Monday, March 8th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school invites you to visit their Virtual Spring Scholastic Book Fair now through Sunday, March 21st. Browse exclusive titles, new releases, value packs and much more! All purchases can be made online and shipped to your home. Orders over $25 will receive free shipping. Every purchase benefits Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school and helps develop a love of reading. Click here to visit Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school’s Virtual Spring Book Fair.

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021—“You can find magic wherever you look. Sit back and relax, all you need is a good book!” - Dr. Seuss. Today is National Read Across America Day, and Dr. Seuss’ birthday. In honor of this national event, below are some ideas of ways you too can celebrate.

• Read a book you've been meaning to read.
• Join your library.
• Read with your Atom.
• Read a book you've read before - you might discover that it has NEW meaning to you since you read it last.
• Have your Atom read a story aloud to you (or your pet). Reading aloud strengthens their vocabulary and language skills and it also creates an opportunity for discussion.

We hope you all have a wonderful National Read Across America Day (and Dr. Seuss Day)!

Friday, March 5th, 2021—The Syracuse Academy of Science middle school Atoms made many great memories this past year, so let’s hold on to them! Submit your pictures to be considered for the 2020 - 2021 middle school yearbook, to Ms. Brett (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) no later than Friday, March 5^th. Please make sure to include your students first and last name. Below is a list of yearbook photo ideas and suggestions.

Yearbook Photo Ideas

• Portraits
• Students and their pets
• Baby Photos
• Students in the community
• Students in the snow
• Students working on their school work

Saturday, February 27th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science High School's National Honor Society invites you to join them for this delicious fundraiser on Saturday, February 27th from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Chipotle Mexican Grill (3496 Erie BLVD. East). Orders can be placed online with contactless pickup or for indoor dining. 33% of your order proceeds will be donated to Syracuse Academy of Science. Please see the ordering details below.

Online Ordering

• Orders can be placed online at chipotle.com or through their Chipotle App for pickup.
• When ordering, please use code XXYAD27 before checkout in the 'Promo' field to ensure that your proceeds will be counted towards the fundraiser.

Indoor Dining

• Present this graphic, flyer or mention it to your cashier you're supporting the cause and 33% of the proceeds will be donated to Syracuse Academy of Science.

Tuesday, February 16th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science will have no school on Tuesday, February 16^th through Friday, February 19^th for Winter Recess. Classes will resume on Monday, February 22^nd. Enjoy this long weekend, Atoms and remember to stay healthy, safe and warm!

Monday, February 15th, 2021—In observance of Presidents’ Day there will be no school on Monday, February 15th. Enjoy your day off, Atoms!

As we all get ready to start mid-winter break, I have been reflecting on the ways each and every one of our Atoms have been able to make an impact at school through your academic work, your interactions with your fellow classmates and teachers, but more importantly how you are helping make a difference for those who need it the most in your community. To say I am impressed with all of your efforts is an understatement.

Here are just a few of the ways Atoms are giving back to their communities:

• Earlier this month, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship announced they will be hosting a Band-Aid Drive which will benefit the patients at Golisano Children’s hospital.
• Syracuse Academy of Science High School is hosting a Donation Drive to benefit the Dunbar Center - a local organization that strives to enhance the quality of life, break the cycle of generational poverty and develop racial equality in the greater Syracuse community.
• Finally, the National Honor Society students at Utica Academy of Science High School challenged its fellow classmates and teachers in a Kindness Challenge. Their efforts not only with the Kindness Challenge but with various acts of goodwill, charity and kindness have been recognized by Assemblywoman Buttenschon who acknowledged the Atom’s perseverance and willingness to spread kindness in the middle of a global pandemic. It is with all of these little events, that help make a difference in the lives of others and remind me that we are many Atoms, one Family.

While we all get ready for break, I challenge you to take a moment, pause and reflect on all that you have accomplished thus far not only in this school year, but academically, and in the world around you.

On behalf of everyone at SANY, I want to wish all of our students a happy, healthy, restful, and safe mid-winter break!

Dr. Tolga Hayali
SANY Superintendent

Thursday, February 11th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science high school invites you to join them virtually on Thursday, February 11^th for a Digital Services Presentation. The goal of this event is to provide additional support, and information on the tools and resources your student is using in their digital classrooms and will continue to use throughout their academic career at Syracuse Academy of Science.

There will be two sessions offered, the same information will be shared at both sessions. The first will be at 9:00 AM, and the second in the evening at 7:00 PM. Please see the links below for each of the Zoom meetings. We hope to virtually see you there!

Digital Service Night Meeting Information

First Session 9:00 AM

• Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86386275527?pwd=U01ITmROb1VFYjFpTTBSdjBZaEJIUT09

 Second Session: 7:00 PM

•  Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86386275527?pwd=U01ITmROb1VFYjFpTTBSdjBZaEJIUT09

Friday, February 5th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science high school National Honor Society is hosting a Donation Drive to benefit the Dunbar Center, an organization that aims to enhance the quality of life, break the cycle of generational poverty and develop racial equality in the Syracuse community.

The Dunbar Center is in need of the following items:

• Non-perishable food items
• Hygiene products (i.e. deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, lotion, etc.)
• Feminine care products
• Hand sanitizer
• Disinfectant wipe

Donations can be dropped off at Syracuse Academy of Science high school in the main office Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Consider donating today to help those in need in our community! The Donation Drive runs now through Friday, March 5^th.

Thursday, February 11th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school invites you to join them virtually for their 2nd Annual STEM Night on Thursday, February 11^th. Atoms and their families will have the opportunity to explore various careers in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and math). You will even have a chance to go on a scavenger hunt around your home and create your own STEM challenges. It will be a fun night for the whole family. Please check your Google Classroom for more information and details.