Wednesday, November 10th, 2021—Hold on to your forks and napkins because this is an awesome event that you certainly don’t want to miss! Earlier this month Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school students participated in a school coloring and drawing contest called, 'Color Your Plate.' For this contest, Atoms were tasked with drawing, and coloring the following:

• Listing two of their favorite fruits
• Which three vegetables that they eat every day
• What is your favorite kind of grain
• Favorite Protein
• Draw a drink you have at school

We are excited to share the winner of the Color Your Plate project is Priscilla, who won a special cooking lesson for her entire class with the Cafeteria Director, Ms. Pittsley! In addition, Priscilla will get to be the assistant chef to Ms. Pittsley. Congratulations Priscilla, and way to go Atoms!

Thursday, November 18th, 2021—Early this morning, there was a beautiful rainbow that graced the sky over Syracuse, New York. This past week, the weather has been gloomy and rainy and it was a beacon of hope and joy seeing a rainbow fill the morning sky. Rainbows are a great reminder to have hope and a positive mindset, as they are said to symbolize the start of something new! 

Always remember, 'Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue. And the dreams that you dare to dream, really do come true' ... especially at Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school!

Monday, November 8th, 2021—Color us excited as we share the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school students’ hard work, creativity and artistic skills have been recognized at the New York State Art Teacher Association (NYSATA) Conference. NYSATA is made up of 10 regions and includes members from preschool through university level art educators, art administrators, museum educators, school administrators, school districts, commercial representatives, friends and benefactors.

We invite you to please click here to view the gallery of art work of the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school Atoms. Click here to view the entire NYSATA art show. Congratulations Atoms, now remember everyone is an artist!

Saturday, November 13th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science high school students in Mr. Yaman's class are participating in The Congressional Awards Program. For those not familiar with The Congressional Awards Program, it was established in 1979 by The United States Congress and recognizes initiative, service, and achievement in young people. Today, The Congressional Award remains Congress' highest honor a member of the U.S. Senate or House of Representatives may bestow upon a youth civilian.

For The Congressional Awards Program, each Saturday Atoms set aside a portion of their day to serve the community and earn community service hours. This past Saturday, Atoms volunteered their time and service at the Rescue Mission’s Thrifty Store in East Syracuse. Keep up the great work, Atoms! You are making an incredible difference in the community.