Silver Creek CSD

Silver Creek Elementary School students in Mrs. Heller's class are pictured with the axolotls they created. They had fun making and naming these endangered amphibians related to the tiger salamander. #STEM #wearesilvercreek #blackknightpride #BKP

Rehearsals are underway for Silver Creek High's musical production of "The Addams Family" on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 31-April 2, 2022, at 7 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at 2 p.m. in the auditorium. Tickets -- which cost $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors -- can be purchased online here: https://search.seatyourself.biz/.../silvercreekhs/buy-tix March is #musicinourschoolsmonth. #wearesilvercreek #BKP

I hope that your son/daughter’s school year is going well. We have made it through wintertime, and spring is just around the corner! Please be advised that Mr. Stearns is unavailable and not in the District until further notice. We have arranged for Mrs. Delia (De) Bonenberger to serve as interim elementary school principal until further notice. Most of you will recognize Mrs. Bonenberger’s name as she continues to serve our district in many different capacities. Mrs. Bonenberger served as our interim middle school principal this past fall, interim superintendent during the 2015-2016 school year and additionally, she served as interim elementary principal in the past. Rest assured, Mrs. Bonenberger has a wealth of experience as an educator in our local region, has intimate knowledge of our district, administrative experience at all levels, and a deep sense of commitment to the students and staff of Silver Creek Central School District. Mr. Hall continues to support the elementary school in his administrative capacity as Assistant Director of Elementary Programming. I am confident that Mr. Hall and Mrs. Bonenberger will skillfully continue to meet your child(ren)s’ needs. I will keep you updated on any further developments concerning this matter. In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at (716) 934-2603 ext. 1900.

A student production of "The Addams Family" musical will be staged in the auditorium at Silver Creek High School, 1 Dickinson Street, on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 31-April 2, 2022, at 7 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday, April 3, 2022, at 2 p.m. March is #MusicInOurSchoolsMonth. The community is invited to support our talented Black Knights and the district's performing arts programming. Tickets -- which cost $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors -- can be purchased online here: https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/silvercreekhs/buy-tix

Did you know that Silver Creek Central School District has a KNIGHTS KORNER STORE that sells various Black Knights-branded gear? Please visit this page on the district website to see what Knights Korner Store has in stock: https://www.silvercreekschools.org/page/knights-korner-store-page Community members interested in purchasing something are encouraged to contact Ms. Castiglia via e-mail at rcastiglia@silvercreekschools.org if you have any questions. #wearesilvercreek #BKP #blackknightpride

Here’s a lovely 1975 yearbook photo of student musicians performing on stage at Silver Creek High School for #ThrowbackThursday! March is #MusicInOurSchoolsMonth. #wearesilvercreek

The next step for the proposed Capital Project is a public hearing tonight (Wednesday, March 9, 2022) at 6 p.m. in the Silver Creek High School library. The vote is from 1 to 9 p.m. March 16, 2022. Read more via today’s OBSERVER newspaper: https://www.observertoday.com/news/page-one/2022/03/village-backs-silver-creek-school-project/ #wearesilvercreek

THOMAS L. BARRESI SCHOLARSHIP FUND The Thomas L. Barresi Scholarship was established in August 2009 by the Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce in appreciation for Tom Barresi's 25 years of employment with the chamber and a lifetime of service to the community. Students are eligible to apply if they attend a Chautauqua County School, are pursuing a degree in either business or in elementary education, are active in the community, possess an enthusiasm for life, and demonstrate leadership qualities. The online application form, due to students' guidance departments by April 1, 2022, is available here: https://www.nccfoundation.org/barresi-scholarship via the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. #wearesilvercreek #Classof2022 #blackknightpride

It’s National School Social Work Week! Silver Creek Central School District believes its social workers are instrumental in making a positive effect on our students' lives. They shine brightly for our Black Knight family & our community with hope, understanding and respect. Please join us in thanking our school social workers from March 6-12, 2022! #TimeToShine #SSWW2022 #wearesilvercreek

Registration is now open for Girls on the Run! The program will meet Mondays and Fridays after school and there is no cost to participate. Girls in grade 3-5 at Silver Creek Elementary School received registration forms last week and should return them as soon as possible. Please refer to this flyer for more information. Thank you! #wearesilvercreek #GOTR #BlackKnightPride #BKP

A public hearing on the proposed Capital Project for Silver Creek Central School District is scheduled Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the high school library. Please join us!

