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NEWS ARCHIVE

 

January 2013

"Talking to Kids About Tragedy" parent forum is February 5

CHS football players rack up off-season honors

Grant would support before, after-school, and summer programs at CMS

St. Rose students lead Rocks and Minerals lessons at Van Schaick Grade School

CAP COM to host FAFSA info session on January 8

Harmony Hill principal named Champion of Character Education

Upcoming FREE Financial Aid workhops available for students, families

Seniors can apply for competitive National Youth Science Camp

Police investigate alleged verbal threat by CMS student

W-I-N-N-E-R: Eighth grader Roy Grant takes first place at annual CMS Spelling Bee

CHS Science Research student to survey student-athletes on concussions

Cohoes APPR plan approved by state; outlines teacher, principal performance evaluations

Meet the Van Schaick Energy Efficient Team Members

Abram Lansing has starring role in state’s Think Breakfast campaign

CHS to host anti-bullying and suicide prevention forum for students

Abram Lansing stars in THINK BREAKFAST video

WNYT news story features Lansing students in trip to UAlbany

Abram Lansing's Mrs. DeCarr named Top Teacher in Capital Region

Cohoes stakeholders to participate in regional forum to address school fiscal crisis

Advocacy Forum: Where to watch/follow if you aren’t attending in person

CHS Indoor Walking Track Information

Huge turnout at education advocacy event; Capital District schools call for more equitable, sufficient aid

 

December 2012

CHS students launch clothing drive for victims of Sandy

Special Education advocates seek parent/educator input

Baby lambs make for memorable hands-on learning in the UPK classrooms

Parents, students and staff travel to Capitol to demand state school aid equity

Joe's Pizza welcomes Harmony Hill third graders

Van Schaick 1st trimester Tiger Pride Party

Section II honors CHS soccer standout Connor Laughlin

Holiday concerts begin on December 11

Case of MRSA reported at Abram Lansing

Police investigate alleged student verbal threat to CHS teacher

Faces of Abram Lansing call on Albany to protect preschool special education

Basketball coach Jeff Huneau notches 100th career win

Update: District convenes school-community safety meeting

Thank you to staff for a season of giving and a time to rejoice!

Harmony Hill's biggest losers are biggest winners  

 

November 2012

District staff honored for years of dedicated service

NEW! MyNutriKids is now MySchoolBucks.com

Six students take the bird in the third annual CMS Turkey Trot

Thank you, Harmony Hill Heroes!

Thanksgiving 2012 in our schools!

Attention CMS parents: we need your input!

Board of Education calls on Congress to stop harmful cuts to education

Harmony Hill teacher, classroom win CAP COM award

Van Schaick Students Mix-it-Up at Lunch

District awarded share of $1.2 million grant to expand AP courses

 

October 2012

"Go Home Early" drill set for October 5

CMS students take a walk through history

Schools take precautions in response to peanut butter recall

New staff energy rules take effect November 13

The campaign is ON at Cohoes Middle School!

CMS Take Your Parent to School Day is November 2

CHS senior Daishawne Sturdivant defines Tiger Pride

Van Schaick first grade teacher wins national award

Harmony Hill teachers honored by Walmart Teacher Rewards

Van Schaick designs rule the pumpkin patch

Halloween obstacle course a-mazes students

School Board Recognition Week is October 29-November 2, 2012

Police investigate alleged student verbal threat to CHS teacher

Cohoes High School student accused of making online threat

Students, staff make the most of Character Counts Week  

 

September 2012

Cohoes Bridges to donate school supplies to Cohoes students on September 8

Welcome to the 2012-13 school year!

Van Schaick PBIS Kickoff and Block Party

SUNY College Night is Thursday, September 13 in Albany

DIGNITY FOR ALL STUDENTS ACT (DASA)

Parent Information - MAP Assessments

Important calendar change: No classes on Tuesday, October 9

Earn your GED for FREE!

Free SAT prep courses available on Saturdays at UAlbany

“Work hard. Be Nice.” … the new motto for a new year

Win a $50 gift certificate at September 26 Open House

Abram Lansing logos promoting tolerance win state communications award

Fourth graders dive into dictionaries donated by Cohoes-Waterford Elks

 

August 2012

Four-time Olympic sprinter is 1995 Cohoes High School grad

One case of whooping cough confirmed at Abram Lansing summer reading program

Confirmed case of whooping cough in JV football program

Healthier meals will be on the menu this fall; prices to increase

 

July 2012

Board of Education to meet Wednesday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m.

PARENT PORTAL undergoing routine maintenance; no access until Aug. 24

Statewide education reform panel hears from Cohoes superintendent

Summer reading tutors available now through August 9 for elementary students

2012-13 "CMS Open Doors" set for August 24 and 25

Superintendent calls on Assembly for additional aid

 

June 2012

Fifth graders explore fishing at Van Schaick Pond

Harmony Hill kindergarten student's contest win benefits Cohoes PD

Student Scholars dinner honors top CHS students

SPOTLIGHT on Summer 2012 in the Cohoes City Schools

CHS students shine at 10th Annual CHS Science Research Symposium

CHS summer school schedule, registration information now available

Generation to generation: CMS students bring mini-golf to senior neighbors

Good luck, Kristin...we're going to miss you!

