News Archives - Page #42

VCR - Living Life to the Fullest

Sandy Creek Central School students in grades 6-12 enjoyed an uplifting and powerful message by Bob Lenz, an author and national speaker. In his message to the students, Bob stressed the Value of each person and their tremendous worth, Courage to stand up for what is right, and Respect for each other, teachers, their parents, and for the diversities that make each of us unique. Bob Lenz speaks to...
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Joshua Ward Receives Statewide Employment Award

After Pomp and Circumstance plays at graduation ceremonies, most teens experience trepidation and uncertainty about their future, and Joshua Ward, of Sandy Creek, was no different. Joshua was not likely to pursue a college degree. Instead, he was considering his options after graduating from an inclusive class at Sandy Creek High School. During his secondary school years, Joshua participated in a...
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Japanese educators visit Sandy Creek to do a bit of learning

Sandy Creek, NY -- In Japan, special education students never attend classes with other students. They go to a special school by themselves. "We are here to visit to see how they do inclusion," Japanese high school teacher Masahiro Nosaka said through an interpreter. "We want to see how it's done and how it's working here." "Here" was the Sandy Creek school district, which has had a total...
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