Below are news releases from the 2007-08 school year. Visit the homepage for current school news.
 

District News

2008-09 School District Budget

June 2008

Congratulations Class of 2008!

Research students share discoveries during science symposium

French students earn top scores on national tests
Angstadt wins Study Trip Award to Germany

Students inspired by award-winning author’s letter

Kathleen Skeals to be new English supervisor

District veteran named director of physical education & athletics

Nicholas Verdile selected as new math supervisor

District recognizes retiring faculty/staff

Elementary school art galleries now online

Boght Hills raises $6,800 for St. Jude’s Math-A-Thon
Russian Olympiad tests students’ knowledge

Students write, record and produce professional-grade CD
District celebrates Music and Art for Youth Month

May 2008

Shaker graduates to compete at NCAA Division 1 level

Eighth-grader competes at regional, statewide science fairs

Student takes science research outside of the classroom

Award-winning storyteller shares joy of performance, teaches respect

Voters approve school district budget

National Honor Society holds spring induction ceremony

Therapy dogs help students build reading skills, self-confidence

Broadcast Media Club competes in video contest

Voters to select three candidates for the Board of Education

District's increase in state aid tied to Maplewood expenses, building improvements
Save the date: “Harry's Walk” set for June 15

Annual All-District Art Exhibit to be held on May 7 at NYSUT

Students recognized for leadership, positive character
Satterlee receives Champion of Character Leadership Award

April 2008

Russian students visit North Colonie Central School District

Book Nook helps students gain self-confidence, a love of reading

Board of Education adopts 2008-09 proposed budget

Shaker High School students inducted into Tri-M Honor Society
Club members get a taste of German delicacies
Health tips now online courtesy of physical education teacher

Save the Date! Shaker High School's 50th anniversary celebration, Nov. 8-9

Boght Hills students get moving on Learning Enrichment Day
Video game company opens its doors to students

Flower sale to benefit North Colonie Friends of Music

Shaker High School hosts international weekend

March 2008

Math Department recognizes Pi Day

Art gallery showcases student work

Students celebrate Foreign Language Month

Volunteers sought to share their life stories

Foreign language students earn top scores on national tests

2008-09 budget development process underway

Rosenthal resigning from North Colonie school board

Student-run recycling club saves trees

Chef/TV host teaches students to make healthy snacks

Voters approve $7 million capital project

February 2008

Voters to consider EXCEL referendum on March 3

Academic quiz bowl energizes school spirit

Loudonville students learn value of making healthy choices

Traffic signal eases congestion, enhances student safety

Junior High School students give their hearts this Valentine's Day

Sixth grader wins district-wide Spelling Bee

North Colonie at the forefront of green cleaning

Three Shaker High School seniors receive Capital Zone Secondary Physical Education Award

Kindergarten parent orientation set for Feb. 5

January 2008

Student Energy Patrol makes a difference
High school students to participate in Poetry Out Loud Contest

Spring Continuing Education brochure now available online
Extra state funding plus enhanced building aid to pay for majority of $7 million project

December 2007

Reservations being accepted for Jazzaret performance
Student Energy Patrol helps turn off the lights

District mourns loss of student

Exchange program broadens students’ view of the world

PIG classes help StandDown for homeless veterans

Fourth annual "One Smile Day" set for Dec. 12

Sign up for winter mini-sessions

November 2007

2006-07 Annual Evaluation Report now available

North Colonie honored veterans at sixth annual celebration
New technology director to help enhance technology across district

New playground delights Southgate students
JV football team celebrates victory
District addresses infrastructure needs on a continual basis

Faculty music recital to benefit students

School Success Team teaches and rewards students

North Colonie Central School District proposes EXCEL vote

October 2007

North Colonie to honor veterans at sixth annual celebration
District thanks board members for service
Environmental fair and recycling day at Southgate Nov. 10
North Colonie taking proactive steps against MRSA
Student artwork on display at Colonie Town Library
Music teachers attend music educators’ symposium
Voters overwhelmingly approve annexation referendum
Annexation vote today, Thursday, Oct. 11
North Colonie students organize tribute to Harry Carnevale
Author and illustrator John Steven Gurney visits Southgate
Loudonville students celebrate annual field day
Voters to consider annexation referendum Oct. 11

September 2007

Boght Hills adopts Army National Guard Troop

Community members encouraged to attend public forum on Oct. 3
Blue Creek celebrates International Peace Day

North Colonie School District welcomes new teachers
Middle Class STAR notifications being mailed
Coach honored for 50-year commitment to cross country

August 2007

District sets final tax rates for 2007-08; increase lower than projected

Safety gets a green light at Shaker High intersection
Summer programs complement school year instruction 
Southgate elementary welcomes new principal