Congressional Awards Students Explore CNY

Syracuse Academy of Science high school Congressional Awards students complete their exploration requirement by visiting Niagara Falls, Rochester and Adirondacks.

Saturday, May 28th, 2022Over the last few months, the Syracuse Academy of Science high school's Congressional Awards students have been busy at work exploring the great outdoors and seeing what Central New York has to offer in efforts to complete their exploration requirement.

For this requirement, students are to plan and lead a trip that allows them to be immersed in an unfamiliar environment or culture. During their journey, students must complete 6-8 hours of immersive activities per day to earn a day toward this requirement.

Syracuse Academy of Science high school, Congressional Awards students visited Niagara Falls, Rochester, and the Adirondacks to fulfill this exploration requirement. When visiting Rochester, the Atoms walked by the Genesee River, explored the downtown area, and saw the High Falls. Over Memorial Day weekend, students spend time in the Adirondacks camping, swimming at Golden Beach Campground (a first for many students), and hiking up on the Blue Mountain.

We want to thank Mr. Serkan for his help and support in arranging the Adirondack trip for the students. For many of the students, this was their first-time-ever camping, and they are appreciative of gaining this important life skill and having this opportunity. In addition, we want to thank Superintendent Dr. Hayali, Ms. Smith, and Ms. Hahn for their leadership and guidance in introducing and supporting this honorary program at Syracuse Academy of Science high school.

Please click here to visit our Facebook page to view additional pictures from the Syracuse Academy of Science high school Congressional Awards students’ exploration trips.

It’s Always a ‘Fun Friday’ with the SAS ES Atoms

Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrates Fridays with a Spirit Day theme of Funky Frames as they participate in the annual Countdown to Summer event.

Friday, May 20th, 2022School is still in session, but it's hard not to start thinking about summer with the warm weather like today! In fact, Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school has already begun its annual 'Countdown to Summer' event. Each Friday, Atoms will have a chance to participate in Spirit Day themes like Favorite Color accessory, Crazy Hair Day, Funky Frames, and Silly Socks.

Below are the upcoming Spirit Day Themes as Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school continues its 'Fun Friday,' Countdown to Summer event.

  • June 10th: Hat Day
  • June 17th: Bright/Neon Accessory Day
  • June 24th: Sunglasses for Summer

Please click here to view additional pictures from the Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school's Countdown to Summer event, and stay tuned for additional Fun Friday pictures.

Congratulations to the May Students of the Month

Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrates its Students of the Month who demonstrated the character trait of teamwork.

Friday, May 27th, 2022Teamwork makes the dream work at Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school! Throughout May, Atoms learned about the character trait of teamwork. Students learned that teamwork is the combined action of a group of people, especially when effective and efficient.

Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrated the students who demonstrated the character trait of teamwork at its Students of the Month ceremony. We want to congratulate our Atoms on showing what it means to be a great teammate, demonstrating the character trait of teamwork, and being May's Students of the Month! Congratulations, Atoms; keep up the great work.

Click here to view additional pictures from Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s May’s Students of the Month ceremony. Tune in each month as we share and celebrate the students selected for our monthly Students of the Month celebration.

June Dollar Dog

Summer Vacation is right around the corner. Consider saving the money you earn or receive this summer, by putting it in your Dollar Dog Savings Account.

Wednesday, June 1st, 2022Summer Vacation is right around the corner. Have you thought about how you'll be saving this summer? Will it be $1, $10, or more?

Remember, Syracuse Academy of Science middle school Atoms, that when you earn or receive money over the summer, make sure you save some of it. You can always stop by any Empower Federal Credit Union branch and put it in your Dollar Dog account (like you would do with the in-school banking program). When visiting any of the Empower Federal Credit Union branches, you'll have a chance to see what the credit union looks like, try out the coin counting machine, and receive a reward for saving!

If your child is interested in becoming a Dollar Dog saver, please contact Lauri Hoover at (315) 728-3474 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Membership eligibility required. The National Credit Union Administration federally insures Empower Federal Credit Union.

SAS HS Senior Ball 2022

Syracuse Academy of Science high school seniors and juniors enjoyed an evening to remember at the Links at Erie Village for their annual Senior Ball.

Friday, May 13th, 2022"The whole place was dressed to the nines, and we were dancing like we're made of starlight." — Taylor Swift, "Starlight."

Syracuse Academy of Science high school seniors and juniors enjoyed an evening to remember at the Links at Erie Village for their annual Senior Ball. An evening that many of the upperclassmen look forward to and count down the days until it arrives. A night where everyone dresses from head to toe in glitz and glam and looks like royalty. From stretch limos to Slingshots to a night spent with friends, this is one of the many high school memories that the Atoms will cherish for a lifetime.

Congratulations to the Prom King Illyn McLaurin, Prom Queen J’Vionna Baker, Prom Prince Eliane Quiles and Prom Princess Janet Ginarte.

We invite you to please click here to view pictures and coverage of the event from Syracuse.com. Please click here to visit our Facebook page to view additional images from the Syracuse Academy of Science high school's Senior Ball.

