2025 Optimist Club Oratorical and Essay Contest winners:
Each year, the Optimist Club of Cicero-North Syracuse holds essay and oratorical contests, which give students opportunities to win money in their pursuit of higher education. This year's essay contest drew a record number of entries with more than 30 students submitting essays about how optimism has helped paved their individual roads to success.
On Monday, March 3, CNS Junior Optimist Club Advisor and Optimist International Foundation Representative, Bob Crabtree, met with student essay participants to present certificates of appreciation to all students and to formally recognize the top three writers. Tammy Harris, also a member of the CNS Optimist Club, helped Mr. Crabtree honor the students during a brief ceremony in the school's large group instruction room.
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Healthy Smiles coming to elementary schools this spring:
Healthy Smiles is a government-funded dental program bringing free dental care directly to your child’s school. With no out-of-pocket costs for families, Healthy Smiles ensures that every child can access preventive dental care conveniently.
Program Highlights:
No Cost to Families: Covered by Medicaid and private insurance—no child will be turned away.
On-Site Care: Dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more, provided right at school.
Convenient and Comprehensive: Your child will receive a checkup, preventive care and an oral health report without needing to leave school.
Healthy Smiles helps ensure every child has a bright, healthy smile. Stay tuned for more details on how to sign up as the program approaches.
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Roxboro Road Middle School presents musical Shrek Jr. March 28 and 29:
Nasty will be nice and North Syracuse will be ogre-the-moon when Roxboro Road Middle School students present their production of Shrek The Musical JR. on March 28 at 7 p.m. and March 29 at 2 p.m. The family-friendly musical comedy follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon. However, it turns out that in order to ultimately succeed, Shrek must battle an even bigger obstacle: learning how to believe in himself and open his heart to others.
Shrek The Musical JR. follows an ogre named Shrek who has learned the hard way that “people hate the things they cannot understand.” For many years he has protected himself from the hurtful actions of those who are scared of him by living as a recluse in a cozy ...
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Winter 2025 newsletter available online:
The Winter 2025 edition of the North Syracuse Central School District's newsletter, The District Dispatch , is now available online by clicking here . District residents will receive a printed version of the newsletter in the mail the week of March 3.
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District invites stakeholders to participate in ThoughtExchange survey:
Your voice matters!
What’s the one change, improvement or initiative that you believe would have the greatest positive impact on our school community?
On Jan. 6, 2025, the NSCSD welcomed Dr. Terry L. Ward as the new Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Ward is deeply committed to the district’s success and believes that collaboration is key to building a strong foundation. That’s why he wants to hear from students, families, educators, staff, and community members. Your feedback will help guide important decisions and ensure that NSCSD continues to thrive.
To gather stakeholder feedback, NSCSD is using ThoughtExchange, an innovative online platform that allows you to share ideas, consider different perspectives, and help inform future decisions. ...
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NYS DOT issues traffic alert for Cicero; closure will impact NSCSD students and families:
On Tuesday, Feb. 11, the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) issued a traffic alert regarding the ongoing I-81 Viaduct Project . The alert announced road closures and suggested detour routes that will directly impact traffic in the Cicero area. Beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 24, South Bay Road will be closed to southbound traffic between East Pine Grove Road and along the South Bay Road bridge. The DOT expects the closure to and detours to remain in place through Oct. of 2025.
The North Syracuse Central School District has several schools in the immediate area and is anticipating its impact. The district’s transportation department has been working proactively with the DOT and is making plans to reroute buses to ensure the least amount of disruption. The ...
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See the world at February 26 Festival of Nations:
The NSCSD is excited to announce the return of its Festival of Nations, a vibrant celebration of diversity, culture and community. The Festival of Nations is a tradition bringing together students, families and community members to showcase the many cultures represented in our district. With more than 300 English Language Learners (ELLs) speaking over 25 different primary languages, the event highlights the growing diversity that makes our schools and community so unique. Mark your calendars now for this amazing celebration!
