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Andrew Sweetman ~ Valedictorian Andrew Sweetman is the son of Marcy Sweetman of Silver Creek and David Sweetman of Hamburg. He is also the grandson of Dick and Lorraine Sweetman and Gaynor and Sharon Homokay. After graduation, Andrew plans on attending the University of Buffalo, Honors College where he will major in Biomedical Sciences. He plans on attending medical school and focus on a job within the medical field. His current ambitions are to be an anesthesiologist, however, this may change while learning more about this diverse field.
Andrew has been an extremely active “Black Knight”. He has participated on Varsity Golf for six years, Varsity Soccer for three years and one year of JV Football. Although he enjoys sports, his heart is in music. Andrew has participated in every musical since third grade. Recently he was Harry MacAfee in “Bye,Bye Birdie” and his sophomore year he played Nicely-Nicely Johnson in “Guys and Dolls”. He has been an integral member of the choral program as Senior Chorus Co-President, and has participated numerous years of All-County, Area All-State and was asked as an alternate for Conference Area All-State. He has also participated in band playing alto-saxophone and holds the Vice President position in the Senior Band.
Andrew has participated and has been an officer of several clubs including Key Club, Student Council, Big Buddy, Natural Helpers, Quiz Club, and National Honor Society, as well as being the President of the Class of 2013. He has been Knight of the Month both in Middle and High School. He was awarded the Rochester Institute of Technology Computer Medal Award and scholarship. Andrew was awarded a scholarship from the National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine to study for a week in Washington, DC, on the field of medicine, and through this trip, he discovered his passion and ambition in the field of medicine.
Andrew looks forward to this next chapter in life, but knows he will miss the incredible friends and memories created here at Silver Creek. He would like to especially thank his friends, family and teachers for pushing him to perform at his best ability. He will leave Silver Creek as an educated individual seeking further learning, but will always remember his roots as a Black Knight.
Anna Hartinger ~ Salutatorian
Anna Hartinger is the daughter of Wayne and Laura Hartinger of Irving. Throughout high school, Anna has participated in many clubs including Student Council, Key Club, The American Indian Youth Organization, National Honor Society, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Yearbook Club, Ski Club, and Foreign Language Club. She has likewise become an officer of a several of the clubs mentioned.
Outside of school, Anna has provided her service to the community by assisting in the Sunset Bay Beach Cleanup, Silver Creek Flood Cleanup, Sunset Bay Flood Cleanup, Martin/Hallmark Family Benefit, Nathan George Foundation Spaghetti Dinner, VFW Spaghetti Dinner, and VFW Chicken Wing Eating Contest. She also provided tutoring service at her school along with volunteering to be a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor for the Silver Creek Central School Swim Program. Anna was a member of the Varsity Swimming Team from 2007 to 2013, the Varsity Cheerleading Team from 2009 to 2013, and the Softball Team from 2007 to 2013. She was Captain of the Swimming Team both her Junior and Senior years, and Captain of the Cheerleading Team her Senior year.
Anna’s high school awards include Honor Roll for academics from 2005 to 2013, rankings in art contests in 2010, WDOE Student Athlete, Most Valuable Player Award for the Swimming Team in 2012 and 2013, Black Knight Award for the Cheerleading Team in 2013, Good Sportsmanship Award for the Cheerleading Team in 2009 and 2010, Knight of the Month in 2009, and was recognized as a Scholar Athlete and Section 6 Athlete for the Swimming Team from 2009 to 2013. During her Senior year at Silver Creek, Anna was additionally awarded the Rochester Institute of Technology Science Award and Scholarship, Business First 2013 All WNY Academic Team Award, Greater Chautauqua FCU Dale Preiss Community Scholarship, and the Native Success Scholarship.
In the fall of 2013, Anna will be attending the State University at Buffalo to pursue a degree in Pharmacology. Her plans are to receive her Doctorate of Pharmacy in hopes of better helping people to understand the purposes and uses of medications in order to utilize them more efficiently in a healthy and positive manner.
She expresses great appreciation of those who assisted her throughout her journey at Silver Creek Central School, and is furthermore driven to become a successful young woman. Megan Stoll #3 Elizabeth Golubski #4
Parents: Donna Stoll and James Azzarella Parents: Brenda and Timothy Golubski
College Plans: I am going to be studying College Plans: Attending Herkimer County at Canisius College in the Fall. Community College and will be on the bowling team and hopefully transfer to a
four-year college to continue my education. Major: Dual major of criminal justice and psychology Major: General Studies
Activities: Honor Society President, Student Council Activities: Bowling, Softball, Co-President of SADD, Student Council, Senior High Chorus, Senior High Band (percussion) Co-President, Class Secretary, Natural Helpers Secretary, Key Club, Band Secretary, Chorus Treasurer, Chautauqua Children’s Career Plans: Undecided Chorale (8 years), Bye Bye Birdie, Guys & Dolls, Area All-State and All-County participant, Big Buddy
Career Plans: In the future, I hope to become a criminal psychologist to study criminals and find out what made them commit their crimes. Marissa Donovan #6
Parents: John & Nadine Donovan
Adam Papero #5 College Plans: I plan to attend Ohio University this fall. Parents: Deborah Papero and Ed Gagola Major: Magazine Journalism College Plans: Oswego Activities: My activities include playing Major: Political Science, Pre-Law basketball and volleyball, being with my friends, reading as much as I can and, of course, shopping. Activities: SADD, GSA, 3-1-3, Key Club, School Store, fundraising for Harlem Career Plans: My ultimate goal is to become editor-in-chief of Wizards Glamour magazine. I wish to travel the world, interview people, and write about the latest trends. Career Plans: Mediation
Karen Pelz #7 Tessa Gibbon #8
Parents: Keith and Christine Pelz Parents: Kim and Michelle Gibbon
College Plans: I have received the USA College Plans: My plan is to attend JCC for scholarship for full paid to Jamestown my first two years of college and enroll in the Community College. I was one of eight Pre-Pharmacy Program where I will graduate high school seniors to be accepted first with an Associate in Science degree and then year into the nursing program but have transfer to a pharmacy school where I will decided to look into several majors for my finish with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree. first semester. Major: Pharmacy Major: Undecided Activities: Cheerleading (Football season Captain), Bowling, Activities: During high school, I spent most of my time with Softball, Band (Treasurer), Chorus, Student Council (Treasurer), my closest friends. I also have a strong enthusiasm for National Honor Society (Vice President), Class Officer (Vice photography, fashion and writing. President), SADD (President), Spanish Club, AFS (President), Key Club, 4H (Club President), Chautauqua Children’s Chorale Career Plans: I have not decided definite plans for my future but hope to pursue a career that will allow me to help people Career Plans: My plan is to become a Pharmacist. such as a therapist, nurse, or another medical career.
