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Season's Greetings from SANY Schools - 2023

Dear Science Academies of New York Charter Schools Community, 

Believe it or not, it’s finally that time of the year, a season of joy, giving, and well-deserved relaxation. You’ve all been extraordinary examples of leaders and strong community members. Let’s take a moment to commend ourselves on the impeccable progress we’ve made during the first semester, regardless of the obstacles we’ve encountered. 

Syracuse Academy of Science

  • The Science Academies of New York celebrated the 20-year milestone of providing high-quality public school education to children in the Syracuse community.
  • The SAS High School Robotics Team attended the First Tech Challenge Kick-Off event at Mohawk Valley Community College.
  • Three SAS ES Elementary students are featured in the prestigious NYSSBA Art Exhibit. 
  • SAS Elementary partnered with families to create a Home/School Organization (HSO)
  • SAS High School was visited by representatives from several colleges and Universities, including Syracuse University, Utica College, Canisius University, Elmira College, St. John’s University, and Damen University.
  • SAS High School Robotics team members won first place in the CNY Steamboat Challenge.
  • SAS Middle School students won 4th place in the CNY Steamboat Challenge.
  • SAS High School Robotics team achieved first place in the CNY Bridges Challenge held at the Museum of Science & Technology. 
  • SAS Middle School won 1st and 3rd place in the CNY Bridges Challenge.
  • The girl’s basketball team celebrated their first win against Syracuse West and coach Nicholson’s first win as the girls' basketball coach.
  • CNY Central anchor Megan Coleman was a guest speaker at SAS Elementary during College & Career Week. 

Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse

  • Onondaga Community College President, Dr. Hilton, held an assembly at CSAS Middle School.
  • CSAS Elementary School teacher MS. Fagan was awarded the Distinguished Atomic Educator for the 22-23 school year.
  • CSAS Elementary celebrated Heritage Month in October, ending with a cultural day celebration. 
  • CSAS Elementary music teachers formed the Atomic Singers and the Ukulele and Guitar Clubs. 
  • CSAS Elementary participated in a collection drive to benefit the CNY Care Package Project.
  • CSAS Elementary hosted P2 Night, celebrating students who have won Positivity Project awards throughout the semester. 
  • CSAS Middle School students participated in the CNY Bridges Challenge at the MOST. 
  • CSAS faced SAS in a historic boys-modified basketball game coached by two SANY alumni.

Utica Academy of Science

  • UAS celebrated the 10-year milestone of providing high-quality public school education to children in the Utica community. 
  • Retired NYS Judge and SANY board member Jawwaad Rasheed hosted a lesson with UAS JSHS students.
  • UAS HS came in 6th place at the CNY Steamboat Challenge at the Museum of Science & Technology in Syracuse. 
  • Boys Varsity Soccer achieved a Sectional game win against South Lewis on October 18th.
  • UAS Elementary held the first annual Trunk-Or-Treat event at the school.
  • UAS JSHS Atoms participated in the CNY Bridges Challenge & an 8th-grade team received 9th place.
  • Girls Varsity Basketball defeated Morrisville and achieved their second win in a row.
  • UAS Elementary School holds a special breakfast for November Student of the Month recipients.

 Citizenship & Science Academy of Rochester

  • CSAR adds 3rd grade, making the Elementary school Kindergarten through third grade. 
  • New and returning families, teachers and staff, and cherished community members are able to meet Dean Jasmine Mathis during Dinner with the Dean.
  • CSAR introduced Drop Everything And Read with Distinguished Men (DEAR), where members of the community came to school and read to students every Thursday during the month of November.
  • Rochester Mayor Malik Evans and Regent Adrian Hale visited CSAR for the last day of ‘Drop Everything And Read.’
  • CSAR hosted a Positivity Project (P2) night, celebrating Atoms who displayed kindness, perseverance, and actions.

Now, it’s time to deck the halls and share precious memories with loved ones. Remember, we are not just a district but a family. I look forward to building success one Atom at a time in the New Year. 

Happy holidays!

Sincerely,

Dr. Tolga Hayali
SANY Superintendent

SANY

Science Academies of New York | SANY will provide support, challenges and opportunities for its students, and it will instill the necessary skills and knowledge in math, science, and technology to empower students, through high intellectual standards, preparing them for college, career, and citizenship.