The Community Education division of Silver Creek Central School District is offering THREE NEW physical fitness class options! Men’s Basketball: Mondays & Wednesdays from March 14 – June 15, 2022, from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. in the elementary gym. Fee: $20 or $2 per class. Instructor: Dwayne Haskins. Every person on their first visit must sign a waiver. For the Men. Are you finding yourself spending too much time sitting around? Come out twice a week and get some exercise in a fun environment. Hone your skills. Enjoy some friendly competition. POUND FITNESS Session 1: Wednesdays from March 9 – April 27, 2022, from 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. in Crowe Common at the middle school. Registration Fee: $5 per class. Session 2: Wednesdays from May 4 – June 22, 2022, from 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. in Crowe Common at the middle school. Registration Fee: $5 per class. Instruction: Shannon Aures Karcz, Level Up certified POUND and Generation POUND Pro. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable, and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all ages and abilities. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat, sweat towel. Dry sneakers or bare feet are fine. Bring own Ripstix or purchase from instructor. VISIT HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFO: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1770075/Community_Education_Registration_Form.pdf #wearesilvercreek #BKP #blackknightpride

Third-graders at Silver Creek Elementary School celebrated “Third Grade Day” on Thursday, March 3, 2022. These Black Knights played games and completed activities that all had to do with the number 3. All third-grade classes participated. #wearesilvercreek #BKP #blackknightpride

Silver Creek High School's Class of 2022 will host a Weidner’s Chicken BBQ as a senior class fundraiser on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, from 2:30-5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at 1 Dickinson Street. Menu: Chicken, buttered spuds, tossed salad, and roll and butter. Cost is $13 pre-sale (please note pre-sale meals will be held until only 4:45 p.m.) or $15 at the door. Purchase a pre-sale ticket from any high school senior. If you get tickets from any high school senior and pay by check, please make the check out to: Silver Creek Class of 2022.

CHAUTAUQUA FALLEN HEROES FUND SCHOLARSHIP The Chautauqua Fallen Heroes Fund was established in 2001 to benefit the families of firefighters, police officers, EMS Personnel and other local “uniformed heroes” who have been killed in the line of duty. To support those who are interested in careers in public safety, scholarships will be awarded on an occasional basis. In 2008, two (2), $500 scholarships were awarded. APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Interested students should complete application and submit to their Guidance Departments by April 1st. 2. Student must meet eligibility requirements. 3. If multiple applications are received within a district, the Guidance Department should forward to the Heroes Committee the one appli-cation that best meets the criteria below. Only one application per district will be accepted and reviewed by the Heroes Committee. 4. Each Guidance Department should forward one application to the “Chautauqua Fallen Heroes Fund Committee” c/o NCCF, 212 Lake Shore Drive West in Dunkirk (14048) by April 15th. 5. Of the applications received by the deadline, two (2) recipients will be selected. 6. Guidance Departments & recipients will be notified by July 1st. WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY? 1. Student must be graduating from one of the school districts within Chautauqua County 2. Student must be pursuing higher education in one of the three areas: a. Law Enforcement (including corrections officer), b. Firefighting, or c. Emergency Medical Services. CRITERIA 1. Chances of success in chosen field 2. Essay (quality, neatness and sincerity) 3. Volunteer service 4. School Record Apply online here by April 1, 2022: https://www.nccfoundation.org/fallen-heroes-1 #wearesilvercreek #blackknightpride #bkp

Silver Creek Central School District adores its cafeteria staff -- please join us in showing appreciation to them during National Nutrition Month. We love ALL our cafeteria staffers for their friendly rapport, teamwork, commitment to keeping mealtimes festive and fun via things like festive decor and coordinating outfits. And, of course, we are grateful to them for preparing the best school cafeteria food we've ever had. THANK YOU! #ThankfulThursday #NationalNutritionMonth #wearesilvercreek #BlackKnightPride #BKP

