Staff at Airline Drive Academy and Maywood Academy set the tone for a productive school year as they welcomed new and returning students to their classrooms. The goal for the start of the school year is to ensure students feel grounded, supported and ready to learn. “Walking through our halls and visiting classrooms, I am …
Students at Maywood Academy capped their first full week of school with an interactive activity to help familiarize them with key areas of their school building. Organized by Maywood’s Culture Committee, students across grade levels participated in the Ultimate School Scavenger Hunt on Friday, Sept. 18. The goal of the activity, according to Speech Therapist …
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A story about an octopus whose tentacles represent the qualities one needs to overcome adversity brought joy to students at Maywood Academy. Jennifer Hendricks-Fogg, an author and motivational speaker—whose son, Logan, attends Maywood— visited the school for an interactive storytime. She read her latest book, Ocho the Brave Octopus, which was inspired by true events. …
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Airline Academy held its annual Cops with Cones event on Thursday, Aug. 6. The event was hosted by Capital Region BOCES School Resource Officer Matt Stott and his friends from the Colonie Police Community Services Unit. The officers eagerly served students and staff scoops of their favorite ice cream, which was generously provided by Stewart’s …
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When it comes to planning activities that get students moving and socializing, staff at Maywood Academy are full of ideas. Speech Therapist Kristin Degan and Physical Therapist Jamie Ascher work as a team to plan events that support students’ developmental skills. With the help of School Social Worker Christine Scherbyn, Degan and Asher took students …
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There were ambulances, fire trucks and police cars at the Maywood Academy at Capital Region BOCES this week, but there were no emergencies. Rather, area first responders turned out in force to spread a vital message of safety among students with diverse needs. Members of the Verdoy Volunteer Fire Department, Colonie Police Department and Colonie …
Emily Cetnar has joined Capital Region BOCES as assistant principal of special education public school programs (Region 2). Cetnar will work alongside Region 2 Principal John Clausson. “Emily is a great addition to our team,” said Clausson. “She has a wealth of knowledge and cares deeply about the students we serve. Her leadership will go …
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Fifth and eighth grade students at Airline Drive Academy were celebrated for their academic achievements during moving-up and graduation ceremonies at the school on June 24. The celebrations marked new chapters in the students’ lives, some who will be heading to middle school at Airline and others who will be attending high school at Maywood …
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Students in the Skills for Employment, Life and Functional Independence (SELFI) Program were recognized during a graduation and end-of-year celebration on June 17 at Capital Region BOCES. “Graduates, you made it. You showed up for each other and for your jobs, and in turn, they all showed up for you,” said Principal John Clausson. “I …
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Maywood Academy celebrated its 2026 graduating class with a ceremony and reception on June 12. Seven high school seniors were honored for their academic achievements, resilience and the joy they brought to the school community over the years. “Everyone sees you in your cap and gowns and sees your accomplishments, but what they do not …
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