Questar III welcomes new staff

Dec 21, 2016

We would like to welcome the new staff hired during December: Academy at Rensselaer Educational Center Jamie Grier- Teaching Assistant Wendy Sheftel- Teaching Assistant Central Office Deanna Cooper- Director of Adult Education Columbia-Greene Educational Center Jody...

Sackett supports needs worldwide

Dec 21, 2016

For the past several months, students at Sackett Educational Center have been participating in a unique opportunity to help causes and charities around the world. Partnering with international nonprofit, Kiva, students have allocated over $1,000 to beneficiaries...

Daley hits the high notes

Dec 21, 2016

Sean Daley is quite the accomplished musician for someone yet to graduate high school. In addition to playing the trumpet for 10 years, he has also picked up the trombone, flugelhorn, French horn, harmonica, piano and drums over the past several years. He plays in the...

A look inside New Visions: Medical

Dec 15, 2016

This September, Questar III launched a new New Visions programs for high school seniors interested in pursuing a career in medical-related fields. The program is based at Samaritan Hospital in Troy and includes college-level course work at Russell Sage College. New...

Meet our Staff: Katlyn Kish

Dec 14, 2016

Each month, we share a brief Q&A with one of our staff members. This month we meet Katlyn Kish from Rensselaer Academy – read all the way to the end for a special holiday *bonus* question! What is your role here at Questar III, and where do you work?...

Questar III honors Hill for service

Dec 9, 2016

Questar III honored Board President Jack Hill for 20 years of service at its Board of Education meeting and appreciation dinner on December 8. District Superintendent Dr. Gladys I. Cruz presented Hill with a golden apple award for his commitment to cooperative...

Preparing students for careers

Nov 30, 2016

Each November, the National Career Development Association sponsors National Career Development Month to recognize and celebrate the students and staff who utilize career development opportunities in their schools to prepare them for employment after graduation. At...

Giving Thanks

Nov 30, 2016

As many celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday last week with friends and family (and hopefully plenty of food!), I wanted to take some time to reflect on what I am thankful for as it relates to our collective work as an organization. First and foremost, I am thankful...

New Special Education site

Nov 30, 2016

Expanding opportunities and providing the best possible education for students has been at the forefront of all of Questar III’s decisions regarding our educational programs. For this reason, we’ve moved several special education programs beginning in the 2016-2017...

Donations wanted for Special Ed

Nov 29, 2016

Again this year, the Questar III Special Education department is looking for donations of new or slightly used items for students to pick out and give as gifts to those they care about. The annual “Gift it Forward” campaign allows students to experience the joy of...