Buying a home can be an overwhelming experience. At the #SASCCS we believe in supporting our #SASCAtoms and their families in the pursuit of their dreams. We have partnered with Empower Federal Credit Union to host a series of financial workshops titled "Empowering Atoms. Our next workshop will focus on all the steps involved in buying a home. We are here to support your dream of home ownership. These workshops are free and open to members of the #SASCCS community. The workshop will be held on Thursday, November 8th from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the 301 Valley Drive Cafeteria. RSVP with Ms. Lloyd by calling the main office and letting them know you are planning on attending.

During the month of October,#SASCCS will be collecting new socks for our Socktober giving drive. At the end of the month, we will be donating our collection to children in need of socks for the upcoming cold months. We are teaching our #SASAtoms about altruism and are excited to start changing the world one sock at a time.

The first "Empowering Atoms" Educational Financial Workshops hosted by Empower Federal Credit Union at SASCCS will be held this Thursday, October 11, 2018, from 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the Cafeteria at 301 Valley Drive. The workshop is free and open to the families of our #SASCAtoms. Please RSVP with the main office if you would like to attend. The first workshop will focus on building a basic budget. We can't wait to see you there! 

At the Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship, we believe in helping kids learn about the importance of saving, earning, and even investing money. We partnered with Empower Federal Credit Union and are a participating Dollar Dog school. Your #SASCAtom has the chance to deposit money into their Dollar Dog Account. Deposit days are every other Tuesday at the Elementary school. 

Elementary School Deposit Days

• October 9th & 23rd
• November 6th & 20th  
• December 4th & 18th
• January 15th & 29th
• February 12th
• March 5th & 19th
• April 2nd & April 23rd  
• May 7th & 21st
• June 4th & June 18th

Not yet a Dollar Dog Saver?  Contact Lauri Hoover at (315) 728-3474 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to join. Membership eligibility required.  Insured by NCUA.

The first day of school of the 2018 - 2019 school year will be Thursday, September 6. Please remember to turn in any missing registration paperwork to the main office. Students must be wearing their school uniforms on the first day. Welcome back, #SASCAtoms! 

To all those in our #SASCAtoms family, have a safe and happy fourth of July! ????

We are taking this weekend to honor those who lost their lives while serving in the country's armed forces. The Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship wishes you a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend.

Syracuse Academy of Science (SAS) is pleased to announce it will host the 2nd Annual Jazz Festival fundraiser, a night of dinner and jazz featuring renowned bassist Gerald Veasley, on October 26th, 2017 at SAS Middle School on West High Terrace. Proceeds from the 2nd Annual Jazz Festival will help fund our school’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs, plus our Robotics Clubs and college field trips.

Tickets - CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS
$75 Each
Table of 8: $550
$50 for SAS staff and parent

Date & Time:
Thu, October 26, 2017
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Location:
Syracuse Academy of Science Middle School
200 West High Terrace Syracuse, NY 13219

Who is Gerald Veasley?
Gerald Veasley’s musical odyssey has taken him to the top of the contemporary music world as a bassist, bandleader, composer, producer and educator. He has recorded and/or performed with many of the world’s top performers in many genres of music such as: Chuck Loeb, Maysa, Kim Waters, Nick Colionne, Special EFX, Pieces of a Dream, McCoy Tyner, Gerald Levert, Teddy Pendergrass, Nnenna Freelon, Philip Bailey, the Dixie Hummingbirds, John Blake, Phil Perry, Will Downing and Pat Martino. His performance as a bassist has been top shelf, as his memorable work with the late, great Grover Washington Jr., Joe Zawinul, and the Jaco Pastorius Big Band attests. 

Welcome back!

Last year was a blast and I am very proud of what our students, family and staff have accomplished in our first year. I hope you had a great summer and had the chance to recharge and get ready for the new school year. I feel honored that you chose to be part of our amazing school! Throughout the year, I welcome and value your positive energy and dedication to excellence in education. I am looking forward to working with you and your children.

I need your help and partnership, as it takes an entire village to raise a child. As parents as partners, we ask a parent/guardian from each family to attend the orientation for your child’s assigned class section. If you have more than one student at Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Elementary, please only attend one informational session. During this session, we will discuss important information, such as: health, student handbook, parking, drop off/pick up, attendance, and academic standards. Please be advised, some information is updated from year to year.

Careful consideration was given in making class lists for the 2018-2019 school year. Input was taken from our dedicated faculty and staff to balance classrooms both academically and socially. Additionally, student personalities and learning styles were considered when pairing with our exceptional teaching staff.  Our class lists are structured to provide equitable class sizes at each grade level. 

It is our desire to keep you informed of all that is taking place at our elementary school. Information will be sent home regularly in your children’s homework folders. Information, such as our school calendar will appear on our district website and events will be posted on our school’s social media sites.  I am looking forward to greeting students and families again. It remains an honor and privilege to serve as your Dean of Elementary.  Please stop by and say hello. Together, I know we will all contribute to the growth and achievement of all our children.

Warmest Regards,    

Dominic Frisina
Dean of Elementary
Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Charter School