Friday, January 1st, 2021-Happy New Year, Atoms! In observance of  New Year's Day, there will be no school on Friday, January 1^st, 2021. Classes will resume on Monday, January 4^th, 2021. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy new year.

Saturday, December 26th, 2020—Are you up for the Winter Break Challenge? You are in luck, as Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship invites you and your family to participate in a fun (optional) game of BINGO. How do you play? Over winter recess, students and their families can complete the activities on the BINGO board. As like regular BINGO, the object is to get five squares in-a-row and then shout, BINGO! This version of BINGO is similar, but with a twist. Complete the activities on the board to get five in-a-row, and take a picture of the completed activity or participation of the activity. Please click here to view the BINGO board.

We hope you have a wonderful, healthy and safe Winter Recess. Enjoy this time to rest, recharge and relax. We look forward to seeing you in 2021!

Hello SANY families,

As we get ready to celebrate the holiday season with family and loved ones that are near and dear to us, I wanted to take a brief moment to reflect on all that has happened this past year. A year that none of us will forget, but more importantly how we all united together and were able to conquer herculean obstacles that were presented each day. To say that I am proud of our students, teachers, faculty and staff is an understatement. This year reminds me greatly that we are many Atoms, one family.

Indeed, 2020 will be a year for the history books: the global pandemic, its impact on our daily lives, the educational structure, tragic loss of life, and sacrifices made by so many of our front-line heroes. Much will be written about this time period in our lives, but for me and for SANY, here is what I will remember.

Earlier this year somehow, some way, you all found a way to rise to the occasion and rally through these difficult times. From adapting, overcoming and evolving to a new style of learning and educational system, to working tirelessly in the face of great unknown to persevering through periods of tremendous uncertainty. You did all of this with great success not only in your professional lives but your personal lives, as well.

Despite the many challenges this year faced, there were glimmers of hope that shined through the darkness. Earlier this month vaccines arrived and are being administered to those who needed it the most in New York state. Many of our front-line heroes throughout the country are receiving the first round of the vaccine, with promise that others will be able to receive the vaccine soon.

Earlier this month, SANY announced the approval of Citizenship and Science Academy of Rochester, with a projected opening in September 2021. It is with all of your valiant hard work, dedication and commitment that we are able to bring our successful model of STEM education to the citizens of Rochester, New York.

Someday, when we look back at this period and reflect upon how we lived through these challenging times, I will always be reminded that it was because each and every one of our Atoms, their families, teachers, faculty and staff. Many Atoms, one family. We wish you a very happy holiday!

Sincerely,

Dr. Tolga Hayali
SANY Superintendent

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020—There is snow place like home for Winter Recess! Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship school will have a half day on Wednesday, December 23^rd. There will be no school on Thursday, December 24^th through Friday, January 1^st, 2021. Enjoy this long weekend, Atoms! We'll see you next year.

Tuesday, December 22nd, 2020—Looking for a fun and family friendly winter activity? Come check out Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship school’s Winter Wonderland extravaganza. Drive through a path of bright lights, listen to the music play and say hi to your favorite teachers. You can also bring a canned good to donate to our Can & Food Drive to help benefit the Food Bank of Central New York. Please see the details below, and we hope you can join us.

Winter Wonderland Event Details

• Date: Tuesday, December 22nd
• Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
• Location: SAS Citizenship (301 Valley Drive - on your car rider side, Newell St.).
• Cost: FREE - Can bring a canned good to donate to our Can & Food Drive  to benefit the Food Bank of CNY.
• Misc.: Please remain in your car and stay in line to ensure the safety of staff and families.

Dear Citizenship Academy parents and guardians, due to inclement weather conditions, Citizenship Academy building is closed on Thursday, December 17th, 2020. Students are expected to attend classes remotely. Stay safe SASC Atoms.

Important Reminder for Families:

For the 2020-21 school year, should the Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship Charter School close for snow days or due to inclement weather, those days will be REMOTE learning days for all students. No in person learning will occur, but students will be expected to attend classes virtually. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school directly!

Administration
Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship

Monday, December 7th, 2020—Lend a hand, and give a can as the Syracuse Academy of Science and Citizenship school hosts its annual Can & Food Drive to benefit the Food Bank of CNY. This contactless event kicks-off on Monday, December 7th. Please see the details below. Together we CAN do it!

• Dates: 12/07 - 12/22
• Time & Days: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
• Benefits: The Food Bank of CNY
• Contactless Drop Off Location: 301 Valley Drive, Syracuse, NY 13207. Please enter by the main office off of Keen Place. When let in, please drop off in the boxes provided by the doors.

**After dropping off items, help yourself to a book from the box to keep and to add to your at home library! **

Wednesday, November 25th, 2020—In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday there will be no school on Wednesday, November 25th through Friday, November 27th. School will resume on Monday, November 30th.

We are thankful for all of our incredible students, teachers and community. Enjoy this long weekend, Atoms!

SANY in collaboration with Chartwells has developed a [contactless drive through] meal service that will allow students greater access to food while at home.

Please see below for pickup times at each school over the Thanksgiving Break Closure.

Any questions about pick ups, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Who Qualifies

• All students enrolled in SANY Schools are eligible to participate.
• All children 18 or younger are eligible to participate.
• Children do not need to be enrolled in SANY Schools to participate.
• All students are eligible to pick up meals at their enrolled site.

Registration and Pickup
To participate, parents/guardians can pre-register for the following week directly at the pickup locations a week in advance. All you need to do is let the staff at the pick-up location know how many meals you want to pick up the following week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

PICK-UP Locations and times:

• SAS Elementary - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 9 am- 11 am
• SAS Citizenship - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 10 am - 12 pm
• SAS Middle School - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 10 am - 12 pm
• SAS High - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 10 am - 12 pm
• UAS Elementary/High - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 9 am - 11 am
• UAS Middle School - 11/24, 12/1, 12/3 10am – 12pm

Cost
Meals are free for all children up to 18 years old.