Small School – Big Effort
High Character – Huge Success
Weekly Bulletin – May 30, 2024
The last Weekly Bulletin for the school year will be sent home on June 13th.
Student Focus – Principal’s Message
As we come to the end of the school year, many of us—students, parents, and educators alike—find ourselves in the midst of awards ceremonies. This is a time of celebration, but it can also be a time of struggle, especially when we know students who have given their all but haven’t received the recognition they deserve (as well as students whose efforts are focused on tasks that most people take for granted because of learning disabilities, mental health challenges and/or home-life struggles).
To those students, I want to say: we see you, we see your hard work, your dedication, and your resilience. Remember, your worth is not measured by awards or accolades. Your value lies in your effort, your perseverance, and the kindness you show to others.
Parents, celebrate the uniqueness of your child. Consider picking them up from the award ceremony and taking them to do something special (e.g., a hike, to get ice cream, etc…) to celebrate their individuality. Rejoice in all the victories this year, both big and small. Every achievement, every challenge overcome, and every lesson learned is a reason to celebrate.
At the end of it all, remember that our identity is not defined by how we are recognized, but by how we strive to be our best regardless of the circumstances. Keep believing in yourself, keep striving for your best, and never forget that you are more than enough just as you are.
Final Exams for Grades 6-12
Final Exams for students in grades 6-12 will be held June 11-13. The Block Schedule that will be utilized on these 3 days is below.
Last day of Regular Classes for Grades 6-12
The last day that students in grades 6-12 are expected to be in attendance in the school building is Thursday, June 13; the last day of final exams. On Monday, June 17, students in grades 6-12 are NOT expected to be in attendance at school unless they have a final exam(s) to make-up or are attending a Regents review class with a teacher.
Community Focus – A Service to the Sharon Springs Community
Sharon Springs Free Public Library
129 Main Street, Sharon Springs, NY
Regular Hours begin April 1st:
Monday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Tuesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday- 10:00am-6:00pm
Friday- 3:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday- 10:00am-1:00pm
Computers Available
All-in-One computers available from the school. If your household qualifies for free or reduced school lunch and you would like a computer for your household, please contact Tom Reynolds at treynolds@sharonsprings.org or (518) 284-2266.
Weekly Bulletin Submissions
SSCS will continue to produce this document each week as a service to the SSCS community. Similar to last year, classified ads, such as advertisements for the sale of items, help wanted ads, etc., will no longer be accepted. Advertisements will only be accepted if it relates to a potential educational benefit for our students or it has the potential to benefit the Sharon Springs community. SSCS reserves the right to edit any submission. For consideration, please email by 3 p.m. on Tuesdays to weeklybulletin@sharonsprings.org.
