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PBIS kicks off with the new school year
The beginning of the school year is one full of promise and new beginnings: new teachers, new opportunities, new friends. It also marks the kick-off of Positive Behavior in School (PBIS), a school-wide initiative that teaches behavior expectations of students. The program’s mission is simple: to foster and promote a safe and positive learning environment…
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District names new Cohoes Middle School principal
It can be said that Kyle McFarland has come full circle. At its September 21 meeting, the Cohoes City School District Board of Education approved the appointment of Mr. McFarland as principal of Cohoes Middle School, the very spot where he started his career in educational administration in 2010 as the assistant principal/director of attendance.…
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MENtor’s Walk draws big crowd
Fathers, grandfathers, uncles, siblings, and other family members gathered this morning to participate in the MENtor’s Walk at Veterans Park. The families from Harmony Hill School and Abram Lansing Elementary were welcomed by Zorkie Nelson and his Ghanaian Drum and Dance Ensemble who played uplifting music to get everyone in the spirit of the…
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Back to School Message about School Safety Protocols
Dear Cohoes Families, The safety of our students and staff continues to be the highest priority of the Cohoes City School District. We maintain close working relationships with the police and fire departments, and regularly practice safety drills throughout the year. With all students now back in our buildings, we wanted to take the opportunity…
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Welcome to the 2022-23 School Year from Superintendent Peggy O’Shea
Dear Cohoes City School District Families, The first day of school is one of my favorite days of the school year! We look forward to welcoming our Kindergarten through 12th grade students on Tuesday, September 6 and our Universal Pre-Kindergarten students on Thursday, September 8. A free breakfast and lunch for all CCSD students will…
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COVID-19 Guidance for the 2022-23 school year
The Centers for Disease Control has provided updated guidance for schools to follow in the 2022-23 school year. The New York State Departments of Health and Education have also issued joint guidance aligned with the CDC’s recommendation. The Cohoes City School District is following this latest guidance. For more information, please review “What Parents/Caregivers Should…
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UAlbany Literacy Lab helps students develop confidence in reading and writing
Students from Harmony Hill and Abram Lansing elementary schools strengthened their reading and writing skills this summer thanks to the UAlbany Literacy Lab, a capstone practicum for students pursuing their literacy specialist master’s degree. “We want students to see themselves as readers and writers,” said Dr. Cheryl Dozier, associate professor in Literacy Teaching and Learning,…
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Summer programming mixes learning and fun
Students participating in summer programs at all three elementary schools and the middle school are keeping their brains active and their social skills sharp, while having fun at the same time. “Our summer learning program gives students the opportunity to have fun, feel connected and build confidence for the year ahead,” said Middle School…
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CMS 4th Quarter Honor Roll
Cohoes Middle School has announced Highest Honors (94.5-100), High Honors (89.50-94.40) and Honors (84.5-89.40) students for the fourth quarter of the 2021-22 school year. HIGHEST HONOR ROLL 94.50 – 100.00 GRADE 6 Caitlyn Baldwin, Alessandra Decker, Maliah Dorsey, Nicholas Garneau, Allen Halliday, Craig Hancock, Machk Hornicek, Benjamin Hotaling, Ashraf Ibrahim, Bryce Jackson, Cecilia Jarosz, Giada…
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CHS 4th Quarter Honor Roll
Cohoes High School has announced Highest Honors (95+), High Honors (90-94.9) and Honors (85-89.9) students for the fourth quarter of the 2021-22 school year. Highest Honor Roll Almas Abbas, Camerin Austin, Isabella Banks, Julie Baran, Jaylynn Bariteau, Landon Bastian, Jaclyn Benedetti, Sarah Bova, Maya Buchanan, Hannah Burgess, Isabella Buttofucco, Cole Cepiel, Christopher Cipollo, Natalie Connell,…