Sometimes you have to get out of the classroom and learn right in the community! The Schalmont High School civil engineering /architecture class recently visited the Vista Square apartment complex on Curry Road. Students had previously been given the opportunity to design a building for the open section in the project. As a follow up, …
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Dear Parents and Guardians: This year, we will be conducting summer school registration on June 25 from 8 am to 2 pm in the High School Guidance office.This year’s summer school registration process will start earlier than usual due to the late end to school year, and the commencement of summer school the week after. …
Dear Parents and Guardians: The third marking period grades are now posted on eSchool. I encourage you to check the grades with your student. If you have any questions about a grade, or concerns about a class, I would encourage you to reach out to the classroom teacher. Also, please remember the guidance counselors are …
In early April, several Sabre staffers volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House in Albany. They prepared dinner and desserts for the families, with BBQ Chicken donated by Wagon Train! TheSchalmont crew included Joby Gifford, Jackie Gordon, Jessica Melchior, Sue DiCaprio and Laurie Hughes, along with Christine DelGallo. They also received a tour from Schalmont parent …
The Schalmont Central School District is looking to recruit and train qualified individuals to be part of our transportation team! Have you thought about it, but are apprehensive about driving a school bus? Why not come to our upcoming job fair and see what it is like to get behind the wheel of a big …
Promote Literacy, take in a show, and win prizes! Our Literacy Night is on Wednesday, April 10, right in the middle of the Middle School Book Fair that runs from April 8-12. Schedule 6:30pm-7pm • Drama Club Performance in the LGI 7pm-8pm (in the MS Library) • Book Fair • Makerspace • Prizes • Refreshments …
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In March, all middle school students in grades 5 – 8 participated in a “Community Leaders Are Readers” event. The students heard how reading and writing are immersed in all careers. Community professionals shared about their jobs, and even brought along some of the equipment they use. Upon arrival, the professionals enjoyed breakfast which was …
“Big Picture” Tests It’s not unusual to test students on their ability to retain and apply material covered in class, but changing education standards have led to numerous state tests designed to help schools capture the “big picture” in students’ performance. At the elementary and middle school level, all New York State students in grades …
Schalmont was one of 19 local schools participated in V-Healthy Day, a day devoted to teaching students about the importance of maintaining a healthy vascular system. Members from the Center for Vascular Awareness, Vascular Health Partners of Community Care Physicians, P.C. and Community Care Physicians, P.C. are visiting with different classes to teach students the …
Camp Invention is coming to Jefferson from July 8-12, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.! Until this Friday, March 29, female campers can register using the promo code GIRL25T for a $25 discount at Camp Invention. Check out this site for more information about girls in STEM: https://www.invent.org/girl-power