CHS teacher/coach a top finisher in 34th annual Freihofer's Run

Van Schaick Tiger Cubs march with pride

UPK lottery drawing to be held at CMS on Tuesday, June 19

Lights, cameras, action! Lansing students to be featured in new public service video

CHS senior Courtney Gumprecht awarded regional CSEA scholarship

CHS senior Courtney Dayter to play softball at Chestnut Hill College

Softball teams celebrate winning season

July 9- August 17: FREE breakfast and lunch for Cohoes kids

CHS Class of 2012 Commencement honors 155 graduates

2012-2013 CMS School Supply Lists

 

May 2012

Parent Information - MAP Assessments

2012 Budget Voter Information

Harmony Hill community raises awareness and more

And this concludes our test...

Student art, music to be featured at Falls View Park opening on May 6

You're Invited! Respect Fest is Monday, May 21

One case of whooping cough confirmed at Abram Lansing

2012-13 school budget approved by voters; two board members re-elected

10th Annual Science Research Symposium is June 6

Good news abounds at May Board of Education meeting

Cohoes superintendent helps launch statewide "Educate NY Now!" campaign

They run this town ... CHS students take over City Hall

CohoesFest fundraising carnival is Saturday, June 2

Cohoes High School Assistant Principal named 2012 School Administrator of the Year

 

April 2012

Van Schaick Tiger Pride party

Second graders deliver smiles and more to residents of the Eddy

Lansing students fill spring "goody bags" for area homeless families

Cohoes student art featured at BOCES Art Show

Cohoes students spruce up city during Global Youth Service Day

CMS announces fifth grade transition event schedule

Van Schaick honors its Native American history

2012-13 Budget Spotlight

 

March 2012

Parents, students advocate for funding equity in Albany

Help Cohoes schools get state aid they need

District continues budget discussion at March 7 workshop

Ninth grade transition meetings

CMS Student Exhibition is March 15

Van Schaick event is a souper success!

Marching band set to perform at New York City parade

CHS Drama Department presents The Unusual Suspects

Second grade students turn snacks into art

Abram Lansing students jazz it up at St. Rose

CHS students unveil Teen Room designs

VSGS March Madness champions!

CMS PBIS Buzz for March 2012

 

February 2012

A lesson in history, tradition through music

Students on a mission to help homeless youth

Students take center stage in annual Shakespeare competition

Basketball showcase coming to Cohoes

ACTION ALERT: Demand a fair share of state aid!

Meet the CHS scholar-athletes

Van Schaick students pledge allegiance AND respect

Abram Lansing celebrates Louisiana history...with a Mardi Gras backbeat

 

January 2012

January 2012 Regents Exam Schedule

Statement from Superintendent Robert Libby

CHS students honored at Capital Region soccer banquet

You make a great (Power) Point, Third Graders

Eighth-grade student wins 26th annual CMS Spelling Bee

A Frog and Toad kind of day...

Chinese students and educators to visit Cohoes schools

Cohoes schools welcome contingent of students, educators from China

Make appointment now for 2012-13 Kindergarten Registration

More MAP testing for grades 4-8

Cohoes students dazzle with art, enthusiasm

 

December 2011

A season of giving, a time to rejoice

Abram Lansing improvement plans to be unveiled December 14

Winter Concert Schedule

Attention Juniors: Learn more about New Visions February 13-16, 2012

District celebrates new Alumni Gymnasium with doubleheader

Parents make the difference: Love and courage combine for a lesson in compassion

Walk like an Egyptian through the Harmony Hill bazaar

CHS students are subjects of district's "Good News"

 

November 2011

Anti-bullying activist: "Give 'em something that resembles a fighting chance"

Ninth grade Global Studies students tour the ancient world together

District staff honored for years of dedicated service

Veterans Day lesson at Harmony Hill

Science Rocks at Cohoes Middle School

From Room 101: A promise to stop bullying

Second annual CMS Turkey Trot builds on success!

Times Union publishes article by CHS/New Visions student

Thanksgiving 2011 in our schools!

Diversity workshop includes CHS students

Students flip for BMX stunt riders

CMS and CHS improvement plans to be unveiled Nov. 30

National Honor Society offers peer tutoring every Wednesday

District earns high marks for parental involvement in Special Education

New staff energy rules take effect November 13

Take Your Parent to Work Day is November 2

 

October 2011

Author and illustrator Daniel Kirk brings books to life at AL

CMS proud of September's Tiger Award winners

CHS PTSO Spaghetti Dinner is Friday, October 14

Parent Information - MAP Assessments

Student Voices of Cohoes High School talk about bullying

CHS athletes get "Magic" lessons from a legend

New morning traffic pattern at CMS

CHS Indoor Walking Track Information

Harmony Hill and Van Schaick School Improvement Plans to be unveiled Nov. 2

 

September 2011

Fourth Annual PBIS Kick-off & Character Education Block Party a sunny success!

Official CHS ribbon cutting set for Saturday, October 1

Looking to earn your GED?

Important Parent Portal login information

Earn your GED for FREE!

Harmony Hill BBQ fundraiser is Thursday, September 29

Helping hands get school year off on the right foot

CASDA College Fair at HVCC is Wednesday, September 28

Deadline for PSAT registration is October 5

Go Home Early Drill is Friday, October 7, 2011

DA Soares, Pastor Charlie Muller bring backpacks, supplies to Cohoes schools

CHS Indoor Walking Track Information

 

July/August 2011

Regents review classes begin Wednesday, August 3 at CHS

Remsen Street businesses welcome tiny tourists

CMS "Open Doors" underway; will continue Saturday, 8/20

Requests for school district records

Fall sports get underway in Cohoes

Cohoes Elks to donate school supplies to K-5 students on August 24

Alert: Mail fraud scam involving school district address being investigated

The 2011-12 District Calendar is now available!

