School Closure Extended to May 15

Thursday, April 16, 2020—Governor Cuomo has announced that NY Pause will remain in effect until May 15. The Science Academies of New York will remain closed until May 15, 2020.  This includes all extra-curricular activities. Stay safe and healthy, Atoms.

New York State Cancels Elementary & Intermediate State Assessments

Friday, March 20, 2020—Official Statement from New York State Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa
 
The school closures caused by Novel Coronavirus are unprecedented and so, we have to make unprecedented decisions for our students. The administrations of the 2020 elementary- and intermediate-level State assessments have been suspended for the remainder of this school year.
 
This suspension for the remainder of the school year applies to the following New York State testing programs:
- New York State Grades 3-8 English Language Arts Test;
- New York State Grades 3-8 Mathematics Test;
- New York State Grade 4 Elementary-Level Science Test;
- New York State Grade 8 Intermediate-Level Science Test;
- New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT) in Grades K-12; and
- New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) for students with severe cognitive disabilities in Grades 3-8 and high school.

Link to Full Article 

Schedule Change for Syracuse Chromebook Distribution

Wednesday, March 17, 2020—Due to a high volume of Chromebook requests, we are canceling the Thursday, March 19th, pick-up time in order to prepare more devices.

We have scheduled two pick-up time slots for Friday, March 20th, to better accommodate our parent’s schedules. We will be handing out devices between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. This will be the last opportunity for parents to pick up a device as school buildings will be closed through April 13.

Due to a limited supply, Chromebooks will only be provided to parents/students who do not have access to a device at home. Please complete the Internet and Device Access survey before coming to the SAS High School. Survey Link -> sascs.org/survey

For everyone's safety, we have a drive-up pickup system. No one is allowed inside of the building, so please be patient. We appreciate our staff for their dedication and our parents for their patience as we navigate this transition.

Sincerely, 
SANY Administration

Utica Grab & Go Meals Distribution Plan

Wednesday, March 18, 2020—Utica Academy of Science Middle School, located at 1214 Lincoln Ave, Utica, NY 13502, is a Grab & Go Meal Pick-Up Location. Meals are available between the hours of 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Child(ren) must be present to pick up a meal, and the meal is free of charge. Any child under the age of 18 in the city of Utica can pick up a meal. Please use the front side entrance of the Utica Academy of Science Middle School to pick up the grab & go meal, not the rear entrance as previously stated.

In addition, the following UCSD meal locations are open to all children under the age of 18 in the City of Utica, including UAS scholars. 

Proctor High School
Donovan Middle School
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Albany Elementary
Columbus Elementary
Conkling Elementary
General Herkimer Elementary
John F. Hughes Elementary
Hugh R. Jones Elementary
Jefferson Elementary
Kernan Elementary
Martin Luther King Elementary
Watson Williams Elementary

Syracuse Technology & Meal Drive-Thru Plan

Tuesday, March 17, 2020Syracuse Academy of Science High School, located at 1001 Park Avenue, Syracuse, is the pick-up point for meal and technology for the SANY District Syracuse locations. We have implemented a drive-thru policy for families for pick-ups. The purpose of this measure is to practice recommended social distancing. 

Technology: Pick up Park Avenue (Main Entrance)

    • Families, please drive up to the Park Avenue (Main Door) Entrance
    • A staff member will greet you at your car. You do not need to leave your vehicle.
    • A staff member will verify if you have completed the internet availability survey. If the survey is not complete, we will ask you to do so at that time.
    • A staff member will bring you a contract to sign with an already identified Chromebook assignment.
    • Parent and student read and sign contract
    • Chromebook is released w/ charger
  • Important Notice—A parent must be present for device pick-up
  • Pick-up Times—3/18, 3/19, 3/20 between 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

 

LunchPick up Lakeview Avenue (Gym Entrance)

    • Families, please drive up to the Lakeview Avenue (Gym Door) Entrance
    • A staff member will greet you at your car. You do not need to leave your vehicle.
    • Breakfast/lunches will only be provided for those children 18-and-under who are in the vehicle as you arrive.
    • Staff will bring meals out to the vehicle

  • Important Notice—Students 18 years and younger can walk up to the Lakeview entrance to pick up a grab and go meal. We ask that you practice social distancing while waiting in line.
  • Pick-up Times—Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., until April 13th. Subject to change.  

