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  • Feedback sought on proposed Homeless Children and Parent and Family Engagement policies

    As discussed at the Oct. 5 Board of Education meeting, there are proposed revisions to our Homeless Children Policy 5151 and our Parent and Family Engagement Policy 1900 based on updated state and federal requirements.  The Parent and Family Engagement Policy describes how we will carry out the designated Title I, Part A, parent and…

  • RPI Engineering Ambassadors encourage students to explore STEM

    The middle schoolers had the privilege of meeting Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) students this week and participating in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) activities. It’s part of the RPI Engineering Ambassadors (EA) program, which began in 2011 with a mission to “provide an assembly of highly motivated students who drive to inspire a younger audience…

  • 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…

  • 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.…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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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