Elks donate school supplies to Cohoes students

Thank you, American Red Cross!

 

June 2011

Superintendent, Board of Education members take school funding concerns to Capitol

It's electric! Van Schaick fourth graders get important safety lesson

 Tetrault, Sorel collect 2011 Section II Scholar Athlete awards

CHS summer school schedule, registration information now available

Abram Lansing sets stage for "Undercover Playground"

Marching band welcomes alumni for Memorial Day; final parade of season slated for June 12

CMS 2011 Summer Learning Academy will kick off on July 11

WNYT meteorologist Jason Gough offers timely lessons in weather analysis, forecasting

SPOTLIGHT on Summer 2011 in the Cohoes City Schools

9th Annual CHS Science Symposium shines light on student research

Harmony Hill team: "The race for excellence has no finish line"

UPK lottery drawing to be held at CMS on Monday, June 13

Fifth graders visit CMS for tour, Q & A session

Lottery drawing sets enrollment, waiting list for 2011-12 UPK program

 

May 2011

Meet the Candidates Night set for Wednesday, May 11

What a weekend! Cohoes springs to life with help of students, staff

Pre-Sale extended! 1st Annual Harmony Hill Family Picnic and BBQ will be June 3

Students gather at CHS for "Respect Day"

AL Students Offer Lessons in Dance

2011 Physical Education leaders named at CMS and elementary schools

Senator Breslin to CHS students: community service, education go hand-in-hand

First-ever Harmony Hill Book Swap a huge success 

CHS senior named one of Capital Region's top football scholar-athletes

Cohoes Voters Approve $38.2 Million School Budget; Elect Four to Board of Education

Board of Education honors top students of the Class of 2011

Seventh graders get a sneak peek at their futures during Career Day 2011

Fifth graders "mix it up" at CMS orientation event

Register NOW for SUMMER college-level courses through HVCC

Civil War soldiers come to life at CMS

Meet the newest members of the Cohoes Board of Education

 

April 2011

College Night at CHS will be Thursday, April 7

A message from the Superintendent

Big Brothers Big Sisters gets big boost from Harmony Hill bowlers

April 11 marks the start of Earth Week at Harmony Hill

State budget provides minimal restoration in aid to Cohoes schools 

Passing the torch! CHS teacher, students help connect pint-sized AL pen pals

Character Counts! Cohoes Schools win three prestigious character awards at statewide ceremony

McKay named to Scholar All-State Team

Sun's Up at Harmony Hill with a lesson in nutrition as Earth Week continues

Abram Lansing students celebrate Poem in Your Pocket Day

WTEN meteorologist brings science, life lessons to CHS

Abram Lansing students making Spring special for homeless families

 High-tech summer programs for HS students

Residents to vote on budget May 17

VSGS students brush up on dental hygiene with help from former student

Tigers work on team building during break

Respect Day and Leadership Conference at CHS is Tuesday, May 3

 

March 2011

Juniors: Learn about spending YOUR senior year exploring a career in Law/Government

FREE Online College Fair March 23 and March 24

You're Invited! 8th Annual CMS Student Exhibition set for March 10

Cohoes teachers and staff dress down, raise funds for disaster relief

Abram Lansing students pave a green path for school district

Schools, students continue recycling and energy efforts in Magazine March

“Stories that Dance” from students who dream

Superintendent warns of layoffs in absence of restored state aid, mandate relief

Van Schaick Tiger Pride video lights up website

Tech Valley visitors share "Story of Stuff" with CMS studentsCMS Story of Stuff photo

Transition Program to host Financial Aid workshop on March 31

Open House March 31st for new Clean, Green & Advanced Technology program

 

February 2011

Cohoes Schools Would Continue to Lose State Aid Under Governor’s Proposed Budget

Got Parent Portal?  Now learn how to navigate it!

Abram Lansing Masks Make Their Way to Proctors

Students mark the "winter of our discontent" with annual Shakespeare competition

Read all about it: It’s Phonebook February in Cohoes

Lions and tigers and…well, no bears

CHS Anti-Bullying Forum draws big Crowd, media attention

African storytelling comes to life on the Abram Lansing stage

Cohoes seniors Tetrault and Alread honored by Board of Education

 

January 2011

Cohoes Students Help Make-a-Wish Send 13 Children to Super Bowl XLV

CHS Juniors: mark your calendars now for New Visions info sessions

Third Grade recycling project on fast track; proceeds to benefit Humane Society

Cohoes Community Gives; CMS Student Samantha Hawk Gives Back

 Live FAFSA hotline Wednesday, 12 noon to 6 p.m.

