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 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, 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 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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