 

If parents need to pick up both technology and food, you can stop at one location, drive around the building to the second location. Our staff will be outside to assist with the flow of traffic. Students are not permitted to enter the building during this time

SANY Action Plan for Utica Area Schools During Closure

Tuesday, March 17, 2020—As you know, we are facing an unprecedented public health crisis in our state. As recommended by state and local public health authorities, schools were closed starting Monday, March 16, 2020 and we have transitioned to our distance learning plan. 

We recognize that this disruption has an impact on our students, families, and staff. We know that this exceptional moment has prompted questions which we will continue to address.

Nutrition Services

The Utica Academy of Science will provide free Grab & Go breakfast and free bagged lunch to all school-aged children in the City of Utica. Students are encouraged and able to utilize this service. 

Starting Wednesday, March 18, meals will be available for pick-up Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. at the cafeteria entrance in the rear of the building of the following location:

  • Utica Academy of Science Middle School, 1214 Lincoln Ave. Utica, NY 13502

Online Learning

The Utica Academy of Science is committed to the educational experience of your child. During the school closure, we will transition to online learning. All of our students have daily access to instructional notes, assignments, assessments, and virtual instruction, from their classroom teacher via their google classroom.

Chromebook Pick-Up

For those students who DO NOT have any device, we will open the doors of our buildings for students to pick up a Chromebook during the following time-frames.

Times:
Tuesday, March 17—9 a.m and 12 p.m.
Wednesday, March 18—9 a.m and 12 p.m.
Thursday, March 19—9 a.m and 12 p.m.

Location: 
Utica Academy of Science High School, 160 School Lane, Frankfort, NY 13340
Utica Academy of Science Middle School, 1214 Lincoln Ave. Utica, NY 13502

 

Internet Survey
Before obtaining a device, we ask that you respond to this brief survey to help our school gather information related to internet access and the availability of technology in your home.

➡ Survey Link

 

Events & After-School Programs

In order to minimize the opportunity for persons to contract and/or spread the Novel Coronavirus(COVID-19), please be reminded that -- all events and after-school programs are canceled until at least April 20. This includes school-sponsored participation in community events. 

 

Talking with your Children about COVID-19

As public conversations around coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increase, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. CDC has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html

 

We will maintain a continuous flow of information. Please follow our websites, social media, and ensure that we have your correct contact information in Schooltool. We want to express our appreciation for the patience of our SANY community as we work through the daily challenges COVID-19 has presented to all of us. We will miss having you and your children in our schools, and we look forward to your return!

 

SANY Action Plan for Syracuse Area Schools During Closure

Monday, March 16, 2020—As you know, we are facing an unprecedented public health crisis in our state. As recommended by state and local public health authorities, schools will be closed as of 4 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2020, and we will transition to our distance learning plan. 

We recognize that this disruption has an impact on our students, families, and staff. We know that this exceptional moment has prompted questions which we will continue to address.

Nutrition Services

The Syracuse City School District will provide free Grab & Go breakfast and free bagged lunch to all school-aged children in the City of Syracuse. Science Academies of New York students are encouraged and able to utilize this service. 

