Due to anticipated weather conditions, the Bison Birthday Bash and 75th Anniversary Celebration will now be held indoors at Shaker High School's H-Gym.
We are pleased to share that all planned activities will continue as scheduled. Guests can look forward to booths, food, Kona Ice, the official Bison name reveal, student performances, games, and plenty of exciting surprises throughout the event. We hope to see everyone tomorrow (Saturday, May 9), from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For entry, please use either the H-Gym entrance or the Main Office entrance at Shaker High School. Student and staff volunteers will be available throughout the event to assist and provide directions to help ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all attendees.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to celebrating this special milestone together indoors and making it a memorable day for the entire North Colonie community.
We are pleased to share that all planned activities will continue as scheduled. Guests can look forward to booths, food, Kona Ice, the official Bison name reveal, student performances, games, and plenty of exciting surprises throughout the event. We hope to see everyone tomorrow (Saturday, May 9), from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
For entry, please use either the H-Gym entrance or the Main Office entrance at Shaker High School. Student and staff volunteers will be available throughout the event to assist and provide directions to help ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all attendees.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to celebrating this special milestone together indoors and making it a memorable day for the entire North Colonie community.
We are excited to announce the opening of North Colonie's 75th Anniversary branded apparel webstore! The webstore will be open until Tuesday, May 19. The store can be found through the QR code or through the link in our bio! Items may be shipped to your address or picked up at Central Office or your school by selecting third party pick up. Thank you for your support and we look forward to seeing you at the 75th Anniversary and Bison Birthday Bash!
It’s National School Nurse Day! Join us in celebrating our incredible school nurses, we are so grateful for each and every one of you. Thank you for your care, compassion, and dedication to keeping our students healthy and supported every day!
It’s time to celebrate! We’re counting down to the North Colonie Bison Birthday Bash & 75th Anniversary Celebration this Saturday, May 9. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone, and neither can the Bison! The day will be packed with games, performances, food, and plenty of special surprises, including the Bison’s name reveal. And of course, there will be cupcakes, because it wouldn’t be a birthday party without them!
The first cupcake design was painted by Shaker High School art teacher Genevieve Chornyak, followed by eight additional creations from her talented students: Qwin Liquigan, William Powell, Anu Thennarasu, Tessa Travers, Zariya Ahmed, Maya Aguirre Mucia, and Raegan Murphy.
The first cupcake design was painted by Shaker High School art teacher Genevieve Chornyak, followed by eight additional creations from her talented students: Qwin Liquigan, William Powell, Anu Thennarasu, Tessa Travers, Zariya Ahmed, Maya Aguirre Mucia, and Raegan Murphy.
Teacher Appreciation Week continues! Today, we’re celebrating the heart, patience, and creativity our teachers bring to their classrooms each day. Thank you for the little moments that make a big difference. Your impact matters more than words can say!
Pictured are our elementary art teachers preparing for the recent art show at the William K Sanford Town Library in Colonie. Have a fun story or photo of a North Colonie teacher to share? Email us at communications@nccsk12.org!
Pictured are our elementary art teachers preparing for the recent art show at the William K Sanford Town Library in Colonie. Have a fun story or photo of a North Colonie teacher to share? Email us at communications@nccsk12.org!
This week, we celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference at North Colonie every single day. During Teacher Appreciation Week, we thank our teachers for their passion, dedication, and the countless ways they support, inspire, and uplift our students. Please join us in showing gratitude to the amazing teachers who help shape our future, one student at a time.
Have a fun story or photo of a North Colonie teacher to share? Email us at communications@nccsk12.org!
Have a fun story or photo of a North Colonie teacher to share? Email us at communications@nccsk12.org!
They may trade capes for aprons, but our lunch staff are everyday superheroes all the same. Friday, May 1, is School Lunch Heroes Day, and we’re excited to celebrate our incredible food and nutrition team. Thank you for serving up not just meals, but kindness, energy, and a smile with every tray!
It's School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Let’s give a big thank you to the drivers who keep our school days running safely and smoothly. They are the first friendly face in the morning and the last one in the afternoon, making every ride a safe, welcoming, and dependable part of the day. Thank you bus drivers!
Join us in celebrating their hard work, care, and dedication on every route. Ready to make a difference in your community? Be a hero, drive a school bus.
Join us in celebrating their hard work, care, and dedication on every route. Ready to make a difference in your community? Be a hero, drive a school bus.
Only two weeks to go until the Bison Birthday Bash and North Colonie’s 75th Anniversary. Join us on Saturday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Arthur Walker Field for an action-packed celebration with food, music, games, a dance party, and the exciting moment we officially name our Bison!
Thursday, April 23, all eight schools gathered at Shaker Middle School for the annual Physical Education District Leadership Awards. Forty-six standout students in grades 5–12 were selected by their PE teachers for demonstrating exemplary leadership and effort. The Shaker Middle School Jazz Band, conducted by music teacher Omar Williams, provided musical accompaniment. Guest speaker Chris Landers, a Shaker High School Class of 2013 graduate and current assistant football coach, shared how physical education, along with his teachers and coaches, helped shape him into the person he is today. Senior students Gavin Bailie and Joelle Hannoush also spoke, sharing their experiences in PE and offering advice to younger students. Congratulations to all honorees!