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 2 Rachel Leavitt #9 Bethany Dohman #10
Parents: Hal and Betty Leavitt Parents: Andy and Jennifer Kehrer and Bryan and Stacey Dohman College Plans: Full tuition scholarship at Jamestown Community College College Plans: SUNY Oswego
Major: Undecided at this time, however, Major: Meteorology considering psychology or the arts field.
Activities: I play guitar and piano, am an avid reader and Activities: Band (piccolo), singing outside school and hanging enjoy arts and crafts. Throughout High School, I participated in with family and friends Volleyball, Basketball and Softball.
Career Plans: Meteorologist outside New York State Career Plans: To achieve a Master’s Degree in my field of choice to prepare me for the work force ahead.
Photos courtesy of Observer Photographer Matt Panebianco
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 3 Name College/University Name College/University Tucker Antecki Erie Community College Michelle McMasters Work Force Tyler Bain SUNY Brockport Mikayla Miller Erie Community College Bradley Bardo Marines Nellie Mohamed Jamestown Community College Allyssa Brightman Navy Anthony Morales SUNY Brockport Tyson Brown Army Adam Papero SUNY Oswego Jacob Capitano Work Force Megan Parker Jamestown Community College Jade Chamberlain Pittsburgh Inst. of Mortuary Science Karen Pelz Jamestown Community College Courtney Cummings Jamestown Community College Daphne Perry Morrisville State College Rachel Czarnecki Pace Joshua Pfleuger SUNY Fredonia Darius DeNisco Jamestown Community College Maggie Pryll Jamestown Community College Bethany Dohman SUNY Oswego Stephen Quinn Marines Marissa Donovan Ohio University Christian Restivo Alfred State Kimberly Gage Jamestown Community College Dylanne Seeley Erie Community College Edward Gallivan, Jr. SUNY Fredonia Dakota Smith Work Force Tessa Gibbon Jamestown Community College Kyle Smith University at Buffalo Elizabeth Golubski Jamestown Community College Megan Stoll Canisus College Alicia Gorka Monroe Community College Anthony Strong Work Force Christopher Gowan Army Andrew Sweetman University at Buffalo Taylesha Hallmark Genesse Community College Daniel Sweetman Rochester Institute of Technology Philip Hansen SUNY Fredonia Kaitlin Tachibana SUNY Fredonia Anna Hartinger University at Buffalo Adam Tanner Jamestown Community College Reanna Haskins Jamestown Community College Tyler Tulipane Erie Community College Amber Hemphill SUNY Fredonia Justin VanRensselaer Marine Mechanics Inst. Benjamin Hogg Monroe Community College Connor Vara Paul Smith’s College Emily Hughes Work Force Daniel Weimer Niagara University Courtney Irvin Work Force Zedekiah Williams University of Virginia Makalah Jones Utah Valley University Hannah Jopek Jamestown Community College Zachary Klisiewicz Buffalo State Jonathan Klocko Jamestown Community College Cameron Kovel Jamestown Community College Taylor Law Jamestown Community College Rachel Leavitt Jamestown Community College Elijah LeRoy Work Force Stephen Marcey Buffalo State Sydney Martin SUNY Oswego
Class of 2013 Commencement Speaker Emily Joy
Emily Joy, contestant for NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” was born and raised in Western New York. Now living in Charlotte, North Carolina, Emily brings a passion to inspire people everywhere to believe in themselves and reach their full potential regarding their fitness and wellness goals. Aside from educating and inspiring others on health and wellness, Emily is also a Language Arts teacher at Countryside Montessori Middle School, where her varied knowledge and talents are shared with Charlotte’s youth.
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 4 Class Night was held on June 7th and the following character, citizenship and achievement awards were presented to the following seniors:
DISTRICT UNION LOCAL ONE: Essay contest, school & community activities, financial need, unusual circumstances, and timelines. WINNER: BETHANY DOHMAN WINNER: KIMBERLY GAGE WINNER: NELLIE MOHAMED WINNER: MEGAN STOLL
ARMY RESERVE SCHOLAR ATHLETE: WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER
CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY OFFICE OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE: Acknowledgement of academic excellence in becoming Valedictorian and Salutatorian. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER
NASSP/HERFF JONES PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIPAWARD: Acknowledgement of strong leadership skills. WINNER: MEGAN STOLL
SUNY FREDONIA 3-1-3: Participation Award WINNER: BETHANY DOHMAN WINNER: ADAM PAPERO WINNER: MARISSA DONOVAN WINNER: RACHEL CZARNECKI
TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY: A gift of acknowledgement for their excellence in musical performance, composition, and leadership. WINNERS: RACHEL CZARNECKI DARIUS DENISCO EDWARD GALLIVAN TESSA GIBBON ZACH PIERCE PHIL HANSEN BETHANY DOHMAN JUSTIN VANRENSSELAER DYLANNE SEELEY MARISSA DONOVAN REANNA HASKINS DANIEL SWEETMAN ELIZABETH GOLUBSKI SYDNEY MARTIN ANDREW SWEETMAN MEGAN STOLL TAYLESHA HALLMARK CHRIS GOWAN
IELFIELD MEMORIAL: Given in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ielfield, graduates of SCCS, given to a student who has demonstrated excellence and creativity in creative writing, the applied arts, or natural sciences. WINNER: KAREN PELZ
DENNIS J. FLITT MEMORIAL AWARD: Presented to the student who has demonstrated respect for the school and community throughout his/her high school career. WINNER: MEGAN STOLL
SAM CIMINO VFW AUXILIARY: Presented to a girl who showed the greatest overall improvement during her high school career based on academic achievement and attendance. WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER WINNER: EMILY HUGHES
NATHAN GEORGE FOUNDATION: This scholarship will be awarded to one senior boy and one senior girl who will be a 2013 graduate and a player on any athletic team roster at Silver Creek High School. WINNER: ELIZABETH GOLUBSKI WINNER: STEPHEN MARCEY
KATELIN DOCTOR SCHOLARSHIP: This award is given to a student with outstanding attendance, has a GPA of 3.5 or higher, and will attend a 2 or 4 year college or university. WINNER: MEGAN STOLL WINNER: ALICIA GORKA
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 5 HALL CLOTHIER: Given to a student who is planning to attend college and has demonstrated the greatest grasp of problems of government and of international relations. WINNER: KYLE SMITH
AMERICAN LEGION IROQUIS POST #1587: Given to two Native American students based on their effort, achievement, school citi- zenship, athletics, and extra-curricular involvement. WINNER: TAYLOR LAW WINNER: ZEDEKIAH WILLIAMS