REV. CLIFFORD K. CLIVER & LUCY CLIVER SUMSKY SCHOLARSHIP Established in 2015, this scholarship is designed to assist students who are continuing their education and have been in Chautauqua County foster care. This continuing education scholarship is awarded annually without regard to the student’s financial circumstances. Eligible students must: be 17 years of age or older, be attending (or have been accepted at) a university, college, or trade school, reside in Chautauqua County, have been in foster care. Return applications to the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation, 212 Lake Shore Drive West, Dunkirk, NY 14048, by April 1, 2022. Apply here: https://www.nccfoundation.org/cliver-scholarship #wearesilvercreek #blackknightpride #bkp

DUNKIRK AREA LABOR COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Silver Creek seniors -- Will you be attending a trade school to learn a trade, manufacturing technology, auto technology or auto body repair? If so, you should apply for the Dunkirk Area Labor Council Scholarship here: https://www.nccfoundation.org/dunkirk-area-labor-council-scholarship by April 1, 2022. Graduating seniors interested in pursuing an education in the trades or manufacturing technology, such as an electrician, HVAC, pipe fitter, machinist, maintenance, auto technology, and auto body are encouraged to apply. To apply, students should complete the application that is available at the respective guidance departments. Applicants are also required to provide a typed outline of qualifications, career goals, and an explanation of why they are interested in pursuing their selected trades. To be considered, the applicant must be accepted at an accredited institution. #wearesilvercreek #bkp #blackknightpride

Parent Broadcast 3/1/2022 As I previously announced, on Sunday, Governor Hochul ruled that New York State will implement the new recommendations set by the CDC. The Governor stated that starting Wednesday, March 2nd masks will become parent choice (optional) for their children at all grade levels. Chautauqua County has issued the same guidance. Therefore, staring tomorrow, masks are optional for all students, staff and visitors of the Silver Creek School District. This includes on buses and at activities/events. All other COVID requirements, such screening your child before school for sickness, reporting of positive cases, quarantining, distancing, and Test to Stay and Test to Play remain in effect until the District receives additional information from the state and county; we are presently waiting on guidance from NYSDOH. With this change, the most important fact to remember is that individuals may still wear masks if they choose, and we need to support them in their choice. Supporting differences while considering other people's feelings and beliefs makes our school community stronger and we are Silver Creek strong. Thank you to the Silver Creek School community as we continue to support the entire student body. Please do not forget, "We have navigated the COVID Pandemic together, and together we continue to get through it". If you have questions regarding the information in this broadcast, please contact our school nurse or the District Office.

SPOTLIGHT: FONDA SANFORD KAWSKI SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship was established by Fonda Sanford Kawski, a woman who has dedicated herself to serve and help others. This scholarship is to benefit those who have a true desire to care for people who need it the most. Applicants must be pursuing a career working with the elderly or people in need of hands-on care. Application Process Interested students should complete the application and forward it to the committee c/o NCCF, 212 Lake Shore Drive West, in Dunkirk, NY 14048, by April 1, 2022. Student must meet eligibility requirements. Students must submit a list of volunteer activities along with their application. Who is eligible to apply? (must meet all requirements) Graduating students from Cassadaga Valley, Central Christian Academy, Chautauqua lake, Dunkirk, Forestville, Fredonia, Maple Grove, Pine Valley, Sherman, Silver Creek, and Westfield. Students pursuing a CNA certification (Certified Nursing Assistant). Those pursuing an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or paraprofessional certification may be considered. Students planning a career working with the elderly or people in need of hands-on care. Criteria for selecting recipients Possesses a kind and caring nature. Financial need strongly considered. Participation in formal or informal volunteer activities (ex: school, church, club, community, home, family, etc.) Apply here: https://www.nccfoundation.org/kawski-scholarship #wearesilvercreek #bkp #blackknightpride