Marisa Sparacino and Maria Shields are Unified Coaches and Youth Activation Committee Advisors in the high school. Each year, we get a group of students and teachers together to participate in the Polar Plunge to raise money for Special Olympics New York.
Special Olympics New York provides inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities, who compete in Olympic-style coached sports. Special Olympics encourages these athletes to stay active for life and to achieve goals at local and international contests.
This year sparks the 18th Annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics NY in Buffalo, New York!! A group of Starpoint High School Unified athletes and YAC Members have chosen to take the plunge and help us raise money for Special Olympics. On Friday, December 6th, this group will travel to Woodlawn Beach where they will plunge into Lake Erie with a group of other local high school staff and students.
If you are interested in helping us reach our goal, please use the link below to donate directly to our team. Please reach out to Marisa or Maria with any other questions.
https://events.nyso.org/site/TR/Plunge/POLARPLUNGE?team_id=22253&pg=team&fr_id=3000
Thank you!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO
Girls Varsity Swimming - Kylie Kwoka--Section VI Champion - 200 Free, 2nd Place- 100 Free.
Keira Curvin - 2nd Place - 50 Free, 2nd Place - 100 Back.
Both girls are headed to States this coming weekend, Friday & Saturday 11/22 & 23.
Good Luck to both girls at States !
Please enjoy this video from last week's annual RIS pumpkin drop. Video courtesy of Jeff Tracy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYJz6D5uW9o
The Safe School Ambassador Program's online store is available all year for everyone. All orders are shipped right to your house. The site has new merch and sales at different points throughout the year. The current special is an early black Friday sale with 20% off!
Just as a reminder or if you are new to the site, you can design "custom" Starpoint clothing and gear in different styles (styles for men, women and kids), sizes, colors, and logos (by sport, job title, family member, fun phrases, etc). That includes the STA logo! All logos are found under the "Choose My Design" section. Check out all the options in "view design categories" that's where you will find printing like "Starpoint Teacher" or "Starpoint #Expect The Best". Plus you order and pay on-line with your gear being mailed directly to you.
**some shirts you can customize the front and back!
https://apparelnow.com/starpoint-middle-school-apparel/
The Starpoint Science Honor Society is going to be hosting a "Thankful for Science Night" for any interested students in Fricano and Regan on Wednesday, November 20th from 6 - 7:30.
If you are looking for plans tonight, we cordially invite you to attend the Section VI Cheerleading Send Off Showcase! (A handful of staff have asked about it so we don't want to leave anyone out!)
Where: Cloverbank Elementary School (Frontier District) only 45 minutes from here and close to a lot of yummy restaurants to grab dinner after!
When: TONIGHT (Friday, November 8) from 6:00p-7:00p - This event is FREE!
Why: Our cheerleaders have had an amazing season and are traveling to Albany for the State Championship on Sunday. If you are interested in seeing our routine in person and want to cheer them on before this weekend, please join us!
I attached the roster to see if any former students are on the team.
Thank you and Go Spartans!
Congratulations to the Middle School Students of the Month for November
6th grade - Isabella Canna
7th grade - Joelle Depew
8th grade - Isla Andrzejewski
Another Section VI champion team!!!!!! Congratulations to the Girls Cross Country team!!
Varsity Girls Cross Country are the Section VI Class B Champions and will be competing in the State Cross Country Championships in Queensbury, NY on November 16!
Congratulations to the Starpoint Varsity Cheerleaders who were crowned Section VI Class B Champions at the sectional championship held Sunday, November 3rd at Frontier High School. This victory advances the Spartans to compete at the NYS Cheerleading Championship at Hudson Valley Community College on Sunday, November 10th. Wish our Spartan Cheerleaders the best of luck as they represent Starpoint and Section VI at States.
Congratulations to the GIRLS VARSITY FIELD HOCKEY TEAM!!
CLASS B SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS!!
They play again TONIGHT November 7 at Webster Schroeder at 4:30pm against Vernon Verona Sherill.
Come out to support this amazing Field Hockey team!!
The annual Starpoint Turkey Trot is just around the corner. Race Day is Monday, November 25 (rain or shine). The Fricano and Regan Students will run in the morning. The Middle School students will run in the afternoon. More information will be coming home soon.
Official Turkey Trot race shirts are available for purchase to help cover the costs of this annual Thanksgiving tradition. Clink on the link to place your order. Shirts will be delivered to your child's homeroom in time for race day. The store closes on Sunday, November 2 at midnight. Thank you for the support!
https://starpoint-turkey-trot-2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
More pictures from Red Ribbon Week in High School!!
Wednesday, October 23, Starpoint High School kicked off Red Ribbon Week, a week long campaign that promotes positive choices, good character, and healthy lifestyles in schools across the nation. Red Ribbon Week helps young people become aware that their future is brighter if they stay drug-free. The S.A.D.D. (Students Against Destructive Decisions) club encouraged students, administrators, faculty, and staff to "Wear Red Wednesday" and add their names to the “Pledge Wall of Fame” as simple ways to show support for making healthy choices and starting conversations about staying drug free. S.A.D.D. also hosted a “Hugs Not Drugs” Little Hug drinks and baked goods sale to raise money for Kids Escaping Drugs.
Congratulations to the Middle School Students of the month for October!
Timothy McGrath - 6th Grade
Daniel Freatmen- 7th grade
Emerson Reynolds - 8th Grade
The Middle School Student Council Fundraiser has begun. Follow the instructions to register, share, and order! We are selling cookie dough, pizza kits, magazines, wrapping paper, and more!
Visit: www.FundPrizes.com for more information!
On behalf of the cast, crew, and production team we invite you to:
FREAKY FRIDAY!
Thursday November 7 & Friday November 8, 7:30 P.M.
Saturday November 9, 2:00 P.M.
At its core, Freaky Friday is a musical about compassion, understanding, and acceptance. It is full of humor and heart!😁💟
The SMS musical program strives to give students an educational experience in musical theater while emphasizing the importance of making a difference by positively contributing to our community. 🎭🎸🎶
Aligning with our vision, each year, part of our proceeds are donated to WNY Make a Wish. These funds go directly to support the wishes of children with life threatening illnesses. Recently, one of our 7th grade students was a wish recipient! His wish was to meet Josh Allen!🏈🌠
Thank you for your continued support!
We hope to see you at the show!
Love,
The cast, crew, and production team of FREAKY FRIDAY💫
Class of 2027 fundraiser
Congratulations to the October Junior Students of the Month for High School!!
Jade Goranites & Shannon Zugelder
Just a reminder - Class of 2026 fundraiser.
Chipotle fundraiser TODAY ONLY, October 16th. Ordering during the fundraiser (4 - 8pm) does not cost you any extra money, you can check dinner off your list, and the Junior Class gets a portion of the proceeds of all the orders.
At checkout, either show the flyer on your phone or use the code at the bottom of the flyer to order on the app. See attached flyer for details
Thank you for supporting these great kids!
