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SAS HS Atoms get into the Holiday Spirit

Syracuse Academy of Science High Schoolers Decorate Festive Cookies

Wednesday, December 20th, 2023: Before the winter break, the Syracuse Academy of Science High School Atomic Achievers Club collaborated with Congressional Award students and set up a festive afternoon of cookie decorating!

SAS ES Celebrates December Students of the Month

Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Celebrates Atoms for the character traits of Caring and Compassion

Thursday, December 21st, 2023: Throughout the month of December, Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary Atoms learned about the character traits, Caring and Compassion. Caring is showing kindness and concern for others. Compassion is showing/having that concern for the misfortunes or sufferings of others.

On December 21st, we celebrated the Atoms that best exemplified those traits. Congratulations to our December Students of the Month!

 

Season's Greetings from SANY Schools - 2023

 
Dear Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School families, teachers, staff, atoms, and community,
 
Believe it or not, it’s finally that time of the year, a season of joy, giving, and well-deserved relaxation. You’ve all been extraordinary examples of leaders and strong community members. Let’s take a moment to commend ourselves on the impeccable progress we’ve made during the first semester, regardless of the obstacles we’ve encountered.
 
▶ The Science Academies of New York celebrated the 20-year milestone of providing high-quality public school education to children in the Syracuse community.
▶ The SAS High School Robotics Team attended the First Tech Challenge Kick-Off event at Mohawk Valley Community College.
▶ SAS Middle School students reached 1,000 then 5,000 pages in the fall reading challenge.
▶ Three SAS ES Elementary students are featured in the prestigious NYSSBA Art Exhibit.
▶ SAS Elementary partnered with families to create a Home/School Organization (HSO).
▶ SAS High School welcomed new and returning families during Back to School Night in September.
▶ SAS High School was visited by representatives from several colleges and Universities, including Syracuse University, Utica College, Canisius University, Elmira College, St. John’s University, and Damen University.
▶ SAS Elementary celebrated September, October, and November as Students of the Month.
▶ SAS High School Robotics team members won first place in the CNY Steamboat Challenge.
▶ SAS Middle School students won 4th place in the CNY Steamboat Challenge.
▶ Otto the Orange from Syracuse University visited SAS Elementary to kick off Otto’s Reading Challenge.
▶ SAS Elementary partnered with We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach for a donation drive in November.
▶ SAS High School Robotics team won first place in the CNY Bridges Challenge at the Museum of Science & Technology.
▶ SAS Middle School won 1st and 3rd place in the CNY Bridges Challenge.
▶ SAS Elementary School hosted the annual Literacy Night.
▶ SAS Middle Schools held the first Quarter Awards breakfast, rewarding scholars for their academics and citizenship for the first quarter of the year.
▶ The girls' basketball team celebrated their first win against Syracuse West and coach Nicholson’s first win as the girls' basketball coach.
▶ CNY Central anchor Megan Coleman was a guest speaker at SAS Elementary during College & Career Week.
▶ SAS Kindergarteners are featured on the 5 pm news after Megan Coleman’s visit.
▶ For the second year, SAS Elementary partnered with We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach for the “Share the Warmth” donation drive.
▶ SAS held the annual 3rd & 4th-grade spelling bee.
 
Now it’s time to deck the halls and share precious memories with loved ones. Remember, we are not just a district but a family. I look forward to building success one Atom at a time in the New Year.
Happy holidays!
 
Sincerely,
Dr. Tolga Hayali
SANY Superintendent

Buzz Buzz: SAS 4th Graders Show off their Spelling Skills

Syracuse Academy of Science 4th Graders Participate in Scripps National Spelling Bee

Friday, December 8th, 2023: Congratulations to the 14 fourth-grade Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary students who participated in the Scripps National Spelling Bee! These students worked incredibly hard to learn fourth and fifth-grade words and even made it as far as mastering some sixth-grade words as well. Our top four spellers will move on to the regional online competition in January!

Fantastic job, Atoms!

SAS Crowns Champion of 3rd Grade Spelling Bee

Syracuse Academy of Science Holds Annual 3rd Grade Spelling Bee

Thursday, December 7th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Atoms competed in the annual 3rd Grade Spelling Bee! Spellers have been practicing for weeks, and the competition was tough, with over 30 students trying to spell their way to the top. 2nd graders enjoyed watching their classmates and maybe even practicing a little for next year!

Some words that stumped our competitors were Oddity, Yesterday, and Bronze. The competition was won on the word Sewing!

Everyone tried their best, and we are proud of all our competitors! The top three spellers were awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons!

Way to go, Atoms!

SAS ES Shares the Warmth this Holiday Season

Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Organizes Donation Drive

Tuesday, December 5th, 2023: For the second year, Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School has come together for a donation drive to benefit We Rise Above the Streets Recovery Outreach. Atoms filled boxes and bags with coats, hats, gloves, toiletries, and other items to donate to the organization that provides help for homeless individuals and others in need.

We are so proud of the generosity shown by our scholars and their families!  

CNY Central Anchor Megan Coleman Speaks to SAS Kindergarteners

Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Welcomes News Anchor Megan Coleman

Thursday, December 7th, 2023: For College & Career Week, CNY Central Anchor Megan Coleman paid a special visit to Syracuse Academy of Science Kindergarteners! Megan told Atoms about how her job as a journalist is to get information and tell stories. She showed students fun videos of her trying different foods and rides at the New York State Fair and the various equipment she and other journalists use, like a camera and microphone. Scholars were very excited to welcome Megan into their classroom. We have some future journalists in our school! 

SAS ES Atoms Build to Give this Holiday Season

Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Practices Citizenship with Generous Project

Tuesday, December 5th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School students aren’t skipping a beat, kicking off the holiday season with a generous project! For each heart Atoms build and share, LEGO's #BuildToGive project will donate a LEGO set to a child in need this holiday season. 

Thank you for practicing citizenship and giving back to the community!

SAS HS Teachers Dress like their Students

Teachers at Syracuse Academy of Science Pick "Dress Like Your Students Day" for Dress-Down Day

Friday, December 1st, 2023: Every Friday is a dress-down day for Syracuse Academy of Science High School teachers! Every Friday, the teachers pick a theme. Last Friday was "Dress Like Your Students Day." Teachers aced this assignment!

SAS ES Atoms Celebrate Citizenship

Syracuse Academy of Science Celebrate November Students of the Month

Thursday, November 30th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School celebrated the character trait Citizenship for November. To be a good citizen, you must do your best to improve your school, community, and country. Citizenship helps our school and community. Teachers and administrators celebrated Atoms who have exhibited these traits throughout November. 

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