 

December 2010

Student Council raises money for Cohoes Firefighters' toy drive
Faculty team wins student-faculty game, $600 raised for the U.S.O.
Boys soccer team honored
Science Research students focus on their work
Seventh-grade student wins 25th annual CMS Spelling Bee
CHS student wins first place in TU art contest
Abram Lansing community enjoys its updated gym
CHS closed on Jan. 11 for administration of English Regents exam
New wing opens at Harmony Hill School
A FIRST Thanksgiving!
Who's that behind the mask?
School Improvement Plans help define district priorities - CHS
Football program receives grant from local auto dealer

 

November 2010

Don't be mean. Get off the bullying team!
Students take flight!
School Improvement Plans help define district priorities - ALS & CMS
New Parent Portal open!
First annual CMS Turkey Trot a success!
Twenty-one districts pool $3 million of Race to the Top funding
Board of Education sets forth new set of goals for the 2010-11 school year
Pumpkin decorating contest makes Halloween festive
Cohoes Varsity Club to host student-faculty basketball game
Walking for cancer - Abram Lansing cares
State Trooper talks to students about cyberbullying
Thank you, staff, for your service
There's no room for bullies in our school
School Improvement Plans help define district priorities - VSGS & HHS

 

October 2010

Learning an important lesson
Students enjoy jazz music by performers from New Orleans
Lending a helping hand…
CHS Football players read to younger students
BOE workshops to be held this fall
Students stand UP for character... DOWN to bullying
Kids Walk to Cure Diabetes
Walking for unity and a cure
Eighth-grade soccer player leads varsity team in scoring
Raising money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation
Abram Lansing receives grant from Target for new library books
Character COUNTS! Week Oct. 18-22 at Harmony Hill School
Character COUNTS! Week to be celebrated Oct. 18-22 at Van Schaick
Pink hair for hope
CHS launches NovaNET to help students make up lost credits
Step Afrika! performs for Abram Lansing students
Bullying, bullying make it stop!
District recognizes October 2010 as Anti-Bullying Awareness Month

Van Schaick Tiger Pride video lights up website

 

September 2010

Cohoes food service will feature regional farms' produce throughout the fall
Go blue and gold!
Making a difference—globally
College Caravan Visits CHS
Board of Education to continue with five members
Third Annual PBIS Kick-off & Character Education Block Party a success!
Two CHS students named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists/AP Scholars
Coming back with a celebration!
District searching for school business administrator
Superintendent Robert Libby elected president of the New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal
Cohoes' cross country program receives donation from Fleet Feet Sports
Looking to earn your GED?
National Preparedness Month 2010 – Are You Ready?

 

August 2010

Board President Patrick Butler resigns
Thank you for your service!
It's been a busy summer in the Cohoes City Schools...
District treasurer accepts position at Capital Region BOCES
Students get a glimpse of Cohoes Middle School before school starts

 

June 2010

Second Annual CMS Guitar Hero tournament next week!
District surveys seek input from students
Students present check to the American Red Cross
VSGS holds its Annual Family Picnic
Cleaning up the school
Cohoes Scholar Athletes recognized
School raises money for juvenile arthritis
Budget passes in revote
Beautifying Harmony Hill School
Honoring Our Retirees: Sue Bishop
Learning about their city
Board of Education approves Cohoes teacher contract
Third graders visit the airpot!
Oh là là! An exceptional day in Williamstown
Miam, miam! C'est si bon!
Congratulations to the Class of 2010!
Abram Lansing students move on to Cohoes Middle School
From Harmony Hill to CMS!
Fifth graders head to CMS
Congratulations to the CMS Class of 2010

 

May 2010

Cohoes Board of Education adopts revised 2010-11 budget
Students prepare to perform Shakespeare!
Cohoes grad to be one of the first graduates of new local program
Fifth graders learn about Native American dwellings
Students bid goodbye and good luck to teacher!
Taking the state tests at Abram Lansing--anything but routine
Abram Lansing Elementary School children honor late student
Harmony Hill children honor late student
ESL students and their families enjoy annual picnic
All Cohoes City Schools named "schools in good standing"
Honoring our Retirees: John Wilhelm
Van Schaick Grade School Students receive awards
It's a three-peat for the Van Schaick fifth-grade girls basketball team!
Students celebrate Children's Book Week with guest readers
Students have poems in their pockets!
Student has work published in Schenectady Gazette student paper
Art students honored at regional spring art shows
Students run the city—just for a day
Students honored at YMCA breakfast
First annual Dodging Arthritis Dodgeball Tournament held at CHS
Abram Lansing students receive award
Honoring Our Retirees: Sharon Poole

 

April 2010

New administrators hit the ground running: Meet Kyle McFarland
New administrators hit the ground running: Meet Bryan Wood
Van Schaick teacher and parent recognized for character
Officials outline cuts, receive feedback at community meeting
Cohoes Middle School featured on S³TAIR Project website
Congratulations to Cohoes' Champions of Character!
Students give back
Educators visit Cohoes High School to see PBIS program first-hand

 

March 2010

Cohoes High School goes green!
Budget season begins for district
Cohoes Middle School now offers Universal free breakfast
Fourth graders dance a story
Winning gold (or silver or bronze!) at CMS!
Poetry via the airwaves
Students at Harmony Hill Grade School to pilot free breakfast program
Fourth graders dress as their favorite book characters
Students participate in micro-lending project
TVHS juniors 'crack the whip,' make algebra interesting for Cohoes counterparts
Turner rep brings construction to life for students
Census Day is coming… April 1, 2010
Let me tell you a story…
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Talking to Ireland

 

February 2010

Students learn about different cultures through dance
Middle School teachers earn technology for their school
Matt Rumsey wins CMS spelling bee
Students show their generosity
Cohoes Middle School students collect almost 700 cans of food
Students honored by state organization
Extra, extra read all about it!
Harmony Hill fifth graders raise money through service project
Abram Lansing students bring valentines to Eddy residents
"Souper Bowl" time at Van Schaick!
A new understanding for "Bon Appétit!" at CMS French Food Tasting Day
CHS students work with physicist from Notre Dame
Eagle visits Page Avenue School
Van Schaick Grade School teacher earns technology for school
Fourth graders debate what’s better—winter or summer

