Thursday, December 1st, 2022: Citizenship Middle School hosted its first Awards Ceremony of the year. Students were recognized for their academic achievements in the first marking period. Awards included Merit Roll, Honor Roll, On a Roll, Most Improved, and a 7th grade Social Studies award. Teachers also recognized scholars for the November character trait of the month; gratitude. These scholars are thankful for what they have and show gratefulness daily.

Congratulations to all! Keep up the great work, atoms!

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Friday, December 2nd, 2022: Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse is grieving a tragic loss. On Tuesday, November 22nd, Nezamiyah White unexpectedly passed away in a house fire. Nezamiyah was a sweet student who always had a smile on her face. Her smile was infectious and she radiated positivity wherever she went. Nezamiyah worked hard in school, earning many awards throughout her time at Citizenship. She was a great friend to all and a leader in her class. One of Nezamiyah's passions was gymnastics. At recess it was a guarantee Nezamiyah would be practicing her tumbling and cartwheels with her friends. She wanted to be a gymnastics coach when she grew up. Nezamiyah enjoyed reading and adored art. 

We can’t begin to imagine the pain her family is experiencing with this tragic loss. Please join us for a spaghetti dinner fundraiser to benefit the family of Nezamiyah White on Saturday, December 17th at the Syracuse Academy of Science high school cafeteria. Stop by anytime from 5 to 9 pm for dine in or take out. Dinners are $10 each and all proceeds will go to Nezamiyah’s family.

You can also donate on this gofundme organized by Nezamiyah's family.

Thank you for coming together to help out as a community. We are many atoms, one family.

Monday, November 21st, 2022: Otto the orange stopped in to congratulate Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse atoms on completing Otto’s fall reading kickoff! The challenge was for students to read with their teachers, friends, or families for just a few minutes every day! Otto knows how important reading is, and he was so happy to hear that our classes took on the challenge! Otto was greeted with lots of hugs, high fives, and even a dance party!

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Wednesday, November 16th, 2022: It was a RUFF morning for Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse fifth graders! The classroom had some four-legged visitors from Helping Hounds Dog Rescue! Volunteers visited the class to talk about the importance of adoption, volunteering, and how to care for dogs. And, of course, the dogs made their way around the room to get pets from the students too! 

Atoms asked some great questions and were very happy to get puppy kisses! Thank you, Helping Hounds, for visiting us!

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Friday, September 16, 2022:  Imagine being able to stay in your pajamas after waking up in the morning. Well, some lucky atoms got to do just that! 4th Graders at Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse participated in our school-wide event, "Pancakes and Pajamas!" Students decorated paper pancakes to express who they are grateful for in their lives. It was a cozy day filled with fun and gratitude!

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Monday, October 31st, 2022: Why did the scarecrow win a medal?

He was outstanding in his field. Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse Atoms had an outstanding time at their fall festival. Students had fun wearing their favorite costumes to school and for the last hour of class, they got to do a fall activity like painting pumpkins, dancing, playing games, or even enjoying some fresh air during recess!

Wednesday, October 19th, 2022: Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse students were recognized with certificates for the monthly character trait of "Respect." These students were nominated by their teachers for showing the 3 C's: consideration, care, and courtesy for themselves, someone, or something. 

Congratulations to these outstanding scholars!

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Tuesday, October 11th, 2022: Twelve outstanding Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse Middle School students had lunch with SANY Superintendent Dr. Tolga Hayali. Dr. Hayali told them why they were chosen for this special event and talked about how they liked being at our new school! It’s all part of an ongoing effort to help staff and students connect better with each other!

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Friday, September 30th, 2022: We are recognizing an extraordinary, hard-working member of the Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse family. Our school-wide community voted for a staff member who shows the positive characteristics and energy that make the school great! 

Congratulations to our administrative assistant, Julia Polk! The verdict is in, and she has been deemed September Teacher of the Month! Ms. Polk is tremendously kind, hard-working, and welcoming to everyone. She supports all staff and makes her work seem effortless (though the staff knows that is not the case!) We are so grateful to have her on our team! Congratulations, Ms. Polk! Very well deserved. 

Wednesday, September 28th, 2022: Senator Rachel May visited our 4th-grade students. She discussed the importance of the electoral process, her duties and responsibilities, and the impact of her work on the community. She also toured our school, meeting with our Dean, Mr. Frisina, to further discuss funding for students and the positive impact of music and physical education programs in schools.

Thank you, Senator May, for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk to our Atoms!

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