Thursday, May 25th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science celebrated 20 years of growth and success in Syracuse. Our school has come a long way since we were founded in 2003. In that first year, Syracuse Academy served only grades 7-9 and graduated its inaugural class in 2007. The school welcomed Director Dr. Tolga Hayali in 2008. Under Dr. Hayali’s leadership, Syracuse Academy opened its elementary and middle school campuses. Syracuse Academy was replicated in Utica in 2013 once Utica Academy of Science opened, serving grades 6-9. There are now four Charter Schools and seven buildings managed by Dr. Hayali, operating under the SANY umbrella.
The past two decades wouldn’t have been possible without all the support from our teachers, staff, families, alums, and community members. Thank you for everything you have done and will continue to do for all children. We honored eight outstanding community members for their dedication to our youth during the celebration. Stay tuned for more information about our awardees!
Friday, May 26th, 2023: We’re back with another Senior Spotlight. This time it’s Syracuse Academy senior David DeNardo’s turn!
What is one major accomplishment you had in your senior year of high school? Graduating.
What are your goals for after high school? Graduate from College.
Name one person that inspires you. My Father.
What advice would you give to the next senior class? Don't get too lazy.
Where do you see yourself in five years? Working a good job.
If you could have dinner with any person living or dead who would they be and why?
Shaquille O'Neal because he is sports smart and business smart.
Name three traits that describe you. Quiet, Understanding, Energetic.
What is your favorite hobby? Playing any sport.
What is a hidden talent that no one or only a few people know about you? I have a weirdly good hand grip.
What is your favorite memory of SAS? Someone falling and ripping their pants then they cried.
Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023: Seventeen juniors attended the SUNY College Fair hosted by SUNY Brockport. Atoms had the opportunity to meet with SUNY Community Colleges and Universities representatives. Financial aid specialists were also on hand to answer questions about affording college. The visit was complete with a lovely lunch at the dining hall thanks to the connections of our own Mr. Bility (SUNY Brockport Class of 2016!)
Monday, April 24th, 2023: In celebration of Earth Day, Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School hosted guest speakers! Representatives from OCRRA, Miller Environmental, and Betts Branch Library came in over the course of the week to speak, demonstrate, and read to Atoms. The students really enjoyed the different presenters! We hope they all learned something about how to protect our planet Earth!
Friday, May 12th, 2023: Move over, Rihanna! Syracuse Academy of Science juniors & seniors glammed up in their fiercest dress or suit to stun the red carpet at the Met Gala themed prom! It was a night to remember for our Atoms dancing the night away at Traditions at the Links.
Check out Syracuse Academy of Science’s version of best dressed at the Met.