Month: October 2024
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Communications Classes Explore Innovation Labs at SMS
Since the addition of Innovation Labs to Shaker Middle School back in 2021-22, sixth graders in the North Colonie Central School District have had the opportunity to participate in state-of-the-art technology classes aimed at inspiring the next generation of engineers. With classes including Coding and Robotics, Clean Technology, and Wellness, it’s easy to see why…
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Shaker Takes Top 2 Spots in CNY History Bee & Bowl
The Blue Bison cleaned up at the Central New York History Bee and Bowl in Syracuse, NY on Saturday, October 19, 2024. The varsity team of Faiz Shaikh, Haadi Shoaib, Everest Nelson-Holder, and Hannah Berkun won the event and the other varsity team of Shrijan Sedhain, Yunhan Chen, Everitt Li, Peter Gong, and Charles Adelstein came in…
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Anthony Sadek Honored as October Kids Care Recipient
Anthony Sadek is bringing beautiful music to people’s ears and joy to their hearts. The Shaker High School senior is being honored as the North Colonie Kids Care recipient for the month of October, not only for his extraordinary skills as a pianist, but also for his commitment to others. Twice a week, Anthony visits…
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North Colonie CSD Farm-to-School Program Awarded State Funding
North Colonie Central School District is pleased to announce that we are one of just 16 Farm-to-School programs being awarded funding by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. The project grant in the amount of $99,346 will help increase the access to New York State farm products in school meals, support local…
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Running Club Races into Latham Ridge
Coach Ryan Patrie is running a new club in town at Latham Ridge Elementary School – Running Club! The club is divided into two age groups, grades K-2 and 3-5, and held its inaugural run on Friday, Sept. 27 with grades 3-5. The club then hosted grades K-2 on Wednesday, Oct. 2. As each student…
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North Colonie Ranked #1 School District in Albany Area
We’re #1 and we’re proud of it! The website Niche.com recently released its Best Schools and Districts rankings and North Colonie and Shaker High School are both at the top of the list! Niche ranked North Colonie Central School District the #1 School District in the Albany Area with an overall grade of A. The…