 

January 2010

Van Schaick Grade School to pilot free breakfast program
Vincent Francesconi named Van Schaick Grade School's 2009 Person of Character
Assistant Principal Kevin Kolakowski leaving CHS
"Is college like it appears in the movies?"
Students at Van Schaick Grade School to pilot free breakfast program
Calling all future kindergarteners!
RPI hockey players entertain Van Schaick students
Students share their school spirit!
Ko-Motion entertains students

 

December 2009

BMX stars energize CMS
Students perform their Shakespeare
Cohoes athletes honored as football conference all stars
Local establishments donate to silent auction
Dictionaries for fourth graders!
Student leaders organize food drive
Do You Recognize These Students?
District receives federal QZAB bonds
Two Cohoes schools recognized by state
Caroling, caroling through the snow…!
Henry Hudson's journey revisited
CMS students Ring in the Bling!
Cohoes High School elves visit Harmony Hill School
Cohoes High School celebrates Tolerance Week Jan. 11-15!
Here we go a caroling...
Santa's Workshop is fun for all
Getting in the holiday groove!

 

November 2009

Snake visits Harmony Hill School
Van Schaick Students Show That Character Counts!
Abram Lansing students celebrate character
Van Schaick Grade School teachers and staff raise money for breast cancer awareness
Kindergarten and UPK students "meet" Henry Hudson
Students celebrate "Day of the Dead"
Student artwork to be part of exhibit at the Arts Center of the Capital Region
Third grade begins educational trip around the world!
More than 100 employees recognized for their service to the district
Mrs. Smith's class makes the best pumpkin
Up, up and away...
Harvest Party offers students an alternative
Walking and "reading"
Just dropping by!
Principals serve Thanksgiving meals!
Dollars and Sense

 

October 2009

Van Schaick's UPK and Kindergarteners like green apples best!
Students' creativity shines in annual sidewalk art contest
Students "break ground" to celebrate start of districtwide construction
Students re-plant Remembrance Garden
Cohoes volleyball player ties national record
Students break ground for their new addition
Ready to Run!
Fire Prevention Week at Harmony Hill School
Staff wears pink for breast cancer awareness
A week of celebrating character at Harmony Hill School
Frank Ryan recognized for contributions to Section II athletics
Van Schaick library gets books from Target

 

September 2009

Van Schaick Grade School teachers move into their renovated building
School taxes can now be paid online
Cohoes High School traffic pattern changes this fall
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Van Schaick Grade School
GED classes now open to residents over 21
Cohoes City School District families participate in Autism Walk and Run
Meet the Van Schaick Tiger Cub!
Van Schaick Grade School Block Party brings fun for students!
Assemblyman Ron Canestrari stresses the importance of reading

 

August 2009

Daniel Martinelli appointed interim principal at CMS
Van Schaick Grade School construction almost completed
Online meal account now an option
New Cohoes Middle School principal appointed

 

July 2009

Principal Kitty Summers leaving Harmony Hill School
Mark Perry appointed Harmony Hill School principal
District launches new Parent Portal

 

June 2009

Students, art teachers create mastodon replica as part of regional history celebration
UPK Travels to Remsen Street
Class of 2009 leaves its mark
Students shine in Erie Canal art contest
CMS students promoted to the high school
The Verdict Is In...

 

May 2009

Cohoes Scholar Athletes named
Students raise money, teacher shaves head
Students participate in Global Youth Awareness Day
Students learn about city planning
Student raise common 'cents' for Pennies for Peace
Congratulations to Harmony Hills Physical Education Award Recipients
Students give back to the community
Congratulations to Van Schaick Physical Education Award Recipients
Van Schaick marches in Cohoes Memorial Day parade

 

April 2009

Character education project tastes yummy
Harmony Hill raises "Big Money" during Bowl for Kids Sake
Van Schaick students exhibit their state fair projects
Congratulations Mrs. Giller
Harmony Hill's Three Be's Mural is Finished
Van Schaick students have a groovy time

 

March 2009

District's holiday assistance programs made possible by generous donors
Harmony Hill kindergarteners celebrate the 100th day of school
Cohoes Schools hold budget forum to hear residents' priorities
Harmony Hill readers get gifts of books
Famous Figure Book Project brings out the "character" in kids
DA Soares kicks off "Project Legal Lives"
Van Schaick girls bring home the trophy
Lights, Camera, Action— Family Fun Night at Van Schaick

 

February 2009

CMS Mentor Program gives students a boost
CHS' Cassandra Walker named Student Athlete of the Week by local media
CMS spelling be winner to head to Proctor's for regional bee
Learning the rules at Harmony Hill School
Digital artist visits Abram Lansing
Harmony Hill School educators and parent recognized as "Champions of Character"
No referral party full of hoops!
CHS groups creates anthology of student work
Van Schaick Grade School named "Model School"
Day 100 of the school year brings unique challenge to Abram Lansing students!
Greg Mollnow named to Scholar All-State Football Team
District reveals new PBIS logo
University of Albany athletes visit CMS students
Van Schaick students meet pen pals through the MAAC Gives Back program
BMX riders captivate students!

