7 Bevan Street
Cohoes, NY 12047
(518) 237.0100
Robert K. Libby
Superintendent
NEWS:
You're Invited! Respect Fest is Monday, May 21
Cohoes parents and community members are invited to join students, faculty and staff for RESPECT FEST 2012 on Monday, May 21 at Cohoes High School. The event is intended to foster a positive school climate -- one that promotes tolerance and inclusion and combats bullying. A number of elementary students will join high school students MORE>>
2012-13 school budget approved by voters; two board members re-elected
The 2012-13 school budget has been approved by the voters of Cohoes by a margin of 565-358. Voters also re-elected two members to the board of education: Laurie Rizzo, who received 521 votes; and Matthew Nolin, who received 485 votes. They will serve full three-year terms. Challengers Colleen F. Mayo received 369 votes, and Adam Biggs received 212 votes. More>>
Final MAP testing to begin in May for grades 4-9
The final round of MAP testing for grades 4-9 will begin this month. The schedule is as follows: grades 4 and 5, May 14 to June 1; grades 6-8, May 8 to May 18; grade 9, May 7 to May 25. The MAP, or Measure of Academic Progress, is an adaptive test which helps teachers, parents, and administrators improve learning for students. Learn more about MAP testing>>
Make appointments now for Universal Pre-Kindergarten registration May 21-31
Registration for anticipated openings in the Cohoes Universal Pre-K program will be held May 21-31, 2012 at Abram Lansing Elementary School. The free, full-day Pre-K program is available to Cohoes children who will turn four on or before December 1, 2012. The number of openings depends on state funding. Appointments are necessary. Visit OUR UPK page to learn more>>
SPOTLIGHT
Cohoes Heritage Days, a celebration of the city's history, will take place Friday-Sunday, May 18-20. Learn more>>
