Around South Colonie

Mauriello Legacy Interview

Continuing in honor of South Colonie’s 75th Anniversary, the district has released the fifth installment of their legacy podcast series. In this episode, communications specialist, Lauren Pfaffenbach, sits down with a father- daughter duo from the Mauriello family. Frank Mauriello, class of 1975, shares his experiences growing up in Colonie and eventually raising a family of his own. Vanessa Mauriello, class of 2007, now an English as a New Language, or (ENL) teacher at Veeder Elementary school, followed closely in her father’s footsteps.

Kachadurian Legacy Interview

For this episode our Communications intern, Haleigh VanWert, sat down with Current CCHS Building Principal, and proud Colonie alumnus, Thomas Kachadurian. The two discussed Mr. Kachadurian's familial ties to the district and how that impacted his choice to become an administrator in South Colonie. Kachadurian also explains his love of the Colonie community and his excitement about being in a position to give back. Kachadurian goes on to express his determination to foster lasting and meaningful connections within his building, among students and staff alike. Join us as we learn more about the Kachadurian family history, and Tom's own sentiments regarding the importance of spreading kindness, no matter where you may find yourself in life.

Garry Legacy Interview

In this episode, we sat down with two brothers who have made a lasting impact on South Colonie- Benjamin and Steve Garry are graduates of South Colonie from the classes of 1978 and 1981. Steve has since become a beloved bus driver for the district, and Ben was the youngest person in South Colonie history to serve on the Board of Education. This family's ties to South Colonie don't stop here- the Garry family have been small business owners in the area for decades. Join us in learning about their lineage and experiences growing up in Colonie.

Robilotti Legacy Podcast

We sat down with Souch Colonie district employee, Christopher Robilotti, to discuss his connection to the school and our district as a second gen- Colonie grad who decided to come back and work in the district.

Lyons Legacy Interview

The first episode of the Legacy podcast features ‘84 alumni Michele Lyons Polito, and future Colonie grad Angelo Polito, focusing on their family's multi-generational connection to Colonie. The episode explores their experiences, memories and the impact the school has had on their lives over the years. Additionally, we dive into her family's involvement in the school's music department and the pride of being a part of CCHS's history. You don’t want to miss this heartwarming and nostalgic journey of Colonie through the years.