 

January 2009

Season was one for the record books for CHS football
New Visions programs show CHS students a world of opportunities
Students learn from exhibiting artist
CMS holds first pep rally
Van Schiack receives honorable mention in national photo contest
Cohoes seniors given state physical education awards
Harmony Hill School song makes a regional radio debut!
Harmony Hill students go courtside at Siena
State tests made a little more interesting
Fourth graders debate what's better—winter or summer
Master Yang visits Cohoes Middle School
Celebrating excellent behavior with winter festivities

 

December 2008

For Sale: Harmony Hill School Song CD
Rusty Grestini Memorial Basketball Tournament
Nutcracker dancers visit Abram Lansing
Student artwork on display at Cohoes Visitor Center
Speaker visits Cohoes Middle School to discuss character education
Harmony Hill School Annual Holiday Concert
Governor's proposed budget would reduce money coming to Cohoes City Schools
Football team recognized by Board of Education
Students warm hearts with music at the school's "Festival of Lights" winter concert
Abram Lansing students get in the holiday spirit with the help of older readers from Cohoes Middle School
Celebrating good behavior with "Reindeer Games!"
November 2008
Cohoes Middle School takes new approach to reading and discussing books
Students create their own pottery
Cohoes High School welcomes new administrator
Fire Prevention at Van Schaick
Steve Weaver named Reinfurt Division Player of the Year
Beach Party Fun at Van Schaick Grade School
District energy conservation results in national award
Cohoes Middle School named "Model School"
Cohoes football team honored at City Hall
A Thanksgiving Feast
Step two in the pottery-making process
District holds 10th Annual Employee Recognition Day

 

October 2008

Van Schaick Grade School teacher part of surprise "A Day Made Better" event
Character Counts Week at Harmony Hill School is Oct 20-24
And they're off!
Cohoes students voice their opinions about driver's education District partners with city and other local organization for Operation Holiday Cheer
Harmony Hill School holds a "Walk for Autism"
Van Schaick Grade School celebrates Character Counts week Oct. 20-24
Books for Breakfast
Conference brings together preschool and kindergarten educators from around the region
Fire Prevention at Van Schaick
Local soldiers use Cohoes High School as site for German Army Skill Badge
Cohoes Police dog visits Cohoes Middle School
Harmony Hill fifth graders cast their ballots

 

September 2008

Deanna Kelly appointed new CMS assistant principal
Kevin Kolakowski appointed CHS assistant principal
Ninth-graders get a taste of high school life
Van Schaick students learn and dance their way into a new school year!
Cohoes students benefit from career internship program
Abram Lansing students honored for their work at Proctor's Theatre
Cohoes engineer "bridges" the gap between the classroom and the world
Sidewalk chalk art contest a success
Cohoes students named "Jacques of All Trades"
District implementing corrective plan following Comptroller's audit
Middle school teachers seek grants for special projects
District staff and parents participate in Walk for Autism
Cohoes-Waterford Elks Club presents fourth-graders with dictionaries
Students and staff remember the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001
Cohoes wins Homecoming football game under the lights
Cohoes-Waterford Elks Club presents Abram Lansing fourth-graders with dictionaries
Students at CMS create bookmarks for peace
Cohoes-Waterford Elks Club presents Van Schaick fourth-graders with dictionaries

 

August 2008

Meal prices to rise slightly in September
Middle School Students track their way to historical points in Cohoes
District implementing recommendations following state audit
Soon-to-be freshman race mag-lev cars

 

July 2008

District reorganizes business office administration
First Annual Doug Ellett Memorial 5K Run/Walk For Melanoma Awareness

 

June 2008

Hannah Montana star Mitchel Musso visits Harmony Hill School
Students take over Cohoes for a day
Abram Lansing recognized for its participation with the PBIS program
Science Symposium a chance for students to show off their work
A final performance
Preparing for the World of Work
Showing students what life was like…
Construction at Van Schaick Grade School to begin this summer
Walk for Juvenile Arthritis raises more than $2,300
Cohoes Football wins Lineman Challenge
Van Schaick Grade School Groundbreaking starts new chapter for the school
UPK students take a trip
Van Schaick Spring Concert
Van Schaick Grade School Groundbreaking starts new chapter for the school
Beautifying Harmony Hill School
Students march in Memorial Day parade
Singing for Harmony Hill School
Van Schaick students awarded for physical education achievements
Students enjoy inter-generational dance experience
Cohoes Farmers' Market first Farm to City Fest features artwork from the Cohoes City Schools
Moving on from Abram Lansing
From Harmony Hill School to Cohoes Middle School
Van Schiack Students Make a Splash
Commencement held at Cohoes High School
Eighth graders move on to Cohoes High School
Harmony Hill students donates her hair to a worthy cause
Van Schaick recognized for its participation with the PBIS program
Cohoes first-ever UPK class graduates
Albany County STOP DWI trailer visits Cohoes High School
FOODPLAY comes to Harmony Hill

 

May 2008

Varsity baseball team beats Cobleskill at Cooperstown
The Fault Line rocks Cohoes High School
Sixth Annual Cohoes High School Student Art Show going on now!
Cohoes High School Class of 2008 gives back to the community
Veteran Cohoes educator to attend scholars' recognition dinner for the sixth time
Fourth-graders take a field trip
Cohoes High School seniors win state bowling championship
Harmony Hill School receives donation from the community
BOCES Arts & Enrichment Showcase at Cohoes
District hosts picnic for ELL families
Choosing careers
Harmony Hill staff raises money for Big Brother and Sisters
"March" Madness in Cohoes
Cohoes Girls Basketball Team Honored at City Hall
Local artist teaches students about her craft
Sports reporter Rich Becker tells students their goals are reachable
High School embraces partnership with local business
History via teleconference
Students make quilts for residents at The Eddy
Pat Kane honored at National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame Student Scholars Dinner
Harmony Hill students given Physical Education Student Leadership Awards
Albany County STOP DWI trailer visits Cohoes High School
Two Cohoes schools named "High Performing/Gap Closing" by state
History via teleconference at Van Schaick Grade School
Cohoes City School District Budget Passes
Cohoes High School Class of 2008 gives back to the community
Robert K. Libby appointed Superintendent of Cohoes City Schools