Starting Tuesday, March 17, meals will be available for pick-up Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m. at the main entrance of each of the following locations:

  • Syracuse Academy of Science High School, 1001 Park Avenue, Syracuse NY 13204 (Gym Doors) 
  • Bellevue Elementary School, 530 Stolp Ave, Syracuse, NY 13207
  • Henninger HS, 600 Robinson Street, Syracuse, NY 13206
  • Peace Inc. East, 202 Beech St., Syracuse, NY 13210
  • Brighton Academy Middle School, 309 W. Brighton Ave, Syracuse, NY 13205
  • Huntington PK-8, 400 Sunnycrest Rd., Syracuse, NY 13206
  • Peace Inc. West, 200 Wyoming St., Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Burnet Park, Coleridge & Grand Ave., Syracuse, NY 13204
  • HW Smith PK-8, 1130 Salt Springs Road, Syracuse, NY 13224
  • People’s AME Zion Church, 2306 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY 13205
  • Central Library, 447 S. Salina, Syracuse, NY 13202
  • ITC HS, 258 East Adams St., Syracuse, NY 13202
  • Porter Elementary School, 512 Emerson Ave., Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Clary Middle School, 100 Amidon Dr., Syracuse, NY 13205
  • LeMoyne Elementary School, 1528 LeMoyne Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208
  • PSLA @ Fowler, 227 Magnolia Street, Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Corcoran HS, 919 Glenwood Ave., Syracuse, NY 13207
  • Lincoln Middle School, 1613 James St., Syracuse, NY 13203
  • Salem Hyde Elementary School, 450 Durston Ave., Syracuse, NY 13203
  • Delaware Primary School, 900 S. Geddes Street, Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Mary Nelson Youth Center, 2849 S. Salina St. Syracuse, NY 13205
  • Seymour Elementary School, 108 Shonnard Street, Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Dr. Weeks Elementary School, 710 Hawley Ave., Syracuse, NY 13203
  • McKinley-Brighton Elementary School, 141 W. Newell Street, Syracuse, NY 13205
  • STEAM @ Dr King Elementary School, 416 E. Raynor Ave., Syracuse, NY 13202
  • Ed Smith PK-8, 1106 Lancaster Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210
  • Meachem Elementary School, 171 Spaulding Ave, Syracuse, NY 13205
  • Syracuse Latin School, 345 Jamesville Ave., Syracuse, NY 13210
  • Franklin Elementary School, 428 S. Alvord St., Syracuse, NY 13208
  • Nottingham HS, 3100 E. Genesee St., Syracuse, NY 13224
  • Van Duyn Elementary School, 401 Loomis Ave., Syracuse, NY 13207
  • Frazer PK-8 School, 741 Park Ave., Syracuse, NY 13204
  • Payton Temple, 1816 Midland Ave., Syracuse, NY 13205
  • Webster Elementary School, 500 Wadsworth Street, Syracuse, NY 13208
  • Westcott Community Center, 826 Euclid Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210

Online Learning

The Syracuse Academy of Science is committed to the educational experience of your child. During the school closure, we will transition to online learning. All of our students have daily access to instructional notes, assignments, assessments, and virtual instruction, from their classroom teacher via their google classroom.

Chromebook Pick-Up

For those students who DO NOT have any device, we will open the doors of SAS High School located at 1001 Park Avenue, for students to pick up a Chromebook during the following time-frames. 

Times: Wednesday, March 18—10 a.m and 12 p.m.
Thursday, March 19—10 a.m and 12 p.m.
Friday, March 20 —10 a.m and 12 p.m.

Location: Syracuse Academy of Science High School, 1001 Park Ave. Syracuse, NY 13204

Internet Survey

Before obtaining a device, we ask that you respond to this brief survey to help our school gather information related to internet access and the availability of technology in your home.

➡ Survey Link


Events & After-School Programs

In order to minimize the opportunity for persons to contract and/or spread the Novel Coronavirus(COVID-19), please be reminded that -- all events and after-school programs are canceled until at least April 20. This includes school-sponsored participation in community events. 