HANOVER MEMORIAL POST #148 AMERICAN LEGION: Given to two students who have exemplified through their actions the meaning of Americanism and Citizenship. WINNER: ADAM PAPERO WINNER: MEGAN STOLL
FRANK GERACE MEMORIAL: Given to a student who through his/her actions best demonstrates an understanding of Americanism. WINNER: ANTHONY MORALES WINNER: STEVE QUINN WINNER: DAKOTA SMITH
SILVER CREEK PARENT TEACHER TEAM: Given to a student who maintained an overall average of at least 75% throughout high school and is entering a post high school education program. Each applicant submitted an essay for consideration. WINNER: ALICIA GORKA
BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF THE SILVER CREEK POLICE DEPARTMENT: Given to a student based on outstanding cooperation, personal responsibility, citizenship and sportsmanship; preference given to a student pursuing the study of criminal justice. WINNER: ADAM TANNER
SENECA NATION NATIVE AMERICAN INCENTIVE: Recipients must be attending college, have a final GPA of 80% or higher, and demonstrated appropriate school conduct. WINNER: SYDNEY MARTIN WINNER: ZEDEKIAH WILLIAMS
SILVER LODGE #757: Presented to a student who exemplifies the Masonic teaching; which includes the practice of charity and benevolence, to protect chastity, to respect the ties of blood and friendship, to adopt the principles and revere the ordinances of religion, assist the feeble, guide the blind, support the government, promote learning, love man, fear God, implore his mercy, and hope for happiness. WINNER: DANIEL SWEETMAN WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN
LAKESHORE CHAPTER OF NYS WOMEN, INC: Given to a girl who is continuing her studies at an accredited school or college; payable after her freshmen year, chosen on the basis of character, scholastic standing, and personality. WINNER: KIMBERLY GAGE
LAKE ERIE REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEMS OF NY MEDICAL STAFF: This award is presented to a child of a TLC Health Network employee. WINNER: HANNA JOPEK
KARL E. HAWES JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: This award is given in memory of Karl E. Hawes who was a nationally recognized music educator. WINNER: PHILIP HANSEN
THE KRISTOPHER THOMPSON ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION: This award is given in memory of Kristopher Thompson a 1989 graduate of Silver Creek C.S.D. This award recognizes the student who successfully completed a minimum of three courses in drafting or graphic arts and or computer image generation. The recipient must show an aptitude and desire for furthering their study at an institution of higher education in the field of drafting, graphic arts/design, or computer image generation of commercial art. WINNER: EDWARD GALLIVAN
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NEW YORK STATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: The NYS Education Department awards scholarships to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER WINNER: MEGAN STOLL WINNER: ELIZABETH GOLUBSKI
SALVATORE PAGANO MEMORIAL: Given to a student majoring in accounting or business administration who has been involved in extra-curricular activities in school and community with a strong emphasis on community involvement. WINNER: ALICIA GORKA
EVANS AGENCY: Given to a student who has demonstrated excellence in the natural sciences, based on the highest regents exam grade. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN
GUARCELLO’S: Given to the student with the highest average in three courses of Technology/Industrial Arts. WINNER: KIMBERLY GAGE
RECORD INSURANCE AGENCY: Given by the Record Agency of Silver Creek and Forestville presented to the student who has the highest average of those students majoring in business subjects. WINNER: KYLE SMITH
JEFFERY BROWN MEMORIAL AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING: Given in memory of Jeffery Brown, a 1993 SCCS graduate who lost his life to a drunk driver. The award is based on the best written essay on the topic: What do you think should be done about Drunk Driving? WINNER: ELIZABETH GOLUBSKI
ANTHONY JOSEPH RANDAZZO IV MEMORIAL: Given by family and friends in memory of Anthony Joseph Randazzo IV (AJ) who was a Class of 1993 graduate who was tragically killed in an auto accident. This award seeks to recognize the student who has artistic talent, must be furthering his/her education and must show a good attitude for attempting to do their very best. WINNER: BEN HOGG
SILVER CREEK FIREMEN’S ASSOCIATION AWARD: This award is based upon citizenship, involvement in the community, leadership, and dedication. The long-range expectation of the firemen’s association is that this young adult will enlist or has enlisted with the local fire department and become an active member. WINNER: ANTHONY MORALES WINNER: STEVEN QUINN WINNER: DAKOTA SMITH
HANOVER COMMUNITY CHAMBER: This award is given to the student pursuing a business related major at an accredited institute of higher learning. WINNER: ALICIA GORKA
JOHN PAGANO MEMORIAL: Given by his family seeks to recognize and reward the boy or girl who has demonstrated full effort throughout his/her high school years in both academics and athletics and is continuing his/her education at an accredited four year college. WINNER: ELIZABETH GOLUBSKI
HANOVER HISTORY CENTER IN MEMORY OF DELMAR BRINKMAN: This award seeks to honor the late Delmar Brinkman a life-long resident and 1936 SCCS graduate who was devoted to the preservation of the history of the Town of Hanover. It was through his efforts that we have a room devoted to the preservation of history in the town hall. This is awarded to the student with the highest average in Social Studies based on 3½ units. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN
MARK GUGINO MEMORIAL: Given in memory of Mark Gugino by his family and friends to a student who has demonstrated an appreciation for citizenship involvement and service to the community and/or school through active participation in Key Club (Kiwanis Club.) WINNER: KAREN PELZ
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 7 SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IRS FLEX PLAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND: These awards are presented to a graduating senior who are children of employees participating in the Flex Plan and are continuing their education at a college/university. WINNER: CHRISTIAN RESTIVO WINNER: EDWARD GALLIVAN WINNER: STEPHEN MARCEY
SAM J. CAPPELLINO MEMORIAL: Given in memory of Sam Cappellino who bequeathed his entire estate to the Silver Creek Central School as an expression of gratitude for his pleasant experiences when he was a student here. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER
SILVER CREEK KIWANIS CLUB: Given to a student based on leadership and community service. WINNER: AMBER HEMPHILL
