Monday, November 16th, 2020—This time of year there is so much to be thankful and grateful for in life. In collaboration with our proud partner, the Positivity Project students, faculty, and staff took time this week to focus on the character trait, gratitude. Atoms reflected on what things, people, items and more are we most grateful for, and wrote them on the school’s Gratitude Tree! We are grateful for all of our students, faculty, teachers, staff and community.

Monday, November 2nd, 2020—While this year has been quite different for most, one thing remains the same. Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship school strives to create an atmosphere that fosters student success and achievement. For our school this starts with our home visits. Something that is truly unique to our schools, teachers perform a minimum of twelve home visits each academic year. The goal of these home visits is to understand the student’s challenges and to create a better triad of parent-student-teacher relationships.

Teachers at Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship school have been keeping safety first in mind when conducting their home visits and dropping of course material for their Atoms!

Thursday, November 5th, 2020—Can you think of a better thing to do in the fall than to read a good book with a friend? The 2^nd grade Atoms practiced their reading skills with a reading budding earlier this month during their CKLA block. While maintaining social distance, each student took turns reading their story. This exercise allowed for Atoms to continue to work on their reading fluency. Keep up the great work, Atoms!

Friday, November 13th, 2020—As the quarter is coming to an end we would like to take this time to recognize one of our many stellar Atoms. This Atom not only comes to school with a positive, optimistic attitude, but has an unbridled passion for learning. Devis tries his best every day and keeps an open mind. We are proud to have Devis as one of our Atoms! Keep up the great work, Devis.

Friday, November 13th, 2020—When it is sunny and warm in November in Syracuse, one must try and capture this window of opportunity. And that is exactly what the Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Atoms did the week of November 9th! This unseasonably warm weather allowed for the teachers to conduct some of their lessons outside and the Atoms were able to soak in the warmth of the sun. A little fun in the sun before the snow really starts to fly!

Tuesday, November 10th, 2020—Hard work. Critical Thinking. Teamwork and creativity are just some of what it takes to engineer an incredibly sturdy truss bridge. Atoms in Mr. Duclos 4^th grade class participated in the MOST’s annual CNY Bridges: Build ‘Em and Bust ‘Em challenge. STEM students would design and construct a truss bridge built entirely out of glue and balsawood. Below are the results from their competition.

• 1^st Place: Cedric Warren
• 2^nd Place: Rihaj Lamichhaney
• 3^rd Place: KeiMarion Everson & Branii Hall
• 4^th Place: London Smith and Briella Bonilla

Congratulations to all of our participant Atoms, we are very proud of all your hard work, dedication and accomplishments!

Monday, October 5th, 2020—To say we appreciate our teachers is an understatement. From their creativity, to answering the call of duty and going above and beyond, to guiding, educating and teaching our Atoms, and so much more. Today on World Teachers Day, we celebrate all that you do! Thank you for all your hard work each and every day.

Thursday, September 10th, 2020—Zoom on in with this creative group as they fly to new heights while drawing an Autumn Bird. Thanks to teachers, Ms. Diorio and Mrs. O'Donnell as they teach second grade Atoms how to draw, and express their creativity through design. As the saying goes, birds of a feather flock together.

Wednesday, September 9th, 2020—Kindergarten orientation is one of our favorite moments kicking off the academic year. During these unprecedented times, our teachers, faculty and staff planned and prepared an option that would allow for everyone to participate in a safe and healthy fashion. Our Kindergarten teams hosted two virtual orientations via Zoom for students, and their families to participate in. Families had the opportunity to meet their teachers and ask questions as they geared up for the 2020 - 2021 academic year.

Today we honor those who lost their lives and families whose lives were tragically changed on this day 19 years ago. We thank all our brave first responders and active duty veteran military. United we stand.

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