On Monday, December 19th, 2016, the SAS Middle School hosted a wonderful guest speaker as a part of our program of culturally infused lessons.  Mr. Paco Valle spoke about the Mexican culture and celebrations surrounding the holidays of the year. He detailed the many important holidays of the Mexican culture. Mr. Valle detailed the background of Las Fiestas Del Mexico (The Mexican Celebrations), Mexican Independence Day (September 16th), Dia de los Muertos (November 2nd), Los Dia De Las Reyes (The Day of the Kings or The Epiphany), as well as Christmas and New Years from his cultural perspective. Students finished the session with each pulling a strong on a piñata for a wonderful treat! One of the powerful aspects of our population here at the Syracuse Academy of Science is our diverse population. This program and the amazing guests that we host is our way of celebrating that diversity! Thank you Mr. Valle for bringing your amazing experiences to our school!

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On Thursday, December 8th, 2016 SAS Elementary celebrated students’ hard work for the month of November. There were 143 students at the SAS Elementary School who were a part of the League of Extraordinary Citizens for the month of November! These students earned 100 or more DOJOs in November for excellent behaviors in class. These students had their photo taken and earned a dress down pass! We are so proud of all their hard work! The students who earned the highest amount of DOJOs in each grade level are the grade level superheroes. These students were able to enjoy Donuts with the Dean following the picture. Keep up the great work, Atoms!

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Click here to see pictures of the students in the League of Extraordinary Citizens and our grade level Superheroes

On Wednesday, December 14th, 2016, third grade students had a guest speaker visit to teach them about her home country of St. Kitts. She showed pictures of the flag, festivals, clothing, and landmarks important to the Caribbean island. Students had the opportunity to ask the speaker questions and try homemade island cake.

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Click to see pictures from third grade's guest speaker from St. Kitts

On Wednesday, December 14th, 2016 the 6th grade students of the SAS Middle School went on a field trip to 5 Wits in Destiny USA. Students participated in three of the team building adventures the store had to offer. The Drago's Castle was navigated with some magical help from a fairy princess. The evil Cabal was defeated in the Espionage Adventure. The 6th graders confronted the evil Pharaoh in the Tomb Adventure. Students even explored the perils of Deep Space! The trip was capped with some lunch in the food court with friends and teachers!

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Click here to see 6th grade adventure at 5Wits