GE House Spirit

Above: GE Staff participate in Faculty Basketball game.
Below: GE Staff wear Hawaiian shirts while participating in a bowling event. Both events raised money for charity.

Career Day

GE School Team 12 will be hosting a career day for upper class GE scholars on April 23, 2009. It will be in the HS commons from 12:00-3:00. Juniors & Seniors have an opportunity to meet potential employers. Several local entrepreneurs as well as Schenectady ARC, Sunmark FCU, Schenectady Fire Department, and other local and municipal agencies will be present. It is a great opportunity for prospective employers and employees to get a head start in the process.

GE Seniors

GE Seniors Dante Shafer and Ryan Zielinski are the varsity baseball captains. They attended the Capital District Big Ten media night on March 24, 2009 representing SHS. They were interviewed by local news outlets– Channels 6, 9, & 10 and treated to a Buffet Dinner.

Key Club

The Key Club raised $350.00 for Muscular Dystrophy by selling shamrocks which were displayed around the Main Office.

JROTC

Eight AFJROTC cadets (Glen Butler, Michael McLean, Andrew Teeluck, Shane Batease, Kaylee Barbalace, Jeff Spring, Kamanzi Munroe, and Alex Rosa) flew with Civil Air Patrol pilots out of Schenectady County Airport. The flights were “fantastic!” Prior to flight all were briefed on flight safety, the aerodynamics of aircraft, takeoff and landing procedures, and some Federal Aviation Administration and runway procedures.

C/Capt Glen Butler, Corps Commander, briefed the area manager, Colonel Chilicott, on unit achievements and goals during our inspection. He is looking forward to returning to Schenectady in 12-18 months for the evaluation!

Naytia Robinson and Michael McLean attended Leadership Challenge Weekend at Norwich University, Vermont. The training was fun, intense, and all too short before it was time to head back to Schenectady High. Great experience for both!!!

The unit performed a Change of Command 20 March – C/Capt Glen Butler passed the banner of command responsibility to C/2Lt Andrew Rosa. Glen Butler, Michael Gonzalez, Andrew Rosa, Michael McLean, Marcel Parsons, and Devin Berman-Weatherby attended the Rensselear Polytechnic Institute Drill Meet 21 March. Interaction with college students and cadets, observing the drill and fitness competition made for a Saturday well spent!

Rapper Shawn Mims

Rapper, Shawn Mims, was on hand to entertain students while they ate lunch on March 26, 2009.

2nd Annual Black History Night Celebration

On February 26, 2009, Associate Superintendent, Mr. Gary Comley welcomed students, their families, and members of the community to celebrate Black History Night. Mr. Wes Holloway, Vice President of Diversity was the featured speaker. Performances were provided by the Schenectady High School Step Team, students of Mr. Gleason on the Diembre Drums, Ameya Johnson reciting a Langston Hughes poem, Kathryn Cooper reciting a poem by Maya Angelou, the Hamilton Hills Arts Center Steel Drum Band, Creative Expressions, and the SHS Inspiration Choir. A great selection of foods to sample afterwards were donated by teachers and community members.

Great Job to GE Students

Julian Delgado and Nicholas Ottati! Both were recognized as YMCA Outstanding Student Achievers for their hard work and dedication to volunteerism and leadership in their community.

Stephanie Alston Nero

Poet, Artist, and Historical Activist Stephanie Alston Nero visited SHS during Black History month to continue her work in bringing the heart to American History. Several GE students and staff participated in the workshop. She shared short films that explore race, class, stereotypes and issues around slavery. Thanks to all those who participated in this event.

GE College Visit

GE Students attending college visit at the College of St. Rose on March 3, 2009.

GE Senior Samara Bulter

Samara Bulter was selected for the Girls Section II All-tournament team. In addition, she was invited to play in the exceptional seniors’ game between the Big Ten Seniors and the Suburban Counsel Seniors. Samara is proudly sporting a t-shirt with the name of the college she has decided to attend- the College of St. Rose! Congratulations Samara!

Consider a Donation

The FACS Department would like the thank the following people for their generous donations: Judith Beeble, Claire Covey, Patricia DeQuoy, Jane Baldauf, Cecilia Horn, Dan & Katy Leonard, and Roxana Hunziker. We are still seeking donations of old magazines like “Better Homes and Gardens” and silverware. To donate contact Mrs. Lori Rosamino at (518) 370-8191 or Mrs. Kris Foote at footek@schenectady.k12.ny.us.