Author: marybeth.galarneau
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Living history aboard the Seneca Chief
Students from Van Schaick Grade School had the opportunity to tour a historic replica boat making its way down the Erie Canal during a 33-day journey. The third, fourth and fifth graders took a walking field trip on October 16 to the Waterford Harbor Visitor Center, where they toured a full-sized replica of the Erie…
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Financial Aid Night at CHS
If you have children who are planning on attending college or trade school after high school graduation, you won’t want to miss Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 6p.m. in the high school auditorium. Presented by Siena University’s Director of Financial Aid Kathleen Fenlon, you will come away with a greater understanding of…
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Designs on a bright future thanks to Capital Region BOCES
There is no instructional manual for life, but there are numerous posters providing sage advice and “how-to” guidance for everything from handwashing to photography. CHS Junior Gage Guertin will be adding his own poster to the world of helpful wall-hangings, designing and printing an instructional poster for his peers in the Culinary Arts program. Gage…
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College Visits Fall 2025
Representatives from several colleges and universities have visited Cohoes High School since mid-September to meet with students and share information about their programs. The following is a list of upcoming colleges and universities visiting this fall. If it’s during periods four through eight, a representative will be in the cafeteria; if not, they will be…
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A message from Superintendent O’Shea regarding School Safety Protocols
Dear Cohoes Families, The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. One of our District’s four core beliefs is, ‘We believe in a positive school climate and culture.’ With that in mind, I want to make you aware of the systems we have in place to ensure a safe learning environment.…
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Holiday Hope 2025
Cohoes Holiday Hope is a program devoted to helping those in need give their children a memorable holiday season. Through the Holiday Hope program parents/guardians are able to earn “holiday bucks” through attending a parent teacher conference, volunteering at a school event, attending PTA/PTO meetings, visiting the library and obtaining a library card, obtaining their…
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Chromebook device management procedures
A message was sent to middle and high school families this week on ParentSquare regarding Chromebook procedures. In order to maintain accurate tracking and maintenance of district issued Chromebook devices to students and staff, the District’s IT department is in the process of reviewing its Chromebook device management procedures. As a part of the process,…
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Welcoming in a year of purpose, progress and impact
The energy was festive as teachers and staff gathered at Cohoes High School for Superintendent’s Conference Day to kick off the 2025-26 school year last week. After enjoying breakfast where old friends mingled and new ones forged friendships, everyone headed to the auditorium where Superintendent Peggy O’Shea welcomed the group and thanked the Board of…
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CHS outdoor track now open
The outdoor track at Cohoes High School is now open through November 1, 2025 from 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. for Cohoes City residents only. Due to fall sports practices and games, there will be limited times when it will be available for use in the afternoon/evening hours. You will need to register online to…
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BOCES grad returns to build her career; already employed in healthcare industry
Cohoes High School graduate Anjolina Bussing’s pathway to a career in medicine has been made easier by multiple programs at Capital Region BOCES. Bussing, who graduated from CHS and the BOCES Two-Year Sequence of Health Careers program in 2024, is currently enrolled in the part-time adult Practical Nursing program while also working at St. Peter’s…