Haunted Hallways 10th Anniversary!:
Ahoy Mateys! Get ready for a Pirate Adventure as Haunted Hallways returns celebrating a decade of "spooking" our community.
Our High School Interact Club will present the Pirate themed adventure on Halloween night from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the high school.
Please use the Commons entrance only. The Skaneateles Rotary Club will once again greet you with Cider and Donuts.
There is no charge, but donations are welcome. Proceeds will go to hurricane victims through a District Relief Fund set up by The Rotary Foundation to assist communities in the hardest hit districts in North Carolina and Florida.
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Cross Country Readers Take to Waterman, State Street:
The Skaneateles Cross Country team is making their rounds through Waterman Primary School and State Street Intermediate School as they sit and read with students! Reading sessions began last week a nd will continue through this week.
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2018 Elementary PTC Mummy/Son Dance:
This weekend, the Elementary PTC hosted another successful Mummy/Son Halloween dance! The dance included a costume contest, fortune telling, fun photography, dancing and awesome Halloween treats. It was a great event for everyone!
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State Street Students Build Character Strengths at Orenda Springs:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 22, 2018) – State Street Intermediate students returned to Orenda Springs last week to enjoy the outdoor experiences associated with the Marcellus experiential learning center.
Orenda Springs sets out to provide outdoor experiences that foster a deeper understanding of self, others and nature. Through individual and group activities, participants discover the power within themselves and others to expand beyond their personal limits and positively impact the world around them.
Fifth grade students at State Street were the latest to take advantage of the opportunities provided at Orenda Springs.
The students worked as a team to build on and discover new character strengths as they worked together through adventure, ...
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SHS Drama to Present "Peter and the Starcatcher" November 2-4:
Skaneateles High School Drama presents “PETER AND THE STARCATCHER”
November 2nd at 7:30 PM
November 3rd at 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
November 4th at 2:00 PM
Stage adaptation by Rick Elise
Based on the Novel by Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson
Cast:
BLACK STACHE……….BENJAMIN KRINGER
MOLLY……….MADDIE ANNA
BOY (PETER) ……….NATE AZZAM
GREMPKIN / MACK / SANCHEZ / FIGHTING PRAWN……….MCKENZIE ABERNETHY
MRS. BUMBRAKE / TEACHER……….FRANK DEROSALIA
SLANK/HAWKING CLAM ……….NOAH SMITH
SMEE……….VICTORIA KELLOGG
PRENTISS……….JACK PATTERSON
ALF……….ALEX FLANAGAN
LORD ...
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Board Appreciation Month: BOE Recognized By Schools at Recent Meeting:
At the most recent BOE meeting on October 16, the Board of Education was recognized for its dedication to the District. Each Board member not only received certificates of appreciation, but they were also invited to lunch this fall by groups of students.
October is National Board Appreciation Month and next week is Board Appreciation Week and with that we would like to take this opportunity to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the commitment and dedication of the Skaneateles Central Schools Board members:
Julie Abbott-Kenan
Kerry Brogan
Geralyn Huba
Michael Kell
Thomas Lambdin
Susan Murphy
Margaret Usdansky-Niebuhr
Our school board members work tirelessly to support our students, staff and family with the only goal of making ...
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Boys & Girls Soccer, Football in Sectionals this Week:
There will be two home sectional games this week as Boys Soccer takes on Mexico on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. and Football takes on Chittenango on Friday at 7 p.m. Girls Soccer will be in sectional action this week on the road versus Chittenango on Thursday at 6 p.m. GO LAKERS!
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SHS Students Experience Visual & Performing Arts in NYC:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 15, 2018) – For the fourth year, Skaneateles High School students traveled to New York City for a one of a kind experience in visual and performing arts.
From October 5-7, Skaneateles High School teachers Jessica Sawchuk, Aisha McConochy, Lauren Wiese and Kate Webster guided students in grades 10-12 through the Big Apple to a host of different venues.
The group visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art, saw Wicked on Broadway, watched students films at the AMC Theater in Times Square and spent time at the 9/11 museum.
“This trip is meant to inspire students by experiencing the visual and performing arts in a multitude of ways and to see, first hand, the diversity, history and beauty of New York City,” said Sawchuk. ...
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High School and Middle School Spirit Wear Sale Underway:
The High School and Middle School Spirit Wear sale is underway!
Deadline to order is November 14th.
Pickup will be December 10th 3:00-5:30pm in the HS Lobby.
For the first time ever the sale is online! Please click on the following link to order: https://www.myschoolanywhere.com/cart-new.a5w?cart=SkaneatelesCentralSchools55250 or go to MySchoolAnywhere.com , sign in and click on “Our Store”
The link can also be accessed if parents go on the school website, go to High School, then PTC, and it will be under Spirit Sale.
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SCS Takes Part in Fire Prevention Week:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 10, 2018) - Skaneateles Central Schools are taking part in Fire Prevention Week from October 7-13, with students in Waterman Primary School learning from local firefighters.
Today, Waterman first graders not only learned about smoke detectors and detector maintenance, but also had a chance to see two firefighters dress in full gear. The Skaneateles Firefighters stressed the importance of trusting your local firefighters and not being frightened of their gear or their arrival. They are coming to help you in the event you cannot escape on your own.
At the end of the 30-minute class, students also had the opportunity to practice their stop, drop and roll and ask questions.
Kindergarten students received their training on Tuesday, with ...
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SMS Student Council Completes Successful Drive Thru Fundraiser:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 9, 2018) – The Skaneateles Middle School Student Council presented its 18 th annual Dinosaur BBQ, Gianelli Sausage Drive-Thru Fundraiser on Wednesday, October 3 in front of Skaneateles Middle School.