Wednesday, April 22 marks Administrative Professionals Day! We’re proud to recognize the outstanding team members across our district who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep everything organized and running seamlessly. Their commitment, professionalism, and positive spirit make a lasting impact every day and we are truly grateful for all they do. Please join us in celebrating and thanking our amazing administrative professionals!
April is Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month! Let’s come together as a district and go blue on Friday, April 24 to raise awareness, show support, and celebrate inclusion for all. 💙
100%! The North Colonie CSD transportation mechanics received a perfect rating on their New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) inspection for the 2025-26 school year! Congratulations to our team of eight and thank you for your dedication to keeping our students safe on buses each and every day.
Today is the last day to nominate for the Shaker Alumni Hall of Fame! Do you know a Shaker alum making a difference or doing outstanding work in their career field? All nominations are due by Wednesday, April 15 by midnight! Don’t miss your chance to recognize someone deserving. You can find a link to the nomination in our bio. #alumnihalloffame
The North Colonie Central School District and Shaker High School are mourning the loss of longtime teacher and coach Ed Springstead. Coach Springstead passed away on Friday, April 10, at the age of 93.
A United States Army veteran, Coach Springstead spent more than 50 years as a physical education teacher and cross country and track coach at Shaker. In his decades as a coach, his cross country teams won two state championships, one at Colonie High in 1962 and another here at Shaker in 2010. His 2010 state championship team went on to qualify for Nike Cross Nationals and finished 13th in the country.
Mr. Springstead’s tenure as a coach lasted long beyond his retirement as a teacher in 1989. A member of the Shaker High School Athletic Hall of Fame and the Greater Capital Region Cross Country and Track and Field Hall of Fame, Coach Springstead impacted the lives of thousands of student-athletes across the Capital District. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and former athletes and colleagues. Our thoughts are with all of those who knew and loved Coach Springstead during this difficult time.
A United States Army veteran, Coach Springstead spent more than 50 years as a physical education teacher and cross country and track coach at Shaker. In his decades as a coach, his cross country teams won two state championships, one at Colonie High in 1962 and another here at Shaker in 2010. His 2010 state championship team went on to qualify for Nike Cross Nationals and finished 13th in the country.
Mr. Springstead’s tenure as a coach lasted long beyond his retirement as a teacher in 1989. A member of the Shaker High School Athletic Hall of Fame and the Greater Capital Region Cross Country and Track and Field Hall of Fame, Coach Springstead impacted the lives of thousands of student-athletes across the Capital District. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and former athletes and colleagues. Our thoughts are with all of those who knew and loved Coach Springstead during this difficult time.
Receiving SNAP secures kids free school meals. Together SNAP and school meals provide kids the food they need to learn. Learn more about how SNAP grocery benefits can support your child’s education: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/snap/
Happy Assistant Principals Week to our Shaker Shaker Middle and High School hall principals and deans! We appreciate everything you do for our students everyday! It may be spring break but be sure to show your appreciation when we come back next week! #assistantprincipalweek
Eight Forts Ferry students are being recognized as the March North Colonie Kids Care recipients. A group of fifth graders... Isaiah, Levent, Ryan, Kaia, Josie, Mara, Josh and Olivia, were nominated by Mrs. Lisa Hunter and Mrs. Lauren Ireland, for their enthusiastic participation in an ongoing series of safety videos.
Under the direction of Mrs. Ireland, this group of students has been making instructional videos for younger students on how to safely participate in a cafeteria lockdown drill, as well as how to safely ride the bus. They have taken time out of their day to energetically read scripts and act out stellar behavior. As Mrs. Hunter said, “while these efforts may seem simple, the impact they have on the younger community is great.” Their enthusiasm rubs off on the younger students and gets them excited to learn about these topics that are very important to their safety and overall school experience.
We are excited to recognize this group of students for their leadership amongst peers and the younger community. Congratulations!
Under the direction of Mrs. Ireland, this group of students has been making instructional videos for younger students on how to safely participate in a cafeteria lockdown drill, as well as how to safely ride the bus. They have taken time out of their day to energetically read scripts and act out stellar behavior. As Mrs. Hunter said, “while these efforts may seem simple, the impact they have on the younger community is great.” Their enthusiasm rubs off on the younger students and gets them excited to learn about these topics that are very important to their safety and overall school experience.
We are excited to recognize this group of students for their leadership amongst peers and the younger community. Congratulations!
The Bison is wishing everyone a great Spring Break! Don’t forget we are one month away from the Bison getting a name, and celebrating the 75th anniversary together!
You're Invited to Shaker Unified National Banner School Celebration on Friday, April 17 at 6 p.m. in the H-Gym at SHS. This celebration is to recognize our recent recognition as a National Unified Banner School. We would love to have the North Colonie community there to celebrate this milestone!
