The New York State Art Teacher Association (NYSATA) sponsored New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) Exhibit is an annual art exhibit that brings attention to students’ work among members of local school boards. Since 2020, the show has pivoted to an online platform creating a virtual exhibit representing NYSATA’s 10 regions. This year, South …
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On Tuesday, Oct. 18, Line ‘n Cue, the high school drama club, hosted an audition workshop led by Cathryn Wake (Salamone) a Broadway actress and Colonie grad. Wake is a proud member of the CCHS Class of ‘08 and is currently performing in Dracula A comedy of Terrors at Capital Repertory Theatre in Downtown Albany. …
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50 Colonie Central High School students were inducted into the 2022-23 National Honor Society. The NHS Induction ceremony was held on Thursday, Oct. 20. National Honor Society is a nationally recognized organization whose members are made up of high school students from all over the United States. Students are accepted into NHS by having the …
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Colonie Community Connection (CCC), a program for South Colonie students that launched in the 2021-22 school year, is a job skills program that aims to connect Colonie students with community and business partners to give students a unique experience both in the classroom and in the business world. Part of the learning experience is providing …
On Friday, October 14, Colonie High School music students were treated to a special performance of the Musicians of Ma’alwyck. This performance was co-sponsored by the South Colonie Friends of Music. The Musicians of Ma’alwyck is a chamber ensemble in residence at the Schuyler Mansion New York State Historic Site and Schenectady County Community College. Founded in …
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On Oct. 18, voters in the South Colonie Central School District approved two capital project propositions that together will result in more than $120 million in improvements across the district. Vote results are as follows: Proposition #1 Proposition #1 includes a $112.5 million dollar capital project referendum to address aging infrastructure, improve instructional spaces, and …
Learning the necessary skills to be successful in today’s environment is essential for all students as they navigate through their educational experience. For some students these skills come natural while others need the continued real world experience to build the confidence needed as they navigate routine life experiences while interacting with others. Keri Martinez, a …
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South Colonie joins the National Association for School Transportation to celebrate 2022 National School Bus Safety Week: October 17-21, 2022. Held during the third full week of October each year, National School Bus Safety Week is an active and evolving public education program and an excellent way for parents, students, teachers, motorists, school bus operators, …
Monday, Oct. 17 marks the beginning of School Board Recognition Week, a week-long celebration that promotes the awareness and understanding of the important work performed by school board members. The South Colonie Central School District is joining all public school districts across the state to celebrate School Board Recognition Week to honor local board members …
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The Colonie Central High School Athletic Hall of Fame welcomed its newest members the Class of 2022 during the fall induction ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 13. The list includes athletes, coaches, teams, and sports contributors who have made a significant impact on the Colonie Central High School Athletic program. Hall of Fame Class of 2022 …
