Category: Forts Ferry
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‘Grateful’: Supt. Corr’s Strong and Optimistic Opening Address to Teachers
As the 30-plus new teachers stood to be recognized during Opening Day for educators in the North Colonie CSD, Supt. D. Joseph Corr said, “I was in your spot in 1981, how about that?” A near-capacity crowd in the Shaker High School auditorium on Sept. 6 was left inspired, laughing, and shedding a tear or…
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Dr. Casey Parker Takes Over Helm of Forts Ferry Elementary
New North Colonie Principal Dr. Casey Parker has been working throughout the summer, and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of Forts Ferry students and staff. “The staff and families of Forts Ferry have been extremely welcoming!,” Dr. Parker said. “Their positivity has only furthered my excitement for the start of school. I cannot wait to…
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Reminder Elementary Families: Placement Letters post 3 p.m. today
Just a reminder to all our families of elementary-age students: Today, Monday, August 29 at 3 p.m. placement letters will be posted to backpack in the Parent Portal.
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Shaker Garden: Growing Produce and Partnerships
When chemistry and food science teacher Amber Cost looks at an individual piece of produce from the Shaker Garden she sees far more than nutrition for students, family, and the community. She sees the ever expanding partnerships that are resulting in the bounty of crops. Along with environmental science teacher James Rodewald, Cost started the…
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Board of Education Appoints Kathleen Skeals as Superintendent of Schools
Internal selection comes after consulting with BOCES leadership At its Aug. 22 meeting, the North Colonie Board of Education unanimously appointed Kathleen Skeals as the District’s next Superintendent of Schools. Skeals was appointed to a three-year contract and will officially take over as Superintendent on Feb. 1, 2023. She will replace current Superintendent D. Joseph…
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North Colonie News: August 19
FROM THE OFFICE OF SUPERINTENDENT D. JOSEPH CORR 🏫 BACK TO SCHOOL 🏫 The first day of school for all K through 12 students is Monday, September 12. SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULES All of our elementary schools are shifting to the same schedule, with the elementary school day running from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The…
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Board of Education Announcement
August 19, 2022 Dear North Colonie Community: The Board of Education of the North Colonie Central School District is pleased to announce that on Monday, August 22, 2022, Deputy Superintendent Kathleen Skeals will be appointed as the District’s Superintendent of Schools effective February 1, 2023. She will succeed D. Joseph Corr who has announced his…
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Campus Parent Portal: Review & Update Your Info
The 2022-23 school year starts soon! Now is the perfect time to review and update your contact information through the Campus Parent Portal. To update your HOME PHONE NUMBER: In the Main menu, select MORE. Click on ADDRESS INFORMATION. Click on the UPDATE button. Complete your edits. Click the UPDATE button again to submit your…
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Educational Aides Needed: Walk-In Interviews Friday
North Colonie Needs YOU! Educational Aides Walk-in Interviews Friday, August 19, 2022 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 91 Fiddlers Lane, Latham Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in a school? Here’s your chance to apply in person for a career supporting amazing students. You could become an integral part of the education…
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Drive-A-Bus Event Thursday: Join our driving team!
If you want an opportunity to help steer North Colonie students into a wonderful 2022-23 school year, we can literally put you in the driver’s seat. We are hiring school bus drivers! Please join us Thursday, July 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at our second “Drive-A-Bus” event, where with a trainer, we will have…
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