Thursday, December 22nd, 2022: It may be January and the start of a brand new year, but we're highlighting our December students of the month at Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school. Before going on break, SAS Elementary celebrated December's character trait of Caring/Compassion. Caring is showing kindness and concern for others. Compassion is showing and having that concern for the misfortunes or sufferings of others. Students from each grade were selected for showing December's character trait and celebrated all day. Please join us in congratulating these caring and compassionate Atoms!

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Wednesday, December 21st, 2022: WHOOOO had a great time in art class? Syracuse Academy of Science 5th grade atoms did! Art students worked on a mixed media project in class. They used oil pastels, watercolor, and collage techniques to create giant owl eyes and beaks. 

Please take a look at their creative work!

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Tuesday, December 20th, 2022: Syracuse Academy of Science fourth-graders experienced an exciting morning at Caz Sports Bowl, and don't worry; we'll spare you no details! Students got to bowl a game and utilize their math skills to help keep score. It was the best of both worlds! Atoms also did a great job of showing the month's character trait, compassion, by cheering each other on and urging each other to do their best. 

Everyone had a great time, and can't wait to go back again!

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Monday, December 19th, 2022: Syracuse Academy of Science high school students had the chance to show off their artistic talents at the SAS HS Winter Music Concert and Art Show. Students from grades 9th through 12th art courses showcased their printmaking, mixed-media, ink, collage, and 3D art forms. Students even helped curate displays for the exhibition. Voice students who received vocal coaching from Ms. Carlson and guest artists performed solos and duets from diverse genres.

Band students played music they workshopped on a visit to Ithaca College earlier in the fall and music by conductor and composer Sean O'Loughlin. Mr. O'Loughlin visited students Friday to regale them with stories from working in the L.A. music industry and inspire them to learn and work hard in music and school. We enjoyed celebrating students' hard work this fall and welcoming the winter season with a reception sponsored by Wegmans following the concert.

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Thursday, December 15th, 2022: Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school Kindergarteners visited the Rosamond Gifford Zoo! They saw penguins, monkeys, and birds and even got to play in the pretend Veterinary Clinic. A big thanks to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo for hosting our scholars!

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Tuesday, November 29th, 2022:  An essential part of our curriculum here at SANY is preparing our students for college. Having the ability to enroll your child in college classes while they are still in high school is a great way to ensure they graduate with college-level credits! College visits are also important. Students enrolled in "ESF in the High School" courses toured the SUNY ESF campus. They got to see the entire campus and meet with admissions representatives. It was a great experience for prospective students to visit a college campus!

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Friday, December 16th, 2022: Band students and several other Syracuse Academy of Science high school atoms had the pleasure of meeting composer Sean O’Loughlin. Sean is the Principal Pops Conductor of the Victoria Symphony and the Principal Pops Conductor of Symphoria in Syracuse. As a conductor, he has worked with the Boston Pops Orchestra, the San Francisco Symphony, the Chicago Symphony, and the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, to name a few! Sean has also worked with famous musicians like Alicia Keys, Adele, Josh Groban, and Journey. Sean spoke to the students about how the path to becoming a successful composer was not linear and how he had to overcome challenges and setbacks before he got to where he is today.

It was a very motivational speech for our atoms, and the band students were happy to meet someone they aspire to be!

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Thursday, December 15th, 2022: Regina Morris from the Onondaga County Department of Emergency Communications 911 Center came to SAS Elementary School to speak to our 4th graders. Regina spoke about what to expect when you call 911, what questions they ask, and why 911 operators have to ask so many questions when someone calls. She also explained the difference between an emergency vs. a non-emergency and how to contact 911 through nonverbal means, the use of interpreter service, or TTY. The Onondaga County Department of Emergency Communications' goal is for citizens of all ages to be well-versed in their role in ensuring an effective and efficient emergency response for themselves and their fellow citizens. We are very grateful for the valuable information that was shared with our 4th-grade atoms!

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Dear Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School Community, 

How is it already Holiday Break? It seems like we were welcoming students back on campus for the new school year just yesterday. The end of the year is a time for reflection and remembrance. We are thankful for where we came from and have a moment to think about where we are going as we pursue the future with hope. 

Therefore, I want to take some time to reflect on everything we have accomplished together so far this year.

• Syracuse Academy of Science became eligible to award volunteers in the greater Syracuse area for President's Volunteer Service Awards (PSVA). 
• Syracuse Academy of Science celebrates and awards student of the month for September, October, November and December.
• 13 Syracuse Academy of Science High School students receive Congressional Awards.
• Syracuse Academy of Science students take home gold, silver, and bronze medals in the 2022 CNY Steamboat Competition.
• Atoms in Mr. Yaman's Turkish class travels to Washington, DC for the Turkish festival.
• Third and fourth grade Syracuse Academy of Science students had the once-in-a-lifetime experience of watching President Joe Biden’s convoy pass the school on their way up to Onondaga Community College during the President’s visit in October. 
• Syracuse Academy of Science high school welcomes representatives from Micron.
• Congressional Awards students go on a weekend trip to Ithaca. 
• Syracuse Academy of Science high school Robotics Team wins first place in the CNY Bridge Building Competition.
• Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school atoms compete in the CNY Bridge Competition.
• Syracuse Academy of Science gets its first soccer field & 4 athletes are nominated to the All Patriots League with 2 additional honorable mentions. 
• OCC President & Vice President visit Syracuse Academy of Science high school.
• Congressional Awards students take a trip to Chicago.
• Syracuse Academy of Science raises more than $1,000 during a fundraiser for the family of Nezamiyah White.
• Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh visits Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school.
• Rise Above Poverty donates toiletries and other necessities to Syracuse Academy of Science middle school students.
• Syracuse Academy of Science fourth graders compete in a spelling bee.

Looking at that long list of accomplishments, it’s hard to believe we are only halfway through the year! We can tackle anything as long as we work together as many atoms, one family. 

Happy holidays!

Sincerely,

Dr. Tolga Hayali
SANY Superintendent

Tuesday, December 13th, 2022: What word is always spelled wrong?

“Wrong.”

Get it?! Well, one atom didn’t spell any words wrong at Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s spelling bee! Fourth graders showed off their spelling skills in our evening event. Family and friends were invited to watch our star spellers face off. After many challenging rounds, the fourth Grade Spelling Bee Champion was crowned. 

Great job to all of our spellers that participated! Everyone is a star!