THE THOMAS AND JENNIE MILITELLO FAMILY FOUNDATION AWARD: This award is given to a musical student who has been accepted into an undergraduate music program. This student has also been a four year participant in performance ensembles, NYSMA Soloist, and has been selected for All-County and Area All-State. This student has also studied music privately and has been a lead participant in school musicals. WINNER: PHILLIP HANSEN
MONSIGNOR EDMUND O’CONNOR KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Given to a practicing catholic youth who has chosen to continue his/ her education after high school. WINNER: KIMBERLY GAGE WINNER: EDWARD GALLIVAN
CLASS OF 1987: Given in memory of two deceased members of the Class, Corrine Keddie and Carolyn Griewisch to a student pursuing a career in the medical field. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN
CSEA UNIT 807 OF SCCS: Given to the son/daughter of a Silver Creek CSEA union employee. WINNER: CONNOR VARA WINNER: COURTNEY IRVIN WINNER: STEPHEN MARCEY WINNER: MICHELLE MCMASTERS
HANOVER REPUBLICAN CLUB: Given to a student who has demonstrated excellence in the study of American Government and its political processes. WINNER: ANDREW SWEETMAN
GEORGE BENTGES MEMORIAL: Given in memory of George Bentges presented to a senior who has been accepted at a four year college, ranks in the upper quarter of the graduating class, has been a good citizen, and has been active in extra curricular activities, including athletics, class officer, or any associated activity. WINNER: JOSHUA PFLUEGER
HERMAN & JOAN GRIEWISCH MEMORIAL: Herm and Joanie are remembered for their smiles, laughter, community service, and love for baseball/softball. They truly enjoyed life, family, friends, and helping others. This award goes to a student with the same ambitions and devotion to their own community. WINNER: DAKOTA SMITH
SOUTHERN ERIE COUNTY COUNSELORS: Presented to deserving graduates who will be entering college. WINNER: ALICIA GORKA WINNER: DANIEL WEIMER
REVEREND & MRS I. VINCENT LLOYD MEMORIAL: Given to a student who has been accepted into a program of post-secondary education or training. WINNER: HANNA JOPEK
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 8 SILVER CREEK FIRE DEPARTMENT LADIES AUXILIARY: Given to a son/daughter of a Silver Creek Fire Department member. WINNER: STEVEN QUINN WINNER: DAKOTA SMITH
FRAN BURCHETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP GIVEN IN MEMORY OF FRAN BRUCHETT FORMER BELOVED SILVER CREEK TEACHER: Presented to a graduating student who is continuing their education. Students had to write an essay on what their education means. WINNER: EDWARD GALLIVAN
PETER DOCTOR MEMORIAL AWARD: Each year an incentive award is given to an enrolled high school senior from each tribe who has been accepted into higher education. WINNER: ZEDEKIAH WILLIAMS
BRADLEY A. HORTON MEMORIAL: Given by the parents of Bradley who was a 1999 SCCS graduate. Bradley was a dedicated family man who was committed to helping others. As a carpenter, he enjoyed working with his hands and often used his skills to help build, remodel, or repair the house of a family member, friends, and neighbors. Bradley’s strong work ethic and kind, respectful spirit affected many lives positively. The criteria for this scholarship would be a person who lives his/her life with character, has career goals for a service trade that may include working with his/her hands and/or in the field of conservation or forestry. WINNER: EDWARD GALLIVAN
JAMES S. & ROSE M. TAMPIO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP: Presented to a student to assist in their pursuit of a higher education. WINNER: MEGAN STOLL
LOU DEPASQUALE SCHOLARSHIP: Presented to a student who attended a Career and Technical Education program in the curriculum areas of construction, engineering, or machine trades and is in good academic standing. WINNER: CHRISTIAN RESTIVO
THE SANDRA SACK MEMORIAL AWARD: This award will be given to a graduating senior who will be furthering his or her education in music related field. WINNER: PHILIP HANSEN
NEW YORK STATE CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS: Given to a student who is a dependent of members of the NYSCOPBA. WINNER: MEGAN STOLL WINNER: ALICIA GORKA
SOCIETY OF MAYFLOWER DESCENDANTS: Given to two students for their proficiency in the study of the history of the United States and understanding of the Constitution. WINNER: TESSA GIBBON WINNER: MARISSA DONOVAN
OLIVIA COIA SCHOLARSHIP: Given in memory of Miss Coia, a graduate, beloved teacher, and coach of Silver Creek School. Miss Coia’s family and friends have organized this scholarship to be awarded to a graduating senior who has similar attributes that Miss Coia had as a role model in our school community. WINNER: ALICIA GORKA WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER
DELMAR BRINKMAN MEMORIAL AWARD: This award is given in memory of Delmar Brinkman to a student who is furthering his/her education in environmental studies or conservation. WINNER: CONNOR VARA
NATIVE SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP: Given to a Native senior based on academics and community service. Student previously received this scholarship during a Seneca Nation of Indians Graduation Ceremony. WINNER: ANNA HARTINGER
DUNKIRK FREDONIA LIONS CLUB: This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who will be attending college after high school. WINNER: HANNA JOPEK
PACE UNIVERSITY PACE INCENTIVE AWARD: An academic award given to a student to aid in tuition costs for full time study. WINNER: RACHEL CZARNECKI
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 9
Mr.
Silver Creek Central School P. O. Box 270 Dear Silver Creek Community, Silver Creek, NY 14136 First, I would like to thank the Silver Creek community for the support demonstrated during the recent budget and board election vote. We will continue to work collaboratively and transparently on all future Website: budgets. silvercreekschools.org Next, I would like to thank members of Silver Creek’s Class of 2013. The Class of 2013 has done a
tremendous job all year long modeling positive behaviors which help to set an excellent example for the Phone: 934-2603 younger students in our school community. The school spirit and caring nature of our seniors will leave a FAX: 934-2103 lasting imprint on the Silver Creek School District. With the summer fast approaching please remind your children to continue to make good, smart choices that will keep them and their friends safe. The Silver Creek school community is a close-knit group and student welfare should be the top priority for everyone connected.
I would like to wish everyone a productive and joyous month of June and have a great summer!
