The Cairo-Durham High School newspaper is back! Check out the full March 2024 edition here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2363/cdhs/4077199/CDInsiderVol1Mar2024.pdf
On March 14, 2024, the Cairo-Durham High School Classes are hosting an 'Elementary Teacher vs. Middle/High School Teacher' basketball game as a fundraiser! Tickets for entrance to the game will be sold, as well as concessions.
The CDTA will sell 50/50 tickets, with proceeds toward the CDTA Scholarship fund. The Booster Club will be selling school merchandise.
Each high school class has been assigned a list of concession items to avoid duplicates. The money raised from the concession stand will offset the cost of class activities such as pep rallies, prom, the senior trip and more. Please see the attachment for what each class is responsible for.
The game ticket prices are:
Adults $5
Kids/Students $3
If you want to purchase game tickets, please contact a Cairo-Durham High School Class Advisor:
Senior Class Advisors
Mary Savoia (msavoia@cairodurham.org) and Alyssa Wickham (awickham@cairodurham.org)
Junior Class Advisor
Jennifer Searing-Burke (jsearing@cairodurham.org)
Sophomore Class Advisors
Joshua Yaple (jyaple@cairodurham.org) and Matthew Hitchen (mhitchen@cairodurham.org)
Freshman Class Advisors
Shelly Gouza (sgouza@cairodurham.org) and Jennifer Hill (jhill@cairodurham.org)
The Cairo-Durham High School Class of 2026 is selling Cinnabon to raise funds for our prom next year! Please fill out the Google Form from the QR code in the poster and drop off money to a class officer, Mr. Yaple, or Mr. Hitchen! The cut-off date for orders is March 8, 2024 with estimated delivery on March 21, 2024.
The Cairo-Durham Central School District would like to send a special shoutout and congratulations to Cairo-Durham High School juniors Dezaray Riley and Anthony Panicola and senior Elexzandreah Demaris for having their individual artwork selected to be showcased at the 25th Annual High School Regional Juried Art Exhibition from March 12 to April 13, 2024 at Russell Sage College in Albany, sponsored by the Olpaka Gallery!
The students' displays will be available to be viewed Tuesday-Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. with extended hours until 8 p.m. on Thursdays.
NEWS RELEASE from Cairo-Durham Central School District
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cairo-Durham Central School District Announces Jonathan Halligan as February 2024 “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” Recipient
CAIRO, NY, March 5, 2024 – The Cairo-Durham Central School District is proud to announce the February 2024 recipient of the “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” is Bank of Greene County Municipal Banking Officer Jonathan Halligan (‘11).
Halligan, a 2015 graduate of SUNY Oneonta, has quickly left a great impact on surrounding communities through volunteerism and donating to organizations such as local youth sports organizations, the Catskill Elks Club and the City of Kingston Parks and Recreation Department. He can often be found on the basketball court as an official or the baseball diamond as an umpire, serving on the International Association of Approve Basketball Officials #114 and as the secretary and treasurer of the Columbia-Greene Umpire Association.
“My time at Cairo-Durham Central School District instilled in me the values of hard work, dedication and community involvement. The supportive environment provided by teachers and staff encouraged me to pursue my interests and develop important skills such as critical thinking, teamwork and communication. These foundational experiences have been invaluable in shaping the person I am today and have prepared me to face the challenges of adulthood with confidence,” Halligan said. “Playing basketball for four years under hall of fame coach Bob Piano taught me that being a student-athlete was a privilege and the importance of teamwork. Mr. Karnes took me on as a freshman on the baseball team and made me grow up quickly. Having him put me in situations where I could be successful to help the team win, grew confidence in my abilities on and off the field. I take the lessons learned on the basketball court, baseball diamond and classroom with great pride.”
Describing himself as a “quiet but driven, curious, and passionate about learning” student, Halligan takes great pride in graduating fourth in his Cairo-Durham High School class of 2011 and his ability to apply lessons from the classroom and athletics to his performance.
“All around, Jonathan was one of those great student-athletes. He was excellent in the classroom and a star on the baseball field,” said Halligan’s nominator and Cairo-Durham Mustang Pride Hall of Famer Tom Karnes. “ Jonathan led by example. He was always willing to help his teammates and was always looking to get better. When I was coaching, I always thought if I could have nine Jon Halligan’s, that would be one amazing team.”
Touching on Halligan’s local employment, Karnes described Halligan as “an excellent role model” for future Mustangs.
“It’s really nice that some of our alumni stay local and he has great ties here. I think it’s a great example to young students that there are opportunities here in Greene County,” said Karnes.
Providing advice to future generations of Mustangs, Halligan invites today’s youth to live in the moment and to treat people with kindness and respect while chasing their dreams.
“Embrace every opportunity to learn and grow, both inside and outside the classroom. Find your passions and pursue them with enthusiasm and dedication. Remember to be kind, empathetic and inclusive, and always strive to make a positive impact in the world around you,” Halligan said. “Get to know your classmates and cherish the friendships and memories you make along the way, and never underestimate the power of hard work and perseverance in achieving your goals. High school goes quick, enjoy every second and be kind to your local officials. Most do it because they love the game and have been in your shoes once before. Once a Mustang, always a Mustang!”
