Parenting Tech Savvy Teens: Navigating the World of
Facebook, Twitter & Texting - Feb. 9

The SJHS Pupil Services Dept. is holding a Parent Information Night for all parents, districtwide, that will examine social networking, cyberbullying and most importantly, help you keep your children safe online. » LEARN MORE [PDF]

A message from Principal Dr. Russell Moore

Happy New Year to everyone! Hopefully you were able to relax and enjoy the holiday season. We now find ourselves rapidly approaching the end of the first semester, which means mid-year exams and beginning our scheduling process for the 2012-2013 school year. » READ DR. MOORE'S LETTER

SJHS January Newsletter

The Junior High School January newsletter is now available.  » DOWNLOAD NEWSLETTER [PDF]

Coffee with the Principal/PTA President - Feb. 3

On Friday, February 3, there will be a "Coffee with the Principal/PTA President" hour at SJHS. Parents are invited to stop by the main office conference room anywhere from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM. Dr. Moore, principal of SJHS, and Ms. Christine Seebold, president of the PTA, will be available to discuss various issues with parents. Coffee, tea and snacks will be available. » READ MORE

Seventh grader wins SJHS Geography Bee

It took seven questions in the final round to determine the winner, but seventh grader Aadya Kaushik prevailed, taking top place in this year’s SJHS Geography Bee. » READ MORE

Students shop at school

The Shaker Junior High School Store is open again this year, run by Mr. Uline. The store will offer regular school merchandise such as pens, pencils, notebooks, and folders. Of popular interest are locker ladders for $20 and hall color t-shirts for $8. The store is open only during homeroom. We are always looking for ideas for new items to purchase, stop by and let us know what you would like to see in our store.

School sports physicals

SJHS & SHS's sports’ physical date for spring sports is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, 2012. Athletes needing the annual sports physical must plan on attending to receive a physical from the school doctor. The physicals will be given from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. at the Capital Region Health Park, 711 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham (South Side Door - Suite 101). .

Lost & Found filling up

Our lost and found continues to grow. If your son or daughter has come home and said they are missing sweatshirt, pants, sneakers, jacket, etc., have them check LOST & FOUND, which is located in the health office. » READ MORE

Coffee with the principal and PTA president

Continuing our efforts to help parents feel comfortable with and supportive of SJHS, we would like to continue another avenue in addition to Open School Day held in November. On Friday, February 3, there will be a "Coffee with the Principal/PTA President" hour at SJHS. » READ MORE

SJHS students, staff aim to black out bullying

Black shirts littered the Shaker Junior High School hallways on Wednesday in a show of unity against bullying. » READ MORE

Congratulations first quarter high honor, honor and merit roll students

View first quarter high honor, honor and merit roll students.

Counselors supporting youngest members of military families

The counselors in North Colonie want to support you and your children.
We are available if and when your children need us. Individual and group counseling is available. » LEARN MORE [PDF]

Home and Career Skills project aims to help Irene victims, to be featured on WNYT

Each semester, the eighth grade Home and Career Skills students at Shaker Junior High School participate in an activity called, “The Global Humanitarian Unit.” This year, the eighth graders are helping the victims of Hurricane Irene. » READ MORE

2011-12 SJHS Handbook

The 2011-12 SJHS Student Handbook is now available for download.

2011-12 Hall Brochures and Supply Lists

Supply lists for the 2011-12 school year are now available. If you have any questions, please contact the Shaker Junior High School Main Office, 785-1341.

» CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD SUPPLY LISTS

2011-12 7th & 8th grade Course Selection Guides now available

» DOWNLOAD 7TH GRADE GUIDE [PDF]

» DOWNLOAD 8TH GRADE GUIDE [PDF]

Photo Gallery: SJHS Artwork

Check out this photo gallery of SJHS student artwork. Featured are 7th & 8th grade work, along with accelerated studio art. » ENTER GALLERY

7th and 8th grade Summer Reading Lists

For the current school year, 2010-2011, if your student is currently a 7th grader, they are to fulfill the 8th grade reading assignment and if your student is currently a 6th grader, they are to fulfill the 7th grade reading assignment.

» DOWNLOAD 7TH GRADE PROJECT [PDF]

» DOWNLOAD 8TH GRADE PROJECT [PDF]

A message for parents of incoming SHS freshmen: 2011 Summer reading list now available

The suggested Summer reading lists are designed to provide a wide range of selections for various reading levels and interests. Certainly, not every book will appeal to every reader. As such, we advise parents and students to select books judiciously.

» READ MORE AND VIEW READING LIST [PDF]

SJHS launches antibullying webpage for parents, students

Shaker Junior High School believes children have the right to be educated in a safe, happy and supportive environment. Because of this, they have launched an anti-bullying webpage as a resource for parents and students.

» VISIT ANTIBULLYING PAGE

SJHS Dress Code policy now in effect

» READ DRESS CODE POLICY [PDF]