Board of Education Sincerely, 2012 - 2013 Martha Howard, President
Matt Bogosian, VP Irene Blakely Dan Ljiljanich Stephen Boothe Superintendent Silver Creek Central School District Greg Cole Marjorie Foxton “Silver Creek Central School District builds bridges with students linking today’s learning to tomorrow’s possibilities.” Scott Pulver
September 2 Labor Day (no school)
September 3 Superintendent’s Conference Day (Faculty to report)
Board Meetings September 4 First Day For Students School board meetings September 23 Superintendent’s Conference Day (Faculty to report) are generally held on the second and fourth October 11-14 Columbus Day (no school) Wednesday of each November 11 Veteran’s Day (no school) month unless otherwise November 27-29 Thanksgiving Recess (no school) noted. Meeting dates are posted on the district December 23-January 1 Holiday Recess (no school) website under Board of January 2 Staff & Students Return Education. January 20 Martin Luther King Day (no school)
January 27-30 Regents Exams (No High School Classes) February 14 Superintendent’s Conference Day (Faculty to report)
February 17 President’s Day (no school) February 18-24 Mid-Winter Recess (no school)
March 21 Superintendent’s Conference Day (Faculty to report)
April 14-21 Spring Recess (no school)
May 23-26 Memorial Day (no school)
June 3-4 Regents Exams (No High School Classes)
June 17-26 Regents Exams (No High School Classes)
June 27 Graduation
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 10 The New York State Report Card for the 2011-2012 school year was recently released by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Silver Creek Central School District continues to be a district in “good standing” in the areas of: English Language Arts (ELA), mathematics, science, and graduation rate. This means that the students made satisfactory progress toward the goal of proficiency. In grades three through eight, student performance is measured on a four-level scoring scale. At the high school level, the Regents Examinations are used to determine the degree of academic success.
In reviewing the report you will notice that our high school has made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in all areas. AYP indicates satisfactory progress toward the goal of proficiency for all students. In ELA, mathematics, and science, AYP is determined by comparing the percentage of students tested and the performance of tested students against NYS defined standards. In graduation rate, AYP is determined by comparing the percentage of students graduating against defined NYS standards.
Our elementary/middle level groups did not meet AYP in all sub-groups. The elementary/middle level met 10 of the 13 accountability measures. The reshaping of our Academic Intervention Services program (AIS) will provide a systematic approach to early intervention at all levels. The link to the 2011-2012 School Report Card is: https://reportcards.nysed.gov/. You can also view it at our website by visiting our Instruction and Technology page.
District Performance at Proficiency (Level 3 –4) as compared to NY Public Schools: (Note: Proficiency percentages indicate scores at levels 3 & 4)
English Language Arts SCCS NYS (using new proficiency level)
Grade 3 55% 51%
Grade 4 51% 53%
Grade 5 63% 56%
Grade 6 65% 64%
Grade 7 51% 49%
Grade 8 51% 35%
Mathematics SCCS NYS (using new proficiency level)
Grade 3 55% 44%
Grade 4 58% 64%
Grade 5 63% 70%
Grade 6 55% 58%
Grade 7 61% 75%
Grade 8 74% 63%
Fiscal Accountability Supplement for Silver Creek Central School
2010—2011 School Year General Education Special Education This Instructional Expenditures $11,044,034 $3,323,098 School Pupils 1,050 143 District Expenditures Per Pupil $10,518 $23,238
Similar Instructional Expenditures $1,484,070,142 $601,562,536 District Pupils 156,405 23,989 Group Expenditures Per Pupil $9,489 $25,077
All Public Instructional Expenditures $29,473,160,406 $12,260,104,540 Schools in Pupils 2,688,528 412,226 NY State Expenditures Per Pupil $10,963 $29,741
Similar District Group Description: High Need/Resource Capacity Rural
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 11 District Enrollment Average Class Size Average Class Size is the total registration in specified 2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 classes divided by the number of those classes with registration. Common Branch refers to self-contained classes in Grades 1-6
Pre K 51 51 51 2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 Kindergarten 99 100 87
Grade 1 96 85 70 Common 19 18 18 Grade 2 84 60 89 Branch Grade 3 64 87 69 Grade 8 Grade 4 92 72 80 English 19 17 Grade 5 73 84 82 Mathematics 20 19 17 Grade 6 83 77 75 Science 20 20 17 Ungraded 0 0 0 Social Studies 20 19 15 elementary Grade 10 Grade 7 77 79 82 English 17 Grade 8 80 77 87 Mathematics 18 17 18 Grade 9 73 84 81 Science 19 18 23 Grade 10 85 74 67 Social Studies 20 18 18 Grade 11 72 65 97 Grade 12 67 97 94 Attendance & Suspensions Ungraded 5 7 7 secondary 2010-11 2009-10 2008-09 Totals K-12 1,050 1,048 1,067 # % # % # %
Annual Attendance 94% 93% 94% Student Racial/Ethnic Origin Rate
2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 Student 71 7% 44 4% 37 3% Suspensions American 13% 15% 13% Indian Black 1% 1% 1%
Hispanic 5% 2% 3% Staff Counts
White 76% 68% 82% 2011- 2010- 2009- 2012 2011 2010 Multiracial 4% 13% n/a
Asian 1% 1% n/a Total other professional 15 14 25 staff
Total paraprofessionals* 21 20 23 Assistant Principals 0 0 0 Principals 3 3 3
* Not available at the school level
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 12 District Accountability in ELA, Math, Science, and Graduation Rate ~ Good Standing On which accountability measures did this district make Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) and which groups made AYP on each measure?
