As the South Colonie Central School District gears up for its 75th-anniversary Homecoming celebration, there’s an exciting addition to this year’s festivities. This year, a special invitation is being extended to all Colonie alumni, regardless of their graduation year. Graduates from various years are welcomed to participate in an Alumni Track Walk, a unique event …
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As South Colonie Central School District gears up for its 75th anniversary and Homecoming Weekend, local eateries are joining in the celebration by offering dining deals. O’Toole’s, Ralph’s, and Blessings, three beloved establishments in the heart of Colonie, have embraced the anniversary spirit with special offers in honor of South Colonie’s established year of 1949. …
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Every fall, the South Colonie Central School District sends its students home 15 minutes early to test its Emergency Management Plan. The “Go Home Early Drill” is required once a year by the New York State Education Department. Go home early drill set for Thursday, Oct. 5 This year’s drill will be held on Thursday, …
Employees Organize Snack Drive for Students In a display of community spirit, employees from Hoffman’s Car Wash rallied together to organize a snack drive, donating snacks to Roessleville Elementary School. Recognizing a need that many families in our community have, employees at Hoffman’s Car Wash decided to take matters into their own hands. They began …
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Flashback to 1951, a time when the shadow of the Cold War loomed large over the U.S.. The fear of atomic warfare was palpable, and in Colonie, the residents were not immune to the tensions of the era. The directive from General Lucius Clay, Director of Civilian Defense, had arrived, and it set the town’s …
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As South Colonie Central School District celebrates its 75th anniversary, the district has unveiled a dedicated online merchandise store. This store offers a range of items, from apparel to water bottles, all designed to celebrate the legacy of Colonie. The online store will be open until October 15 with a delivery window of Oct. 30- …
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Colonie Central High School (CCHS) is gearing up for a Homecoming celebration that promises to be more than just a game. This school year, the district commemorates its 75th Anniversary, and plans are already in motion to create a memorable event that will resonate with the entire school community. Homecoming events will begin on Friday, …
In the heart of our school district’s rich history lies a story of creativity. Our Alma Mater, a symbol of pride and unity, was born in 1956 through the collaboration of two talented students, senior Patrick Longo and junior Judy Hoffman. Set to the timeless melody of “Love Me Tender” by Elvis Presley, the Alma …
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Forest Park Elementary School kicked off the new school year with a message about responsibility during their first morning program assembly. This week’s assembly took place in the school’s cafeteria, where students and staff gathered to explore the theme of responsibility. ENL teacher Briana Gualtieri opened the assembly with a warm welcome, emphasizing the vital …
Empowering Students to Understand and Manage Their Emotions The dedicated teachers at Roessleville Elementary School recently gathered the entire student body for a special assembly focused on understanding and managing emotions. The event, held in the school’s cafeteria, aimed to introduce students to a valuable tool known as the “Zones of Regulation.”. The assembly provided …
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