Academic, social and behavioral achievements were celebrated at Fairgrieve Elementary recently, as several students received Most Improved awards. The recipients’ accomplishments were cheered by their friends, school personnel and family members during a recent Morning Express program.
Hundreds of local student-athletes are preparing for the third annual Oswego County Olympiad Invitational, set for May 11 at John C. Birdlebough High School. The event, similar to the Special Olympics, provides students with disabilities an opportunity to participate in dozens of athletic events.
The fourth annual Paige’s Pajamarama at the elementary school allowed the extended Fairley family to dress up in pajamas for the day, in exchange for a donation to the cause.
Under the direction on Jack Jennings, the band played a medley of rock songs from long ago, including Jimi Hendrix’s “Purple Haze,” Creedence Clearwater Revival’s “Proud Mary,” The Who’s “Pinball Wizard,” and Queen’s “Somebody to Love.”
Principal Jean Sampsell commended the recipients on all of their achievements and presented them with a medal and a “brag tag” to add to their collection.
As participants of the college’s Mentor-Scholars Program, the Exceptional Education students from the Center for Instruction, Technology and Innovation spent one-on-one time with SUNY Oswego students who have helped them gain confidence and establish both academic and social goals throughout the 2016-2017 school year.
The concert, under the direction of Jack Jennings and William Whaley, featured music from the hit Broadway musical “Wicked,” as well as a medley of rock music from the 1970s.
Students in grades pre-kindergarten through five and their families flocked to the gymnasium for the Parent Teacher Organization-sponsored Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fair, where students showcased their talents and received resounding praise from peers, community members and teachers.
A full day of events is planned at North Volney Methodist Church on May 6 and you won’t want to miss any of the fun. A free gospel concert will be held from noon – 3 p.m.
Hannibal High School’s Entrepreneurship class kicked off its “Business Sharks” Project-Based-Learning Experience by visiting two local businesses. Students visited Travis Floral Shop and Kim’s Cafe prepared with questions in order to investigate how these local businesses got started and how they stay successful.
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