 

April 2008

School gallery brings artists to students
Middle school students present at youth leadership summit
Student Exhibition shows off technology, class work
A thank you from the Class of 2010
Animal Control Officer talks with Page Avenue students
All the world's a stage
Superintendent Charles S. Dedrick leaving Cohoes to lead Capital Region BOCES
The Amazing Race at Van Schaick!
Board of Education adopts 2008-09 budget
CMS math contest winners announced
An adventure in learning
Learning to bank young and bank smart
Junior Achievement program teaches children about the world, starting with themselves
Cohoes High School Class of 2008 gives back to the community

 

March 2008

Odyssey of the Mind team finishes third during their first-ever competition
Students' artwork featured in local store
Strike up the band
First graders are Harmony Hill learn about the importance of clean teeth
Walking on snow
Thumbs up for clean teeth!
Fourth graders become famous world figures
Multiage students publish poetry
Van Schaick students learn about the 50 states
Focusing on reading at Van Schaick Grade School
Cat in the Hat visits Van Schaick Grade School
The lighter side of serious tests
CHS student honored at state science competition
All about pi
Lessons from the postman
Electricians visit fourth-grade students
Second-grade students visit The Eddy with spring decorations
Van Schaick Grade School and principal honored as "Champions of Character"
Harmony Hill teachers recognized for giving back to the community
CHS mock trial team prepares for third round in state competition

 

February 2008

A Super "Souper" Bowl for charity
Eight Cohoes students' work featured in regional art show
Music to their ears
From the ground up
Get your news here!
Running the Iditarod
Cohoes Mayor awards students for teamwork
Article A makes its Cohoes debut
How far do 100 students stretch?
Odyssey of the Mind competition this weekend
Fifth-grade students ready gifts for incoming kindergarteners
Alumni share college insights with underclassmen
District to begin radon mitigation in three classrooms

 

January 2008

Insight into life
Cohoes schools "in good standing"
Cohoes player sets Section II record
Cohoes High School students to participate in employability course
Students recognized by state organization
Making the ELA tests bearable
Results of a statewide butterfly vote in
National Junior Honor Society food drive will bring food to hungry families
Special visitors at Van Schaick Grade School

 

December 2007

One frog, one toad and many happy students
ESOL students recognized for essays
What should the New York State Butterfly be?
Scientists for a day
Hello? Brazil? It's Cohoes!
Crafty kids at Van Schaick learn to knit
Students showcase their talent at Annual Holiday Concert
Experiencing Thomas Locker's work
The Polar Express takes off at Harmony Hill School
Magic on Stage
Van Schaick Grade School awarded grant from American Chemical Society

 

November 2007

Field trip "strikes" a chord for bowling enthusiasts
Assemblyman Ron Canestrari visits Cohoes UPK students
District staff members honored for service
Math, science and robotics!
Veterans honored at Van Schaick Grade School
Students share songs at Character Education conference
Thomas Locker's work displayed at Abram Lansing
Finances 101 at Page Avenue
Former Cohoes football star inducted into Hall of Fame
Community Service Club food drive a success
Revolutionary War soldier comes to Cohoes
Ronny Raindrop pays a visit
Drama Club production takes shape
Coming together for Character Education
Teachers have a lesson in project-based learning
Senior Citizen Tax Exemptions
"Reading is important" Assemblyman Canestrari tells students
Perseverance is key
All about pumpkins!
Uncle Sam tells his story

 

October 2007

Students' spirit rallies teams
Harmony Hill School kicks off a yearlong 20th anniversary celebration
Signatures set to fly
Elementary students run for fun!
Cohoes teacher part of surprise "A Day Made Better Event"
District takes proactive approach to MRSA infection prevention
Fire department visits UPK students at Abram Lansing
Lift-off!
Books for Breakfast
Character Counts at Van Schaick Grade School
Conference helps educators streamline transition from preschool to kindergarten
Going for broke
CHS ring lost for 32 years—and then found
Student Athletes Donate to Breast Cancer Support Initiatives
Fire Department visits the high school
Junior class receives their rings
Middle School Drama Club launches
High Energy Jugglers come to Cohoes Middle School
D.J. the deejay brings music, fun and important lessons to CMS
Seventh graders compete in the Metric Olympics
Fall begins with the Pumpkin Festival
Red Ribbon Week at Cohoes Middle School
Principal's Roundtable a success
Firefighters are not scary!
Page Avenue Open House
Students learn about the stage
Siena College Mens' Basketball team players bring a message of encouragement

 

September 2007

Abram Lansing Elementary School and Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company awarded more than $10,000 in grants for storytelling project
Abram Lansing opens the year with song and dance
A trip back in history
Van Schaick students begin a year of good behavior
Artist Trading Cards arrive in Cohoes
Sidewalk art contest supports juvenile diabetes
Back-to-School with a visit
Harmony Hill School 20th Anniversary t-shirts for sale
Abram Lansing Elementary School and Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company kick off year long storytelling project
Fall College Caravan
Football Program to Honor 9/11 Victims at Saturday Home Game vs. Hudson
Jiminy Peak Ski and Snowboard Club at CHS and CMS
Harmony Hill School celebrates 20 years of education!
Van Schaick "Person of Character" for 2007 named
Van Schaick hosts juvenile diabetes fund-raiser

