Thursday, May 18th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science Middle School hosted its final Teen Center Night of the year. Atoms enjoyed playing basketball, ping pong, video games on the stage, and taking selfies at our photo booth. Of course, the night wouldn’t be complete without the pizza and drinks! It was an enjoyable event for all who attended!

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Thursday, May 25th, 2023: During the Science Academies of New York's 20th Anniversary celebration, Superintendent Dr. Tolga Hayali honored eight exceptional individuals with “SANY Hall of Fame” awards. One of them is Dr. Lorrie Clemo. Dr. Clemo proudly serves as the 15th President of D’Youville University. Dr. Clemo is responsible for overseeing all operations—both academic and administrative within the educational institution. She was asked to get involved by the President of SANY when Dr. Damkaci proposed offering Science Academy of New York (SANY) students an opportunity to do summer research on the university campus. Dr. Clemo feels that someday, she will read about a SANY scholar who has made an important discovery that promises to improve humankind and our world.

Thank you, Dr. Clemo, for your continued dedication to SANY and all children of the community.

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Thursday, May 25th, 2023: Syracuse Academy of Science celebrated 20 years of growth and success in Syracuse. Our school has come a long way since we were founded in 2003. In that first year, Syracuse Academy served only grades 7-9 and graduated its inaugural class in 2007. The school welcomed Director Dr. Tolga Hayali in 2008. Under Dr. Hayali’s leadership, Syracuse Academy opened its elementary and middle school campuses. Syracuse Academy was replicated in Utica in 2013 once Utica Academy of Science opened, serving grades 6-9. There are now four Charter Schools and seven buildings managed by Dr. Hayali, operating under the SANY umbrella. 

The past two decades wouldn’t have been possible without all the support from our teachers, staff, families, alums, and community members. Thank you for everything you have done and will continue to do for all children. We honored eight outstanding community members for their dedication to our youth during the celebration. Stay tuned for more information about our awardees! 

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Friday, May 26th, 2023: We’re back with another Senior Spotlight. This time it’s Syracuse Academy senior David DeNardo’s turn!

What is one major accomplishment you had in your senior year of high school? Graduating.

What are your goals for after high school? Graduate from College.

Name one person that inspires you. My Father.

What advice would you give to the next senior class? Don't get too lazy.

Where do you see yourself in five years? Working a good job.

If you could have dinner with any person living or dead who would they be and why?

Shaquille O'Neal because he is sports smart and business smart.

Name three traits that describe you. Quiet, Understanding, Energetic.

What is your favorite hobby? Playing any sport.

What is a hidden talent that no one or only a few people know about you? I have a weirdly good hand grip.

What is your favorite memory of SAS? Someone falling and ripping their pants then they cried.