Fresh Connections Club members dived into all things corn at a recent meeting.
Members made cornbread, corn dip and popcorn using kernels straight from the cob.
It was a great meeting as students practiced teamwork by husking, prepping and cleaning up together, even preserving part of our harvest by freezing corn for future use.
We’re proud of our students for trying new tools, new foods and new skills!
Members made cornbread, corn dip and popcorn using kernels straight from the cob.
It was a great meeting as students practiced teamwork by husking, prepping and cleaning up together, even preserving part of our harvest by freezing corn for future use.
We’re proud of our students for trying new tools, new foods and new skills!
Many thanks to Cornell Cooperative Extension for organizing our FFA members’ field trip to Whispering Brook Farms last week!
Our Attica FFA maple team headed to Gainesville to learn more about maple tubing methods and, hopefully, expand the number of trees they tap on our campus.
“We came home with many great ideas and an excited group of FFA students,” said Advisor Alyssa Wright.
(Photos courtesy of Alyssa Wright)
Our Attica FFA maple team headed to Gainesville to learn more about maple tubing methods and, hopefully, expand the number of trees they tap on our campus.
“We came home with many great ideas and an excited group of FFA students,” said Advisor Alyssa Wright.
(Photos courtesy of Alyssa Wright)
Mrs. Kristin Janes’ kindergarteners and Mrs. Jessica Edwards fourth graders buddied up earlier this week for a Halloween craft - making ghost rockets!
First, the buddies decorated some old film canisters (remember those?) to make them look like ghosts. Then, they filled the canisters with water and placed them on the sidewalk outside.
The final step? Adding an alka-seltzer tablet to each canister, closing the lids and waiting for the chemical reaction inside to propel the rockets into the air!
The buddies had an absolute BLAST - check it out in the video linked below!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJbr-wpOTF4
First, the buddies decorated some old film canisters (remember those?) to make them look like ghosts. Then, they filled the canisters with water and placed them on the sidewalk outside.
The final step? Adding an alka-seltzer tablet to each canister, closing the lids and waiting for the chemical reaction inside to propel the rockets into the air!
The buddies had an absolute BLAST - check it out in the video linked below!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJbr-wpOTF4
Our 6th graders had a great time yesterday at Beaver Meadow Nature Center in North Java.
Students learned how to bird watch, recognize furs and skulls of various animals and build shelters in the woods.
They even got to meet Zelda, Beaver Meadow’s resident screech owl, and learn about her incredible sense of sight, how she blends in with her environment and how she survives in the wild.
Thanks for having us, Beaver Meadow!
(Photos courtesy of Tina Jordan and Allison Cali)
Students learned how to bird watch, recognize furs and skulls of various animals and build shelters in the woods.
They even got to meet Zelda, Beaver Meadow’s resident screech owl, and learn about her incredible sense of sight, how she blends in with her environment and how she survives in the wild.
Thanks for having us, Beaver Meadow!
(Photos courtesy of Tina Jordan and Allison Cali)
PLEASE SHARE: For a limited time only, the Attica FFA will be restocking our Mobile Farm Stand with fresh, locally grown apples! Stop by and grab some Macoun, Cortland, Fuji or Honeycrisp apples while supplies last.
Your support helps our FFA members continue learning through hands-on agricultural experiences and community projects.
The suggested donation is $5 for 10 apples - stop by and pick some up today!
Your support helps our FFA members continue learning through hands-on agricultural experiences and community projects.
The suggested donation is $5 for 10 apples - stop by and pick some up today!
REMINDER: The Chipotle Night fundraiser for our varsity boys basketball team’s trip to Cleveland in December is TOMORROW - Thursday, Oct. 30.
25% of all sales made at the Batavia Chipotle, 4230 Veterans Memorial Dr., between 5 and 9 p.m. will go to our boys.
PLEASE NOTE: If ordering in person, you must present the flyer below in order for proceeds to go to our basketball team. If ordering online or in the Chipotle app, you must enter the following code: BC3P8MP.
25% of all sales made at the Batavia Chipotle, 4230 Veterans Memorial Dr., between 5 and 9 p.m. will go to our boys.
PLEASE NOTE: If ordering in person, you must present the flyer below in order for proceeds to go to our basketball team. If ordering online or in the Chipotle app, you must enter the following code: BC3P8MP.
Yesterday, our food service team wowed middle and high school students with an Italian sausage taste test!
Students got to sample a delicious new menu item featuring Italian sausage with peppers and onions that will debut on our lunch menus on Nov. 6. The veggies were prepared over the summer using produce grown locally, right here in Western New York and even on our own campus!
