On Thursday, October 17, the Cairo-Durham middle and high schools will dismiss at 11:45 am. Buses will still transport high school students to Questar programs at their normally scheduled times.
Reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, October 11, all Cairo-Durham CSD schools will be dismissed early. The middle and high schools will dismiss at 11:45 am, and the elementary school and AM Pre-K will dismiss at 12:45 pm. There will not be any PM Pre-K. Buses will still transport high school students to Questar programs at their normally scheduled times.
Picture Makeup Day is Tuesday, October 15! The times are 8:30-9:30 am at the MS and 9:30-10:30 am at the HS.
Picture Makeup Day is primarily for students who were absent on the 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. 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.)
Feel free to contact your school's main office if you have any questions.
Cairo-Durham Middle and High School invites you to the upcoming Parent-Teacher Conference Day on Thursday, October 17, 2024. Meeting times are between 1-4 PM and 5-7 PM.
You can contact your school's main office if you'd like to schedule a conference with your student's teacher.
Reminder: Nominations for the October 2024 “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” are officially open and can be submitted at the link below by Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6 p.m. Past nominations will also be considered in the selection process. Click here ( https://forms.gle/Lt8JyCBq22S5eke99 ) to submit a nomination for October 2024!
Reminder: We welcome families to join us for CDMS Back to School Night, tomorrow, October 9th, from 5:00-6:30 PM!
The Middle School Student Council presents the Halloween Dance and Costume Contest
on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Cairo-Durham Middle School from 6:00-8:30 PM.
The Cairo-Durham Central School District is accepting applications for a full-time maintenance person. Click here to learn more: https://www.cairodurham.org/documents/employment/job-postings/246137
This Week in Sports at Cairo-Durham!
Check out the CDSports LiveStream YouTube channel where many games are live-streamed. Click Here: https://www.youtube.com/@cdsportslivestream4550/streams
The week of 10/21 is Anti-Bullying and Drug Prevention Theme Week at the middle school.
10/21-Sock it to Drugs and Bullies- Wear Wacky Socks
10/22-Walk in someone else’s shoes- Trade a shoe with a friend or wear mismatched shoes
10/23-Wrangle Drugs and Bullies- Dress like a cowboy/cowgirl
10/24-Try PEACE instead of Drugs and Bullies- Dress like a hippie
10/25-Don’t sweat saying NO!- Wear Sweats
Nominations for the October 2024 “Mustang Monthly Alumni Spotlight” are officially open and can be submitted at the link below by Friday, October 25, 2024, at 6 p.m. Past nominations will also be considered in the selection process.
Click here ( https://forms.gle/Lt8JyCBq22S5eke99 ) to submit a nomination for October 2024!
Cairo-Durham Middle and High School Names Second Assistant Principal:
October 3, 2024
CAIRO, NY – During the Cairo-Durham Central School District Board of Education meeting on September 25, 2024, Austin Crittenden was appointed as the second Assistant Principal at the Cairo-Durham Middle and High School.
Mr. Crittenden, born in Red Hook, NY, lives in his hometown with his wife and two children. Austin Crittenden earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Quinnipiac University, a Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) from Bard College, and a Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in educational leadership from SUNY New Paltz.
“Outside of school, you might find me exploring the Hudson Valley with my family, playing basketball, or attending a local trivia night,” Mr. Crittenden said.
Austin Crittenden has always received inspiration from those who make a positive social impact. So, he was drawn to education as it’s a field with extensive opportunities that allow for personal and professional growth with plenty of moments to spread positivity.
During Austin’s time in the Arlington Central School District, he was both a middle and high school social studies teacher. During those nine years of teaching at Arlington CSD, Mr. Crittenden also took on other roles such as being a coach, a club advisor, and a member of several building committees. He later earned his School Building Leader (SBL) certification to better serve his district.
“In the classroom, I have shown a commitment to my students by prioritizing their well-being and achievement. I work to inspire a culture of growth among students, the same mindset that has empowered my development as an educator. I am also passionate about ensuring that school is a welcoming and inclusive space where every student can find a sense of belonging,” Mr. Crittenden said. “The proudest moments in my career have been when I have gone the extra mile to support my most vulnerable students– as a caring teacher, coach, and advisor. I have been consistently impressed by the learning and achievements of my students. I look forward to making sure that students at the Cairo-Durham Middle and High School feel seen, supported, and celebrated by their school and I’m excited to see what they’re capable of.”
On Friday, October 11, all Cairo-Durham CSD schools will be dismissed early. The middle and high schools will dismiss at 11:45 am, and the elementary school and AM Pre-K will dismiss at 12:45 pm. There will not be any PM Pre-K. Buses will still transport high school students to Questar programs at their normally scheduled times.
The Cairo-Durham CSD is hiring for the following Winter coaching positions:
*Basketball, Girls Varsity
*Basketball, Girls Varsity Asst.
*Basketball, Girls JV
*Basketball, Girls Modified
*Volleyball, Boys JV
If you are interested in any of the positions, please, send an email to Herbert Tedford as soon as possible at - htedford@cairodurham.org.
Please be advised the NJHS Induction scheduled for Wednesday October 9 will be rescheduled to a later date. This date will be shared with all families of students who are invited to participate in National Junior Honor Society for the 2024-2025 School Year.
CDMS students learned and played non-contact rugby yesterday during their PE class with guest instructor Renee Clarke, who is a rugby player from Australia.
Thank you to Rugby NY and Rob Sliwinski for this opportunity!
Due to weather conditions, the visiting team has canceled the Modified Girls and Boys Soccer game scheduled for today, Thursday, 9/26 @ 4:30 PM at Maple Hill.
The Cairo-Durham CSD is hiring for a temporary School Counselor or School Social Worker.
Click here for more information: https://www.cairodurham.org/documents/employment/job-postings/246137
A special board of education meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 2, at 5:30 PM in the District Office.
This Week in Sports!
Check out the CDSports LiveStream YouTube channel where many games are live-streamed. Click Here: https://www.youtube.com/@cdsportslivestream4550/streams
