Author: marybeth.galarneau
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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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Message from Superintendent O’Shea regarding community support and food resources
Dear Cohoes Families, We realize that many of our families may be affected by the temporary suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that occurred on November 1, 2025. To assist you during this difficult time, we have compiled a list of resources available in Cohoes and Latham that can offer support. We…
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Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Students in Mrs. Ozols’ Spanish classes at Cohoes High School celebrated Hispanic Heritage earlier this month by pairing up in groups and giving a variety of presentations to their peers. They were tasked with choosing an aspect of their culture in the United States that has been influenced by citizens of Hispanic origin, such as…
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Welcome Director of Special Programs Larissa Fremont
We are pleased to welcome Larissa Fremont as our Director of Special Programs. Ms. Fremont was approved by the Cohoes Board of Education on October 22 and will begin her new role on November 24, 2025. She succeeds Erin Hill who is retiring after many years of dedicated service to the district. Ms. Fremont joins…
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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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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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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…