End of Q2 Progress Report: 12/13/24

January Regents Exams: 1/21/25 - 1/24/25

End of Q2: 1/24/25

End of Q3 Progress Report: 3/7/25

End of Q3: 4/4/25

End of Q4 Progress Report: 5/16/25

June Regents Exams: 6/10/25, 6/11/25, 6/17/25, 6/18/25, 6/20/25-6/25/25

End of Q4: 6/16/25

Inclement weather will soon be upon us!

Please be sure to follow our one and two hour delay schedules below.

Driver Education Course

The WSWHE BOCES will be offering a 48-hour non-credit program designed to educate students on appropriate driving skills and habits as well as playing a responsible role in the highway transportation/safety system. In addition to the classroom, there will be 24 hours of concurrent in-car instruction (6 hours behind the wheel and 18 hours of observation). Successful completion of this course may satisfy the 5-hour pre-licensing course requirement. More information can be found on the flyer below:

Want to Become a Lifeguard?

The Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services has announced a FREE American Red Cross Lifeguard training opportunity. There will be 20 slots available for people ages 15 - 17 years old to obtain lifeguard certification and become employable for the 2025 summer season!

Prerequisite swims will be scheduled for December 7, 2024 and January 5, 2025 with a tentative 3rd pre-requisite swim scheduled for March 15, 2025 (all from 9 am - 11 am), at the Saratoga Springs Branch YMCA, 290 West Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Completion of one of these is required prior to being accepted into one of the following classes:

• Winter I: January 2nd – 4th, 2025 (Thursday - Saturday 9 am – 6 pm.) Musts complete the pre-requisite swim on December 7th in order to be eligible for sponsorship participation.
• Winter II: February 17th -19th, 2025 (Monday - Wednesday 9 am – 6 pm.)

• Spring I: April 14th -16th, 2025 (Monday - Wednesday 9 am – 6 pm.)

For more information, and to register, please use this link.

Volunteer at The Way!

Raise money for your class by volunteering at The Way (a gently used clothing store located at 17 Ferry St. in Schuylerville). More information can be found below:

• Students may work Friday 3 pm - 5 pm, Saturday 9 am - 11 am, or Saturday 11 am - 1 pm
• Two to four students at a time can sign up for a 2-hr shift using Signup Genius
• Volunteer hours will be tracked at the store
• For every student who works 2 hours, The Way will donate $5 to the class they are representing
• The Way will tally up the amount, and donate the money to the school once per quarter

Career Exploration

Looking to discover how your interests can relate to further education and potential career paths? Use Career Coach, a free service provided by SUNY Adirondack for our community. Within this platform, you have the opportunity to take a career assessment, learn about current job opportunities, and explore various educational opportunities that can lead to the career of your dreams!

Pre-College Programs

Lehigh University Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI)

• This is a four-week, immersive, experiential learning opportunity for high school students to develop skills in entrepreneurship, leadership, and global citizenship. More information can be found here.

Georgetown University Pre-College Online Program

• This online pre-college program helps students ages 13+ explore their interests in a variety of areas. Available subjects include: anatomy and physiology, business and marketing, journalism and media, law, leadership, medicine and surgery, nursing, government, psychology, and much more. Further information can be found here.

• Courses are designed for high school students ages 13+ who would like to explore various subject areas before college. These courses feature engaging videos by Rochester faculty and access to mentors. The program is available year-round and the online format allows for students to study anywhere, anytime, and at any pace. More information can be found here.

Carnegie Mellon University: Pre-College Programs

• Carnegie Mellon offers students unique and hands-on educational programs from the fine arts to technology and everything in between. Through these programs, rising juniors and seniors are provided with the opportunity to experience a world-class education on a beautiful, vibrant college campus. The programs also prepare students for the upcoming college experience, help them narrow their career focus, and build critical knowledge and skills. Please find more information here.

Oxbridge Academic Programs

• Summer programs in Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, Barcelona, and New York are designed to provide students with the opportunity to challenge themselves intellectually while being immersed in new cultures. Programs are offered in various locations and interested students have the opportunity to apply for scholarships based on financial need and academic merit. Please find more information here.

• Students ages 13+ may explore their interests through a variety of online programs. These programs range from neuroscience and medicine to computer science to social entrepreneurship. Students are able to learn at their own pace through videos. More information can be found here.

