Information Sessions at SUNY Adirondack
These on-campus events are designed to provide prospective students and guests with an opportunity to learn about a specific major, meet faculty, and hear about the many opportunities that SUNY Adirondack offers. More information can be found at the links below. Sign-up is suggested but not required.
The Clarkson School Young Scholars Program
This week long program will be held on Clarkson University's campus from July 7th - July 13th. This program is for motivated and talented students entering their 10th, 11th, 12th grade, or freshman year of college. This program provides a unique summer experience for students and this year's project is "Designing a Sustainable and Scalable Portfolio for Financial Wellness." More information can be found here. Deadline: May 1, 2024
STEAMM Inventor's Studio Program at RPI
These programs are designed to give high school students from around the Capital Region meaningful exposure to modern-day engineering, technology education, and research. Participants will experience engaging lectures by world-class faculty, hands-on activities and group projects, complemented with tours of RPI labs and field trips. The program will run from July 8th - July 19th from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. More information can be found here.
Splash! at Cornell
Students in grades 7-12 have the opportunity to explore their interests on the Ithaca campus and take classes taught by Cornell undergraduate students. Class registration is on a first come first serve basis and can be found on Cornell's website. Take a look at the course catalog here! A registration guide is available here and a tutorial video is also available. The registration fee of $25 includes a full day of classes, a t-shirt, and lunch! Full financial aid is also available if you need it. See the flyer below for more information.
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 volunteer Friday 3-5:30, Saturday 8:30-11, or Saturday 11-1:30
- Two to four students at a time can sign up for a 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
Unified Basketball Information
The 2nd year of Schuylerville Unified Basketball will begin in April! We are looking for players to fill out this years roster as the team takes on opponents from the Foothills/Adirondack League. If you are interested in being a part of the team, please sign up here. There will be 5-6 practices in April during 10th period and 6 games, plus sectionals in May. Even if you can't make every game or practice, you can still be part of the squad! Coach Jorgensen and Coach Mehan will contact students who sign up with more information about the season. Interested students may also see Mr. Mehan in room 224 with any questions.
Distance Learning Classes for the 2024-2025 School Year (UPDATED from the April Newsletter)
We would like to remind you of the following Distance Learning courses we anticipate will be in our schedule next year! Please see your counselor if you are interested in adding any of the following courses to your schedule for the 2024 - 2025 school year!
- Adirondack History (1/2 credit; semester 1 class)
- AP/SUPA Psychology (through Syracuse University or AP credit)
- Astronomy (1/2 credit; semester 1 class)
- Business Communications (option of college credit through FMCC - BUS 137)
- Essentials of Entrepreneurship (option of college credit through FMCC)
- Film Studies (1/2 credit; semester 2 class)
- History of American Sport
- History of World War II (1/2 credit; semester 2 class)
- Marine Science
- Meteorology (1/2 credit; semester 1 class)
- Modern Cosmology (1/2 credit; semester 2 class)
- Music in Our Lives
- Principles of Business (option of college credit through FMCC - BUS 101)
- Speech & Debate (1/2 credit; semester 1 class)
- Theoretical Physics (1/2 credit; semester 2 class)
Upcoming College & Military Visits
Representatives from the following colleges / branches of the military will be on our campus to meet with interested students. Please be sure to stop by Student Services for a pass if you are interested in meeting with one of these representatives:
- US Army - April 9th @ 11 am
- University of Buffalo - April 22nd @ 11:00 am
- SUNY Morrisville - April 24th @ 9:00 am
- SUNY Plattsburgh - April 24th @ 11:00 am
- SUNY Potsdam - April 25th @ 11:30 am
- Keuka College - May 1st @ 1:00 pm
- SUNY Plattsburgh - May 2nd @ 11:00 am
2024-2025 Scheduling Updates
Over the past few months we have been busy meeting with students and their parents/guardians to discuss courses for next year, as well as plans for after high school. Parents/Guardians, thank you for your involvement during these meetings. It is always great to have you join us!
Scholarships
Richard Eglin Memorial Scholarship: eligible applicants must have signed enlistment paperwork for the United States Armed Forces, Reserves, or R.O.T.C program. More details, including the application, can be found here. Deadline: May 31, 2024
Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York Scholarship: eligible applicants must be graduating high school seniors or students who will be enrolled at any post high school institution of higher learning. More information, including the application, can be found here. Deadline: May 3, 2024
Dollars for Scholars: our local chapter of Dollars for Scholars awards various scholarships to graduating seniors. The Schuylerville online application can be found here and is now officially open. Once you are on the home page, click on the ‘Students and Parents’ tab at the top of the page. Find the Student and Parent Login, click on the blue Login. This will open the Scholarship America Dollars for Scholars Student Center. You should see ‘Don’t have an account yet? Create one here.' After clicking on that link, find Schuylerville Junior-Senior High School, under ‘High School Name’ and click on the blue link that reads ‘Choose This School.' You will then be directed to several pages of info that students need to fill in…only those with asterisks are required. Deadline: May 17, 2024
American Society of Civil Engineers Scholarship: eligible applicants are those who intend to enroll in an ABET accredited Civil Engineering curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Application can be found here. Deadline: April 12, 2024
Decision Day
With May 1st (Decision Day) just around the corner, are you still unsure about which college is the best choice for you? The questions below (courtesy of Siena College) could help with your decision:
1. What do you see as your next step?
2. What do you have left to do before you make your decision?
3. When you think about making your decision, what are you worried about most?
4. Which schools are on your final list and why?
5. If you had to choose today, what might be a reason or two you would pick (School Name)?
6. If you had to choose today, what might be a reason or two you wouldn't pick (School Name)?
7. Run me through how you’re going to be making your decision and who is going to help you decide.
Interested in keeping your Chromebook after you graduate?
