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Month: January 2023

  • A Final Message from D. Joseph Corr

    Dear North Colonie Community, Today was my last day as Superintendent of the North Colonie Central School District, and I wanted to take a moment to express my deep gratitude for the privilege of serving as your school superintendent for the past 12 years and for 41 years as a teacher and administrator. Since September…


  • Black History Month: A Message from Supt. Joe Corr

    February is Black History Month. During this month, the United States honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs, and adversities that are an important part of our nation’s history. In 1926, the idea for the month was created by…


  • Joe Corr: National PTA Lifetime Achievement Award

    Among the accolades and honors given to retiring Superintendent Joe Corr during the last several months, weeks, and days, there was at least one that came as a very unexpected surprise. And for many in the audience at the Board of Education meeting on Jan. 24, it was equally surprising because it is so rare…


  • Town of Colonie Celebrates one of its “Titans” – Jan. 31 is D. Joseph Corr Day

    After 50 years in education and several months of well-wishes and send offs by colleagues, community members, former students, and many more – Jan. 31 marks D. Joseph Corr’s last day as North Colonie’s superintendent. It also marks D. Joseph Corr Day in the Town of Colonie. Yes, that’s right. Not only is Mr. Corr…


  • North Colonie: The Superintendency Transition 2023

     On January 31, 2023, an era ends and a transition begins in the North Colonie Central School District. Superintendent D. Joseph Corr retires after 50 years in education. His longtime deputy is stepping into the role. Incoming Superintendent Kathleen Skeals is a long-standing leader the schools community. Hear what they say about this change in…


  • “Champion of Student Success” Receives Tributes at Retirement Reception

    At a reception held prior to the Jan. 24 Board of Education meeting, retiring Superintendent Joe Corr was treated to a range of tributes.  From baskets of student artwork and cards from the schools across the district, to a video, a banner to mark “Joe Corr Day” on Jan. 31 (his last day), the accolades…


  • NYS Writers Institute to Host SHS Grad & NY Times Bestselling Author Raven Leilani

    New York State Writers Institute to Host a Conversation / Q&A with Shaker High School Grad, NY Times Bestselling Author Raven Leilani Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023 7:30 p.m. — Conversation / Q&A Recital Hall, UAlbany Performing Arts Center Free and open to the public. No registration required. An emerging star of American fiction, Raven Leilani spent…


  • After-school Programs Cancelled – Wed., 1/25

    North Colonie CSD after-school programs are cancelled today (Wed., 1/25). CYC will run as scheduled.


  • Kindergarten Registration for 2023-24 now Open

    Dear Parents/Guardians of 2023-2024 Kindergarten Students: We are proud of our schools and all that they have to offer your family.  Whether you are a long-time area resident or a new arrival, we look forward to beginning our partnership which will lay a strong foundation for your child’s academic, social and emotional growth. Online registration…


  • Khaliel Felder: “A symbol for all of us of the power of the work we do as educators.”

    It was only fitting that at his last Board of Education meeting as superintendent, Mr. Joe Corr nominated the January NC Kids Care recipient. It was also only fitting that Mr. Corr gave the nomination speech about the NCCSD graduate, now district employee Khaliel Felder during the Jan. 24 meeting, bringing many in the room…