May SJHS newsletter now available

The SJHS building newsletter is now available and can be downlaoded here [PDF].

A letter from Principal Dr. Russell Moore

Dr. Moore addresses some important end of the year information that you need to know in his latest letter to parents. » READ MORE

Eighth grade summer reading list now available

The 8th grade summer reading list is now available and can be downloaded here [PDF].

SJHS third quarter high honor, honor & merit roll students

Congratulations to the SJHS students who made the High Honor, Honor and Merit Roll this quarter. » VIEW NAMES

26 SJHS students recognized for scores in National French Exam

26 SJHS students fell within the Hudson Valley Chapter and National ranks. These students will be invited to a ceremony at Union College later in the spring to accept their awards.  » READ MORE

Faculty Play date change

Due to the spring concert schedule, rehearsal time on stage is limited. To allow for sufficient rehearsal in the actual performance venue, more time is needed. We have moved the date of the Faculty Play (which includes many students) to 7:00 PM on Monday, June 3. Please amend your calendars!

Nominate a SJHS staff member for the Peter M. McManus Staff Recognition Award

The annual award goes to a staff member who meets current responsibilities, makes contributions that upgrade the educational climate at SJHS, providing creative ideas and innovations, and demonstrates concern and respect for students and their needs.

» NOMINATE A STAFF MEMBER [PDF]

Hands on history being taught in pieces

SJHS students create ceramic tile map as way to learn about the U.S. » READ MORE (Courtesy Times Union) 

SJHS Vision announced

The initiative to craft a vision for Shaker Junior High School was addressed by the Building Council, which consists of five teachers, three parents and two administrators. Feedback was also provided by other faculty and parents via an online feedback form. » READ THE SJHS VISION

Spring 2013 grades 3-8 testing schedule

Click here to download the 3-8 Spring testing schedule [PDF]

Adolescent information: Helping you help your child

As you are probably aware, in our community as well as in society in general, there has been an increase in adolescent use of social media to communicate inappropriate messages. We have provided information we believe you will find informative and useful on adolescent anxiety, self-injury, twitter, definitions of other social media and a parent social media survival “cheat sheet”. » LEARN MORE

CBS6 features SJHS student for giving her "Personal Best"

Erin Valente, a SJHS 8th grade student, was featured on CBS 6 news in a segment called "Personal Best." This segment features one middle or high school student each week who puts forth the highest level of effort both in school and on the field in a sport, inspiring peers and teammates to do the same. » WATCH HER STORY (Scroll down under Videos and click on Erin's name)

Eigth grader wins SJHS Geography Bee for second time

Aadya Kaushik earned the designation as SJHS Geography Bee champion, becoming the first repeat champion in over a decade.  » READ MORE

Important course planning dates and information for parents of 8th graders

One of the most important school-related activities that you and your 8th grade child will share this year is planning an appropriate and beneficial 9th grade program of study. Course selections for next year will directly impact your child’s high school program. Shaker High School offers a wide and varied course of study. To assist you in the process of course selections, the Shaker High School Guidance Department offers two important events.

» READ MORE [PDF]

Two SJHS students advance to state finals in MathCounts Competition

Seventh grader Jonathan Choi and eighth grader Gaurab Banerjee both qualified for the final round this past weekend, at the quarter final round held at General Electric R&D in Niskayuna. » READ MORE

SJHS students show of their talents in "The Show"

The annual talent show consisted of amazing vocal performances, Irish dancing, break dancing, ripping guitar solos, classical piano, beat boxing and much more. » READ MORE

Attention Parents: New Building Safety Procedure

SJHS to be locked until 6:45 a.m.

A notice to all parents of Shaker Junior High School students that beginning next Monday, February 4, the school will be locked in the morning until 6:45 AM. Children will not have access to the building until that time. If your child has been arriving at school prior to that time, the practice needs to change. This additional security measure was included in the most recent edition of The Middle Years, our school newsletter, but without a date listed. We will notify students of this change, but please make plans now if your child has been arriving at school prior to 6:45 AM.
Thank you in advance for your attention to this changed practice.

SJHS Stand Up Committee
T-Shirt Design Contest

Think you have what it takes to design the best antibullying t-shirt. Well, prove it! » LEARN MORE AND ENTER CONTEST [PDF]

2013-14 student programming update

Although we are just at the mid point of the current school year, we are well into the process of program development for the 2013-2014 school year. » READ MORE

A letter from Dr. Moore on building safety

The shock and outrage resulting from the tragic events that took place at Sandy Hook Elementary School last Friday continue to stay with each and every one of us. This was a school that could have been anywhere in this great country and that had in place typical and appropriate security measures. It is natural to feel apprehension and nervousness and such events make each of us reevaluate what we do, and what we can do additionally, to minimize the risk to all of us. » 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

Shaker Junior and Senior High Schools announce the 2012-2013 school year sports’ physical date for spring sports is scheduled for Saturday, February 9, 2013. Athletes needing the annual sports physical must plan on attending to receive a physical from the school doctor. The physicals will be given at the Capital Region Health Park (Community Care Physicians) 711 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham (South Side Door - Suite 101). Boys’ physicals will be from 8:00 – 9:00 am and girls from 9:00 – 10:00 am.

SJHS students work with Artist-in-Residence

Ceramic Artist-in-Residence Frank Giorgini and SJHS accelerated art students are working to create a ceramic rendering of the United States of America. » READ MORE & VIEW PHOTO GALLERY

Photo gallery: Wear Black & Mix it Up Day at SJHS

Shaker Junior High School students sent Bullying Awareness Month out with a bang as they participated in two school-wide events this week. Students came to school dressed in black to "Black Out Bullying", as part of their monthly color days, and also took part in Mix it Up at Lunch Day, where they sat with other students they usually wouldn't sit with.

» CHECK OUT SOME PHOTOS FROM THE DAY

Toni's Team scores a big win

 Cancer has an effect on everyone. Whether you are the one who has been diagnosed with it, or you know someone who has, it can be a life altering experience. Learn what a group of North Colonie teachers have done to support a colleague diagnosed with breast cancer.

» READ MORE

Principals of Education: Dr. Russell Moore, Shaker Junior High School

This week, we profile SJHS Principal, Dr. Russ Moore. He discusses where is passion for education comes from, the implementation of APPR and its effects on teachers and why the junior high school is a model for success when it comes to bullying awareness. » WATCH VIDEO

Student Anxiety Management plan

When students are facing periods of intense anxiety which is limiting their ability to attend classes and/or school, the following plan should be implemented as early as possible.

» READ MORE [PDF]

Peer Mediation at SJHS

Kids helping kids! SJHS students will have an opportunity to do just that through our Student Peer Mediation Program. » LEARN MORE

2012-13 SJHS Clubs/Activities

Looking for something to do? Want to get involved in your school? Shaker Junior High School offers a wide variety of clubs, intramural sports and other extracurricular programs — there's sure to be an activity for everyone — so get involved!  » VIEW LISTING

SJHS Dress Code policy now in effect

» READ DRESS CODE POLICY [PDF]