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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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 …
South Colonie recently announced the launch of electric vehicle (EV) chargers, now accessible for public use at all South Colonie schools, with the exception of Saddlewood/District Office and the High School which will be live in the coming weeks. This initiative is a significant step in the district’s commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon …
As South Colonie School District proudly embarks on its 75th-anniversary school year, we invite our community members, alumni, parents, and friends to join us in a special initiative that celebrates this historic milestone while creating lasting opportunities for our students. We are thrilled to introduce the “Dollars for Scholars in Honor of 75 Years” Campaign, …
