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  • Making Progress Against the Pandemic, Building a Culture of Support & Weekly Boost

    Dear North Colonie Families, It is certainly encouraging to feel the weather getting nicer, the amount of vaccinations steadily increasing, and COVID-19 infection rates dropping. We understand the questions we have been hearing, when can the configuration of school schedules change? Please know our goal is to see every child back at school and we…

  • The Spirit of Giving Back Adds Up

    Twelve juniors from Shaker High have been using their math and social skills to relate with younger students. This has led to sharper learning and connection skills. “It seems the 6th grade students and 11th grade tutors genuinely enjoy working with each other, and I think the high school students have served as excellent role…

  • One Individual in School Community Tests Positive for COVID-19

    Dear North Colonie Community, The North Colonie Central School District has confirmed one new case of COVID-19 in our school community.  Shaker High School An individual associated with the 9-12 learning community at Shaker High School who was last in the building on 2/23; no school contacts. Please reach out to your child’s school principal…

  • Student artwork featured in virtual Empire State Plaza Art Collection Student Art Exhibit

    The North Colonie art department is thrilled to celebrate 14 students whose artwork is displayed in an online gallery representing this year’s ESP K-8 Student Exhibit! This annual exhibition opportunity helps our region celebrate National Youth Art Month. Students’ artwork is directly inspired by one or more of the modern art master works in the…

  • Trees to be removed and replaced at Forts Ferry

    Dear North Colonie families, Earlier this year, it was confirmed that several of the existing Austrian pine trees along Forts Ferry Road near the tennis courts have quickly declined in health. Upon a closer look, the pine trees have been impacted by Diplodia tip blight, which is a common fungal disease of stressed conifers, and…

  • SJHS students compete in MATHCOUNTS competition

    SJHS students recently competed in the MATHCOUNTS chapter competition. A total of 15 students competed this year and nine out of the top 20, including the top score, are Shaker students! The MATHCOUNTS Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that reaches students in grades 6-8 in all US states and territories with 3 extracurricular math…

  • SJHS announces second quarter merit, honor and high honor rolls

    7th Grade Merit Roll Ammaar Aslam, Grace Betzwieser, Amabel Blodgett, Cooper Borst, Ava Bullington, Lorelei Carlin, Akshara Chamakura, Maya Elliott, Madalyn Fraser, Ryan Hoang, Aleena Imran, Peter Kennedy, Peter Loffredo, Thomas Novotny, Rachel Reedy, Ryan Richardson, Cooper Schatzel, Marina Serdyuk, Hania Shahid 7th Grade Honor Roll Ezzah Atif, Jason Bailey, Cora Barron, Trevor Bedard, Brayden…

  • Four Individuals in School Community Test Positive for COVID-19

    Dear North Colonie Community, The North Colonie Central School District has confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 in our school community. The cases include: Shaker High School An individual associated with the 9-12 learning community at Shaker High School who was last in the building on 2/24/21; all contacts have been notified An individual associated…

  • Children Coping With Stress and Anxiety During COVID-19 

    Dear North Colonie Families, The district understands the toll the pandemic has taken on our students and we want to try to help make things easier. We are thrilled to announce that we are hosting a virtual presentation with Dr. Jennifer Smitkin for all North Colonie Elementary School families.  Dr. Smitkin will share strategies for…

  • Mark Your Calendars For a School Day, Alumni HOF & Weekly Boost

    Dear North Colonie Families, It was great having our students back in the buildings after the February recess. I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable break. As we head into the weekend, I have a few updates to share with you: School is in session March 19 After our district calendars were printed and…

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