Tuesday, March 25, 2020—In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, Tykemia Carman, the owner of Crave Dessert Studio in Syracuse and a role model, shared her successful journey with our #SASCAtoms. A graduate of the Syracuse Academy of Science, Tykemia encouraged our young scholars to dream big and take risks. Atoms savored chocolate dipped pretzels—a crave specialty—along with important life-lessons. Thank you, Tykemia, for sharing your time and treats with our #SASAtoms!

Monday, February 24, 2020—Clifford Ryan, who spearheads OG’s Against Gun Violence, came by Citizenship Academy to talk with students about the philosophy of nonviolence. Presenting an engaging lesson, he discussed the importance of being a positive member of society, as well as helping those in need of peace. Thank you, Mr. Ryan, for being a great motivational speaker for our students.

Tuesday, February 25, 2020—The Citizenship Academy Winter Concert was hands-down one of our best events yet! So many parents, friends, and family members came out to support our young scholars. It was an incredible thing to behold. Thank you, Ms. Skandalis, and the rest of the team at the Citizenship Academy for preparing such an amazing show! Click Here for a Video Highlight

Song List
Opening: Mr. Danny singing, It Don’t Hurt Now, by Teddy Pendergrass
Kindergarten: Little Snowflakes
1st Grade: ABC by Jackson Five (Featured)
2nd Grade: All You Need is Love by The Beatles
4th Grade: Count on Me by Bruno Mars
3rd Grade: The Champion by Carrie Underwood
Soloist: Branai Hall singing Girl on Fire by Alicia Keys

Monday, February 24, 2020—Hofstra University Alumnus and Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School Boys Basketball Coach, Cornelius Vines, spoke with Citizenship Academy Atoms about the value of passion and excitement. Cornelius shared his experience of being a professional athlete, and how that impacted his life. Thank you Mr. Vines for being a great influence on our students.

Monday, February 24, 2020—Gabrielle Lloyd, owner of local hair salon Gypsy Glam, came by #SASCCS to speak with our students about the journey of owning and running her own business. Gabrielle spoke to the importance of self-confidence and finding work you love. Our students were able to get a live demonstration of her craft. Thank you, Ms. Lloyd, for inspiring our #SASCAtoms!

Friday, February 14, 2020—“The time is always right to do what is right.” —Martin Luther King, Jr. Syracuse Academy of Science Alumna '16 & Cazenovia College Senior, Prenajuah Jefferson, imparted wisdom upon our Atoms about the importance of making the right choices through school, life, and college. Our students were enthralled by her story. Thank you, Prenajuah, for sharing your time!

Friday, February 14, 2020—February isn't over yet, and we still have so many wonderful speaker events to tell you about. Walmart Store Manager and SANY Alumnus '11, Tyler Wilson, stopped by #SASCCS for #BlackHistoryMonth. Wilson emphasized the importance and power of positive thinking and dedication. 

Friday, February 14, 2020—"Naturally, everything I went through prepared me to get back here and get focused. Self-knowledge goes a long way. Struggling and just being real with yourself. Wanting to change and better yourself. Everybody knows what they gotta do. They just choose not to do it because of how difficult it is." —Mookie Jones. Former Syracuse University Basketball Player, Mookie Jones, jumped into our #BlackHistoryMonth #28Speakersin28Days Speaking tour to provoke our Atoms to reflect on their own choices and empower our young scholars to believe in themselves. Thank you, Mookie, for reminding all of our young Atoms that they can do great things

Friday, February 14, 2020—“We learned about gratitude and humility—that so many people had a hand in our success, from the teachers who inspired us to the janitors who kept our school clean… and we were taught to value everyone’s contribution and treat everyone with respect.”
—Michelle Obama

Syracuse University Mentor, Sev Ira'Brown, empowered students to think about the value of love and respect during his lesson with our Atoms. As part of #BlackHistoryMonth we are hosting a #28Speakersin28Days speaking tour to help community leaders invest time in our young scholars. Thank you, Mr. Brown, for sharing your journey with our Atoms. 

Wednesday, February 12, 2020—Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School Alumna Natalie Williams, Class of 2015, joined in the #28Speakersin28(29)Days #BlackHistoryMonth Speaking Tour. Williams shared her journey with Kindergarten Atoms and discussed the importance of staying dedicated through School and College and always having the mindset of #Perseverance. #SASCAtoms were so inspired by her story! Thank you, Natalie, for being an amazing guest speaker and supporting the next generation of Atoms!