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Weekly Bulletin – April 24, 2026
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District Calendar
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
As we settle into the fourth quarter, we wanted to circle back with a few friendly reminders as we continue this busy (and exciting!) time of year.
By now, report cards should be home and, hopefully, have sparked a few good conversations at the dinner table or on the ride home. If you haven’t had a chance yet, we encourage you to take a few minutes to review grades and comments with your child(ren). And as always, if something raises a question or you’d simply like more insight, please reach out to your child(ren)’s teacher(s). Our staff is always happy to connect, provide context, and partner with you to support your child’s growth.
We are also in the midst of NYS testing season. While these assessments are just one piece of the puzzle, they do give us helpful information about how our students, and our school, are doing. More importantly, they provide a chance for students to practice something we value deeply at Sharon Springs: giving their best effort, even when something is challenging. That mindset goes a long way, far beyond any single test.
As we move through the “home stretch,” we know the warmer weather, longer days, and thoughts of summer can start to sneak in and compete for attention. (We feel it too!) That said, finishing strong matters. A few simple habits can make a big difference: getting a good night’s sleep, eating regular and healthy meals, and coming to school ready for the day. These small routines help set the stage for success.
Lastly, just a quick heads-up that we will continue conducting our required safety drills in accordance with our district safety plan. As always, these are done in a calm, supportive, and age-appropriate manner to ensure everyone knows what to do while keeping students at ease.
Thank you for your continued partnership, positivity, and support. Together, we’ll keep the momentum going and make this fourth quarter a strong and successful one!
Principal Yorke
SADD’S ANNUAL SPRING BASKET SALE
It’s that time of year! SADD is selling beautiful Spring Flower Baskets to be delivered the Thursday before Mother’s Day, May 7th. All orders need to be in by Wednesday, April 29th. Spring Flower baskets are HUGE, BRIGHT, AND BEAUTIFUL! Prices are: 1 for $25, 2 for $45, 3 for $60. Pick up will be on Thursday, May 7 in the Auditorium Atrium from 3-4 p.m. Please contact Mrs. Field at (518) 698-3404 if you have any questions or would like to place an order. Please make checks out to SSCS SADD. Thank you!
LIMITED SCHOOL PLAYGROUND ACCESS
As the weather is getting warmer, a reminder to families and community members that public access to the school’s playground is limited to after the school day and after our After School Program, which runs until 4:45 pm. From now until May 21st, community members can access the playground Monday-Friday after 4:45 pm and anytime during the weekend. After May 21st, on days that school is in session, public playground access is not allowed from 8:00 am-3:00 pm.
PAST YEARBOOKS AVAILABLE
We have MANY yearbooks from previous years that we are looking to get rid of from our inventory. If you would like to purchase any from any previous year, send an email to Mrs. Field and/or Mrs. Korona at jfield@sharonsprings.org and/or rkorona@sharonsprings.org and we will look through the inventory to see if there is one available from the year of your inquiry. The cost of these past yearbooks is a donation of your choosing. These donations will help keep the costs down for future years, and allow us to update our photography equipment when needed.
STUDENT COUNCIL RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE APRIL 29
Please consider donating blood to the Red Cross. Our next date is: Date:
- Wednesday, April 29. 2026
- Time: 11:30-4:30
- Location: SSCS Auditorium
Thank you! Student Council
KINDERGARTEN SCREENING AND REGISTRATION SCHEDULED FOR MAY 12
Any child who has his/her 6th birthday on July 1st or after must be registered with the school district. Even if you are undecided at this time about enrolling your child, please contact: Ashley Puding at (518) 284-2266 EXT 114, email- apuding@sharonsprings.org
COMMUNITY FOCUS
A Service to the Sharon Springs Community
SHARON SPRINGS FREE LIBRARY
Winter Hours:
- Mondays & Thursdays: 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
- Tuesdays,Wednesdays & Fridays: 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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.
