Around South Colonie

Continuing in honor of South Colonie’s 75th Anniversary, the district has released the fifth installment of their legacy podcast series. In this episode, communications specialist, Lauren Pfaffenbach, sits down with a father- daughter duo from the Mauriello family. Frank Mauriello, class of 1975, shares his experiences growing up in Colonie and eventually raising a family of his own. Vanessa Mauri...

For this episode our Communications intern, Haleigh VanWert, sat down with Current CCHS Building Principal, and proud Colonie alumnus, Thomas Kachadurian. The two discussed Mr. Kachadurian's familial ties to the district and how that impacted his choice to become an administrator in South Colonie. Kachadurian also explains his love of the Colonie community and his excitement about being in a p...

In this episode, we sat down with two brothers who have made a lasting impact on South Colonie- Benjamin and Steve Garry are graduates of South Colonie from the classes of 1978 and 1981. Steve has since become a beloved bus driver for the district, and Ben was the youngest person in South Colonie history to serve on the Board of Education. This family's ties to South Colonie don't stop her...

We sat down with Souch Colonie district employee, Christopher Robilotti, to discuss his connection to the school and our district as a second gen- Colonie grad who decided to come back and work in the district.

The first episode of the Legacy podcast features ‘84 alumni Michele Lyons Polito, and future Colonie grad Angelo Polito, focusing on their family's multi-generational connection to Colonie. The episode explores their experiences, memories and the impact the school has had on their lives over the years. Additionally, we dive into her family's involvement in the school's music department...

In this next episode of the Senior Spotlight Mini Podcast Series we feature senior Naomi Kayemba being interviewed by CCHS senior and district communications intern Amanda Nusbaum. This podcast series introduces a handful of senior students to find out more about their life at CCHS. From their favorite teacher, to the best lunch item on the menu and more, we get to hear the inside scoop. Through t...

The South Colonie Central School District will be asking residents to vote Tuesday, May 16 on a $122 million dollar spending plan that preserves all current programs and services and provides key enhancements for students.  In this episode of around South Colonie, CCHS senior Amanda Nusbaum sits down with assistant superintendent for management services and strategic planning Jacqlene McAllister t...

In our second episode of our Senior Spotlight Mini Podcast Series, CCHS senior and district communications intern Amanda Nusbaum sits down with senior Amber Elk to talk about her final year at CCHS. Join us as we hear from this inspiring young woman about her experiences, challenges and triumphs as she prepares to take on the next chapter of her life. We'll cover everything from scholarship ap...

To kickoff this series CCHS senior and district communications intern Amanda Nusbaum sits down to talk with CCHS senior Caitlin Tully. Tully plans on attending SUNY Fredonia this upcoming fall and plans on majoring in music education.  She has involved herself with various clubs and activities while in high school and hopes to stay involved in her community over the summer. In this episode, Tully...

All Business: Up next in our Women's History Month mini-podcast series is Anjelieeque Martinez. In 2000, Martinez began her career at South Colonie as the district treasurer with her role evolving over the years.  She now serves as the business administrator and district treasurer for the school district overseeing seven professionals working at the district office. Not knowing she would end u...

Up next in our Women's History Month mini-podcast series is Linda Kennedy, secretary to Lisha Kill Middle School Principal Dr. Tresansky. Kennedy has been serving the South Colonie Central School District since 1994.  She has worked at Roessleville Elementary, Sand Creek Middle School and is now rounding out her career at Lisha Kill Middle School. More than a building secretary, Kennedy has de...

Get inspired this month by learning about just a few of the incredible women working at the South Colonie Central School District.  Up first in our mini-podcast series is Joan Arthurton, a special education teacher at South Colonie. Arthurton currently serves as a teacher at the Juvenile Detention Center in Albany where South Colonie Schools has partnered with Berkshire Farm Center to provide...

Enjoy sights, sounds, and flavors from around the world as South Colonie families, teachers, and community members come together to celebrate the diversity of cultures that make up the South Colonie student body on Friday, March 3 at Colonie Central High School Gymnasium (MUG).  South Colonie's Kelsie Conroy sits down with event coordinator April Mlambi to learn all about the event.  

The Lunar New Year, commonly known as the Chinese New Year, is a multi-week celebration of family, prosperity and good fortune. Centered around the lunar calendar, the weeks of celebration are different each year but are steeped in rich tradition. Join South Colonie's Kelsie Conroy and Lisha Kill Middle School Teacher Cody Ng as they discuss facts, history and traditions of the holiday. 

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E12 where South Colonie's Kara Granato spends a few minutes speaking with Colonie Central High School teacher Mr. DeFazzio and the high school's graphics club president Amanda Nusbaum. In this episode, they discuss the role of the club and why it is meaningful for students to be engaged.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E11 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Veeder's principal Mrs. Sullivan about the proposed capital projects at Saddlewood Elementary School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E9 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Roessleville's principal Mrs. Tedesco about the proposed capital projects at Roessleville Elementary School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E12 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Lishakill's principal, Mrs.  Tresansky, about the proposed capital projects at Lishakill Middle School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E10 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Saddlewood's principal Mrs. Wranesh about the proposed capital projects at Saddlewood Elementary School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E12 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Colonie Central High School's principal Mrs. Kachadurian about the proposed capital projects at Colonie Central High School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E8 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Sand Creek's Principal Mr. Marohn about the proposed capital projects at Sand Creek Middle School. In this episode they share the importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community.

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 Podcast S1E7 where South Colonie's Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes speaking with Sand Creek's Principal Mr. Dollard about the proposed capital projects at Shaker Road Elementary. In this episode they discussthe importance of the projects and how it will impact the school community. 

Welcome to the South Colonie in 5 podcast S1E6 where South Colonie’s Lauren Pfaffenbach spends a few minutes talking with Forest Park principal Penn about the proposed capital projects at Forest Park Elementary. In this episodes she shares the importance of the proposed projects and how it would impact the school community.

This week the district dropped episode 5 where we spend a few minutes talking with South Colonie communication team members Lauren Pfaffenbach and Kelsie Conroy. The two share information about their backgrounds and how they ended up at South Colonie. We also take a few minutes to interview fellow South Colonie employees about the work of a communication specialist. You don’t want to miss this epi...

This week the district dropped episode 4 where we spend a few minutes talking with Sand Creek Principal Mr. Marohn about the mental health and wellness initiatives that are happening during the month of May at Sand Creek Middle School. Marohn shares details with listeners regarding the importance of addressing mental health, having open lines of communication and discusses some activities that are...