Elementary/Middle Level Secondary Level
Student Groups English Language Mathematics Science English Language Mathematics Graduation Rate Arts Arts
All Students
Ethnicity
American Indians or Alaska Native
Black or African American
Hispanic or Latino
Asian or Native Hawaiian/ Other Pacific Islander
White X
Multiracial
Other Groups
Students with Disabilities X X ------
Limited English Proficient
Economically disadvantaged
Student Groups making AYP in X 4 of 5 X 3 of 5 3 of 3 3 of 3 3 of 3 1 of 1 each subject
Teacher Qualifications AYP Status Key
2011-12 2010-11 2009-10 Made AYP
X Did not make AYP
Total Number of Teachers 103 111 110 - - - There were not enough students to make an Percent with no valid teaching certificate 0% 0% 0% AYP determination
Percent teaching out of certification 1% 1% 0% Percent with fewer than 3 years experience 6% 4% 4% Percentage with Master’s Degree plus 30 hours 14% 14% 13% or doctorate Total Number of Core Classes 237 248 169 Percent not taught by highly qualified teachers 2% 1% 1% in this district Percent not taught by highly qualified in high- 7% 5% 6% poverty schools statewide Percent not taught by highly qualified in low- 1% 0% 1% poverty schools statewide Total Number of Classes 405 409 426 Percent taught by teachers without appropriate 1% 0% 2% certification
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 13 The 6th grade supply lists are as follows: CLASS TEACHER REQUIRED SUPPLIES (1) 2-inch 3-ring binder (2) 1-subject spiral notebooks English Mr. Wright Lined loose leaf paper—wide ruled Yellow highlighters (1) 2-inch 3-ring binder (1) 1-subject spiral notebook Math Mrs. Cave Lined loose leaf paper (5) Tab dividers Science Mr. Prevet 25-50 clear plastic sheet protectors (5) Hard-cover black & white composition notebooks Social Studies Mr. Norton Colored pencils Markers Pocket folder with prongs Family & Consumer TBD Lined loose leaf paper Science Pens and pencils Yellow pocket folder (3) Pencils with erasers Art Mrs. DiBiase-Ryan Cap erasers for each pencil Small hand-held pencil sharpener (1) Box of tissues (4) Yellow 2-pocket folders with prongs All Classes Pens and pencils Cap erasers
The 7th grade supply lists are as follows: CLASS TEACHER REQUIRED SUPPLIES 1-inch 3-ring binder Tab dividers English Lined loose leaf paper 7TH Grade Mrs. Kempster (Black) Highlighters Supply List Post-It Notes Pens and/or pencils Red 2-inch 3-ring binder PLEASE TAKE NOTE Math (5) Tab dividers Mrs. Burr (Red) (12) Pencils with extra cap erasers Pencil pouch that will click into binder To help with organization, 2-inch 3-ring binder Science we have suggested a color Mr. Bish Tab dividers (Green) for specific subjects. We Pens and/or pencils also suggest purchasing an 1.5-inch or 2-inch 3-ring binder (to be used throughout 7th & 8th grade) inexpensive flash drive for (4)Yellow pocket folders with prongs Social Studies your child to use throughout Mr. Graf Pens and/or pencils (Blue) the year so work can be 1-subject spiral notebook saved and worked on from Box of tissues home and school. 1-subject spiral notebook Spanish Lined loose leaf paper Mr. VanDette (White) Pocket folder with prongs Also, we have noticed that Pens and pencils the flexible binders fit a little Technology Mr. Francisco Pocket folder—any color better in the lockers. Students are expected to Pocket folder—any color bring pens and pencils to Health Mr. Johengen Lined loose leaf paper each class every day. Pens and/or pens
Family & Pocket folder with prongs Consumer TBD Lined loose leaf paper Please check with your child Science Pens and pencils periodically to see if he/she Pocket folder still has pens/pencils during Art (3)Pencils with erasers the year. Mrs. DiBiase-Ryan (Orange) Cap erasers for each pencil Small hand-held pencil sharpener Thank you. Seneca 3-subject notebook Language and Mrs. Tahamont 3x5 index cards Culture Pocket folder (Purple)
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 14 The 8th grade supply lists are as follows:
CLASS TEACHER REQUIRED SUPPLIES
White 2-inch 3-ring binder (8) Tab dividers 3-subject notebook and composition notebook English Mr. Charles Lined loose leaf paper Highlighters Post-It Notes Blue or black ink pens
Red 2-inch 3-ring binder Lined loose leaf paper Math Ms. Steenberg (4) Tab dividers Pencils
Green 2-inch 3-ring binder Science Mrs. Smith (5) Tab dividers Pencils & blue or black ink pens
Blue 1.5-inch or 2-inch 3-ring binder (4) Yellow pocket folders with prongs (15) Tab dividers Pens and/or pencils Social Studies Mr. Waterman College ruled loose leaf paper (4) Different color highlighters Supply pouch (pen bag) to fit inside 3-ring binder Spiral notebook
1-subject spiral notebook Pocket folder with prongs Spanish Mr. VanDette Lined loose leaf paper Pens and pencils
Technology Mr. Francisco Pocket folder—any color
Pocket folder—any color Health Mr. Johengen Lined loose leaf paper Pens and/or pens
Pocket folder with prongs Family & TBD Lined loose leaf paper Consumer Science Pens and pencils
Blue pocket folder (3) Pencils with erasers Art Mrs. DiBiase-Ryan Cap erasers for each pencil Small hand-held pencil sharpener
3-subject notebook Seneca Language Mrs. Tahamont 3x5 index cards and Culture Purple pocket folder
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 15 Silver Creek Elementary School Choruses Awarded GOLD Honors At NYSSMA Spring Evaluation Festival
The Silver Creek Elementary Chorus, Intermediate Chorus, and thia Gray assisted by Mrs. Nicole Zenns on sleigh bells, Winter’s Sunshine Singers traveled to Chautauqua Lake High School on Masquerade by Sonia Poorman, also in three parts, and a two- Wednesday, May 8, 2013 to participate in the New York State part arrangement of For The Beauty Of The Earth by John School Music Association (N.Y.S.S.M.A.) Spring Choral Rutter. The Sunshine Singers received a plague designating a Evaluation Festival. Written comments were received from two GOLD rating at Level III as well. certified NYSSMA adjudicators, who commented on evaluative categories including tone, intonation, balance, technique, The judges’ evaluations for the choruses included such accuracy, diction, interpretation, discipline, appearance, and comments as “You sing with a healthy vocal technique.”, “Most appropriate choice of music. impressive unison and antiphonal singing.”, “Great choirs and great repertoire.”, and “It is a joy to watch you because you As beginners, the Elementary Chorus of 3rd graders sang at obviously enjoy what you do!”, All of the choruses were N.Y.S.S.M.A. Level I, with their selections including New Shoes prepared and conducted by Elementary Choral Director Daniel Blues by Roger Lentz with soloists Kyra Y., Autumn E., and L. Bromsted, and were assisted by Mrs. Fran Page on piano. Amanda I., followed by Wind on The Hill and Who Has Seen The Chaperones included Mrs. Zenns and Mrs. Page as well as Mrs. Wind? both written by Victoria Ebel-Sabo and featuring Mrs. Alberta Roth, Mrs. Dennine Vara, and student teacher Miss Nicole Zenns on flute. The Elementary Chorus received a plaque Laura Giberson. designating a GOLD rating: “Gold rating will be awarded to organizations that have demonstrated an outstanding level of The Sunshine Singers are also noted for their excellent Fall technical and artistic skill in each of the evaluative categories Musical productions, with past endeavors including “Tom for all three selections.” Sawyer”, “Johnny Appleseed”, “Robin Hood”, “Davy Crockett”, “Scrooge”, “A Knight To Remember”, and most recently The Intermediate Chorus then sang at a N.Y.S.S.M.A. Level II, “Cinderella”. A production of “Alice In Wonderland” is already which is the recommended level for advanced elementary being planned for the Fall of 2013. school choruses, and performed two-part treble arrangements including the jazz selection Spring by Dave Riley, Stopping By In addition, all of choruses regularly perform at four annual Woods On A Snowy Evening by Vera Kistler with sleigh bells concerts throughout the school year at Silver Creek Elementary th played by 4 grader Jacob H. and flute played by Mrs. Zenns, School. The final concert of this year will be held on Wednes- and the first movement of Reflections Of A Lad At Sea: The day, May 15th with a 9:00 AM as well as 7:00 PM performance Captain’s Mate by Don Besig and Nancy Price. The Intermedi- in the district auditorium. The Elementary Band under the di- ate Chorus also received a plaque designating a GOLD rating at rection of Mrs. Zenns will also be featured as well as the cho- Level II. ruses in the concerts.
