Category: SHS
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NCCSD’s two newest National Board Certified Educators
North Colonie CSD teachers Amy DeAngelo and Kelley Urbano have earned their National Board Certification. National Board Certification is the most respected professional certification available in education. It was designed to develop, retain, and recognize accomplished teachers and to generate ongoing improvement in schools nationwide. Ms. Urbano teaches 5th grade ELA and Social Studies at…
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Shaker Cheer Team Celebrated by Town of Colonie Officials
The Shaker High School Cheer team was celebrated as positive representatives of the community as Colonie Town Supervisor Peter Crummey welcomed the team to Colonie Town Hall on Thursday, April 27. Crummey issued an official proclamation, honoring the cheer team’s performance while representing the town in scholastic competition. “We’re so excited about recognizing what you…
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North Colonie Pulls Out “All the Stops” on Bus Driver Appreciation Day
The North Colonie Central School District pulled out all the stops to honor their dedicated team of bus drivers and aides on Bus Driver Appreciation Day. To celebrate, the district’s transportation department organized a special celebration to recognize the hard work and commitment of their team, which plays a critical role in safely transporting students…
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April NC Kids Care Honorees Are True Visionaries
Every month the North Colonie CSD Board of Education recognizes a student – or in this instance, a group of eight Shaker High School juniors – who go “above and beyond” to make a difference. The BOE members and those in attendance gave these students a standing ovation for their combined effort to raise over…
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SHS Students Clean up the Shaker Garden Ahead Of Earth Day
In preparation for Earth Day, members of the Environmental Club, the football team, and other student volunteers joined forces to clean up the garden beds at Shaker High School’s community food garden. The Shaker Garden, located in the high school courtyard, has been a focal point for promoting healthy eating habits and sustainability, but the…
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Stuff the CDTA Bus for United Way’s ‘518 Day’
North Colonie is proud to be participating with the United Way of the Greater Capital Region for “518 Day” which is their day of service to support those in need throughout the area. With this – we will be participating in their “STUFF THE CDTA BUS” campaign to solicit donations for their “Community Baby Shower…
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Registrations Due Soon: Lifeguard Review & CPR for the Professional Rescuer Courses
Lifeguard Review Course: Registration due May 10 Lifeguard Review Course: Saturday May 13, 2023 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. All lifeguards need to take a review course every two years. Shaker High School will be offering the course Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The course fee is $125 and you…
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Shaker Robotics Headed to the World Championships!
Shaker Robotics competed at the NY Tech Valley Regional (NYTVR) and is now headed to the FRC World Championships, a culminating, international event for youth robotics competition. After qualifying as a finalist, the team received a wildcard berth, clearing the way for them to compete at the FRC World Championships in Houston, Texas. The Shaker…
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Message from Superintendent Kathleen Skeals
Dear Families, As we prepare to go on April break, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for your partnership in education. These first two months in my role as superintendent have been an opportunity for me to learn more about the North Colonie community from a new and different vantage point.…
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NCCSD Students Juried Regional Art on Display at Albany Center Gallery
North Colonie CSD students are well represented at the 2023 Juried Regional Art Exhibit. Over 100 regional student artists were celebrated for their work, and 27 total awards were given out. Each year our district submits 25 works and 8 were selected to be among the 100 from area high school programs, and 5 of…
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- Introducing… the SHS 2024 Honor Graduates!