- 9th grader, Bhuvika, took first place at the tenth annual Albany Regional Brain Bee after defeating two opponents in two additional tiebreaker rounds.
- 11th grader, Sonia S., is headed to the National Shakespeare Recitation Competition after winning the Albany Branch Competition (click to vote and support her in the National Competition)!
- The High School International Field Trip to Peru during April break, taken at Machu Picchu. The students had an incredible experience, engaging enthusiastically with the local culture and putting their Spanish skills to great use in conversations with the people they met.
- Keith Collins, Director of Clifton Park Halfmoon EMS, delivered a presentation to the Careers in Patient Care class, taught by Nate Chin. Following the presentation, his team provided students with a tour of the ambulance rig and expose students to the life-saving equipment used in emergency medical services.
- Koda Middle School Q3 Top Dog Award Recipients in recognition of their hard work, dedication, and outstanding achievements throughout the third quarter. Students that are recognized exemplify what it means to B.A.R.K. with Bulldog Pride: Be Here, Act Responsible, Remember Safety, Kindness Matters, Set Goals.
- High school teacher Molly Stammel and Gowana 6th grader Colin Stammel met with Governor Hochul for a round table discussion about distraction free classrooms. Both had an opportunity to have sit down discussions with lawmakers, and visit the Assembly floor.
- Back in February, High School Latin students travelled to Florence, Siena, and Rome, Italy to study ancient and renaissance history and art.
- Mrs. Reinstein’s 4th grade and Mrs. Jacon’s 2nd grade classes at Arongen get ready to present problem solving and calming strategies for their Arongen Pride Second Step Assembly.
- Koda Student Council collected items for Yellow Ribbon Day sponsored by the Blue Star Mothers to support troops serving overseas.
- The Shenendehowa Jazz Ensemble received awards for Outstanding Saxophone Section, Outstanding Trombone Section, and Outstanding Rhythm Section at the Regional Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival.
- Okte students did an incredible job in their performance of Finding Nemo
- Shen staff cheer on their colleagues as their retirement is recognized by the board of education.
- 8th grade tri-building artists in Mrs. Clermont’s class crafted some amazing creations while learning about various kinds of Fiber Art!
- A huge congrats to our Shen Colorguard Team! The guard competed this past week at the World Championships. Starting with 55 units, making it to semis as part of a group of 36 and then finals with the top 15. They received the SILVER medal with a final score 95.4! Way to go!
- High School Students in Construction 1 and Construction 2 continue working hard on the student-built modular home- which is now up for auction (click for more!)
- Congratulations to Coach Weeks for being inducted into the NYS Wrestling Hall of Fame!
- Our winter student athletes were recognized by the board for all their hard work!
- Superintendent and Board recognize students in the Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute.
- 8th grader Yuvi Singh came back to visit Mrs. Ricci’s Social Studies classes! He gave a presentation about the culture of India as the students were studying about the Indus Valley Civilization.
- Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. L. Oliver Robinson, April 5, 10 a.m., Chango
- We’re Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence this May 17, 2025! Save the date for our upcoming Shen Anniversary Celebration! Click here to learn more!
- STEM & Healthy Discovery night is Friday, April 25 at 6pm (click to learn more)!
- Congratulations to our Odyssey of the Mind teams (read more)!
- Middle school students designed and built a city of the future that embodies a solution to an important sustainability issue.
- Mrs. Sansone and Ms. Butera’s 4th graders learning about lacrosse from 2 Albany FireWolves lacrosse players this week.
- Orenda Mindfulness Assembly with Tommie Burch