Affordable Broadband Act: Low-Cost Home Internet
New York State’s Affordable Broadband Act (ABA), enacted in 2025, requires internet service providers with at least 20,000 customers to offer reduced-cost broadband plans to eligible low-income households. Qualifying households may be able to access high-speed home internet for as little as $20 per month, including taxes and equipment fees. Available providers, plans, and speeds vary by location. Mobile and dial-up internet services are not included.
Affordable Broadband Act Q&A
Who may qualify? Households may qualify if they participate in programs such as:
SNAP
Medicaid
HEAP utility affordability benefits
Certain senior or disability rent increase exemptions in NYC and some municipalities in Nassau and Westchester counties
Households that do not participate in these programs may still qualify based on household income.
How can I apply or find out if I qualify? Call 211 to speak with a trained specialist who can help you:
Understand your available broadband options
Determine what documentation you may need
Navigate the enrollment process with your internet provider
When is help available? 211 is available 24/7 across New York State. ABA Navigators are also available by appointment to provide additional assistance.
Where can I learn more? Call 211, scan the QR code on the attached 211 NY Affordable Broadband Act flyer, or visit the New York State 211 website.
We’re hosting a “Meet, Greet, and Eat” in the cafeteria, giving families an opportunity to casually meet teachers, chat about what’s happening at Cairo-Durham, and enjoy pizza and refreshments together.
Middle School Teachers: 5–6 p.m.
High School Teachers: 6–7 p.m.
Individual parent-teacher conferences are available by appointment from 1–4 p.m. or during the hour opposite the Meet, Greet, and Eat.
On Saturday, 9/26 the Girls Varsity Soccer Game was postponed due to inclement weather and there is no reschedule date yet.
Early Release Days and Times
Here are our early release dates for this school year updated with the times. These dates can be found on the Calendars page of the district website. Note: These early release dates are not on the printed wall calendar.
October 9, 2026
December 18, 2026
March 11, 2027
May 18, 2027
Early Dismissal Times:
Middle/High School - Early Dismissal is at 11:45 AM
Elementary School - Early Dismissal is at 12:45 PM
Early Release Days
Here are our early release dates for this school year. You may also find these dates on the district calendars page.
October 9, 2026
December 18, 2026
March 11, 2027
May 18, 2027
Times:
MS/HS - Early Dismissal is 11:45 AM
ES - Early Dismissal is at 12:45 PM
Order Krispy Kreme Doughnuts & Coffee - help support the class of 2027!
Every purchase helps offset senior-year expenses and allows us to make this final year together extra special, including: our “Every 27th” senior surprises, senior trip, senior breakfast, graduation activities, and other special senior-year memories!
1 Dozen Glazed Doughnuts - $14
1/2 Dozen : chocolate iced glazed, glazed raspberry-filled, glazed white cream filled, and glazed lemon-filled - $14
Classic Regular Coffee (medium roast) - $12
Classic Decaf Coffee - $12
Order before September 30, 2026. Doughnuts will be delivered by October 7.
To place your order:
See a member of the senior class
Mrs. Gouza at the high school, or
Ms. Hill at the elementary school
Every dozen of doughnuts and every bag of coffee makes a difference. Thank you for supporting the Cairo-Durham Class of 2027 and helping us make their senior year one to remember!
The Girls Varsity Volleyball Team and the Girls JV Volleyball Team also won last night against Catskill by scores of 3-1 and 2-0. The girls play again on Friday, 9/18.
The Boys Varsity Soccer Team played Taconic Hills for the second time in a week and came out on the losing end of a 5-3 game. The boys play again on 9/18 versus Germantown.
$12 Adults | $8 Children Under 10
Enjoy breakfast with family and friends, and enter to win one of the raffle baskets!
The Class of 2028 is also seeking donations to support the event, including raffle basket items, gift cards, themed baskets, local goodies, experiences, breakfast supplies and other event supplies.
Funds raised will support future class activities, including prom, the senior trip, pep rallies, graduation and more.
Interested in donating? Contact jsearing@cairodurham.org.
Thank you for supporting the Class of 2028!
Booster Club News
Annual Mum Fundraiser and Next Meeting Information
Cairo-Durham Booster Club is holding their Annual Mum Sale! 9" Hardy Potted Mums grown by Story's Farm. $15 per plant.
Place your order in this google form.
Payment options - Payment must be received by 09/29.
Check - made out to Cairo-Durham Booster Club
Venmo - CairoDurhamBoosterClub
Cash
Pick-Up Information - Pick-up will be during Homecoming games (exact times will follow) Friday, Oct. 2 and Saturday, Oct. 3 between both soccer fields. Please check-in at the Booster Club table before taking Mums. The colors of mums are random.
This is a pre-order event - Help Support our students and athletes!
Questions? Email Megan Wright (mwright@cairodurham.org)
Interested in joining the Cairo-Durham Booster Club?
The next Booster Club meeting is Thursday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 PM in the HS Media Center. We are here to support out student athletes and encourage school spirit.
Gear up for yourself, your family, your friends, or the stands with your favorite Mustang apparel and accessories!
Every purchase supports the Class of 2028, helping offset the cost of Prom, the Senior Trip, pep rallies, graduation activities, and more.
Help make their final two years of High School unforgettable. Join the herd and show your Mustang pride! 🐴💙
🔗https://stores.inksoft.com/cairo_durham_class_of_2028/shop/home
Sale ends October 2, 2026.
The Boys Varsity Soccer Team won their consolation game on Saturday morning going to PKs (Penaly Kicks) to decide the outcome of the game. The next game for the boys is also on Monday, 9/14, at Hudson at 4:30.
The Varsity Football Team lost their first game of the season on Friday night to a tough Taconic Hills Team. The final score was 28-7 and the next game for the CCD team is on 9/25, at Catskill, at 6:30 PM.
The Bosy Varsity Soccer Team lost a physical game to Watervliet last night by a score of 5-2. The boys next game is on Friday vs Taconic Hills at the Berlin/New Lebanon Tournament at 5:00 PM.
Sports Schedule (Week of Sept. 8)
Check out this week's sports schedule:
Tuesday - 9/8
Cross Country at Maple Hill at 4:30
Varsity Golf at Hudson at 4:15
Girls Varsity and JV Volleyball vs Hudson in the MS Gym at 5:00
Wednesday - 9/9
Girls Varsity Soccer at Watervliet at 4:30
Varsity Golf vs Chatham at 4:15
Boys Varsity Soccer vs Watervliet at CDHS at 5:00
Thursday - 9/10Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Berlin/New Lebanon at the Berlin/New LebanonTournament at 7:00 PM
Girls Varsity and JV Volleyball at Greenville at 5:00
Friday - 9/11Varsity Football at Taconic Hills at 7:00 PM
Boys Varsity Soccer at Berlin/New Lebanon Tournament, vs Taconic Hills at 7:00 PM
Varsity Golf at Coxsackie-Athens at 4:15
Girls Varsity Tennis vs Maple Hill at 4:30 at CDHS
Saturday - 9/12Boys Varsity Soccer at Berlin/New Lebanon Tournament vs TBD at TBD
Girls Varsity Soccer at Berlin/New Lebanon Tournament vs TBD at TBD
