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Delaware Academy’s FFA chapter celebrated the 100th anniversary of the New York FFA organization during their annual convention, held this year at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse — the same location the first-ever FFA Convention was held in 1926. A century later, more than 3,400 FFA members, advisors and guests from across the state participated in the three-day convention, which provides an important opportunity for members to participate in workshops and tours, explore different fields in the agricultural industry and network with agricultural business professionals and colleges.
Anna Clark and Marshall LaPierre, both Delaware Academy seniors, received their Empire Degree, the highest state level honor. Congratulations, Anna and Marshal– your hard work and dedication is inspiring!
DA juniors held their prom this weekend at Bluestone, on the college golf course. The class took a different approach with their prom court this year - read all about it here: www.delhischools.org/article/2211851
Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on a fun and successful evening!
Student Scholar Rocco Schnabel and mentor Sarah Morgan attended the Scholar Recognition Dinner at SUNY Oneonta on Monday night, joining dozens of other student scholars and their families, mentors and school principals and superintendents in an annual celebration of their academic achievement. They're shown here receiving their certificates from DCMO BOCES District Superintendent Michael Rullo. Congratulations Rocco, and congratulations Mrs. Morgan!
On the road again. Let's go, Bulldogs!
It's Senior Recognition Night for the varsity baseball team. Come on down to the Legion Field for the Bulldogs vs. Unatego/Franklin. Game time is 4:30/ Let's go, Bulldogs!
Varsity softball's on the road tonight. Let's go, Bulldogs!
The location for tonight's Budget Hearing has been changed to the High School Library Media Center. Signs will be posted to direct the public to the library. The Budget Hearing will begin at 7 pm. The Meet and Greet for the Candidates will begin at 6:00 pm in the High School Lobby outside the Auditorium.
Since we entered May with two “snow” days left, the district has designated Friday, May 23 and Tuesday May 27 as “unused emergency days.” That means there will be no school and district offices will be closed on those days.
Delaware Academy will hold an Annual Budget Hearing on Monday, May 12, beginning at 7:00 pm in the High School Auditorium. Those who are interested in viewing it online may do so at https://tinyurl.com/DAMay12meeting. There will also be an opportunity to meet the 3 Board of Education candidates before the meeting, beginning at 6:00 pm in the high school lobby.
Several of our senior Bulldogs signed letters of intent today! Nate Lull led the ceremony, which was organized and hosted by the DA Varsity Club. We look forward to their continued achievements as they move on to this next stage of their academic and athletic endeavors! #bulldogsforever
It's Senior Recognition Night - come on down to the Legion Field! #seniorbulldogs
Perry Ground, Haudenosaunee Storyteller, gave a storytelling presentation to elementary students Monday. Storytelling is an important part of traditional Haudenosaunee lifestyle, and the program Mr. Ground presented was filled with historical information, discussion about the art of storytelling, elements of Haudenosaunee culture and LOTS of humor. Perry Ground is a Turtle Clan member of the Onondaga Nation and has been telling stories for more than 25 years as a way of educating people about the culture, beliefs and history of the Haudenosaunee (sometimes known as Iroquois) Confederacy. The DA PTA was awarded a Creative Learning grant from the Roxbury Arts Group, which helped to bring this presentation to our school. Our students were engaged and enthralled!
Drew Jacobs, Watershed Program Coordinator for Friends of the Upper Delaware (FUDR) visited Mr. Layman’s 8th Grade Science classes on Monday. Students learned about the different ways land can be used, and how those uses can affect both the land and water in the watersheds. FUDR has worked with a number of different grades and classes at Delaware Academy this year as part of its mission to engage and educate in the local communities along the upper Delaware River system.
The Loaded Potato Salad is sporting something special today.... fresh chives, from the school garden! Thank you, Mrs. Gardner and Mrs. Randall!
Do we appreciate our teachers? You bet we do! Thanks for all you do!
Delaware Academy's bell tower is nicely framed by the signs of spring in this view from across the valley at SUNY Delhi.
Work continues on the lower athletic field today, with workers moving their attention to the new backstop. Things are moving along quickly on our new softball/soccer field– so exciting!
The National Honor Society is holding a school supply drive for their community service project during the track meet next Wednesday at two of our sporting events. There will also be a donation box in the main office for students to drop off extra supplies or for parents to send supplies with them to school! This drive will benefit both students and teachers of Delaware Academy. Here's a great way for you to show your support!
This week, Delaware Academy is excited to be hosting 13 students and their advisors from Wittekind Gymnasium (School) in Lübbecke, Germany. The group is spending a week here, learning about our school, regional community and American culture. Last fall, DA German teacher Terrence Legg and School Counselor Matthew Albright took 11 Delaware Academy students to Germany, and this month’s visit completes the exchange. The German visitors are shown with their American hosts in front of the high school Thursday.