The Sunshine Singers followed the other two ensembles and The administration, faculty, and staff at Silver Creek Elemen- performed at a designated N.Y.S.S.M.A. Level III, which tary School, as well as their parents and the community are all exceeds the recommended level for advanced elementary extremely proud of the wonderful accomplishments of these th th school choruses. This select ensemble of 4 and 5 graders young singers. sang Winter Sleigh Ride , a three-part winter song by Cyn-
SILVER CREEK ELEMENTARY NYSSMA SOLOISTS FARE WELL
On Friday, May 17th, 2013, eleven fifth grade students traveled to Jamestown High School to perform at the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Spring Solo Evaluation Festival. These young musicians had prepared Level I (difficulty level) NYSSMA vocal solos which they performed for a certified New York State Adjudicator. Performers were presented with a written evaluation which included comments in several categories, including tone, intonation, technique, diction, accuracy, interpretation, and sight-reading, as well as a certificate of participation.
Grades received by all of the Silver Creek Elementary students ranged from 28 points to 25 points and were des- ignated as Outstanding (scores of 26-28) or Excellent (scores of 21-25). The students were prepared and accompanied on piano byElementary Choral Director Daniel Bromsted. Assistance on the trip was provided by parent chaperones.
Participating students included Sameli A., Alexis B., Alyssa B., Brianna B., Kiera B., Brianna C., Angelina L., Liberty L., Noah M., Aurora T., and Olivia Z.
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 16 The Annual Spring All County Music Festival sponsored by Silver Creek Elementary School was well represented in the Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association was the 200 voice Elementary Chorus with seven 5th graders held at the Chautauqua Institute on Saturday, June 1, selected to participate in this prestigious event, including 2013. Following a full day of rehearsals with guest Brianna B., Brianna C., Jaylah C., Casimer K., Angelina conductors, a gala concert was performed in the L., Jessica P., and Marlie S. The singers practiced for Amphitheatre and featured five performing ensembles: several weeks before school, and were presented with the Elementary Chorus, Junior Band, Junior Chorus, participation certificates and Chautauqua stickers at the Senior Band, and Senior Chorus, with the traditional completion of the festival by Elementary Music Teacher finale performed by the Junior and Senior ensembles at Mr. Daniel L. Bromsted. The children were assisted on the end. festival day by chaperone Elizabeth Kowal. Congratulations for representing our school well! The Elementary Chorus performed under the direction of Erin Scudder from Amherst Middle School. She chose a varied program of choral literature for treble voices including My Own Song by Crystal LaPoint Kowalski, For the Beauty of the Earth by John Rutter, Dodi Li, an Israeli Folksong sung in Hebrew, and Kusimama (‘Stand Tall’) by Jim Papoulis sung in Swahili and English.
KEY CLUB MEMBERS ATTEND KEY CLUB CONVENTION By: Bridget Case
Key Club is an international student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character and develop leadership.
Each year, our members organize and volunteer at a Halloween Haunted House held at the school. We also volunteer at Silver Creek’s Santa in the Park and Toy Drive. This provides us with a wonderful opportunity to interact with some of the youngest members of our community and to provide less fortunate families with the spirit of the holidays. Throughout the year, we organize several fundraisers, including a mum sale in the fall, poinsettia sale in the winter and a flower sale in the spring.
The profits earned from these fundraisers help pay for the Key Club Convention, which we attend every other year. This year we traveled to Albany, for the New York District Convention. We were able to participate in several leadership workshops and interacted with other Key Club members from all over New York State. The purpose of the Key Club Convention is to collaborate with fellow members and share ideas about how to strengthen our communities. We learned a great deal about promoting citizenship and hope to broaden our involvement in our community next year.
Our annual Italian Night Spaghetti Dinner was held on May 21st. Proceeds from this event will also help fund our trip to the Key Club Convention in 2015.
Although our club numbers are strong, we hope to gain even more members next year. Key Club members build lasting friendships while becoming upstanding citizens.
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 17 Silver Creek Elementary Primary Classes present Spring Thing 2013: “A Disney Spectacular!”
Spring Thing 2013: “A Disney Spectacular!” was presented in the Silver Creek High School Gymnasium on Friday, June 14th at a 9:00 AM performance. Over three hundred pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade students representing twenty primary classrooms gave the annual presentation to a full house of guests which included parents, grandparents, relatives, neighbors, teachers, students, and friends.