Not only was the taste test a hit, but students also enjoyed a tasty Rib-B-Q alongside fresh salads from the salad bar, featuring cherry tomatoes grown and picked by our ag program.
A big shoutout to our food service team for continuing to serve up tasty, nutritious meals to all our Blue Devils!
(Photos courtesy of Alicia Spoth)
Students got to sample a delicious new menu item featuring Italian sausage with peppers and onions that will debut on our lunch menus on Nov. 6. The veggies were prepared over the summer using produce grown locally, right here in Western New York and even on our own campus!
Not only was the taste test a hit, but students also enjoyed a tasty Rib-B-Q alongside fresh salads from the salad bar, featuring cherry tomatoes grown and picked by our ag program.
A big shoutout to our food service team for continuing to serve up tasty, nutritious meals to all our Blue Devils!
(Photos courtesy of Alicia Spoth)
You know what makes practicing writing numbers even MORE fun? A bit of shaving cream!
Shout out to Mrs. Kristin Janes for these great shots of her kindergarteners rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty today for the sake of learning - we love to see it!
Mrs. Elizabeth Winter's AP biology and Mrs. Jenna Linsey's local outdoor sciences students braved the choppy waters of Seneca Lake earlier this week for their annual analysis of the water chemistry, identification of cyanobacteria - the cause of harmful algae blooms - invasive species, and so much more!
It was a great day but the best part? It wasn’t even FREEZING!
Many thanks to the staff at Hobart and William Smith Colleges for this experience!
We’re proud of our students for persevering through the conditions in the name of science!
(Photos courtesy of Elizabeth Winters and Jenna Linsey)
It was a great day but the best part? It wasn’t even FREEZING!
Many thanks to the staff at Hobart and William Smith Colleges for this experience!
We’re proud of our students for persevering through the conditions in the name of science!
(Photos courtesy of Elizabeth Winters and Jenna Linsey)
PLEASE SHARE: Foodlink has several Pop-Up Pantries planned in the coming weeks across Wyoming County.
The pantries help to quickly distribute healthy food in parts of Foodlink’s 10-county service area that have limited access to traditional food pantries.
See the schedule below for more information.
The pantries help to quickly distribute healthy food in parts of Foodlink’s 10-county service area that have limited access to traditional food pantries.
See the schedule below for more information.
Our registration portal for winter sports is now open!
If your student is interested in playing a modified, junior varsity or varsity sport this winter please complete the registration materials at the link below.
Winter sports begin in mid-November, so make sure you register your student as soon as possible!
Link: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/attica-central-athletics
If your student is interested in playing a modified, junior varsity or varsity sport this winter please complete the registration materials at the link below.
Winter sports begin in mid-November, so make sure you register your student as soon as possible!
Link: https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/attica-central-athletics
We hope you had a frighteningly good time last week at the Attica Elementary Parent Teacher Group’s Boo Bash!
We had about 355 kiddos and their families trick-or-treating up and down our elementary school hallways last week - it was truly a sight to see!
Many thanks to all the volunteers and community organizations who sponsored a trick-or-treating station and to the Attica Parent Teacher Group for organizing such a fun event for our students and families.
And a special shout out to everyone who donated to our Snack Pack Program! Thanks to your kindness and support, we’ll be able to provide an abundance of food and snacks to children and families in need within our community.
(Photos courtesy of Sherry Bennett and Dylah Fagan)
We had about 355 kiddos and their families trick-or-treating up and down our elementary school hallways last week - it was truly a sight to see!
Many thanks to all the volunteers and community organizations who sponsored a trick-or-treating station and to the Attica Parent Teacher Group for organizing such a fun event for our students and families.
And a special shout out to everyone who donated to our Snack Pack Program! Thanks to your kindness and support, we’ll be able to provide an abundance of food and snacks to children and families in need within our community.
(Photos courtesy of Sherry Bennett and Dylah Fagan)
Today’s Connect Life blood drive yielded 27 units of blood from our students and staff - incredible!
Many thanks to everyone who donated and an extra thank you to Mr. Luke Simon and Ms. Brooke Schery, who each gave 2 units - you are blood-producing ROCK STARS!
Oh, and a shout out to our Connect Life goody bag crew for keeping donors stocked with water, juice, crackers and cookies!
Many thanks to everyone who donated and an extra thank you to Mr. Luke Simon and Ms. Brooke Schery, who each gave 2 units - you are blood-producing ROCK STARS!
Oh, and a shout out to our Connect Life goody bag crew for keeping donors stocked with water, juice, crackers and cookies!
Blue Devils, get ready to taste something amazing!
