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SASCS is on the US News Best High Schools Rankings

April 26, 2013 - Out of the 1,149 high schools in New York State, Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School was selected by US News as one of the top 283 schools as reported in their BEST High School Rankings, positioning SASCS in the top 25% of New York State high schools (http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/new-york/districts/syracuse-academy-of-science-charter-school/syracuse-academy-of-science-charter-school-13393). Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School will be celebrating its 10th anniversary this summer, and is proud to add this achievement to its accolades. SASCS was awarded a bronze medal based on its Advanced Placement participation rate. Thirty-three percent of SASCS’ student body (made up of a 77% minority population), are enrolled in AP courses including Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, US History and English Literature. While the bronze medal listings are unranked and appear in alphabetical order only, SASCS continuously strives to earn Gold Medal status through extensive after school tutoring, Saturday Academy programs, and providing multiple opportunities for students to excel in regional, national and international academic competitions. Congratulations to students, staff and administration in achieving this milestone recognition.

SASCS Students Participate in the 2nd Annual Science Day at SUNY Oswego

Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School students participated in the 2nd Annual Science Day on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at SUNY Oswego. The annual event was hosted and organized by the SUNY Oswego undergraduate students to increase the interaction between grade 7-12 students and undergraduate students. In addition to competing, our students enjoyed a variety of hands-on activities that were designed to heighten their interest in science, engineering, technology and math (STEM) fields.

The Science Day began with informative presentations in the morning addressing topics ranging from the extinction of dinosaurs, to thunder storms, the engineering principals of roller coasters, arsenic detection and robotic arm function. The presentations were followed by engaging demonstrations with chemistry, biology, frozen foods, video games, and fun mathematic problems. After these hands-on activities, students competed in Jeopardy. Our SASCS team, comprised of Yahkeef Davis, Magdi Hill, Caitlyn Bradshaw, and Jailyne Solis, won 1st place at this year’s SUNY Oswego 2nd Annual Science Day.

We sincerely thank the SUNY Oswego students who organized this inspiring science event.

Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School (SASCS) students Robin Zahran(12th grade) an Dalton Houde (11th grade) won the grand prize and Senior Highest Honor Medal at the Central New York Science and Engineering Fair (CNYSEF) held on Sunday, March 24, 2013. Their project “Extending the Shelf Life of Farm Fresh Using Novel Energetic Preservations Methods” has been chosen to represent the Central New York region in June 2013 at the New York State Science Congress.

We congratulate Robin and Dalton for this success and wish them all the best at the New York State Science Congress.

SUNY Cortland Science Leadership Scholarship was awarded to our 11th grade student Tionna Knight in recognition of outstanding leadership, research and accomplishments in the field of science.

Tionna won this scholarship based on her performance at the 34th Central New York Science and Engineering Fair (CNYSEF) held on Sunday, March 24, 2013. Her project was entitled “Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure.” Tionna will receive $2,500 tuition assistance for 4 years.

Congratulations Tionna.

Two of our 11th grade students, Kayla Vidal and Bilgenur Sirin participated the 34th Central New York Science and Engineering Fair (CNYSEF) and won SUNY ESF Best Environmental Science Project award, National Society of Professional Engineers award, Stockholm Junior Water Prize and Senior High Honor Medal. Their project “The Effect of Fireworks on Water Quality of Lake Ontario” demonstrates outstanding engineering principles and identifies relevant ethical issues associated with the design. After completing the online registration, they may be selected to represent the Unites States at the International Stockholm Junior Water Prize competition.

Congratulations Kayla and Bilgenur. We are so proud of your success.

Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School (SASCS) students participated in the 34th Central New York Science and Engineering Fair (CNYSEF) in Syracuse on Sunday, March, 24 2013 and competed against students from more than 35 schools.

Our hardworking students had the opportunity to display their research, compete with peers, receive recognition for achievement, and advance to higher levels of competition at the subsequent science fairs.

Senator David J. Valesky Congratulated SASCS for their Outstanding Achievement in North East Science Bowl. Senator Valesky recognized the Science Bowl Team for winning 1st place at NE Department Of Energy Science Bowl and for qualifying to represent SASCS with a full paid trip to the National Competition at Washington, DC on April 25-29. He emphasized on the importance on science and technology education in high schools and congratulated SASCS for bringing competition in this area. After an informative conversation, Senator Valesky took a picture with the science bowl team holding the trophy and banner of the National Science bowl competition.