• Students 14-18 years of age will have an opportunity to learn new skills, get hands-on experience, and produce content for their scholastic portfolio or pursue a career in photography, filmmaking or book arts & design. There will be a virtual open house on December 13th at 7 pm. More information can be found here.

Big Future Scholarships: beginning in December, 10th and 11th graders may qualify for $500 and $40,000 scholarships from BigFuture®! These scholarships are open to all students, with no GPA, test score, essay, income, or citizenship requirements. Every month, the College Board will award scholarships to students who take steps toward their career and the education they need to reach it. Please find more information here.

Financial Aid

The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is officially open for students and family members. The online FAFSA form is available at fafsa.gov. Federal Student Aid will be processing FAFSA submissions immediately and sending them to schools.

Wondering how to start the process?

1. Get Your FSA ID: the student and parent(s) should sign up for a StudentAid.gov account, more commonly known as an FSA ID, as soon as possible. It may take several days to be approved for an FSA ID, so this should done at least a few days before planning to tackle the FAFSA.
2. Find FAFSA Help: there is a lot of help available if assistance is needed. One great source for Federal Student Aid’s latest guides and resources can be found here.

Scholarship Information

Applying for scholarships can certainly feel overwhelming; however, scholarships can help to lower the cost of tuition and reduce the amount of loans. See below for some additional information as you begin applying for scholarships (source: Siena College):
1. Start Your Search Early: Scholarships have deadlines that can come quickly, so it’s important to start your search early. Get yourself organized by making a list of any scholarships you may be eligible for and make note of the deadline!
2. Use Online Scholarship Search Tools: Scholarship sites offer searchable databases for filtering based on your interests, background, and academic achievements. Some to check out are ...

• Sallie Mae Scholarship: This tool offers access to over 6 million scholarships worth more than $30 billion. Plus, it’s free to use!
• Fastweb: Fastweb personalizes scholarship matches based on your profile, saving you hours of research.
• Niche: Helps you discover scholarships tailored to your interests and strengths with an easy-to-use platform. ​​​​​​

3. Focus on What Makes You Unique: A lot of scholarships are directed specific groups, (ie: students interested in STEM, athletes, artists, or those with unique backgrounds). There are also scholarships for first-generation college students and those involved in community service. Think about what makes you stand out and use those traits to narrow your search.
4. Stay Organized: Applications often require materials, such as transcripts, recommendation letters, essays, and resumes. Create a dedicated area to keep all your materials in one place.
5. Don’t Ignore Small Scholarships: While a $500 scholarship may not seem like much, they add up quickly. Plus, smaller scholarships tend to have fewer applicants, increasing your chances of winning. Apply for as many as you can.
6. Watch Out for Scams: Unfortunately, not every scholarship is legitimate. Avoid any that require application fees or ask for sensitive personal information like your Social Security number upfront. Be sure to always read the fine print.

Scholarships
Ready to start applying for scholarships? Take a look at the current scholarships that are open and accepting applications:

The Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship / Internship Program: this program will provide selected high school seniors with a scholarship up to $40,000 for college and internship opportunities at Amazon. Learn more information here. Deadline: December 19, 2024

TCT Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program

1. Visit tctfcu.org to download an application. The student will need to contact the credit union directly to obtain a credit union verification code to verify eligibility.
2. Complete the application form and required essay and obtain the required transcripts, along with the signature of a parent or guardian.
3. Application materials must be submitted online no later than January 17, 2025.

Saratoga's Community Federal Credit Union: eligible applicants must be planning to enroll in a two or four-year accredited institution for the first time in the fall of 2025; scholarships awarded may range from $500 to $1,500. Application can be found here. Deadline: January 17, 2025

Equitable Excellence Scholarship: eligible applicants must demonstrate ambition and self-drive to be a force for good in school, community or work activities. Application can be found here. Deadline: December 18, 2024

The Grishkot Foundation Scholarships:

1. The Walter Grishkot Memorial Scholarship is for area high school graduates and college students enrolled in the study of aviation, aeronautics or related fields.
2. The Joan Grishkot Memorial Scholarship is for those enrolled in the study of nursing. Undergraduate premedical and graduate medical studies are not eligible.

