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.

Tuesday, February 9th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science Elementary School Picture Retake Day will be scheduled for the following two dates.

• Tuesday, February 9th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Thursday, February 11th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Picture Retake Day will take place in the cafeteria. If you would like your child to get their picture taken, please bring them on either day during the designated time frame. Appointments are not required. Please contact the elementary school's main office with any questions.

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021—Words cannot describe how thankful we are for our school counselors. These esteemed professionals have touched the lives of many and helped the Atoms achieve academic excellence and success both inside and outside the classroom. To say that we are forever grateful is an understatement. Thank you, school counselors for all your hard work, dedication and listening to all of our students, this means so much to all of us at SANY. 

Syracuse Academy of Science proudly celebrates National School Counseling week, “School Counselors; All in for ALL students!”

Dear parents and guardians,

Syracuse Academy will be closed on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021 due to inclement weather. There will NOT be remote learning, meal pick up, and food delivery. Stay safe and warm SAS Atoms. Enjoy the snow day.

Monday, February 1st, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science high school will be celebrating Black History Month during the month of February. Students will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of activities. Activities include but are not limited to a book club, a virtual guest speaker and a media celebration.

If students elect to participate in a media celebration, they will have an opportunity to create their own video, artwork or written essay on topics which include but are not limited to sharing a family story or tradition, who is someone that has inspired them and who is someone you’ve learned about this month. Media celebration projects are due on February 12^th. Prizes will be awarded.

Please stay on the lookout for the weekly emails. Students will need to register for events. Events will take place over Zoom. Please click here to register for Black History Month events.

Tuesday, January 26th, 2021—In December 2020, Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school submitted an application to be recognized as a School of Character. We are pleased to announce due to all the hard work, tenacity, positive can-do attitude of its teachers, faculty and staff, Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school was recognized for its quality character education programs and received the 2021 School of Character Honorable Mention! Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school was selected out of 158 applicants. Congratulations, Syracuse Academy of Science elementary school teachers, faculty, staff and students we are so proud of all of you!