Eighth-grade students at Lisha Kill Middle School recently enjoyed another enlightening experience as they engaged in informative interactions with career professionals. This year’s Career Day featured seventeen professionals representing various fields of work. Through engaging class presentations, these individuals shared valuable insights into their roles and responsibilities, inspiring and educating our students. “The students were …
Lisha Kill teachers are not just inspiring students in the classroom, they are also setting an example of fitness, health and happiness. Since mid-January, the PE staff have introduced a “Walking Club” for Lisha Kill employees, aimed at fostering a sense of community while promoting physical activity. Over 38 staff members have joined this initiative, …
Jackie McAlmont, a support staff member at Lisha Kill Middle School with two decades of service to the district, has once again undertaken her mission to make a difference, empowering students to learn and celebrate Black culture. For several years now, McAlmont has spearheaded a tradition of raising funds and collecting supplies for Hopetown Primary …
Lisha Kill Middle School announced today, 6th grade student Khrystian Benoit, has been selected as one of the 2024 Winning Kids by the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York. This recognition is awarded to children who demonstrate exceptional courage, bravery and a positive attitude while dealing with epilepsy. Each year, the Epilepsy Foundation carefully chooses …
As February unfolds, our school district highlights the importance of Black History Month under the theme “African Americans and the Arts.” To mark this celebration, the district welcomed three distinguished artists to the middle schools, each showcasing their unique talents and perspectives. “Our goal with this event was to provide students with the opportunity to …
An amazing duo of superheroes without capes visited Lisha Kill Middle School this week to show students and educators how they can spread HOPE (Hold On, Possibilities Exist) in their classrooms—and beyond. Tom Murphy and Rick Yarosh, of Sweethearts & Heroes, a student empowerment and empathy activation team that aims to prevent bullying and suicide, …
On Friday, Nov. 17 Lisha Kill Middle School held its annual turkey trot race. Celebrating its ninth consecutive year, the turkey trot marks a cherished tradition that energizes students and encourages outdoor activity during the festive holiday season. The school organizes distinct races for fifth and sixth graders, seventh and eighth graders, and adults, …
Beginning, Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, all students at South Colonie Central School District will enjoy the benefit of receiving free complete breakfast and lunch meals at school. This development, made possible through the expansion of the federal Community Eligibility Provision, aims to ensure that every student has access to nutritious meals without any cost to …
This year, Lisha Kill’s Sarah Norton, has implemented a brand new initiative for her 5-6 life skills class. Looking to do something different at Lisha Kill, Norton conceptualized the idea of a student run coffee shop, on wheels. This decision was made by her drive to introduce her students to the life skills training courses …
Lisha Kill fifth grade teachers Ms. Corigliano, Ms. Smith, and Mrs. Stark bring one of their favorite units back to the classroom. Learn more about how it started and the impact the unit has on students. How did this project get started? In 2018, Ms. Corigliano and her students read an article in the Time …