Eligible applicants must be a resident of Warren, Washington, or Saratoga County and should apply online. Deadline: March 1, 2025

The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship: eligible applicants must be a graduating senior, a US citizen, present evidence of financial need, demonstrate a record of academic excellence as well as leadership potential, and plan to attend a 4-year college. Please find more information here and on the flyer below. Deadline: January 9, 2025

MMB Accounting Diversity Scholarship: eligible applicants must identify with an ethnic minority, have applied to or currently attend a college in NYS offering an accounting program that would lead the student to licensure as a CPA, and have accounting as their major field of study. Please find more information here. Deadline: April 30, 2025

Cyber Service Academy (CSA) Scholarship Program: eligible applicants must be enrolled at a NCAE-C-designated institution in a program related to cybersecurity, information assurance, or computer science. This scholarship will provide full tuition and support for students pursuing degrees in cybersecurity, in exchange for service in the DoD or Intelligence Community after graduation. More information is available here and a list of all eligible NCAE-C designated schools can be found here.

Keuka College Instant Decision Week

Keuka College will be hosting an Instant Decision Week from December 16th through December 19th. Students will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor, have their college application reviewed, explore scholarship opportunities of up to $28,000 per year, and receive an instant admission decision—all in a single online session. Appointments are available , from 5 to 9 p.m. EST. Please use the links below to RSVP for your preferred date.

• RSVP for Monday, December 16.
• RSVP for Tuesday, December 17.
• RSVP for Wednesday, December 18.
• RSVP for Thursday, December 19.

Upcoming SAT/ACT Testing Information

The SAT and the ACT will be offered on the following (Saturday) National testing dates during the 2024-2025 school year. The cost of the SAT is $68. The ACT has a basic fee of $55.50, with an optional writing test (cost with writing is $70.25). If the cost of these tests presents a hardship, you may be eligible for a fee waiver. Please check with Mrs. Rust or Mrs. O'Brien.

SAT Test Dates (Registration Information)

March 8, 2025 (February 21, 2025)

May 3, 2025 (April 18, 2025)

June 7, 2025 (May 22, 2025)

**Be sure to take advantage of free Official SAT Practice at Khan Academy®. Become more confident on test day by taking practice test!

ACT Test Dates (Registration Information)

February 8, 2025 (January 3, 2025)

April 5, 2025 (February 28, 2025)

June 14, 2025 (May 9, 2025)

July 12, 2025 (June 6, 2025)*

*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.

New Visions Programs

If you are interested in exploring a one year pre-college program in the field of Engineering or Health Careers Exploration, please see your counselor immediately!! The New Visions programs offer an academically rigorous program for the college bound senior. Representatives from each program will be visiting our school on February 11th at 1:10 pm to share more information about these programs and help answer any questions interested students may have.

Early College Career Academy at SUNY Adirondack

BOCES continues to partner with SUNY Adirondack to offer two-year early college programs to our students, starting in the junior year. Each program combines academics with exposure to the industry and cutting edge technologies. Depending on the program, students are eligible to earn up to 32 college credits prior to graduating from high school. The five programs offered through the ECCA program are:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Business & Entrepreneurship
• Information Technology / Computer Networking
• New Media
• Pathways to Teaching (*new)

On November 25th, 10th grade students were able to learn about these programs when representatives from the ECCA program spent the day in Schuylerville. If you are interested in learning more about these program offerings, please be sure to see your counselor by December 20th!

With the start of the second quarter well underway, we will soon begin planning your individual parent/guardian conferences. During these conferences we will review your progress in 9th grade, select your 10th grade courses, and discuss your plans for after high school. We welcome parents/guardians to attend these conferences! Please be sure to take a look at our Course Description Guide to learn about all the scheduling opportunities you have! Look for more information coming your way this winter about these conferences.

Schuylerville Dollars for Scholars® is a nonprofit foundation supporting academic success in the Schuylerville Central School District. This organization aims to help students achieve their educational goals by raising scholarship funds, establishing endowments, providing assistance with college readiness and the financial aid process, and distributing scholarships each year. Be on the lookout for various fundraising events coming up and be sure to follow the Dollars for Scholars Facebook page for important updates / information. For those interested in volunteering with the Dollars for Scholars organization, please reach out to the President, Emma Foster, for additional information!

Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Lyon

(518) 695-3255, x 2239

School Counselors

Mrs. O’Brien (Grades 10 - 12, A-K)

Ms. Bean (Grade 9; Career Education & AP Coordinator)

Mrs. Rust (Grades 10 - 12, L-Z)