Wednesday, May 11th, 2022—It's time to 'strike up the band' with Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school's first-grade students in Ms. Dickinson's class. As part of their monthly family project, students and their families put their creativity to the test when making homemade musical instruments that represented cultures celebrated in their family. To construct their musical instruments, Atoms and their families could use any items found around their homes. Some of these instruments created include guitars, maracas, and harps! Rock on, Atoms, and keep up the great work!

Saturday, May 15th, 2022—SANY Superintendent Dr. Tolga Hayali was honored and celebrated as one of United Way's 100 Heroes. Individuals who aligned with the mission of the United Way and were in healthcare, education, financial stability, volunteerism, advocacy, and leadership were selected.

Over the past six weeks, the United Way released its heroes and shared how each person has impacted the Mohawk Valley community. Dr. Hayali was one of the fifteen education and childcare heroes.

United Way presented each hero with a certificate of acknowledgment and appreciation for their part in the project and a small gift to celebrate each hero. The heroes and their guests met other honored individuals who have made a difference in the Mohawk Valley community.

Congratulations, Dr. Hayali; thank you for all you have done and continue to do to help serve and educate children in Syracuse and Utica. Your hard work, leadership, and tremendous efforts have not gone unnoticed. Thank you for helping make all the difference in the world. We are Many Atoms, One Family!

We invite you to please click here to read the full article about the United Way's 100 Heroes.

Wednesday, May 18th, 2022—The Science Academies of New York (SANY) is excited to announce both Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools and Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Charter Schools have received their full five-year extension. Receiving a five-year extension from New York State and the Board of Regents is a tremendous accomplishment and no easy feat. To receive a five-year full-term renewal and/or expansion from New York State and the Board of Regents, charter schools must show a high standard for academic success and financial integrity. All SANY Charter Schools since 2003 have always received a full five-year term. We are glad to see this tradition continuing this year with SAS and Citizenship.

Wednesday, May 11th, 2022—To all of our school nurses, Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools would like to thank you for all the fantastic work you are doing to bring health and happiness to the Atoms and their families. Thank you for all you do and continue to do for the students, teachers, faculty, and staff. We wish you a very happy (and healthy) National School Nurse Day!

Friday, May 6th, 2022—Much like moms, muffins help make the world go round! Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrated all the fabulous moms and maternal figures on a beautiful afternoon at its annual Muffins for Marvelous Women event. This time-honored event was the first time Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school has been able to host this event in over two years. We were excited to be able to bring this event back and enjoyed seeing all the families in attendance.

We hope everyone had a happy Mother's Day. Thank you, moms, for all you have done and continue to do in your Atoms' lives. Please click here to view additional pictures from Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s Muffins for Marvelous Women event.

Sunday, May 1st, 2022—In April, the artwork from Kindergarten to 4^th-grade students at the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school was displayed at the Beaver Lake Nature Center. In collaboration with the Region 3 of the New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA), students created artwork that fit the themes of nature, animals, and landscape.

On Sunday, May 1^st, artists and their families celebrated this monumental achievement with a reception hosted by NYSATA Region 3. This 'Art Naturally Show' allowed families to celebrate their young artists' success and achievements and to view works of art from students throughout CNY.

Congratulations to all of our Atoms; we are proud of your accomplishments!

Sunday, May 8th, 2022—It's Mother's Day! To all our 'Super-Moms,' Aunts, Grandmas, and motherly figures, we wish you a delighted and relaxing Mother's Day. Thank you for everything you do in your Atoms' life. Your hard work and dedication certainly don't go unnoticed. We hope you have a happy and memorable Mother's Day!

Friday, April 22nd, 2022—Saving nature is always in style with the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school Atoms! To celebrate the 52^nd Earth Day, students did their part by helping clean up the campus. Atoms rolled up their sleeves and helped pick up trash, sticks, and raked leaves. In addition, throughout the Earth Day week, students learned about how they can help keep the Earth clean, make an impact in their community, and fun facts about Earth Day.

Wednesday, May 4th, 2022—The first week in May, is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Today, SANY would like to take the opportunity to highlight the incredible team of teachers we have at Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools. 

Each day, Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School teachers dedicate their time to the success of every student. They provide hope, stability, knowledge, and life lessons and profoundly influence the lives of every Atom they work with daily. Our teachers provide opportunities for students to not only learn through innovative lessons and experiences but continue to grow and succeed. 

Please join SANY in honoring our teachers and by sharing your appreciation with them this week and in the weeks and years to come.

Thank you, teachers, for all you do and continue to do for our Atoms and their families. We are Many Atoms, One Family!

Friday, April 29th, 2022—We all know the Atoms never give up and keep moving forward! In April, Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrated the students who demonstrated the character trait of perseverance at its Students of the Month ceremony. Throughout the month, Atoms learned the meaning of perseverance and how it's essential to stick with something despite the challenges and difficulties.

We want to congratulate our Atoms on showing what it means to persevere and for being selected as the April Students of the Month! Congratulations, Atoms; keep up the great work. Click here to visit our Facebook page to view additional pictures from the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s Students of the Month celebration.

Don’t forget to tune in each month as we share and celebrate the students selected for our monthly Students of the Month celebration.