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Nine Cohoes Seniors sign athletic letters
Nine Cohoes seniors recently signed celebratory letters of intent to continue their athletic careers next year at the collegiate level. Shea Bryant signed a letter to play volleyball at Sage College. She was captain of the volleyball team and was a 2nd Team Colonial Council All Star this past season. Shea is a multiple…
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CHS names new assistant principal
The Cohoes Board of Education recently approved the appointment of Robert Santarcangelo as assistant principal of Cohoes High School. Mr. Santarcangelo, a familiar face to students, is currently the dean of students and social studies teacher leader, and formerly a longtime social studies teacher. His new position is effective August 1. “Mr. Santarcangelo brings a…
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Apply to become a substitute teacher
In our district, substitute teachers, teaching assistants and nurses are in high-demand and needed on an ongoing basis. You can apply to become a substitute through Capital Region BOCES. Qualifications Each district looks at applications on a case-by-case basis Substitute teachers must have proof of 60 college credits, an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, license or…
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Capital Region Students and Teachers Making a Difference Award recipients
Cohoes High School seniors Sara Thaqi and Olivia McDonald, along with teachers Mr. Kloczko and Mrs. Ball, were recently honored with the 36th Annual Capital Region Students and Teachers Making a Difference Award by the Capital Area School Development Association (CASDA). Both students were nominated by CHS guidance counselors. Sara is this year’s Class of…
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CHS announces top three students from Class of 2022
Sara Thaqi – Valedictorian At the top of the list is Sara Thaqi, earning the title of valedictorian with an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 100.00. “For the past few years, I have tried my best to maintain high grades and I am very grateful and honored to receive this distinction as a result.…
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A Message from Superintendent Peggy O’Shea
Dear Cohoes Families and Caregivers: There are no words to convey the sadness, anger and anxiety we may experience in the aftermath of yesterday’s violence at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. This incident, coupled with the senseless mass shooting in Buffalo and other recent events, is heartbreaking and unexplainable. There is no doubt this…
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Voters Approve Budget and Capital Project; 3 Board members elected
On May 17, Cohoes City School District voters approved a $47 million budget for the 2022-23 school year by a vote of 441 to 99, a margin of 82%. Voters also approved a $19.985 million capital project referendum by a vote of 449 to 87, a margin of 84%. Three members were elected to the…
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Voters Approve Capital Project Referendum
On Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Cohoes voters approved a $19,985,700 capital project referendum that will improve existing buildings and classroom spaces to enhance students’ educational experience. The project will address key health and safety measures, as well as improvements to the district’s athletic fields and will have no additional tax impact on residents. How will…
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Capital Project Referendum Video
Work for the next generation starts now and big plans are on the horizon for Cohoes students. Check out this video to learn more about the capital project referendum. For detailed information on the project, and the proposed work being done at each school, learn more here.
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UPK 4 Lottery Drawing
Due to an overwhelming response to our grant-funded UPK program, a lottery was held for all open seats to determine enrollment in the program. For all families who were unable to secure a seat, they will be placed on an official wait list and called by the order their name was drawn during this lottery…
