Acadia Middle School
- Seven middle school FLL robotics teams competed at Gowana this past weekend in the Shen Spring Rumble! Ctrl+Alt+Elite and the Fireballs claimed top honors for robot performance. The Attachment Innovation Awards went to Data Deleted and System Hacked, while Execute File.win and the RoboSapiens took home the Mission Innovation Awards.
- Students, families, and staff gathered for Acadia’s Student Recognition Breakfast to acknowledge students in the Howl of Fame and Leader of the Pack programs.
- Students in Rock Travis’ Technology 8 classes are working on building their own catapults. Students get to design, build, test, and make revisions all while learning and having a great time.
- Last month Mr. Silvagnoli took two 8th Grade Bands down to Central Park NYC where they performed a concert at the Naumberg Bandshell.
- This year’s Unified Physical Education Field Day was Wednesday, May 21st. The UPE classes in Grades 6-12 had a fun filled morning of inclusion as they participated in various physical fitness activities and challenges. Over 120 students were in attendance!
- 5th Graders had the opportunity to tour the Tri-Building in preparation for the fall. Current Middle Schoolers led them on tours through the buildings and answered any questions they had during a Q&A session in the Gowana Auditorium!
- Interested in performing arts, dance, or gymnastics? Attend Shen’s Colorguard Interactive Clinics! Open to all student grades 4-11 (click here for more information).
- Our middle school robotics team, Data Deleted, recently represented Shen with pride at the American Robotics Open Competition in New Jersey.
- Shen’s 75th Anniversary Celebration was a huge success! Click to view our photo gallery.
- The Shenendehowa Central School District Art Show is on display at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library starting 5/22 until 5/28.
Announcements:
Students, families, and staff gathered for Acadia’s Student Recognition Breakfast to acknowledge students in the Howl of Fame and Leader of the Pack programs.
Students in Rock Travis’ Technology 8 classes are working on building their own catapults. Students get to design, build, test, and make revisions all while learning and having a great time.
Last month Mr. Silvagnoli took two 8th Grade Bands down to Central Park NYC where they performed a concert at the Naumberg Bandshell.
This year’s Unified Physical Education Field Day was Wednesday, May 21st. The UPE classes in Grades 6-12 had a fun filled morning of inclusion as they participated in various physical fitness activities and challenges. Over 120 students were in attendance!
Welcome to Acadia Middle School
Acadia is one of three middle schools located on the main campus. It opened in 1953. The three middle schools buildings are attached and share core areas such as gym, libraries, etc., however, they function as separate schools.
Mission:
It is Acadia’s mission to promote mutual respect, to foster an environment which supports and maintains a sense of belonging demonstrated by caring for self and others, to cultivate positive interactions and cooperation among staff, students and parents, to provide a comfortable transition between elementary and middle school years, to motivate all students to reach their learning potential and to operate in accordance with our Code of Conduct. Furthermore, we believe that this kind of environment promotes growth, maturity, success and positive attitudes for everyone involved in our school.
Start & Dismissal Times:
School starts at 8:55 a.m.
School is dismissed at 3:30 p.m.
Half day dismissal at 12:17 p.m.
Key Phone Numbers:
- Attendance: (518)881-0458
- Nurse: (518)881-0451
- Counseling Center: (518)881-0453