Calendar of Events June 2016
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Mechanicville Teachers gibson & Richardson “Teachers of Excellence”
MECHANICVILLE – New York Senator Kathy Marchione (R,C,I-Halfmoon), Chair of the Senate’s Local Government Committee, today presented a “Teacher of Excellence Award” to co-teachers Jerry Gibson and Anne Richardson from Mechanicville Elementary School. Both teachers were each presented with an official Teacher of Excellence Certificate, a Golden Apple Pin and a $500 award for their school.
Article and photos in the 06-16 edition.
2016 Local Graduating Classes
Special Section in the 06-16 edition.
St. Luke’s Fundraiser Photos by Terrie Gifford
Mechanicville Valedictorian and Salutatorian Honored – by Sandy McBride
A reception was held in the Mechanicville High School library on Wednesday afternoon to honor Megan Billert, valedictorian, and David Coreno, salutatorian, of the class of 2016. Called “. . . two of the finest young people I’ve had the good fortune to teach . . .” by English teacher Michael Daley, Megan and David were presented with plaques commemorating their achievement.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
Mechanicville Scholar Athletes Recognized – by Sandy McBride
Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School Vice Principal Craig Forth welcomed a throng of student/athletes to the gym on Thursday morning to what he termed “an awesome event”. It was the presentation of New York State Public High School Athletic Association pins and certificates to the members of the nine Red Raider winter and spring sports teams which have achieved Team Scholar Athlete status according to the standards required by the state organization.
Article in the 06-16 Edition.
Mechanicville Elemntary Field Day Photos
Strawberry Festival in Schaghticoke – by C. Barton
Schaghticoke- While the official days of summer have not hit yet, June is traditionally known as strawberry season in New York State. Strawberry festivals are one way that communities celebrate and recognize June as the best month to pick and enjoy one of the staples of the season.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
GlobalFoundaries Receives Pentagon Contract – Vince Gallagher
The Pentagon has chosen GlobalFoundries to supply the most advanced microchips used in U.S. spy satellites, missiles and combat jets. The agreement is an example of the Pentagon’s effort to protect military systems from cyberattacks and other tampering.
“This new contract is great news for GlobalFoundries and it’s employees in the Northeast Tech Corridor,” said corporate communications manager Steven Grasso. ”It builds on our investments to keep the EFK and BTV sites competitive.”
IBM had been the supplier of the chips to the Pentagon for over a decade, then decided to pay Globalfoundries to take over.
Article in the 06-16 edition.
The Express Newspaper June 16, 2016