Talking with your Children about COVID-19

As public conversations around coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) increase, children may worry about themselves, their family, and friends getting ill with COVID-19. Parents, family members, school staff, and other trusted adults can play an important role in helping children make sense of what they hear in a way that is honest, accurate, and minimizes anxiety or fear. CDC has created guidance to help adults have conversations with children about COVID-19 and ways they can avoid getting and spreading the disease.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html

We will maintain a continuous flow of information. Please follow our websites, social media, and ensure that we have your correct contact information in Schooltool. We want to express our appreciation for the patience of our SANY community as we work through the daily challenges COVID-19 has presented to all of us. We will miss having you and your children in our schools, and we look forward to your return!

Syracuse Academy & Citizenship Academy Suspends Classes Monday 3/16

Monday, March 16, 2020—Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon has announced that due to the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Onondaga County, all schools in the County, including the Syracuse Academy of Science, will be closed at the conclusion of school TODAY, Monday, March 16, 2020. There will be no after school activities today. Additional information regarding nutrition services and online learning will be sent out later today. Please check back for additional updates. 

 

SANY Internet & Device Access Survey

Sunday, March 15, 2020—Dear parent or guardian,

Science Academies of New York students will continue their education online while being away from school during this closure. We ask that you respond to this brief survey to help our school gather information related to internet access and the availability of technology in your home. If you have more than one child attending our school, please complete a form for each child. If you already completed the form, you don't need to complete it again.

SAS Survey  

UAS Survey 

CA Survey 

 

Sincerely,

SANY Administration Team

Syracuse Academy of Science & Citizenship Academy Suspend Classes

Sunday, March 15, 2020—Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon has announced that all schools in the County, including the Syracuse Academy of Science Charter School will be closed at the conclusion of school on Friday, March 20, 2020.  Should a positive test for COVID-19 come back before Friday all schools will close on Wednesday, March 18th.

More information will be forthcoming regarding online academic offerings and food service.

Utica Academy of Science Suspends Classes

Saturday, March 14, 2020—Effective immediately, Oneida County Executive, Anthony J. Picente, Jr. declared a state of emergency for the county due to ongoing concerns related to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). In response, all component school districts in the Oneida-Herkimer-Madison BOCES, including the Utica Academy of Science Charter School, will be closed beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, through Monday, April 13, 2020. The school will reopen on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. All 12-month employees, building deans, school counselors, student affairs officers, and behavior specialists will continue to work during this closure, barring any further direction.

Stay safe, UAS Atoms.

Spectrum Offers Free High-Speed Internet

Friday, March 13, 2020—Spectrum announced Friday it will offer free high-speed internet service and Wi-Fi for 60 days to households with students as many schools and colleges temporarily close or switch to online classes because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Starting Monday, March 16, the Charter Communications-owned company will offer free Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with children in grades K-12 or in college who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription at any service level up to 100 Mbps, the company said.

Families can call (844) 488-8395 to enroll. Installation fees will be waived for new student households, the company said.

False Claim COVID-19

Thursday, March 12, 2020—It has come to our attention that a story is circulating on Social Media that there was a case of Coronavirus in one of our schools. This claim is based on false information. SANY school district, which includes Syracuse, Citizenship, and Utica Academies of Science, have no cases of Coronavirus.

We have been in direct communication with the State and the County Health Department and have contingency plans in place if a member of our school community comes in contact with the Coronavirus. If there is a confirmed case in one of our districts, as well as the Syracuse City and Utica City School Districts, we will close the school, inform the community and take necessary measures to protect our Scholars and Families.

Citizenship Academy and Syracuse Academy of Science were closed yesterday, 3/11/20, due to a scheduled faculty in-service day. All of our staff participated in mandatory staff training, as stated on our school calendar.

All scheduled District activities (including but not limited to field trips, school-wide events, and athletics) are being held as planned, as per the County Health Department. As this situation continues to evolve, circumstances may change and warrant postponements or cancellations. Updates to this guidance will be distributed via email, posted on the district website, and/or communicated via our mass notification system.

Superintendent of Science Academies of New York
Dr. Tolga Hayali

District Developing Contingency Plans

Thursday, March 12, 2020—Syracuse Academy of Science administrators are continuing to closely monitor guidance from local, state and federal officials on school district operations as it relates to COVID-19.

