  L-R: Alex Mercier, Cynthia Wright, Abby Karp, Emily O'Donnell, Dani Armstrong, Lilah DuBoff, Christian McMillan, Frank and June McCleneghen The Waldorf High School has only 47 students, but they just donated more than $600 and more than 150 food items to the Race Track Chaplaincy of America to help benefit backstretch workers in Saratoga Springs. The team leading the fundraiser had hoped to be able to help three children of backstretch workers by raising $225. The extra funds will let the students help a fourth child, as well as provide the Race Track Chaplaincy of America with gift cards to help other families now and throughout the year. Lead by a group of six students, the group reached out to parents, community members and younger students, as well as their classmates, to get the entire school community involved. "The size of our school lets everyone take a big part in something -- giving back," said Christian McMillan, Class of 2015. Other students on the leadership team were Alex Mercier, Class of 2017; Abby Karp, Class of 2016; Emily O'Donnell, Class of 2016; Dani Armstrong, Class of 2018; and Lilah DuBoff, Class of 2018. The annual fundraiser was the most successful in all the time the students have been supporting the backstretch workers. The student leaders were very aware of their privilege, especially this time of year. McMillan said, "We're all getting together with our families and having so much food at this time of year, and there are families out there struggling to get food on the table. The team wanted to make this the greatest year ever and really support these families as best we could." The donations were made to the Race Track Chaplaincy of America - New York Chapter. Race Track Chaplaincy Field Director June McCleneghen said, "Race Track Chaplaincy is not just in Saratoga during racing or training season, but is involved year 'round with backstretch workers and their families who stay in the Saratoga area." The school's leadership team hopes this drive inspires the Waldorf community to continue to support the backstretch workers throughout the year. "We want people to continue to donate," McMillan said. "Now that they have more information about these people and the important role they play in our community and our economy, we hope our community continues the giving-back process." McCleneghen was amazed by the response from the school. "School staff, students and families are a true blessing to our ministry," she said. --Jennie Grey --Please note my new contact information below-- Education reporter |
Friday, November 28, 2014
Saratoga: Waldorf High School Raises Money and Food for Backstretch Workers
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Ballston Spa: Financial Aid Awareness Evening Held
The Ballston Spa Central School District Guidance Department hosted a financial aid awareness evening at the Ballston Spa High School Nov. 6. Students in the 11th and 12th grades, and their parents/guardians attended the helpful evening for the latest information on the financial aid process. The event included a presentation from Diane Corbett, director of financial aid at the New York State University at Albany.
Additional information is available on the guidance section of the district website at www.bscsd.org, or call 884-7150, ext. 236.
--Jennie Grey
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Education reporter
The Saratogian and The Record newspapers
20 Lake Ave.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
jgrey@digitalfirstmedia.com
Office: 518-290-3898Work cell: 518-222-2109
Hudson Valley Community College: Annual Open House Held
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Ballston Spa: Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries Early College High School Program Holds Business Breakfast
The Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries Early College High
School program, a New York State Pathways in Technology Early College High School Program, hosted a Business and Education Breakfast Nov.
5 at
Hudson Valley Community College’s Training and Education Center for Semiconductor Manufacturing and Alternative and Renewable Technologies.
Speakers included Mike Ladd of Cisco, a New York state education client executive; Paul W. Loomis, Gilbane Building Co. controller; Nicolle Monast, manager of educational initiatives at CAPCOM Federal Credit Union; and Todd Shimkus, president of Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce.
Launched in the 2011-2012 school year in collaboration with New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and Hudson Valley Community College, the The Clean Technologies and Sustainable Industries Early College High School program provides current high school students with opportunities to develop college and career-readiness skills and to pursue college coursework. The program currently enrolls 203 students from 21 school districts throughout the region.
--Jennie Grey
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Education reporter
Troy: CAPCOM Gives New Coats to Pre-K Children
With the help of the Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO), CAPCOM Credit Union gave brand-new coats to pre-K students at Troy’s Public School 2 and 12. Lodges provided and delivered the coats to CEO sites. CAPCOM gave coats to CEO's Stepping Stones I center as well.
Troy Enlarged City School District is one of the Capital Region's largest school districts. Yet Troy is still a small urban district, with approximately 4,300 students and programs housed in nine buildings. Troy is rated in good standing, according to the State Education Department and No Child Left Behind.
Troy has achieved remarkable progress in recent years. School improvement efforts have not only raised expectations, but resulted in measurable changes across the district. The district’s public schools continue to serve as a vital part of the city of Troy’s revitalization.
The personalized nature of being a small city school district empowers students to excel in an environment that encourages and supports lifelong learning. The district has recently instituted a number of policies to elevate academic achievement.
The district is committed to teaching a curriculum that ensures all students meet the state learning standards. Each school provides a broad array of educational experiences and extracurricular opportunities that challenge students to achieve their maximum potential.
CEO’s programs are designed to be stepping stones to long-term success. They focus on education, skill building and connecting people to resources they need. Its goal is to break the cycle of poverty by targeting poverty at its root causes – removing barriers and supporting change.
CAPCOM is a member-owned financial institution based in the Capital Region.
--Jennie Grey
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Education reporter
Troy: Elementary School 2 Families Hold Saturday Star Party for Vets
Nov. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Elementary School 2 at 470 10th St. held a Veteran’s Day celebration. As part of the building's Project P.R.O.M.I.S.E. initiative, School 2 families gathered to honor local veterans.
Project P.R.O.M.I.S.E. is a School 2 initiative designed to increase student motivation, family involvement and a stronger sense of community. P.R.O.M.I.S.E. Saturday is a monthly event that reinforces School 2’s commitment to character development and academic success.
Students and families assisted the Stars for Our Troops project, learning what it means to be a veteran and thanking our soldiers. Stars for Our Troops facilitated a Star Party at School 2 to pass along the legacy of the stars of the American flag to our troops. For the project, embroidered stars are cut from retired American flags and sent to those who are serving or have served in the military. Students helped cut out the stars and pouched them to be mailed.
The following message is included in each pouch of stars: “I am part of our American flag that has
flown over a home in the United States of America. I can no longer fly. The sun and winds have caused me to become tattered and torn. Please carry me as a reminder that you are not forgotten.”
The Capital Region Stars for Our Troops has distributed more than 95,000 stars as of Nov. 1, 2014.
--Jennie Grey
--Please note my new contact information below--
Education reporter
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