This message was emailed to all parents/guardians on Friday, March 18 at 2 p.m. Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope this message finds you well. We wanted to inform you of some upcoming changes to the district calendar that will affect student schedules. On Monday, April 8, we will be dismissing all schools on a half-day schedule. …
South Colonie Central School District is proud to announce the outstanding achievements of three Sand Creek teams who competed in the Utica KidWind competition on Tuesday, March 12. Eighth graders Yubraj Yadav and Abel Renjith, known as “The 2 Dominators,” soared to victory by securing first place in the competition. Their impressive performance has earned …
The South Colonie Central School District is forging ahead with its fiscal planning as district leaders presented the initial draft of the proposed 2024-25 budget to the Board of Education on Tuesday, March 12. During the planning process, South Colonie maintains its commitment to preserving current programs addressing equitable academic needs and improving student access …
Forest Park Elementary is gearing up to carry on a tradition that started last year – the Ramadan Food Drive. This year’s drive is slated to begin on Thursday, March 14, signifying the ongoing commitment to this meaningful initiative. With the collaboration of the school, the Town of Colonie Police Department, EMS, and local partners, …
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, …
Colonie Central High School’s senior quarterback, Caleb Eastman, has been awarded Scholar-Athlete Overall Winner by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame for the year 2023. The recognition was announced during the organization’s annual recognition luncheon held at the Polish-American Community Center on Washington Avenue Extension in Albany. The National Football Foundation and …
The South Colonie Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program continues to deliver quality educational resources as students enter a school environment for the first time. The district coordinates programs and services to enable students and their families to make the first-time school experience seamless. The program, which has been offered by the district for several decades creates …
Colonie girls secure Class AAA Section 2 championship victory In a showdown against rival Shaker, the Colonie girls basketball team took home the win 66-49 to take the Class AAA Section 2 championship title. Freshman guard Aliyah Pearson showcased her skills on the court, leading the way with 18 points and the Section 2 Class …
Election Overview The South Colonie Board of Education is made up of nine volunteer citizens who are each elected on the third Tuesday in May each year to serve five-year terms. A school board member takes on one of the most important citizen responsibilities: overseeing the education of the community’s youth. School boards are comprised …
Colonie Central High School students showcased their knowledge in global affairs at the Academic WorldQuest Competition, held at Hudson Valley Community College on Saturday, March 1. This marks the second consecutive year that CCHS has participated in the competition, which tests players’ understanding of current international politics, geography, global economics, history and world cultures. Despite …