Next week, our middle and high school cafeteria will host an Italian sausage test featuring summer-processed peppers and New York-grown onions, locally sourced and packed with flavor.
Did you know New York is one of the top onion-producing states in the U.S.? It’s true!
Onions grown here are known for their sweetness, crunch and versatility - perfect for this flavor-packed dish!
Join us during lunches on Monday, Oct. 27 to try this tasty creation and vote for your favorite.
Your feedback will help decide if this delicious combo makes it onto our November menu, so don’t miss out!
Next week, our middle and high school cafeteria will host an Italian sausage test featuring summer-processed peppers and New York-grown onions, locally sourced and packed with flavor.
Did you know New York is one of the top onion-producing states in the U.S.? It’s true!
Onions grown here are known for their sweetness, crunch and versatility - perfect for this flavor-packed dish!
Join us during lunches on Monday, Oct. 27 to try this tasty creation and vote for your favorite.
Your feedback will help decide if this delicious combo makes it onto our November menu, so don’t miss out!
Get excited Attica, because the first ever Attica School Fall Festival is TOMORROW - Wednesday, Oct. 22 - from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the south end of the middle/high school bus loop, near our high tunnel.
The festival will showcase our district’s Farm to School program, new outdoor learning spaces and school gardens while celebrating the season with our students, families and community.
We've also got a fantastic lineup of free activities for the whole family, including:
• Games: Fall bingo, corn hole, pumpkin tic-tac-toe, knock down the pumpkin can, pumpkin bean bag toss and apple basket toss
• Creative Fun: Color a scarecrow and get a cool fall tattoo.
• Hands-On: Plant an herb and explore the corn sensory bin.
• Memories: Capture the moment at our fun, fall-themed photo booth!
This special event is free for all Attica Central School District families. We can't wait to see you there!
If interested in attending, please fill out the registration form at the link below.
Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HYTadTmDBgIHVTcJ2FjA3ck7AVMLdWYgckApboHtwc8/edit?pli=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExa2pzU3lyeklmNUlFejV5VAEehzJveMQqt1bRPRcCXd3rWFtOIiidPUjyl2Z6sTz9jT0JttvcfeKbEcCts2k_aem_sdy4-Cx8F90C6FHY_iiA5A#responses
The festival will showcase our district’s Farm to School program, new outdoor learning spaces and school gardens while celebrating the season with our students, families and community.
We've also got a fantastic lineup of free activities for the whole family, including:
• Games: Fall bingo, corn hole, pumpkin tic-tac-toe, knock down the pumpkin can, pumpkin bean bag toss and apple basket toss
• Creative Fun: Color a scarecrow and get a cool fall tattoo.
• Hands-On: Plant an herb and explore the corn sensory bin.
• Memories: Capture the moment at our fun, fall-themed photo booth!
This special event is free for all Attica Central School District families. We can't wait to see you there!
If interested in attending, please fill out the registration form at the link below.
Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1HYTadTmDBgIHVTcJ2FjA3ck7AVMLdWYgckApboHtwc8/edit?pli=1&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExa2pzU3lyeklmNUlFejV5VAEehzJveMQqt1bRPRcCXd3rWFtOIiidPUjyl2Z6sTz9jT0JttvcfeKbEcCts2k_aem_sdy4-Cx8F90C6FHY_iiA5A#responses
Middle and high school agriculture students have been busy over the past few months with our district’s latest farm-to-school offering - raising meat birds!
Each day, our students have rotated responsibilities, feeding, watering, moving and monitoring the health of the chickens in our outdoor classroom. Along the way, they’ve gained real-world experience in animal care and teamwork.
Earlier this month, our students loaded the birds up for transport to HLW Acres, where they’ll be processed before being returned to our district.
Once they’re processed, half will be used for instructional purposes here in our district and half will be auctioned off at Attica Partners for Agriculture's annual Harvest Dinner Dance fundraiser.
A huge thanks to our amazing teachers Alyssa Wright and Jill Pierce and Farm-to-School Coordinator Alicia Spoth for leading this effort and guiding our students through such a meaningful experience.
We decided to stop by one of Wright’s recent intro to ag class to see what exactly goes into caring for a meat bird.
Check it out at the link below!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mT-cbXmZ1Q0
Each day, our students have rotated responsibilities, feeding, watering, moving and monitoring the health of the chickens in our outdoor classroom. Along the way, they’ve gained real-world experience in animal care and teamwork.
Earlier this month, our students loaded the birds up for transport to HLW Acres, where they’ll be processed before being returned to our district.
