Popular in-person Multicultural festival to return in March; District seeking students, families, and community groups to participate

Enjoy sights, sounds, and flavors from around the world as South Colonie families, teachers, and community members come together to celebrate the diversity of cultures that make up the South Colonie student body on Friday, March 3 from 4 – 7 p.m. at Colonie Central High School Gymnasium (MUG). The event is free. Event coordinator …

South Colonie and Where Angels Play Foundation announce build date for all abilities playground at Saddlewood Elementary

Playground to be built in honor of former Saddlewood Elementary student Charlie Fernandez who lost her battle with cancer in 2021; playground to feature areas for children with visual impairments Playground build set to begin on June 14; Ribbon cutting event to be held June 17 South Colonie Central School District announced today new details …

South Colonie closes on BOCES property; Planning underway for Next Generation Colonie

South Colonie Central School District today announced the closing of a 14-acre $1.9 million property located at 1015 Watervliet Shaker Road (formerly Capital Region BOCES). The proposition which was originally approved by South Colonie residents in May 2022 will be used to construct/renovate a new transportation and maintenance facility. The capital work is part of …

Lisha Kill staff members participate in epilepsy training; Gain understanding of epilepsy and seizure disorders

Epilepsy is a chronic noncommunicable disease of the brain that affects people of all ages. It impacts more than 50 million worldwide making it one of the most common neurological conditions around the world. This week, Lisha Kill Middle School welcomed Rachel Yattaw from the Epilepsy Foundation to share an epilepsy and seizure education presentation. …

CCHS teachers present Starlab portable planetarium; Brings solar system to life for South Colonie elementary students

This week our Shaker Road students were captivated by a galactic experience! Colonie Central High School teachers Beth Vernold and Jen Tralongo presented the Starlab portable planetarium to the first-grade students at Shaker Road Elementary. “It was a fantastic experience for the students in Mrs. Boardman’s, Mrs. Sillings’ and Mrs. Furze’s classes,” said Supervisor of …

Cultures of Colonie: Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year, commonly known as the Chinese New Year, is a multi week celebration of family, prosperity and good fortune. Centered around the lunar calendar, the weeks of celebration are different each year but are steeped in rich tradition. Celebrated throughout the world, Lunar New Year is a two-week period in which you …

Vision 2025: Academics at South Colonie Schools

At South Colonie, academics is personally relevant. It involves developing a framework to promote a stronger foundation for adult life including expansion of graduation pathways, CTE programming, mentorships, internships, and other work experiences.  

CCHS students showcase skills in premier choral ensemble; Perform at Pro Musica’s annual HS Choral festival

This weekend music was in the air for all who attended  Albany Pro Musica (APM)  high school choral festival. Two CCHS students, Gianna Bautista (Senior) and Chyna Richburg (Sophomore) participated in this year’s event which featured a full day of vocal workshops, rehearsals, and enrichment opportunities on campus, culminating in a festival concert open to …

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