Yet another successful fundraiser featured a menu including a Gianelli Sausage with peppers and onions, a Dinosaur BBQ pulled pork sandwich, and a Carolina Sandwich with pulled pork topped with coleslaw.
Each dinner choice came with Dinosaur BBQ style baked beans, coleslaw, chips, and soda or water for only $9.
Proceeds from the fundraiser go toward Student Council operations costs, the Student Council’s Holiday Shopping Spree, and other events throughout the school.
Keep in touch with events and happenings in relation ...
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SRP Training for Parents Set for Wednesday at Skaneateles High School:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 9, 2018) – Skaneateles Central Schools will be hosting a Standard Response Protocol training for parents in the Skaneateles High School auditorium on Wednesday, October 9 at 6 p.m.
Introduced in 2009, the Standard Response Protocol is a proven enhancement to school safety planning. Thousands of schools in the US and Canada have adopted the program.
This training will provide parents with knowledge on individual response scenarios that could arise in our schools such as a lockout, lockdown, evacuation and shelter. Each are important terms for parents to understand when receiving communications about what is happening at school.
SRP helps to standardize the vocabulary of certain scenarios so that parents can better ...
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HS Blue Ribbon Celebration Continues with Cake!:
Today, the High School students celebrated their Blue Ribbon Status with cake!
On Monday, the Department of Education awarded Skaneateles High School, as one of only 349 schools in the nation with the Blue Ribbon Status for 2018. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program honors public and private elementary, middle and high schools where students achieve very high learning standards. This coveted award affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. And today, students were so happy to continue the celebration of this award with cake for everyone!
In addition, early this morning, Kelly Curtin of CNY News interviewed Mr. Santoro for a live story, where ...
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Students Explore Interactive Options at SHS Activities Fair:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 4, 2018) – A successful Student Club & Activities Fair took place this week in the Skaneateles High School gym featuring more than 25 different clubs and organizations for students to be a part of during the school year.
“The Fair gives students the chance to talk to other students who are involved in activities and clubs, view displays and demonstrations and to join the clubs and activities offered,” said Director of Student Wellness, Activities, and Athletics, Steve Musso. “We always encourage students to use this occasion to explore and learn about the multitude of options that can enrich their high school experience.”
The activities fair was open for freshmen, sophomores, and new students to the ...
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Skaneateles High School Open House on October 4 - 7pm:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 4, 2018) – Skaneateles High School’s annual Open House takes place tonight, beginning at 7 p.m. in your child’s first period class.
Following first period, parents will attend abbreviated classes according to your child’s daily schedule, following an “A” day schedule on our two-day cycle. The shortened classes are designed to help parents become familiar with the curriculum, methods of evaluation and other course/classroom expectations.
The schedule of classes is as follows:
Period 1: 7-715pm
Period 2: 7:18-7:38pm
Period 3: 7:31-7:41pm
Period 4: 7:44-7:54pm
Period 5/6: 7:57-8:08pm (Ignore lunch)
Period 7: 8:10-8:20pm
Period 8: 8:23-8:33pm
Period 9: 8:36-8:46pm
During study halls ...
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SAT/ACT Prep Class Registration Closes on October 7 - Sign Up Today:
We are close to having the minimum to hold a class here at Skaneateles High School. Registration closes on Sunday, October 7!
This opportunity is for Juniors to attend a complete and comprehensive SAT/ACT review class here at Skaneateles High School. This 26-hour course, developed by Chariot Learning in Rochester, not only covers powerful content and strategies for every test section, but also includes one full-length proctored practice SAT and ACT, with a full group review session for each. Skaneateles students will receive a special rate and should call 585-466-4022, or email mike@chariotlearning.com to register ASAP. Classes begin October 9th. Parents should follow up with their student’s counselor if they have questions regarding the review class.
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Laker Sports Look Back: Girls' Tennis Improves to 11-1 with Two More Victories:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 2, 2018) – The month of October is here and Skaneateles High School’s fall sports are at full speed, with the Girls’ Tennis team improving to 11-1 on the season after two victories last week.
Tennis topped Pulaski 7-0 and Jordan-Elbridge 6-1 last week to continue their dominant season.
Rachel Feeney, Hope Allyn and Isabella Kroon once again led the way in singles with Emma Miller, Ella Danforth, Riley Fouts, Bridget Neumann, Marin Doyle, Gracie Lee, Olivia Walker and Sophia Soderberg handling doubles.
The Football Lakers continued their unbeaten run, moving to 5-0 after defeating the Institute of Technology Syracuse Central Eagles by the score of 49-16.
Quarterback Patrick Hackler threw for three touchdown ...
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Ride for Missing Children, Apple Picking, World's Largest Pet Walk Part of Busy Friday at SCS:
SKANEATELES, NY (October 1, 2018) – Skaneateles Central Schools were buzzing on Friday with a host of activities taking place as part of a busy school day to close out the week.
The 22 nd annual Ride for Missing Children took place on Friday morning with riders stopping at Waterman Primary School for a rest, snack and cheers from students before continuing on their journey.
The annual ride benefits The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children with over 400 riders taking part to honor the memory of all missing children, to raise public awareness of the plight of all missing and exploited children and the need for child safety education, as well as to raise funds to support the mission of the NCMEC.
The ride is a one day, 100-mile bike ride ...
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SRP-X Training for Students and Staff:
Today, all four of our schools received training in the Standard Response Protocol (SRP-X) system. As you can see from the photos, the students were engaged and learned important safety procedures. Keeping our students and staff safe continues to be a priority for the Skaneateles Central School District. We are grateful to Jackie Schildkraut (Associate Professor at Oswego State) and the I Love U Guys foundation for providing this resource for our district.
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