Reminder: National Honor Society is hosting their first service event of the school year this Saturday, October 17 from 9 AM to 2 PM. Join us for Trunks & Treasures: Community Sale Day at Cairo-Durham Elementary School!
Interested in participating? Fill out the google form linked here.
Picture Make-Up Day is Tuesday, October 20!
Picture Make-Up Day is primarily for students who were absent on our original Picture Day. If your student was photographed on our first Picture Day and you would prefer a retake, please complete the permission form below so your student may be photographed again.
Permission slip: https://aptg.co/9KR1rP
The new photographs will replace the original ones in your child’s online gallery. Students who are having their picture taken for the first time this year will receive their access code from the photographer.
If your child is having their picture retaken, you will use the same access code given on picture day. (If you misplaced your access code, please go to www.ismilestudios.com and click the link at the top of the website to have it sent to you.) If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the MS/HS main office.
National Honor Society is hosting their first service event of the school year! Join us Saturday, October 17 from 9 AM to 2 PM for Trunks & Treasures: Community Sale Day at Cairo-Durham Elementary School.
Interested in participating? Fill out the google form linked here.
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.
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!
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.
Welcome to Mustang Monthly! 🐎💙
We’re excited to launch Mustang Monthly, a new district newsletter designed to help our Cairo-Durham community stay connected and informed throughout the school year.
As we prepare to welcome students back on Sept. 8, Mustang Monthly will serve as a central hub for news, events, updates and resources from across the district. Each edition will feature a mix of school and district news, important notices, athletics, music, student and staff highlights, helpful resources, and more.
The September edition includes a welcome message from Dr. Schips, a school tax update, an introduction to Middle School Flex Period, our new agriculture program, a message from our elementary administrators, helpful links, and more.
New editions will be shared during the first week of each month through our usual communication channels.
We hope Mustang Monthly becomes a valuable resource for students, families, faculty, staff and community members!
Read the September edition here!
CDMS Student Council is hosting Trivia Night on April 24th at 7:30pm at the MS/HS Cafeteria. Middle School students only. Teams of 2-10 members. There will be snacks for sale. No Phones Allowed.
CD Middle/High School Parent-Teacher Conference night is tomorrow, Wednesday April 1 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. Parents/guardians can call the office to schedule a conference if you prefer.
Pre-K orientation is tomorrow at 5:30pm! For Pre-K 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026. You can find the Registration Packets on the district website or at the Elementary School Main Office.
Kindergarten orientation is tomorrow at 5:30pm! For Kindergarten 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 5 years old on or before December 1, 2026. You can find the Registration Packets on the district website or at the Elementary School Main Office.
Save the dates for Pre-K and Kindergarten Orientations! Kindergarten orientation is in 5 days
For Pre-K 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
For Kindergarten 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 5 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
You can find the Registration Packets on the district website or at the Elementary School Main Office.
Save the dates for Pre-K and Kindergarten Orientations!
For Pre-K 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 4 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
For Kindergarten 2026-27 eligibility - your child must turn 5 years old on or before December 1, 2026.
You can find the Registration Packets on the district website or at the Elementary School Main Office.