Please fill out this form if you plan on keeping your SCSD issued device after graduation. All devices will be wiped and released on June 27th. However, your Schuylerville accounts will be open until August 1st. The asset tag is on the back of the device. If you can't read it, hit alt+v and they will appear in the top right hand corner of your screen when you are on the Google Sign-In Screen. Any devices not accounted for will be locked on that day. You can also return any device you don't plan on keeping to TECH SERVICES your last day on campus.
SAT/ACT Testing Information:
The SAT and the ACT will be offered on the following (Saturday) National testing dates during the 2023-2024 school year. The cost of the SAT is $55. The ACT has a basic fee of $66.00, with an optional writing test (cost with writing is $91.00). 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)
May 4, 2024 (April 19, 2024)^
June 1, 2024 (May 17, 2024)^
^Digital administration of the SAT
**Be sure to take advantage of free Official SAT Practice at Khan Academy®. Become more confident on test day by taking a practice test!
ACT Test Dates (Registration Information)
June 8, 2024 (May 3, 2024)
July 13, 2024* (June 7, 2024)
*Test not available in New York
College Visits
The spring and summer usually present great opportunities to explore more about college campuses. While there is always an option of touring a campus virtually, nothing really beats stepping foot on a campus, in person! In an effort to make the most of your visit, try following the steps outlined below (Source: LINK For Counselors):
- Be prepared: do your research about the school before hand to learn about what they have to offer you as a student (academic programs, housing, extracurriculars, etc.)
- Gather information while you wait: check out the campus newspaper, brochures, and bulletin boards around campus as you wait to get started with your tour
- Be inquisitive: your tour guide will likely be a current student on campus, so ask them questions (What made you select this campus? What has been your most memorable experience here? What made you want to stay at this campus and not transfer? What direction do you plan to head after graduation?)
- Keep track of your takeaways: after your tour, quickly make a note with your top pros/cons of the school (consider size, diversity, sense of safety, cleanliness, facilities, etc.)
West Point's Summer Leaders Experience (SLE)
West Point is looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves. What is SLE?
- SLE is a one-week program in June for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point.
- Students are able to spend the week with current cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.
- Students learn about West Point’s world class academics by trying 4 of their 17 academic workshops.
- Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training and more!
- Challenge yourself physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.
- Complete an admissions interview with a cadet.
- Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.
Interested students may use the QR code on the flyer below to sign up. Registration may take place here. Applications will be accepted until April 15th.
You're Almost Halfway Through High School! Now What?
With your final two years of high school on the horizon, it's a great time to start thinking about what your future might look like. In October 2024, we plan to administer the PSAT (Preliminary SAT). If you want to take the PSAT, you will need to register with Student Services in the fall (more information to follow). The PSAT is a great way to practice the actual SAT. By taking the PSAT, you will have free personalized access to very useful college/career planning tools and SAT prep guides, such as Khan Academy and Big Future. We also recommend taking the SAT in the spring of your junior year and again the fall of your senior year. If you are currently a student with an IEP or a 504 Accommodation Plan and would like to use your accommodations on the PSAT or SAT, please contact your counselor to make sure you have already applied for your accommodations.
For those of you who applied to a CTE program at BOCES or an Early College program through SUNY Adirondack for next year, please make sure to keep up with your grades and attendance as the school year comes to an end!
Your First Year of High School is (Almost) Under Your Belt!!
It's hard to believe your first year of high school has come and is almost gone! Looking back on your transition to high school, how do you feel it went? Are there things you should do differently as a 10th grader? Did you regularly attend your classes? What activities were you able to get involved in? Take some time to self-reflect ... it will help as you move forward with your academic career!
If your 9th grade year did not go as well as you had hoped, there is time to redeem yourself! Showing colleges/universities/trade schools/employers an upward trend of academic success is so very important. On the other hand, if your 9th grade year went exactly as you had planned, it's important to continue with your strong academic performance over the next three years of high school!
For those of you who are interested in attending a CTE program at BOCES in 11th and 12th grade, please make sure you are performing to the best of your ability and that you are attending school on a regular basis. Stayed tuned for more information about a visit to BOCES during the second semester of your 10th grade year.
Contact Information
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT SERVICES
Mrs. Tracy Lyon, Administrative Aide
(518) 695-2256. ext 2239
School Counselor Contact Information
Mrs. O’Brien (Grades 10-12, A-K)
Ms. Bean (Grade 9, Career Education & AP Coordinator)
Mrs. Rust (Grades 10-12, L-Z)
