In tune with musical knowledge: Elementary students learn from the Philadelphia Orchestra

On May 8, all of Stillwater’s third through fifth grade students had the opportunity to participate in a presentation by members of the Philadelphia Orchestra. The students were able to learn about how music can evoke different emotions. They also were able to hear different styles of music. Since all the students participated in the …

Voters approve proposed 2023-24 budget, elect 3 to Board, approve library proposition

Stillwater residents approved a proposed $29,988,245 budget for the 2023-24 school year by a vote of 416 to 164, a 71.7% approval, on May 16, 2023. They also elected Darrell Hazen (297 votes), Valerie Masterson (266 votes) and Joshua Eiffe (204 votes) to the Board of Education for three-year terms to run from July 1, …

Water supply restored to campus

The water supply has been restored to our campus following this morning’s village water main break. Thank you for your patience.

Statewide art competition winner Cameron Ackerknecht honored by Leonard Bus, Board of Education

Stillwater senior Cameron Ackerknecht was formally recognized at the May 9 Board of Education meeting and presented with a scholarship award for winning the 2022-23 Leonard Bus Sales “A Day in the Life of a School Bus” statewide art competition. At the meeting, Cameron was presented with a $1,000 scholarship certificate, and she and Stillwater …

Early release today 5/16 due to village water main break – Voting not affected, track meet not affected

Dear Stillwater families, A village water main break required the water to our campus to be turned off, therefore we must dismiss students early today, May 16. MS/HS students will dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Elementary will dismiss at 1:15 p.m. All students will have had lunch before dismissal. Voting will not be affected. Polls remain …

A Scholar-Athlete Team sweep

Congratulations to all of Stillwater’s spring varsity sport teams, players and coaches: All five varsity teams were named Scholar-Athlete Teams by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA). Numerous individual students also achieved Scholar-Athlete status. To qualify as a Scholar-Athlete team, a team’s grade point average (GPA) for 75 percent of the …

Learning vaping facts and dangers

Patty Gilgore from The Prevention Council addressed the facts and health risks of vaping with our middle school students on May 10, and they had an opportunity to ask questions and get factual responses. On June 7, Ms. Kilgore returns to SCSD to present “Right Under Your Nose,” an interactive event for parents, grandparents, guardians …

Class of 2023 Valedictorian and Salutatorian: success comes from balance

Class of 2023 Valedictorian Nurshinta Berry and Salutatorian Amoun Ghorayeb have worked hard throughout their years at Stillwater, but when asked for advice, they said, “Don’t let school get in the way of fun. A balance of school and passions is necessary for success.” The accomplished seniors have found enjoyment on campus and off, whether …

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