Monday, February 8th, 2021—In early February, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school welcomed two higher education virtual guest speakers for its 28 Speakers in 28 Days event. The guest speakers included Syracuse University Law Professor, Lavonda Reed and a Lincoln University student, Tamara Chalmers.

Lavonda and Tamara were both fountains of wisdom and knowledge. They shared with the Atoms the value and importance of education and more specifically college education. They also shared why it is important to keep and open-mind when trying new things and never taking time for granted.

Thank you, Lavonda and Tamara for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with the Atoms for being such inspirational leaders.

Monday, February 8th, 2021—In February, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school welcomed three CNY Central news and broadcast team as virtual guest speakers for its 28 Speakers in 28 Days event. The virtual guest speakers included:

• Faith Cane - News Team Producer
• Mr. Frankie Jupiter - News Anchor
• Melanie Johnson - News Anchor

The CNY Central News team shared with the Atoms the importance of staying dedicated to school, education and having passion for community involvement and giving back to others, and of course a behind the scene look at broadcasting the daily news.

Thank you, CNY Central news team, I think we might have some future news producers and anchors in the making! We appreciate you all taking time out of your schedule to speak with the Atoms for our 28 Speakers in 28 Days event.

Wednesday, February 11th, 2021—Continuing with Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school's 28 Speakers in 28 Days event, Atoms welcomed two first responder virtual guest speakers -Army Sergeant Aaron Lamontagne and Ranette Releford.

Sergeant Aaron Lamontagne spoke with the 3rd grade Atoms about his career in the military, various duties, training with the military and the roles and responsibilities he had while serving with the Army. Thank you, Sergeant Aaron for your service!

Ranette Releford  spoke with our students about her career working closely with the police department during investigations and ensuring that all parties involved uphold their job responsibilities. Ms. Releford also shared her experience of running for Onondaga County Legislature.

Thank you, to both of our virtual guest speakers for taking the time out of their busy schedules to share valuable wisdom and insight with the Atoms.

Thursday, February 11th, 2021—During the month of February, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school hosted a virtual event called, 28 Speakers in 28 Days. In this event, we welcomed various business professionals, community leaders, Syracuse Academy of Science alumni, thought leaders and more to virtually speak with the Atoms.

Today, we share with you three Syracuse Academy of Science Alumni who expressed the value and importance of education, wisdom into their career field, and insight into college and being a student athlete. Our virtual guest speakers included:

• Phillip Finley from Seneca Savings
• Brandon Newsome a SUNY Canton Men’s Basketball assistant coach
• Marquelle and Olivia Dorsey who are Business owners of Dorsey Photography

Thank you, Atoms for being a part of our special program and for taking the time out of your busy schedule to speak with the students!

Monday, February 22nd, 2021—The Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship first grade mathematicians were busy at work practicing their problem solving and strategic thinking skills. Students used various hands-on, minds-on tools such as counters and mini whiteboards to solve the subtraction problems on their math worksheet. Keep up the great work, Atoms!

Friday, February 26th, 2021—During the month of February, Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school hosted a Band-Aid Drive in efforts to collect fun Band-Aids to donate to Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. It’s with everyone’s efforts, generosity and kindness that we are happy to share that we collected 212 boxes of Band-Aids (or 4,532 Band-Aids). These Band-Aids will benefit the children and their families at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Now this is what we call, positivity in action! Thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible and successful. Please give yourself a round of applause!

Wednesday, February 24th, 2021—Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school had the sweet pleasure of welcoming Tykemia Carman as its next virtual guest speaker for the 28 Speakers in 28 Days project. Tykemia Carman is the proud business owner of Crave Dessert Studio, was featured on the Food Network’s Christmas Cookie Challenge, and is also a Syracuse Academy of Science alumna. Tykemia shared with the Atoms the important role education played in her life, as well as, her most recent dessert project. Thank you, Tykemia for taking the time out of your busy schedule to speak with the Atoms! You left us all craving something sweet.

Monday, February 22nd, 2021—The Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship kindergarten Atoms participate in a hands-on, minds-on activity using Amplify’s Chaining Folders. In this activity, students practice saying, hearing and learning vowel and consonant sounds to better understand how words are formed. Keep up the great work, Atoms!

Monday, February 22nd, 2021—Namaste, Atoms! The Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship elementary school Atoms started a new PE unit, Yoga, on Monday, February 22nd. In this unit, Mr. E will teach the Atoms various stretches and moves such as Downward Dog, Happy Baby, Cat, and Cow just to name a few. With the Yoga practice, Atoms will have a better understanding and opportunity to practice their flexibility, coordination and connecting their minds and bodies.

Monday, February 22nd, 2021—The second grade Atoms in Mrs. Badman’s class are welcomed back from their Mid-Winter Break with a fun Fact Fluency activity. In this ‘popcorn style’ game, Mrs. Badman asks the Atoms various math problems to solve, and the students shout out the answers. Click here to watch this very cute, short video. Welcome back, Atoms!