Month: June 2026
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Congratulations to Cohoes Middle School’s top students of 2026!
Cohoes Middle School Principal Heather Bradt has announced the top students of the Class of 2026. Lauren Farinacci is this year’s valedictorian and Alice Tinkle is salutatorian. Ms. Bradt said both students have given the school many reasons to celebrate their achievements. “Watching them push the boundaries of what is possible inside and outside the…
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CHS hosts 24th Annual Science Research Symposium
Cohoes High School recently hosted its 24th Annual Science Research Symposium on Thursday, June 11, bringing together students, families, friends, teachers, alumni and administrators to celebrate a year of scientific inquiry and research. The event serves as the culmination of the Science Research class, which is part of the University at Albany’s “University in the…
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Congratulations to this year’s top three honor graduates!
After years of hard work, dedication and perseverance, seniors Hailey Van Bramer, Oliver Heaphy and Cade Wilson have earned the highest academic honors in the Class of 2026, being named valedictorian, salutatorian and honorable mention, respectively. “Achieving this level of academic excellence requires immense discipline, but what truly defines our top three honor graduates is…
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Nominations for Cohoes Football HOF now being accepted
Two years ago, the Cohoes High School football program was proud to revive the Cohoes Football Hall of Fame. At our homecoming game this past fall, we inducted Steve Weaver into the 2025 HOF. We would like to continue this tradition of recognizing our past outstanding players and coaches and need the community’s input. If…
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Cohoes Board of Education to meet on June 17
The Cohoes Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17 in the Middle School library. Doors will open at 5:50 p.m. The agenda will be available on the Board of Education page. A link to a recording of the meeting will be posted to our Board of Education page shortly thereafter. Public…
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From addiction to advocacy: Stephen Hill inspires CMS students
Stephen Hill, founder of Speak Sobriety, returned to Cohoes Middle School recently to share his powerful story of addiction and redemption. Mr. Hill is a nationally recognized substance use prevention speaker and mental health advocate who has spoken to thousands of students about his inspiring journey to recovery. During a schoolwide assembly on Tuesday, June…
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Capital Region Students and Teachers Making a Difference Award recipients
Congratulations to Cohoes High School senior Alaa Mahmoud and Spanish Teacher Alicia Ozols who were recently honored with the 40th annual Capital Region Students and Teachers Making a Difference Award by the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA). According to Alaa’s nomination by Mrs. Ozols: “Alaa is a remarkable senior who will be attending Albany College…