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CNS seniors can apply for Dollars for Scholars scholarships through March 31:
The North Syracuse Dollars for Scholars online application process for Cicero-North Syracuse High School seniors is now open. If you know a senior who plans to further their education, please encourage them to apply.
To apply for a scholarship, students must first register and then login to complete an application . Students needing help completing an application are encouraged to visit the school’s Career Center. More information about applying is available on the CNS High School website by clicking on the Career Center link.
Please contact April Winters at 315-415-9298 or email aprilwinters@gmail.com for additional information.
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Gillette Road Middle School presents musical Annie Jr. March 14-16:
Gillette Road Middle School will be presenting Annie Jr. on March 14 and 15 at 7 p.m. and March 16 at 2 p.m.. More than 100 students, adults and (dog!) are working to put on this classic family friendly musical. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, features some of the greatest musical theater hits ever written, including "Tomorrow, Maybe and Hard Knock Life among others"
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the ...
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Voters to elect three board of education members; petitions available:
On May 20, 2025 the North Syracuse Central School District voters will choose three district residents to serve on the NSCSD Board of Education. Board members each serve a three-year term.
Residents must collect thirty seven (37) signatures from qualified school district voters to be placed on the ballot. Petitions will be available for pickup on Monday, Feb.3, 2025 at the NSCSD District Office 5355 West Taft Rd. North Syracuse and must be filed by 5 p.m. April 21st at the district office. Please contact Jilian K. Herrera at jherrera@nscsd.org or 315-218-2131 for information on requesting a nominating petition.
The NSCSD Board of Education includes nine school district residents elected by voters. Board members are not financially compensated.
The board is the official ...
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February 11 family engagement night: What to Expect at CSE:
The North Syracuse Central School District’s Special Education Department is hosting another Family Engagement Night on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Gym.
This session, "What to Expect at CSE," will provide valuable information for families navigating the Committee on Special Education (CSE) process.
Whether you are new to the process or looking for more clarity, this event will help answer important questions, including:
What is a CSE?
Who will be there?
What happens at the meeting?
What are your rights as parents?
A question-and-answer session will follow the discussion, allowing families to ask specific questions and gain a better understanding of their child’s support services.
We encourage ...
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Fine Arts Department announces world premiere of exclusive composition by renowned composer Larry Clark:
The North Syracuse Central School District’s Fine Arts Department is thrilled to announce that esteemed composer Larry Clark has written an exclusive piece for the district’s 7-12 District-Wide Band Concert. The composition, Northstar Fanfare, will make its world premiere during the concert on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at 7 PM at North Syracuse Junior High School.
This extraordinary collaboration provides NSCSD students with the unique opportunity to perform a piece created specifically for them by one of the most respected composers in the band community. The concert will showcase the talent, hard work, and dedication of student musicians and their teachers, offering an unforgettable evening of music for the entire community.
“This is a truly special moment for our students ...
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Changes to Google Services for Students:
The North Syracuse Central School District Technology Department has been informed by the New York State Education Department that we are required to make changes to student access for certain Google Additional Services. This directive comes from the Chief Privacy Officer at NYSED to ensure compliance with Ed Law 2-d, as Google is not able to sign a Data Privacy Agreement (DPA) for these additional services.
What’s Changing?
Google Core Services (Gmail, Classroom, Drive, Docs, Slides, Forms, Calendar, Sheets, etc.) are NOT affected. Students and teachers can continue using these services as they currently do.
Google Additional Services (YouTube, Translate, Earth, Photos, etc.) will be disabled for student accounts at the end of the day on February 14, 2025, just before ...
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Applications for transportation to private & parochial schools for 2025-26 school year are due April 1:
Applications must be filed prior to April 1, 2025
As required by New York State Law, applications for bus transportation to and/or from charter, private or parochial schools during the 2025-26 school year, must be filed prior to April 1, 2025.
Applications may be picked up and returned to the North Syracuse Central School District Transportation Department, 5520 East Taft Road, North Syracuse, NY 13212. Applications can also be downloaded by clicking here . Please contact the Transportation Department at (315) 218-2107 for additional information.