Once they’re processed, half will be used for instructional purposes here in our district and half will be auctioned off at Attica Partners for Agriculture's annual Harvest Dinner Dance fundraiser.
A huge thanks to our amazing teachers Alyssa Wright and Jill Pierce and Farm-to-School Coordinator Alicia Spoth for leading this effort and guiding our students through such a meaningful experience.
We decided to stop by one of Wright’s recent intro to ag class to see what exactly goes into caring for a meat bird.
Check it out at the link below!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mT-cbXmZ1Q0
REMINDER: Attica FFA’s apple sale fundraiser is ongoing!
The FFA has lots of Macoun, Cortland and Fuji apples left for purchase, not to mention the Honeycrisps, which are only available tomorrow - Wednesday, Oct. 22.
See the attached flyer for more information and complete the Google Form at the link below to place your order. You can also scan the QR code in the accompanying image.
Order form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5Ho6xd3QzqBd5wHRZOrBFMf6wcxDrVDV5XuQtYLSzcGUQOA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108816475177917903098&urp=gmail_link
The FFA has lots of Macoun, Cortland and Fuji apples left for purchase, not to mention the Honeycrisps, which are only available tomorrow - Wednesday, Oct. 22.
See the attached flyer for more information and complete the Google Form at the link below to place your order. You can also scan the QR code in the accompanying image.
Order form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5Ho6xd3QzqBd5wHRZOrBFMf6wcxDrVDV5XuQtYLSzcGUQOA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108816475177917903098&urp=gmail_link
Good morning, Attica!
And with a sunrise like this, how can it NOT be a good morning?!
Shout out to 6th grade teacher Mrs. Ellie Durfee for snapping these incredible photos and sharing them with us!
And with a sunrise like this, how can it NOT be a good morning?!
Shout out to 6th grade teacher Mrs. Ellie Durfee for snapping these incredible photos and sharing them with us!
Attica Central Schools is currently hiring for a variety of positions including:
• 1:1 Teacher’s Aide (full-time)
• Crossing Guard (part-time)
• Life Guard (part-time)
• 3rd Grade Long-Term Substitute (full-time)
• High School Math Long-Term Substitute (full-time)
• School Psychologist Long-Term Substitute (full-time)
Visit our website at the link below for instructions on how to apply and to view all our current vacancies.
Come be part of our Blue Devils learning community!
Link: https://www.atticacsd.org/page/open-positions
Congratulations to our Middle School Students of the Month for September, Zander Travale, Weston Meeder, Mileena Ralston and Logan Brueckman!
Zander Travale, a 5th grader, was nominated by Ms. Dawn Woodhouse, Mrs. Krystal Dominick and Mrs. Cori George.
“Zander is the picture of responsibility,” said the nominating trio. “He can be counted on to give his best effort at everything he does, never expecting praise or rewards. He simply finds satisfaction in a job well-done. He is polite, well-spoken, and takes initiative throughout his school day.”
6th grader Weston Meeder was nominated by Mrs. Ryanne Glowny.
“Weston has been working hard to start off the sixth grade year,” Glowny said. “He has a wealth of knowledge to share with others and is a good friend. Keep it up Weston!”
Mileena Ralston, a 7th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Erin Holt.
“She has really taken the 7th grade transition very seriously,” said Holt, “and is giving 100% to the rigor of the academics.”
8th grader Logan Brueckman was nominated by Mrs. Elizabeth Kowalski.
“Logan has been an outstanding student the first month of school,” Kowalski said. “He works hard in class and gets his homework in on time. He loves to volunteer to answer questions and is great at explaining his thought process.”
Zander Travale, a 5th grader, was nominated by Ms. Dawn Woodhouse, Mrs. Krystal Dominick and Mrs. Cori George.
“Zander is the picture of responsibility,” said the nominating trio. “He can be counted on to give his best effort at everything he does, never expecting praise or rewards. He simply finds satisfaction in a job well-done. He is polite, well-spoken, and takes initiative throughout his school day.”
6th grader Weston Meeder was nominated by Mrs. Ryanne Glowny.
“Weston has been working hard to start off the sixth grade year,” Glowny said. “He has a wealth of knowledge to share with others and is a good friend. Keep it up Weston!”
Mileena Ralston, a 7th grader, was nominated by Mrs. Erin Holt.
“She has really taken the 7th grade transition very seriously,” said Holt, “and is giving 100% to the rigor of the academics.”
8th grader Logan Brueckman was nominated by Mrs. Elizabeth Kowalski.
“Logan has been an outstanding student the first month of school,” Kowalski said. “He works hard in class and gets his homework in on time. He loves to volunteer to answer questions and is great at explaining his thought process.”
