From Around the Region: McGraw Second-graders Become Published Authors
McGraw second graders in Mrs. Rolewicz’s classroom know what it takes to become published authors!
Together - with the help of their teachers - students created a story that officially turned into a published book. Students collaborated and worked together right down to the smallest details. First, they brainstormed ideas and came up with a topic and theme for their story. ...
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Cortland Third-graders Raising Money to Bring Clean Water to Africa
The third grade classes, at Barry School, are collecting money for the organization Drop in the Bucket.
Drop in the Bucket is an organization that focuses on raising money to bring fresh water to sub-saharan Africa. Although clean water is something people in the United States have regularly available, only half of the population in sub-Saharan Africa has access to clean water. Over 80% of the disease ...
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Meet our Featured Teacher: Lauren Hallman
"There has been a big difference in the culture of Lauren's classroom over the past nine months, as she’s transitioned into becoming more of a facilitator rather than a traditional lecturer."
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Public forum May 8 on Student Data Privacy Law
Because the protection and privacy of student data is paramount, members of the public will have the opportunity to offer input to state education officials on New York’s student data privacy law, Education Law 2-D. Specifically, the state is seeking input on student data privacy and any suggestions for possible additions to the law’s “Parents’ Bill of Rights.”
OCM BOCES will be hosting one of 14 public ...
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From Around the Region: Hannibal CSD Raises Money for Children's Hospital
An annual tradition continued at Fairley Elementary School recently, as students and the school community united to raise money for the Golisano Children’s Hospital.
On a designated day each year, Hannibal students wear their pajamas to school as a fundraiser and to raise awareness of childhood cancer. “Paige’s Pajamarama,” named in honor of a Baldwinsville girl who passed away after ...
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OCM BOCES Hosts American Sign Language Rally
Written by Chris Kulle, Public Information Specialist (CNYRIC)
On Apr. 16, Onondaga-Cortland-Madison (OCM) BOCES and the Central New York Regional Information Center (CNYRIC) partnered to host the American Sign Language (ASL) Rally, held at the OCM BOCES campus. Students and teachers traveled from as far as Gowanda and Cleveland Hill to be part of the event.
The rally provided an opportunity for ASL students to put what they’ve ...
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Meet our Featured Teacher: Jessica Matzke
" When integrating technology into her classroom, Jessica always wants it to be fun and interactive, but she also wants it to 'do more' than simply replace what she already assigns on pencil and paper. "
Jessica ...
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From Around the Region: Solvay Kindergarten Students Combine STEM and the Gingerbread Man
How did the Gingerbread Man cross the river? Students from Solvay Elementary School worked together using their science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and social skills to create an alternative plan for the Gingerbread Man to cross the river without falling in.
Kindergarten students from SES participated in a STEM program as a part of the 21st Century Learning Grant Award . For one of their ...
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From Around the Region: Cortland Students Visit OCM BOCES
It’s never too early to think about your future… and having some hopes and dreams is important to leading a healthy life. All of our junior high students are encouraged to think about their future. School Counselors Penny Pomeroy and Annie Tutino have coordinated with OCM BOCES, to bring the entire 8th grade class to visit McEvoy Career and Technology Center on March 23.
Mrs. Pomeroy said, ...
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OCM BOCES Video Highlights Changes to NYS Learning Standards for 2018
The Onondaga-Cortland-Madison (OCM) BOCES has created a video that focuses on the New York State Learning Standards, discussing their purpose and highlighting some of the changes made to the Learning Standards for 2018. It also touches on how assessments are scored, and what can be done with the data that is compiled.
The New York State Learning Standards serve as guidelines for what students should know (and ...
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Marcellus students craft reusable "Boomerang Bags" for local shoppers
A collaborative sustainability project undertaken by Marcellus students in grades 7-12 culminated this week with the presentation of a “Boomerang Bags” box at Nojaim Brothers Supermarket in the village of Marcellus.
The wooden box, constructed and painted by Marcellus faculty and students, is filled with reusable, fabric shopping bags that were hand-stitched by student and community volunteers. The ...
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Meet our Featured Teacher: Martha Nye
" Martha’s students look forward to the varied learning opportunities and engaging lessons that have been integrated into their daily curriculum. Each student has the opportunity to explore ancient civilizations through educational videos, presentations, and virtual reality experiences. The social studies curriculum is brought to life through investigation, collaboration and innovation in the classroom. " ...
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From Around the Region: South Seneca Serving Locally-grown Food in its Cafeteria
The Seneca County Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) is helping South Seneca cafeterias serve students more local produce through the Farm to School program.
The program began in 2016 and is supported by funding from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets through CCE. A recently secured second round of funding will carry the effort forward for two more years.
Every few months, ...
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From Around the Region: Baker Senior Selected for Prestigious Orchestra
Parker Bruce, a senior at Baker High School, has been invited to perform with the NYO2, a program of the Weill Music Institute of Carnegie Hall. Selection for the orchestra is a significant honor and achievement.
Students complete an intensive two-week residency working with top players from American orchestras. Students also spend a week in Miami Beach with the New World Symphony before performing in a final ...
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Meet our Featured Teacher: Kimberly Kanuck
"By giving students the digital tools to start a project from inception to completion, Kimberly introduced them to entirely new ways of integrating technology into their day-to-day classroom activities. "
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From Around the Region: C-NS students building energy-efficient car for Eco Competition
The Performance Engineering Team at Cicero-North Syracuse High School is a group of ambitious, hard-working students who meet every day after school and work together to build energy-efficient vehicles. This year, the team is designing and constructing a custom-made hydrogen fuel-cell car to compete in the Shell Eco-Marathon in Sonoma, California in April.
The Shell Eco-Marathon is an annual, international competition ...
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CNYRIC's "Beyond the Buzz" Featured in NYSED Newsletter
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) recently featured the CNYRIC's work with one-to-one (1:1) computing in the January 2018 edition of its "NYS Ed Tech Innovators" newsletter.
As part of the CNYRIC's "Beyond the Buzz" series, " An Administrator's Guide to 1:1 Computing " was designed to give school district administrators a in-depth ...
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From Around the Region: Liverpool Students and Staff Participate in Hour of Code
Coding has become one of the most important job skills employers seek in potential workers and it’s a
skill gaining importance in fields beyond technology.
That’s why Liverpool Central School District library media specialists recently introduced their students to the world of computer science as part of Hour of CodeTM activities around the world.
Elementary and middle school ...
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Meet our Featured Teacher - Alaina Weinsztok
"Through the integration of technology into classroom and lab activities, Alaina's students gained invaluable skills that they’ll carry with them well beyond high school. More than simply gaining competence in science and technology, students also developed a deeper understanding of how they can bring public awareness to local concerns by utilizing technology in a polished, professional manner." ...
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CNYRIC to Host Seminar on ADA Accessibility
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards dictate that all electronic and information technology must be accessible to people with disabilities.
Is your website meeting ADA standards? Join us for CNYRIC’s seminar on ADA compliance to find out! We’ll be discussing tips and tricks for accessibility, common mistakes to avoid, and how you or your agency can better comply with ADA standards.
Come learn ...
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