In an effort to bridge the community and the Cairo-Durham Central School District, the “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” was created to provide an opportunity for community members to nominate members of the Cairo-Durham Class of 2018 or prior who have made an impact in the community, embrace Cairo-Durham pride and serve as role models to future generations of Mustangs to be recognized on the District’s platforms.
Nominations for the March 2024 “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” are officially open and can be submitted at the link below by Friday, March. 22, 2024 at 3 p.m. Past nominations will also be considered in the selection process. Click here to submit a nomination for March 2024.
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Photo: Cairo-Durham Central School District February 2024 “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” recipient Bank of Greene County Municipal Banking Officer Jonathan Halligan (‘11).
The Cairo-Durham High School Class of 2026 is selling Cinnabon to raise funds for our prom next year! Please fill out the Google Form from the QR code in the poster and drop off money to a class officer, Mr. Yaple, or Mr. Hitchen! The cut-off date for orders is March 8, 2024 with estimated delivery on March 21, 2024.
Curtains up on the final showing of Newsies and it's sold out!
If you have not seen the show yet, make sure you are there Sunday at 2pm for the last viewing of "Newsies".
Students were able to view a preview of tonight's opening of "Newsies". Show starts at 7 tonight! Tickets can be purchased at the door, first come, first serve!
The Boys Varsity Volleyball Team lost to Catskill last night in the Class C/D Sectional Finals at Rensselaer by a score of 3-2. It was a great back and forth match with tremendous crowd support for our Mustangs.
The Cairo-Durham Class of 2024 is hosting a "Nothing Bundt" cake fundraiser! Each Bundt cake costs $7, with orders and payments due to the Cairo-Durham High School Main Office by March 3, 2024. Orders will be delivered on March 14, 2024, or March 15, 2024 (Superintendent's Conference Day) at Cairo-Durham High School.
Available flavors are the following:
Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry, Red Velvet, Chocolate Chip, Classic Vanilla, Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip and Oreo Cookies and Cream.
For more information, please contact Class of 2024 advisors Mary Savoia (msavoia@cairodurham.org) and/or Alyssa Wickham (awickham@cairodurham.org).
Cairo-Durham High School and Questar III BOCES Welding junior Connor Alberson has been busy fabricating the stands for the Cat'n Around Catskill" celebration in downtown Catskill under the supervision of and with assistance from Cairo-Durham High School alumni Augie Freeman!
The Cairo-Durham Central School District is incredibly proud of the valiant effort of its High School Varsity Boys Volleyball team this season! We are grateful for the support from all three building levels and the community displaying Mustang Pride on Feb. 29, 2024!
If you didn't get a chance to see the District's video wishing the team good luck, check it out here: https://fb.watch/qwKltU1IV3/
It's showtime! Be sure to check out the Cairo-Durham High School's musical "Newsies" this weekend, March 1-3, 2024!
Congratulations to the Boys Varsity Volleyball Team and Coach Chris Hagan for advancing to the Sectional Finals after defeating Voorheesville on Tuesday night by a score of 3-1. The next game for the boys is on Thursday night (2/29), versus Catskill, at Rensselaer High School at 7:00 PM.
Check out some happy volunteers Ms. Manoli captured bundling newspapers for this weekend's production of "Newsies"! Can't wait to see you at the musical March 1-3!
Planning on attending the Cairo-Durham Varsity Boys Volleyball Section 2 Class C Championship match against Catskill at Rensselaer High School tonight at 7 p.m.? Be sure to get your tickets for the contest in advance using this link: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAII
Spectators must purchase a ticket in advance in order to attend. Go Mustangs!
CALLING ALL MUSTANGS! Help us send off our Cairo-Durham High School Boys Volleyball Team to their Section 2 Class C Championship game with a Mustang Pride Day! Students, staff, families and community members are encouraged to rock their blue and white! All are invited to meet in front of Cairo-Durham High School, today, Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 at 4:10 p.m. to give our boys a celebratory send-off. The game will take place at 7 p.m. at Rensselaer High School against Catskill. Go Mustangs!
The Cairo-Durham High School Class of 2026 is selling Cinnabon to raise funds for our prom next year! Please fill out the Google Form from the QR code in the poster and drop off money to a class officer, Mr. Yaple, or Mr. Hitchen! The cut-off date for orders is March 8, 2024 with estimated delivery on March 21, 2024.
Mustang Pride was on full display in the Cairo-Durham Central School District, as we wish the best of luck to our Varsity Boys Volleyball team competing in the Section 2 Class C championship match tonight at 7 p.m. at Rensselaer High School against Catskill! Check out a video here: https://fb.watch/qwKltU1IV3/
If you are attending the game, be sure to have your tickets purchased in advance as cash sales and purchasing tickets at the door are prohibited! You can purchase your tickets here: https://gofan.co/app/school/NYSPHSAAII
Can't attend? We have you covered! Check out the livestream of the match here: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ny/rensselaer/organization/126868/rensselaerscho-high-school/watch?s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeTI1MzU2NzA4
There will also be a watch party at Old Factory in Cairo for those interested in catching the match!
Go Mustangs!