Introduced by Mr. R. Scott Rudnicki, Elementary Principal, the performance included large and small group songs from the Wonderful World of Disney, including themes from television, animated movies, and theme parks, including the opening song “The Mickey Mouse March”. Classrooms were then ushered to the choral risers for their individual presentations by grade level by none other than Mickey and Minnie Mouse (1st grade teachers Brittany Jahreis and Janelle Smith). The pre-kindergarten classes opened the program with songs from the classic movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, which included “Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho” and “Whistle While You Work”. These songs were assisted by pre-kindergarten teachers Tracy Ciancio as Snow White, and Wendy Giampaolo as “Doc” with further assistance by 4th grade members of the Sunshine Singers as the remaining Dwarfs. The kindergarten classes performed next featuring songs from Peter Pan, including “I Can Fly” and “Following the Leader” with kindergarten teachers Shannon Matson and Heather Westlund dressed as Tinker Bell and Peter Pan. A second large group song followed with the presentation of “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah” from Song of the South with assistance by 2nd grade teacher Courtney D’Angelo as the Green Frog. The 1st graders took the stage next with three songs from Mary Poppins, which included “Chim Chim Cheree”, “A Spoonful of Sugar”, and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”, and were assisted by 1st grade teachers Lynn Feeley, singing and acting the role of Mary Poppins, and Craig Lamoreaux as Bert the Chimney Sweep. They were ably followed by the 2nd graders as they sang various Disney songs including “I’ve Got No Strings” (Pinocchio), “The Ballad of Davy Crockett” (Davy Crockett), and “Bare Necessities” (The Jungle Book) with an appropriate second visit by Miss D’Angelo as the Green Frog. The children said good-bye with a very sad version of “The Mickey Mouse Alma Mater” and a traditional rendition of the Spring Thing signature song “It’s A Small World” which is featured at Walt Disney World and Disneyland appropriately ended the program.
The production was conceived and conducted by Elementary Choral Director Daniel L. Bromsted with Elementary Instrumental Director J. Nicole Zenns acting as piano accompanist, and was rehearsed during general music classes over the past several weeks.
This performance represented a fine collaborative effort, from the support of the primary faculty, to additional sound assistance provided by Kevin Rice. The custodial staff under the supervision of Mr. Michael Daniels completed the set-up of choral risers, chairs, and set pieces. Large wooden trees designed and built by Butch Shields provided an appropriate backdrop for the program, and were decorated as well with balloons to match the theme. Special thanks also goes to the High School Principal Mr. Jim Klubek and the Physical Education faculty for the use of the high school gymnasium, the SCCS Administration and Elementary Principal Mr. R. Scott Rudnicki, as well as the parents and the community for their continued support of this annual program.
Spring Thing was first conceived in 1963 to provide a performance outlet for primary-aged children not yet old enough to participate in the choral or instrumental music programs offered at the school. Productions performed at the end of the school year now span fifty years. This years’ production was the nineteenth and final one for Mr. Bromsted, and the second for Mrs. Zenns, with themes of past performances including Story Time (3 one-act musical plays), An Aesop Adventure (moral stories in song), The Circus (circus acts and songs), A Calendar of Song (holiday songs), A Visit With Mother Goose (nursery rhyme songs and poems), It’s A Jungle Out There! (animal songs of friendship), Sing A Rainbow (songs about colors), and It’s History! (a celebration of the American Folksong) to name but a few. Plans are already being made for continuation of this great musical tradition as the 51st edition of Spring Thing is scheduled for June 13th, 2014.
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On behalf of the Silver Creek Village Board I would like to extend my congratulations to all of the student athletes and their coaches for having successful programs throughout this past school year. We are especially proud of the boys’ basketball team and their accomplishments that have put our small village and school district on the map. We also would like to extend our congratulations to the Lacrosse team for a successful season.
I would also like to extend my congratulations to all of the school board members on a great job that they have done with this coming school year’s budget and the success of passing that budget. This only goes to show that the people of this district have confidence in all of you and the great job that you continue to do for the students and the communities that make up our district.
I would also like to congratulate the newly elected members on their success of being elected to the school board and know that they will continue on with the tradition of putting our students and education first and foremost in our school district.
Again on behalf of the village board we want to wish all of the graduating class of 2013 at Silver Creek Central School success in all of their future endeavors. This includes athletics and education if that is what is in their plans. We want to wish all of the students that their summer is filled with safety and enjoyment in no matter what they do. Those students that will be returning in the fall, keep up the hard work and continued success in the class rooms and in any sports participation that you plan on being a part of.
Continued success,
Mayor Nicodemo (Nick) Piccolo
By: Annette Logan
Plans are well underway for this year’s Festival Also occurring on Saturday is a new event – The Taste of – our 46th – and here’s some information about Hanover! From 11 a.m. until 5 p.m., several local restaurants what’s happening this year. will be preparing some of their signature foods for you to sample for a small fee. As in other “taste” events, you purchase tickets and then turn in the tickets at the various The Festival of Grapes Pageant will be held on places for yummy treats! The Taste of Hanover will be set up Saturday, September 14th at 6:15 p.m. at the in the tennis courts along side the wine tasting tents. high school. The Pentathlon, which is open to boys ages 7 and 8, will be held on Monday, September 16th at 6:00 p.m. at the high school parking lot. A rain date for the pentathlon will be Well, that’s just a sampling of things to come at the 2013 Tuesday, September 17th. The opening ceremony for the Festival of Grapes. We hope you’ll stop down and join all the Festival is Thursday, September 19th at 6:00 p.m. followed at fun. 7:00 by the annual Grape Stomp! Stop down and cheer for your favorite stompers!
Our third annual Duck Race will be held on Saturday, July 13th at 10:00 (water level in the creek permitting). This event is held at the creek behind the VFW and is a fund raiser for the Village of Silver Creek festival. You can start “buying” your ducks at the Children’s Office: Municipal Building th Fair which is on Saturday, June 8 and after that at Just Pets 172 Central Avenue in Irving. Silver Creek, NY 14136 Phone: 934-3240 ~ Fax: 934-2700 Website: silvercreekny.com On the Saturday of the festival, don’t miss several new performances. At 11:00 a.m., come watch Clumsy the Village Board meetings are held on the Entertainer, a master juggler and comedian, at noon check out 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. the Eclectic Dance Company’s performers, and at 1:00 p.m., Workshop at 7:00 p.m. ~ Board Meeting at 8:00 p.m. don’t miss magician, Todd Nelson, as he performs incredible illusions.
SILVER CREEK CENTRAL SCHOOL ~ SILVERLINER ~ PAGE 19 Forestville Couples College Student SCCS Student/ Single Membership Type of Residents Membership 18-24 Monthly Staff Community Ages 18-55 Membership w/ College ID Member 55+
$30 $35 $10 $20 $25 1 Month
$70 $95 $55 $65 3 Months
$120 $180 $85 $120 6 Months
$180 $310 $155 $170 Full Year
Students in Mr. Tomaszewski’s Environmental Systems Class recently enjoyed a “solar” cook out.
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