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NSJH and RRMS students selected for All-County Music Festival:
Congratulations to the student-musicians from North Syracuse Junior High School and Roxboro Road Middle School who were selected to participate in the 2025 Onondaga County Junior High All-County Festival. The festival was held at Nottingham High School on January 24 and 25.
The following students were selected for All-County Band: Joseph Cannella, Katlyn Chrisley, Mark Morris, Isabella O’Connor and Lydia Saxby.
The following students were selected for All-County Chorus: Joclyn Dallas, Cole Exner and Serenity Gaines.
Alexis Sturgeon was selected for All-County Orchestra.
Pictured (left to right): Alexis Sturgeon, Lydia Saxby, Isabella O’Connor, Katlyn Chrisley, Cole Exner, Mark Morris, Joseph Cannella, Serenity Gaines, Joclyn Dallas ...
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CNY Scholastic Art award winners:
North Syracuse Junior High School 9th Grade student Colton Chaney's Gold Key award-winning photograph "1000 Yard Stare"
For the past 70+ years, high school students from across Central New York have been recognized in the Central New York Scholastic Art Awards. This year, CNS High School and North Syracuse Junior High School art students took home a total of 182 awards, which is the highest number for any school district! 88 works of art received Honorable Mention Awards, 55 works received Silver Key Awards, and 39 works of art received Gold Key Awards.
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards were launched in 1923 to encourage and recognize student achievement in the creative arts. The Scholastic ...
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CNS Optimist Club seeking entries for Oratorical Contest:
The Optimist Club of Cicero-North Syracuse is sponsoring an Oratorical Contest with a top award of a $2,500 college scholarship. Students under the age of 19 who live within the boundaries of the North Syracuse Central School District are eligible to participate. This year’s contest theme is “How Optimism Has Guided me Through Trying Times,” and will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at the Jerome F. Melvin Administrative Office Building (5355 West Taft Rd., N. Syracuse, NY).
Students wishing to participate in the Feb. 25 contest should email Mr. Crabtree by Feb. 18 with their intent to participate and the entry form. Contestants will be asked to speak on the official topic for four to five minutes with timing beginning at the first spoken word.
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UPK lottery registration deadline extended:
Thank you for your interest in the North Syracuse Central School District Universal PreK Program. The UPK program is free to children who live in the district and are four years old on or before Dec. 1. Due to capacity constraints, the NSCSD utilizes a random lottery system for all applicants. Acceptance into the program is not on a first-come, first-served basis. Lottery applications were accepted from Jan. 6, 2025 through Feb. 12, 2025. Families that completed registration within the lottery period for the 25-26 school year will be notified of acceptance/placement in early April.
NSCSD continues to accept registrations for its Universal PreKindergarten (UPK) program for the 2025-26 school year, but registrations received after February 12 will be added to a waitlist and ...
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District teams battle and earn top honors in State esports championships:
CNS High School esports teams dominate NYS esports league championship
Two Cicero-North Syracuse (CNS) High School esports teams recently emerged victorious at the New York State esports League Championships on Sunday, Dec. 15. CNS High School Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe teams brought home championship trophies, marking a memorable achievement for the district’s e-sports program.
The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate team, comprised of Zach Strait, Landon DiGregorio and Dante Bennett, pulled off an incredible upset against Syracuse City Schools to advance to the finals. In a thrilling championship match, they faced and ultimately triumphed over our own North Syracuse Junior High School team and earned the title.
Meanwhile, the CNS Mario Kart 8 Deluxe ...
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Lakeshore Road Elementary School renovation project faces delays, may push reopening date:
The renovation of Lakeshore Road Elementary School may take longer than originally planned. The North Syracuse Central School District’s initial goal was to complete the work and reopen the school before the start of the 2025-26 school year.
“It appears increasingly likely that construction at Lakeshore will not be completed in time for the start of the next school year. While the team is working diligently to adhere to the original timeline, large-scale construction projects sometimes encounter unforeseen delays,” said Interim Superintendent Michael Schiedo. “In this case, the project received approval from the New York State Education Department several months later than expected. Additionally, lingering supply chain issues have further delayed progress.” ...
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