Please see a letter from Superintendent Douglas Premo
regarding the mask mandate and letter from the NYSDOH
to the CDC regarding mask mandates.
Please visit our home page at www.southlewis.org for important information regarding a Mask Mandate Stakeholder Survey and provide feedback to the District. Please review the attached informational flyer and letter from the NYSDOH to the CDC.
Please see district home page to access the Federal Stimulus Funds Stakeholder Survey to provide feedback to the District on how to best utilize these funds. Please see attached letter for additional information.
Next in the Senior Spotlight Lineup is Devan G. Maurer. Devan is currently a Criminal Justice student at the Howard G. Sackett Technical Center in Glenfield and has been accepted at Mohawk Valley Community College and at SUNY Canton. Throughout his high school years, Devan maintained law and order on the soccer field. This year he was selected as an All-Star and, in 2018, he was a member of the Section III Championship Team. The verdict is in: Devan is a winner in our book, and we look forward to many great things from in the future!
Now back to our regularly scheduled program: Showing up in the Senior Spotlight this morning is Courtney A. Ebersol. Courtney is an active member of FFA and last week made South Lewis Headlines as one of the participants in Drive-Your-Tractor-to-School Days. In addition to a full schedule of agricultural activities, Courtney found time in her high school years to be a part of the soccer and volleyball teams. In the fall, Courtney plans to head to Cobleskill where she will major in Dairy Science. Future headline: Ebersol, like milk, for a stronger tomorrow! Best of luck, Courtney.
And some final Tractor Days pictures to challenge perceptions:
Courtney Ebersol and Ella Sherman show the world that "princess" and "farmer" aren't mutually exclusive.
Carl Sherman shows the world that "fun" and "school" aren't mutually exclusive.
Thank you all for participating and for "Learning to Do" and "Doing to Learn". Your simple insight is a credit to us all.
Class of 2021 Members Christopher Higby and Jordan Brown both received "Best Overall" awards for their tractors (Chris yesterday and Jordan today). Chris also received an award today for "dirtiest" tractor. Thanks, fellas, no matter the state of tidiness for your rides, we appreciate that you participated in this good, clean fun! (Thanks, Mrs. Delles and the Student Council for keeping alive the Spirit Week traditions.)
Another Drive-Your-Tractor-to-School-Day Award:
Winning the distinction of "Best Antique Tractor" is sophomore Warren Covey. Warren rolled in this morning with 1952 Farmall. We South Lewis Falcons sure do appreciate that color, and some of really like the Vans too (though not sure they are farm safe). Thanks, Warren, for adding to Spirit Week fun!
South Lewis High School Spirit Week is all about showing true Falcon Spirit, and there's nothing like Tractor Day to DRIVE home (or to school) that point! Chris Higby, Courtney Ebersol, Andrew Higby, Ella Sherman, and Jordan Brown all proudly showed up today with farm machinery of all sizes, colors, makes, models, and years. It is a sight to behold, so, if you've got the time, treat yourself and drive on by the Turin campus. You won't be disappointed.
Congratulations to this guy, Hunter Nickerson, who was an award winner in today's Drive-Your-Tractor-to-School-Day Contest. Hunter's award MAY have had something to do with leaking the most fluid. Even Mother Nature felt that Hunter was deserving of the title: at the end of the day, as Hunter drove off el fresco, the heavens opened, and showered down upon our smiling country boy. (Many thanks to Mrs. Howard who coordinated this part of the Spirit Week celebration!)
Let's turn a PAIGE in the Senior Spotlight and present another South Lewis Class of 2021 member: Paige M. Axtell. Paige has spent her high school career exploring possibilities and getting involved. Throughout the years, Paige has participated in various sports, including swimming, basketball, and softball, and, in the spring of 2019, Paige was a member of the Section Winning Track & Field Team. What an honor! Good luck to you, Paige! We can't wait to see how you write the next chapter of your life.
Next on the docket for the Senior Spotlight is Grace E. Mear. Grace, who has made a name for herself as a South Lewis songbird and musician, hopes to one day be well known in legal circles also. Grace has been accepted into Champlain College's Law Program and intends to lend her voice as a prosecuting attorney in the courtroom. In addition to being a member of the National Honor Society and a South Lewis Scholar, Grace is an athlete who has played soccer, softball, and volleyball. Grace, we have no objections to your future plan. It is in your court now!
Stepping into the Senior Spotlight this morning is Ethan G. Youngs. Ethan fits the role as "the strong and silent type": he is kind, quiet, quick with a smile, and always ready to lend a helping hand. Ethan is a well-rounded student whose interests vary from art to economics, from science to physical fitness . This year, Ethan was named a South Lewis Lions Scholar and plans to attend college next year. Ethan has been accepted by Mohawk Community College and Utica College. Congratulations, Ethan! We applaud you for remaining South Lewis Strong!
Smile, Lauren M. McGuire, you are next in the Class of 2021 Spotlight! Lauren, a South Lewis Lions Scholar and a National Honor Society Member, is college bound and has received acceptance to SUNY Broome and SUNY Jefferson. In her high school years, Lauren has played soccer, been a vital member of the Falcon volleyball program, was a part of the track & field team, and, this year, participated in the varsity ski and golf programs. With her sunny disposition Lauren can easily put a smile on your face, and, we are in luck, her future plans include brightening smiles for a living as a dental hygienist. Way to keep the world shiny and bright, Lauren.
It's that time of year when we spotlight the South Lewis Seniors and their achievements. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!
First up is Ian W. Anderson. Ian, a South Lewis Lions Scholar, is ready to take his show on the road to SUNY Brockport, which is the perfect venue to show off his all-round athletic abilities. Throughout high school, Ian has been a Falcon football player, and, when that wasn't an option in the fall 2020 season, Ian became a Falcon "futbol" player on the varsity soccer team. On the varsity baseball team, Ian has been a pitcher for the past four years; and, as a member of the varsity basketball team, Ian scored 1008 career points. Great work, Ian. Thanks for sharing your love of the game -- any game -- and for showing true Falcon spirit!
A great night for South Lewis CSD! Budget passed 221-80. Buses passed 225-72.
Congratulations to Jessica Carpenter (239 votes) and Blake Place (127 votes) who were elected to the Board of Education.
THANK YOU FOR ALL THE SUPPORT!!
Please see a letter dated 5.14.21 from Superintendent Douglas Premo regarding an update on six COVID+ cases connected to the school district.
Please see a flyer regarding a COVID-19 Adolescent Vaccine Clinic for students age 12 and older that will be held at school. More information and all forms can be found on the District website and is being sent home hard copy with all eligible students.
Attention parents of current 4th grade students: The Middle School will be hosting a parent orientation session on Monday, May 17 at 7:00 pm. If you plan to attend, please R.S.V.P. to the Middle School Office (315-348-2570) as soon as possible. Please remember this event is limited to adults only. Thank you!
A reminder to all parents/guardians of 8th grade students, the deadline to complete the Moving Up Event survey is Monday, May 17th. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!