Posted 1/26/11

Shenendehowa High School student designs new logo for the Shenendehowa Community Coalition

The Shenendehowa Community Coalition, whose mission is to reduce and prevent risky behaviors among youth, is proud to announce the release of a new logo designed by senior, Shannon Smith, from Shen High School East. The final design was picked from 25 logos submitted by students from Sallie Way’s graphic design class. Each student was instructed to design and develop a logo that demonstrates community ties, with messaging that supports the Coalition’s overall mission and captures the attention of a wide target audience-- teens, adults, parents, community leaders, and administrators.
“I was very impressed by the concepts, design, and professionalism demonstrated by Sallie Way’s graphic design class”, stated Alicia Jacobs, Shen Coalition Marketing Chair. “They embraced this project as if they were an advertising agency and the coalition was a client. Each student presented their logo and explained how and why the concept fit the goals of the coalition. The skills the students demonstrated showcased the talents of today’s generation of future business leaders.”
“The students really enjoyed this project being that they were part of the target market and this will be a logo that they will see in their school and community. A great byproduct of working for the community is that the students become aware of the services and organizations in their own home town and feel a connection to them” commented Sallie Way, Shen High School Graphic Arts teacher.
The three finalists included, Linnea Taylor, Melissa Scheibner and Shannon Smith with the winner selected by a vote of the entire Coalition. Shannon Smith’s logo was selected based on its positive, energetic graphic and accompanying tag line “Shaping better decisions.” Attached is a photo of her design.

Posted 1/25/11

Tickets are on sale for Babes in Arms, to be performed at 7:30 p.m. Mar. 17-19 in the High School East auditorium.

Tickets, which are $12 reserved seating, are available by mail by going to the school website, www.shenet.org , clicking on Fine Arts under Quick Links on the right-hand side of the main page, then Shen High School Musical, and finally the ticket order form.
Beginning Jan. 30 tickets will be sold during rehearsals from 3:30-4:30 and 5:30-6 p.m. in the High School East auditorium. Beginning Feb. 5 and continuing Feb. 12, 19, tickets may be purchased Saturdays from 11-2 p.m. in the East auditorium.
Sales during school lunch hours, 10:15-1:15, will begin Mar. 1 outside the East and West cafeterias.
Originally produced in 1937 with book, lyrics, and music by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart, this version was adapted by John Guare in 1998 for City Center Encores! In Seaport, Long Island, haven for a theatrical colony, the children of vaudevillians devise a way to keep the Sheriff from sending them to the work farm while their parents tour.
The score features three of Rodgers and Harts most famous songs: “My Funny Valentine,” “Where or When,” and “Johnny One Note.” It also includes “I Wish I Were in Love Again,” filled with Hart’s sardonic wit.
Tommy Swimm plays Valentine (Val) LaMar, and Devon Poniatowski is Wilhemena (Billie) Smith. Drew D’Amelia plays Marshall Blackstone, and Joe Davila is Peter. Carolyn Krupski and Kevin Orlando play Dolores Reynolds and Gus Fielding, and Sarah Koniszewski is Baby Rose.
The production team is headed by Dora Myers, director.

Posted 1/21/11

Prior to the last two storms, this year was light on snow and it effected the district's Nordic Ski Team and their ability to get in quality training. Ken Patenaude, Bill Johnson and members of the district grounds crew created a man-made, cross-country ski trail for the nordic ski team which included two hills and a turnaround area which is critical to the sport. Skiers were finally able to get the proper training for upcoming races. 

Posted 1/20/11

2011 Saturday Scholars - AN ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR ALL CAPITAL AREA STUDENTS IN GRADES 1-8 (Limited openings are available for Kindergarten students who can read and write fluently. Please contact
SAGE prior to registration for information.) Presented by Shenendehowa Advocates for Gifted Education
Registration
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
9: 00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Acadia Middle School
(Snow date: February 5th)

Class Schedule
Saturdays: March 5, 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 2011
(Snow date: April 3rd)
10:00 to 12:00 noon
Acadia Middle School, Shenendehowa Campus

For more information please call Linda DeMasi at 877-5813 or contact us by email at sagenews@yahoo.com.. Course Catalog and Registration Form also available on our website at www.worknotes.com/ny/cliftonpark/sage

Posted 1/20/11

The Shen Baseball Dugout Club invites you to kick-off your Super Bowl Sunday right! Join us for a pancake breakfast at the Clifton Park Elks Club.  We will be flipping pancakes, making sausage, and serving this and more from 8am to noon.  Cost is just $5 per person, a great bargain!  All proceeds will be going to Shen Baseball since IHop was kind enough to donate all of the food!  For tickets, see any Shen Baseball player.  Some tickets will also be available at the door.  Come join us for a great start to your Super Bowl Sunday.

Posted 1/20/11

The Koda Chorus concert that was cancelled on 1/18/11 due to inclement weather has been rescheduled for Monday, January 24th, at 7:00pm in the High School West Auditorium.

Posted 1/20/11

The Shen Teachers Association sponsors the annual blood drive in honor of our teacher Glenn Clements!
The drive will be held at Gowana Middle School in the Green Gym on Friday, January 28th, 2011 from 2pm to 6pm.
Please email/call Amber Quinn to reserve your slot! quinambe@shenet.org or x61613 Or call: 1-800-Red-Cross. ALL DONORS RECEIVE A COUPON FOR A FREE POUND OF DUNKIN DONUTS COFFEE!

Posted 1/20/11

Premier Prom. A fashion showcase of current dress designs and trends featuring models from area high schools.
Three 2011 prom dresses valued at $300 each are being raffled off during
the event. They are from premier designers and you CHOOSE the dress!
February 6, 2011 at the Vista at Van Patten Golf Course
Tickets: $10 per person Light Refreshments. Proceeds to benefit CAPTAIN
For TICKETS or other information contact CAPTAIN @ 518-371-1185

Posted 1/18/11

BLAZING WING CHALLENGE at Buffalo Wild Wings on January 23 at 11 a.m. to raise money for Shen's Alternative Educational Program. The object is to eat 12 of their hottest wings in 6 minutes.  On the day of the event, Buffalo Wild Wings will donate 10% of all pre-taxed food sales (less alcohol and promotional discounts) to the Alt Ed program from any guest that presents a fundraising ticket. Tickets will be distributed at the door. Please join us to raise money for the Shenendehowa Alternative Education Program.

Posted 1/17/11

The entire Shenendehowa community is deeply saddened by the loss of Tristen Brandow, a third-grade student at Arongen, after a long battle with cancer. Tristen previously attended Shatekon and spent time in Okte. He was an out-going, courageous and free-spirited boy who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. The Crisis Teams, which are made up of administrators, psychologists, counselors and teachers, will be available to provide children with a time to talk and share their feelings. The team will monitor student reaction and help students who may need more time to adjust to this tragedy. We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and all those who knew, loved and/or taught this very special young man.

Posted 1/13/11

The 8-9 Special Education Parent meeting is cancelled and will be rescheduled to January 20, 2011 at 5:00 PM at HSW Library