Stillwater Middle School was recently awarded $500 and “honorable mention” designation in BlueShield of Northeastern New York's first-ever healthy changes everything video contest.
With a catchy tune in the background called “Healthy Changes Everything,” students are seen making healthy food choices at the grocery store, dancing, and walking outside. Full story

MS Friends of Rachel Club raises $2,500 at Warrior Walk event

Local organizations give thanks

posted on february 7, 2012

The second annual Warrior Walk, sponsored by Stillwater Middle School’s Friends of Rachel Club, was held this past fall. The event was yet another success, bringing in $2,500 in donations. full story

Students demonstrate use of iPads at regional technology tradeshow

Posted on January 11, 2012

Using an “app” to master spelling words or sharing poetry without exchanging any paper were just two of the things sixth-grade teacher Stephanie Buyce and 13 of her students illustrated with the use of computer tablet technology at the 23rd annual Regional Technology Awareness Day in Albany. full story

New online assessments planned for students

posted on January 11, 2012

Beginning in January, students in grades 3-10 (excluding sixth grade) will take online tests called Measures of Academic Progress ™ (MAP), which are designed to measure academic growth in the areas of reading, language and math. Full story

National Junior Honor Society gives back over the holidays

Posted on January 9, 2012

NJHS members recently donated items to five local families in need. full story

Cocoa for Kevin fundraiser

Kevin Flike, a former Stillwater student, was injured in Afghanistan this fall. Each Wednesday throughout the winter, the Friends of Rachel Club will sponsor "Cocoa for Kevin," where students can purchase a cup of hot cocoa for $0.50 during homeroom. The money collected will be given to Kevin to help with the costs of recovery and to let him know that his community cares about him. Read letter from Kevin Flike at The Record website

Seasonal flu guide for parents

The New York State Health Department has released its flu guide for the 2011-2012 school year. [informational guide from nys department of health - pdf]