A Mid-Day Jam Session with Ms. Dickinson’s Class

Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school students in Ms. Dickinson’s class created homemade musical instruments that represented cultures celebrated in their family for their monthly family project.

Wednesday, May 11th, 2022It's time to 'strike up the band' with Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school's first-grade students in Ms. Dickinson's class. As part of their monthly family project, students and their families put their creativity to the test when making homemade musical instruments that represented cultures celebrated in their family. To construct their musical instruments, Atoms and their families could use any items found around their homes. Some of these instruments created include guitars, maracas, and harps! Rock on, Atoms, and keep up the great work!

Supt. Dr. Hayali Celebrated as United Ways 100 Heroes

SANY Superintendent Dr. Tolga Hayali was honored and celebrated as one of United Way's 100 Heroes. Dr. Hayali was one of 15 education and childcare heroes awarded.

Saturday, May 15th, 2022SANY Superintendent Dr. Tolga Hayali was honored and celebrated as one of United Way's 100 Heroes. Individuals who aligned with the mission of the United Way and were in healthcare, education, financial stability, volunteerism, advocacy, and leadership were selected.

Over the past six weeks, the United Way released its heroes and shared how each person has impacted the Mohawk Valley community. Dr. Hayali was one of the fifteen education and childcare heroes.

United Way presented each hero with a certificate of acknowledgment and appreciation for their part in the project and a small gift to celebrate each hero. The heroes and their guests met other honored individuals who have made a difference in the Mohawk Valley community.

Congratulations, Dr. Hayali; thank you for all you have done and continue to do to help serve and educate children in Syracuse and Utica. Your hard work, leadership, and tremendous efforts have not gone unnoticed. Thank you for helping make all the difference in the world. We are Many Atoms, One Family!

We invite you to please click here to read the full article about the United Way's 100 Heroes.

Congrats SASCS on Receiving a five-year Extension

Congratulations to the Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools on receiving their full five-year extension from New York State and the Board of Regents.

Wednesday, May 18th, 2022The Science Academies of New York (SANY) is excited to announce both Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools and Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Charter Schools have received their full five-year extension. Receiving a five-year extension from New York State and the Board of Regents is a tremendous accomplishment and no easy feat. To receive a five-year full-term renewal and/or expansion from New York State and the Board of Regents, charter schools must show a high standard for academic success and financial integrity. All SANY Charter Schools since 2003 have always received a full five-year term. We are glad to see this tradition continuing this year with SAS and Citizenship.

In the 2022 - 2023 school year, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Charter School (SASCCS) families can look forward to welcoming students in grades 7-12th to its new location in Liverpool, New York, at the former Nate Perry Elementary School. This 27-acre campus will be the new home for the Atoms in grades 6-12th. The elementary school location will remain in Syracuse, New York. While we are Many Atoms, One Family, there will be a new name for SASCCS. The new name will be Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse Charter School (CSASCS).
 
We want to thank the leadership team for preparing all the detailed work and the excellent staff, students, and parents for always believing in us. We look forward to continuing to build success, One Atom at a time.

Wishing You a Happy and Healthy School Nurse Day

SANY wants to thank all of our school nurses for their fantastic work to bring health, wellness and happiness to the students and their families. Happy School Nurse Day!

Wednesday, May 11th, 2022To all of our school nurses, Syracuse Academy of Science Charter Schools would like to thank you for all the fantastic work you are doing to bring health and happiness to the Atoms and their families. Thank you for all you do and continue to do for the students, teachers, faculty, and staff. We wish you a very happy (and healthy) National School Nurse Day!

Elementary Atoms Celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day

Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school hosted its annual Muffins for Marvelous Women event to celebrate all moms and maternal figures on Mother’s Day.

Friday, May 6th, 2022Much like moms, muffins help make the world go round! Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school celebrated all the fabulous moms and maternal figures on a beautiful afternoon at its annual Muffins for Marvelous Women event. This time-honored event was the first time Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school has been able to host this event in over two years. We were excited to be able to bring this event back and enjoyed seeing all the families in attendance.

We hope everyone had a happy Mother's Day. Thank you, moms, for all you have done and continue to do in your Atoms' lives. Please click here to view additional pictures from Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s Muffins for Marvelous Women event.

SASCS

Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School is part of Science Academies of New York.

SAS Elementary School

4837 S. Salina St. Syracuse, NY 13205
Phone: 315-469-9404
Fax: 315-469-9408
sasesmainoffice@sany.org

SAS Middle School

200 West High Ter. Syracuse, NY 13219
Phone: 315-487-5986
Fax: 315-487-5824
sasmsmainoffice@sany.org

SAS High School

1001 Park Ave. Syracuse, NY 13204
Phone: 315-428-8997
Fax: 315-428-9109
sashsmainoffice@sany.org

SANY

1409 W Genesee St. Syracuse, NY 13204
Phone: 315-671-5470
Fax: 315-671-5475
info@sany.org

Transportation

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SCSD Transportation: 315-435-4260