On Tuesday, November 29th, 2016 the students of the SAS Middle school hosted a special guest speaker from the SAS staff. Jontae Brown works not only as our amazing custodian at the middle school, but also proudly serves as a sergeant in the United States Marines. Sergeant Brown has served in the Marines since 2010 and has been stationed in places such as Camp Lejeune in North Carolina and Marine Corps Base Camp Smedley D. Butler in Okinawa, Japan. He spoke to our students about the history and the role of the Marine Corps in the defense of America and other nations. Students enjoyed the videos that Sergeant Brown brought to detail the boot camp experience that molds this elite force. We thank Sergeant Brown and your fellow Marines for their effort and sacrifice in preserving our freedom!

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On Tuesday November 22nd, 2016, Ms. Peryea and Ms. Gielarowski hosted a Thanksgiving Feast for their 2nd grade students and their families. With the help and contribution of several families, they were able to enjoy a delicious spread of food and fellowship with friends and family gathered. Everyone had a wonderful time celebrating the holidays!

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On Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016 the SAS Middle School concluded its Annual Food Drive. The school raised over 900 items for donation. The proceeds of this drive are to benefit In My Father's Kitchen. This amazing organization serves those in need in the Central New York Area. Founded by two SAS parents, John and Leigh-Ann Tumino, In My Fathers Kitchen does wonderful work in the Syracuse area. We could not be more proud to be a small part of their efforts. This time of year brings out the best in all of us!

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On Tuesday, November 22nd, 2016 students in Miss Bittel's 6th grade social studies classes were treated to a Cuban foods presentation by Odalis Gaskins, one of our 6th grader's mother. Students got the opportunity to watch video clips of Odalis preparing and cooling the foods in her kitchen and then students were able to sample the foods in class. Students were presented with Congris which has rice, black beans, salt and olive oil along with garlic, onion and green peppers, Chicken Stew which had chicken legs, olive oil, tomato paste, salt, garlic, onions and peppers, Ripe Plantain and garden salad with tomato. Students enjoyed every bite!

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On Friday, November 18, 2016 the SAS Atoms Modified Boys Basketball team moved to 2-0 with a win over Oswego Middle School. The final score is 55-48.

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On Thursday, November 17th, 2016 the SAS Atoms Modified Boys Basketball Team got their first win of the season against Southside Academy. The final score is 49-36.They will play their second game (away) on Friday against Oswego.Good luck to our Atoms. Our Thanks goes to Coach Otis, players, parents and teachers who showed their support to these young athletes. Thank you.

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On Wednesday, October 26th, 2016, a group of students, staff, and families attended the Syracuse Opera preview performance of La Cenerentola, the Italian composer Gioachino Rossini's take on the Cinderella fairy tale. We enjoyed a pre-concert talk about the music and watched the performance of the opera with live orchestra. We are invited to return to upcoming performances in February and April.

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On Tuesday, November 15th, 2016, third grade went on a field trip to the YNN Studio. Students had the opportunity to see where reporters work, what kind of equipment they use, and visit the studio where weather forecasts are recorded! First, students learned about some of the history of the Syracuse area. We learned that the Erie Canal was just outside of YNN studio, where I-690 is now located! Next, we got to talk to a meteorologist who told us the ins and outs of weather forecasting. The meteorologist showed us the studio where weather forecasts are recorded and we got a chance to explore how the green screen works. Students also were thrilled to see the set and equipment that is used to create the newscasts that we see on TV. Some students even left the visit considering a career in the newscasting or meteorology field!

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On Wednesday, November 9th, 2016, the elementary school celebrated students’ hard work for the month of October. There were 176 students at SAS Elementary who were a part of the League of Extraordinary Citizens this month! These students earned 85 or more DOJOs for the month of October and were able to celebrate with a photograph as well as a well-deserved dress down day as a reward. Keep up the great work Atoms!

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On Monday, October 31st, 2016, our fall festival took place. Students and teacher showcased their festive fall costumes by having a parade around the school that displayed their individual personalities and interests. Parents lined the hallways eager to see the costumes we were proud to show off. As classes paraded the hallways other classes sat along the walls in the hallways to cheer on their peers as they displayed their costumes. Grade level teams of teachers organized themed costumes and marched with their classes through the hallways. After the parade, the students and their teachers participated in fall themed activities in the classroom with special treats provided by generous classmates.

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