Ms. Burton's 8th grade Science classes had a blast in their Christmas labs last week! Students were able to make "Reindeer Toothpaste", snowmen, holiday kaleidoscopes and more by initiating the chemical and physical reactions of specific ingredients.
The Cairo-Durham Central School District would like to wish you and your loved ones a very happy holiday season. We'll see you back in school on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023!
On behalf of Superintendent Michael Wetherbee and the entire Cairo-Durham Central School District, we would like to wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday season! View Mr. Wetherbee's Holiday Letter in this attachment!
Kennedy B. in Mrs. Maassmann's CDHS Life Skills Class was one of three students tasked with the responsibility of being a "father" for the entire school day on Dec. 22. He experienced what it’s like to have a baby all day! Great job, Kennedy!
NOTICE: The Cairo-Durham Central School District will have an Early Dismissal today, December 23, 2022 due to impending inclement weather. The Middle School/High School will dismiss at 12:45 p.m. and the Elementary School will dismiss at 1:45 p.m. In addition to the Early Dismissal, there will be no afterschool activities today.
Thank you for your cooperation!
-The Cairo-Durham Central School District
The Boys Varsity Basketball team defeated Catskill 55-46 tonight. The Girls Varsity Basketball team lost to Catskill 69-22, the Boys JV Basketball team lost 70-41, and despite pins by Adam Schlosser and Chris Sperano the Varsity Wrestling team lost to Greenville 66-12.
Ugly Sweaters always bring some holiday cheer! #Lauren #Kaylan #MrMoore
Check out the kind gesture of students in Mrs. Fitzgerald's 5th grade class who went to Walmart to purchase Christmas gifts for adopted families! Students were then treated to lunch at Pomodoro's Italian Eatery in Catskill.
Special shoutout to former Cairo-Durham CSD teacher Mr. Singer who stopped by Ms. Farnsworth's 1st grade class to teach scholars how to make dough ornaments!
Questar III and HVCC STEM High School is now accepting applications from active 8th grade students only for their P-TECH and Early College High School Programs (ECHS). The programs will prepare students for in-demand jobs in STEM careers, offering pathways in Computer Information Systems, Engineering, Environmental Science and Health Sciences. For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.questar.org/education/ptech-echs/.
Tech Valley High School is now accepting applications from active 8th grade students only. As part of Tech Valley High School's application, you are required to attend a virtual or in person information session before filling out the application prior to March 3, 2023 and be on track to meet all requirements for successful completion of their 8th grade school year. For more information, please visit http://techvalleyhigh.org/.
Interested students for either Tech Valley High School or STEM High School must meet with MS School Counselor Ms. Westfall and a parent/guardian to discuss the application process,
Any additional questions and to make an appointment, Danielle Lacitignola, MS Student Services Secretary at dlacitignola@cairodurham.org or Ms. Westfall, School Counselor at kwestfall@cairodurham.org.
On "Character Day" at CDES, these two scholars channeled their best Wednesday Addams from the hit Netflix show "WEDNESDAY"! Great job, students!
It's Winter Spirit Week at all Cairo-Durham schools! Check here to see what the theme day is for your school during the week of Dec. 19-23. We can't wait to see you all embrace the holiday spirit!
Interested in learning more about special education? The Capital District Family and Community Engagement Center is offering several learning opportunities for parents and families in January 2023. In formation can be found at:
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Learning-Opportunities-in-January-2023.html?soid=1102652165468&aid=fgtYqzXQXxE
Winter Concerts are coming to Cairo-Durham CSD! Check out the schedule of the final performances to be held at CDHS.
It's Winter Spirit Week at all Cairo-Durham schools! Check here to see what the theme day is for your school during the week of Dec. 19-23. We can't wait to see you all embrace the holiday spirit!
Take a look at the Winter Spirit Week schedule at CDHS for the week of Dec. 19-23! We can't wait to see everyone embrace the holiday spirit!
Take a look at the Winter Spirit Week days at Cairo-Durham Elementary School for the week of Dec. 19-23! Can't wait to see everyone embrace the holiday spirit!
We're in the 12 Days of Spirit at CDMS! From now until Friday Dec. 23, CDMS will be festive in specific theme days.
Are you the parent of a child with a disability? Our friends at Parent to Parent of NYS are sponsoring a workshop series for parents designed to help you understand your child's rights.
The series is open to parents across New York State, so share this information with your friends and family.
CD High School Student of the Month - November 2022
Cairo-Durham High School is excited to announce that Dean Parmelee is the November Student of the Month! Dean is a member of the senior class, excited to graduate in the spring. Dean is taking many college level courses, maintaining grades in the 90s. He believes that the key to his success is having a balance between academics and forming good relationships with his peers and teachers. Additionally, he knows that he will not always understand the material right away, but has found that if he gets a little assistance and then practices those new skills, he is much more successful. Dean sees himself as a role model for his peers, trying to always set a good example. He knows that his positive attitude helps others around him, because sometimes they need a good example in their lives. Dean’s College Level Government teacher, Mr. Pisano, describes him as, “putting in a great deal of effort into every assignment, going above and beyond, sometimes turning in assignments before the due date. He has a great attitude, is very respectful, and has the highest average in the class.”
Outside of the classroom, Dean is part of the new Wellness Club that takes place in the new workout room after school. He enjoys being able to be active again, since having to stop playing basketball due to some health issues. In his free time, outside of school, Dean enjoys hiking and being outside. Dean states that hiking with his girl friend, “is just a great way to bond and maintain a healthy mind.” He also enjoys video games and movies, but balances that time with reading and homework. Additionally, Dean was a supervisor at Zoom Flume over the summer and enjoyed every minute of it. After college Dean hopes to attend SUNY New Paltz and study Astronomy. Dean is pictured with his Chemistry teacher, Mr. Joshua Yaple. Cairo-Durham is very proud of Dean and is excited to honor him as Student of the Month!
