Residents to vote
on proposed budget May 20

On Tuesday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. residents of the North Colonie and Maplewood school districts will go to the polls to decide on an $88,439,000 proposed budget. If approved, it would result in an estimated residential tax rate increase of 3.76 percent—the smallest proposed increase in a decade. Voters will also elect three candidates to the Board of Education. For more information, visit the budget section.

National Honor Society
holds spring induction ceremony

Congratulations to the more than 65 juniors who were inducted into the Shaker High School chapter of the National Honor Society this spring.

Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 90 or higher in order to be considered for membership. In addition, students must exhibit excellence in four areas—scholarship, leadership, service and character. These qualities are evaluated by all teachers and administrators at the high school, as well as extracurricular activity advisors and coaches. » MORE

Broadcast Media Club
competes in video contest

Community members
encouraged to vote online May 8-21

Shaker High School students involved in the Broadcast Media Club, under the direction of club advisor Kevin Smith, recently submitted a video to participate in Time Warner Cable’s “How Cool is Your School?” video production contest. » MORE

Save the date
“Harry's Walk” set for June 15

Friends and family of former North Colonie student Harry Carnevale, who was killed by a speeding motorist shortly after graduating from Shaker Senior High School in 2007, are sponsoring a fundraiser in his memory.

“Harry’s Walk” will be held on Sunday, June 15, at the Colonie Town Park. Registration will be held on the morning of the walk at 8:30 a.m. Registration/pledge forms may be picked up in Shaker High School’s main office. All proceeds will benefit the Harrison Carnevale Memorial Scholarship Award, which will be awarded annually to a deserving senior selected by the cinema arts faculty.

Students honored
for diligence and hard work

The diligence and hard work of Shaker High School students are key ingredients in our high standards and excellence. To show our appreciation for the hard work, creativity, and ability of our student body, every month, beginning in October and ending in May, each department honors a “Student of the Month.” View the complete list of students for the month of April. 

Save the date!

Shaker High School's 50th anniversary celebration, Nov. 8-9

A committee of dedicated North Colonie Central School District administrators, Board of Education members, alumni and parents is busily planning activities for Shaker High School’s 50th anniversary celebration weekend, November 8-9, 2008.

Please plan to join us for this momentous occasion. Plans are currently underway to host an alumni gala on Saturday evening, followed by a rededication ceremony on Sunday, as well as a number of other activities. Details will be posted online as they become available. 
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Video game company opens
its doors to students

Students in Marsha Gibson's 11R math class gained a new perspective and appreciation for the application of math in the real world after a visit to Vicarious Visions, a local video game company. » MORE

 

Shaker High summer school registration information

On Monday, June 30 and Tuesday, July 1, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. registration for Shaker High School summer school will take place at the high school. Summer school classes will run from July 8 to August 12. Regents exams will be administered on August 13-14, and the last day to register for walk-in exams is on Monday, July 14, by 1 p.m.  » MORE

 

Shaker High School hosts international weekend

About 20 foreign exchange students from around the world visited North Colonie, March 13-16, as part of an AFS international weekend hosted by Shaker High School. » MORE

Math Department
recognizes Pi Day

In honor of Pi Day, recognized nationally on March 14, Shaker Junior High and Shaker Senior High School students celebrated the irrational number 3.14, also known as pi. Students created pi poems, songs and posters, participated in a variety of competitions and, of course, ate pie! » MORE

Students celebrate
Foreign Language Month

The month of March, recognized nationally as Foreign Language Month, is an exciting time of year for North Colonie's Foreign Language Department. Throughout the month, a number of programs, events and activities will be offered to expand students’ interest in and appreciation of cultural diversity. » MORE

Foreign language students earn top scores on national tests

Congratulations to all of the Shaker High School students who earned remarkable results on the National Russian Essay Contest and National German Exam earlier this fall. » MORE

Volunteers sought
to share their life stories

Members of the community are invited to participate in a project to help Shaker High School’s Spanish V students improve their foreign language skills, while helping them learn more about the immigrant experience of their neighbors. » MORE

Voters approve $7 million
capital project referendum

Voters in the North Colonie and Maplewood-Colonie Common School Districts overwhelmingly approved a $7 million capital project referendum on Monday, March 3.
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Math Club explores answers to challenging problems

Siena mathematics professor Jim Matthews, along with 11 of his Math Education Methods students, visited Shaker High School’s Math Club earlier this month. Students were presented with several challenge problems and worked together to discuss solutions and strategies.

Other meetings this year have explored the Rubik’s cube and number challenges. The Math Club is open to students of all abilities in ninth through twelfth grade. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 11, to celebrate Pi Day. Newcomers are welcome to join. Please see Mrs. Quinn in Taft Hall for more information.

Message from the principal

The second semester has begun at Shaker High School. Students, faculty and parents continue to work together to ensure the best possible instruction for students. I appreciate the support parents provide to the Shaker High School faculty and administration. Through our combined efforts students are achieving in the classroom and contributing positively to the overall school climate. » MORE

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

Congratulations to Shaker High School seniors Ashley Gansle, Steven Mercadante and Nick Murray, who were recently recognized by the Capital Zone of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance for their exceptional leadership qualities, scholastic achievement, athletic ability and citizenship. » MORE

Interested in buying
spring sports apparel?

Shaker High School spring sports athletic apparel is now available. Click here for order forms.