 

August 2007

Cohoes High School Class of 2000 grad replaces Class of 1970 grad as treasurer
Students share their summer successes
Cohoes Middle School students participate in fourth annual Tech Camp

 

July 2007

Cohoes Football Hosts First Annual Tiger Shootout
Science and math come to life for Summer Learning Academy students
Students apply their knowledge to interactive projects
Cohoes schools' methods featured in New York Times article
Student accepted into People to People Academic Program
Teachers work on Harmony Hill's writing curriculum
Board of Education members take oaths

 

June 2007

Dancing their way into summer…
Abram Lansing recently graduated fifth graders should remember June 21, 2007!
Students learn about aeronautics from a local pilot
Cohoes High School students say goodbye
Retiring CHS teacher featured on local news
Girls softball team advances to state semifinal game
Girls varsity softball team honored by City of Cohoes
Cohoes actors nominated for regional awards
Teachers' professional development sessions will benefit students
Seventh-grade team travels to Vermont
Cohoes eighth-graders off to high school!
Tiger Youth Football
Business Review rankings altered by graduation rate
Board honors Walt Kolakowski
Cohoes students honored for Farmers' Market logo contest
Schools treasurer retires after 31 years of service
Harmony Hill students leave for their "adventure!"
Harmony Hill students march in the Cohoes Memorial Day Parade
Fifth graders' projects on exhibit at annual State Fair
Page Avenue welcomes several guest speakers
Terrific Treasures head to Cohoes Middle School
Van Schaick students march in Cohoes Memorial Day parade
Middle School students honored in essay contest

 

May 2007

Fourth grade meets Mr. Canestrari!
Mexico presentation comes to Van Schaick
Second Annual "Student Showcase" at Van Schaick
Van Schaick Grade School students sing for spring!
Van Schaick third graders share projects with Averill Park students
"Answers, Please" team wins championship
Cohoes Varsity Baseball team plays on Doubleday Field
CHS senior wins statewide competition
Students work on Latin American country projects at high school
Third graders challenge seniors to a math contest
Seniors "launch new businesses"
Army brings rock wall to the high school
2007 Scholar Athlete Award
Cohoes Tech Valley High School student meets state politician and former Cohoes mayor
Civil War reenactor visits Cohoes
Arts & Enrichment Showcase come to Cohoes
Cohoes Middle School receives a new computer
Board of Education member named to statewide board
Annual Egg Drop a "Smashing" Success
Students honored with the Physical Education Leadership Award
Ambulance education coordinator tells students about a future career option
Students' signatures headed to space
2007-08 Budget passes

 

April 2007

Former student's work displayed in art gallery
Mother Goose Jazz Ensemble comes to Abram Lansing
Students' story comes to life on stage
High School Community Service Club members become "Bigs" to Harmony Hill Students
High School students clean up the community!
Cohoes High School celebrates National Library Week
Mock Trial team wraps up a successful season
Students and staff attend leadership summit
Students attend Kids Summit, an innovation celebration!
Student selected to attend Tech Valley High School
District works to correct graduation rate
Tech Valley High School's first class meets
Poetry set to music
Harmony Hill students make a "Joyful Noise"
Page Avenue students take a trip
Van Schaick students learn about the 50 states -- and have fun doing it!

 

March 2007

Cohoes High School presents No Strings Attached
Abram Lansing students benefit from graduate student tutors
Cohoes students out-skill the Skills USA competition
Booster clubs sponsor student athletes in Cystic Fibrosis Stair Climb
Career Fair expands students' horizons at CMS
A journey to Egypt
She shoots and wins!
CMS Knitting Club helps local flood victims
Middle School Art Club creates mural
Students honored at Rotary Club of Cohoes lunch
Educator visits Harmony Hill
Red, white and blue day at Harmony Hill
Local educators shadow Cohoes administrators
Van Schaick receives Character Education award
Students learn about electricity
A race against the elements
Cohoes High School students read their stories to Van Schaick classes
Cohoes Middle School student exhibition a "success"
Voters approve building referendum

 

February 2007

Cohoes High School Honor Roll students
Cohoes alum signs her book at Cohoes Library
Teacher's artwork featured at local shows
Just how far will 100 carrots stretch?
Lights, camera, action!
Brush up your Shakespeare!
ATLAS program improves student achievement
Students see Red Riding Hood
Students document "The Faces of Harmony Hill"
Celebrating good behavior at Van Schaick Grade School
Third and fifth graders learn about art and music together

 

January 2007

Van Schaick students "travel" to Norway
Performers tell Harmony Hill students about the Underground Railroad
Middle school launches new positive behavior program
Abram Lansing students attempt to break world record
Van Schaick students create totem poles
River Rats visit Page Avenue School
Harmony Hill students donate toys to less fortunate children
Middle school teachers prepare unit on Cohoes history
Harmony Hill collaborates with local colleges
Abram Lansing students attend science symposium
Van Schaick pilots computer program
News anchor visits Page Avenue School
Aunt Helen's closet visits Harmony Hill
Cohoes awarded library grants from BOCES
Fall Scholar Athletes announced
Professional skateboarder visits middle school
Principal's Art Gallery opens at Abram Lansing
Fall scholar athletes
District launches new website
Professionals teach students how to move