With Governor Andrew Cuomo’s March 12 announcement that New York state is banning all gatherings of more than 500 people, not including regular school instruction, school administrators are meeting to review upcoming events and to develop contingency plans in the event that the district is forced to cancel more events or activities or close a school.

At this time, there are no suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the school district, Onondaga County, or Oneida County. If there is a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the district, all members of the school community will be notified.

On March 9, the New York State Department of Health and New York State Department of Education released guidance that states if a student or staff member is diagnosed with COVID-19, the state Department of Health requires an initial 24-hour closure of the school to assess the situation and develop a plan to as to any further required closure or other necessary precautions.

In the event that health officials direct the district to close, administrators are developing plans to continue instruction and other critical administrative and student services.

The district will continue to update the community via the district website with any new information.

Any time-sensitive, critical information will be shared via the district’s SchoolMessenger notification system, which sends email, text message and phone call notifications, depending upon how parents subscribed to the system.

District monitoring COVID-19 at local, state and national levels

While Science Academies of New York does not have a confirmed case of COVID-19, caused by the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) in our schools, district officials are aware of concerns in the community about the spread of this relatively new virus.

The district is closely monitoring this situation and following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), the Onondaga County Department of Health and the New York State Education Department.

Based on recent reports, COVID-19 is not actively circulating in Onondaga County or Oneida County at this time.

If the district becomes aware that an SAS, CA, or UAS student or staff member is diagnosed with COVID-19, it will immediately notify staff and parents/guardians. If a student or staff member shows respiratory symptoms, the district will follow its current practices for handling respiratory illnesses, subject to any additional guidance forthcoming.

The district has infectious disease protocols in place and has been taking steps, such as cleaning and disinfecting throughout its schools, to minimize the spread of viruses and a variety of other illnesses.

There are a number of steps that students, staff and community members can take to minimize the spread of all respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, according to the state Department of Health:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Heavily soiled hands should be washed.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

If you or a family member begin showing symptoms of a respiratory disease and suspect it may be COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider. Before going to your healthcare provider’s office, inform them that a case of COVID-19 is suspected, and follow their advice.

The district will continue to share information as it becomes available on the district website. Any time-sensitive, critical information will be shared via the district’s SchoolMessenger notification system, which sends email, text message and phone call notifications, depending upon how parents subscribed to the system.

Health officials urge public to take precautions against the spread of viruses

Health officials, elected leaders and school officials are urging the public to take precautions against the spread of seasonal influenza, or flu, and a new virus that has recently been detected in humans—2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCov).

Confirmed influenza cases were first reported to the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) in October and have been steadily on the rise since. Health officials also are monitoring the spread of 2019-nCov, which originated in China and has spread to a number of countries, including the United States.

“While we do not have a confirmed case of the novel coronavirus in the state, we are continuing to take every necessary precaution to protect New Yorkers from this dangerous virus,” New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo said on Feb. 7. “I also want to remind New Yorkers they are more likely to be exposed to the influenza virus than the coronavirus and urge everyone to take common-sense precautions to protect against both, such as regular hand washing and avoiding close contact with people who are sick.”

The coronavirus, which can lead to fever, cough and trouble breathing or shortness of breath, has not been found in humans before, according to a joint release from the NYSDOH and the state Education Department (SED). Health officials believe the coronavirus probably spreads from animals to humans and from person-to-person, but it’s not yet clear how easily it spreads from person-to-person.

The coronavirus is not actively circulating among New Yorkers at this time, according to the NYSDOH and SED release. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers the coronavirus to be a serious public health concern and is studying it to better understand how it spreads and causes illness. There currently is not a vaccine for the virus.

Precautionary measures

The New York State Department of Health (DOH) recommends the following ways to minimize the spread of all respiratory viruses, including 2019-nCoV:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing. If you use a tissue, throw it in the trash.
  • Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

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