NY THURSDAY: Check out today's NY Thursday Menu!
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Huge shoutout to senior captain Taylor Scales! She’s dominating the 200 free relay, 50 free, and 100 breaststroke while leading the team in and out of the pool. Plus, she’s a Lacrosse standout too! Congrats, Taylor!
SPIRIT WEEK UPDATE: The High School has updated Thursday's theme.
HOMECOMING: Get ready for an exciting Chenango Forks Homecoming this Friday and Saturday!
Friday:
- Homecoming Parade (5:30 pm)
- Bonfire (following parade behind the tennis court)
Saturday:
- Homecoming Game vs. Newark Valley (2:00 pm)
- Homecoming Dance (7:00 pm)
Don't miss out on a weekend full of school spirit and fun!
RISE AND SHINE: Friday was our first Rise and Shine Assembly for our 3rd through 5th grade students. Mrs. Birch and Mrs. Young led this assembly with a focus on leadership skills. This year, our students are receiving tickets from adults throughout the building for demonstrating one of the seven habits. The tickets are then turned into the office and names are drawn each week. The students whose tickets are pulled will be recognized at our Rise and Shine Assemblies for helping to “Lead the Way” at CFE. Congratulations to the students who were recognized this week for “Leading the Way”!
OPEN HOUSE: It's that time of year again! The Chenango Forks High School Open House is on September 24, 2024, from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. We encourage all families to come out and see what the entire school has to offer!
FIELD TRIP: The Costa Rica club went on a field trip to the trails at SUNY Broome Forks Alu, Ryan Black (22'). Ryan is a graduate of SUNY ESF’s Ranger School and taught students about the local forest ecology in the southern tier to see how it might compare to what students will see in Costa Rica! He taught about dendrology, forest succession, relationships between plants and animals, and how to determine the age of a forest.
RISE AND SHINE: Today was our first Rise and Shine Assembly for our PreK-2nd grade students. Mrs. Birch and Mrs. Young led this assembly with a focus on leadership skills. This year, our students are receiving tickets from adults throughout the building for demonstrating one of the seven habits. The tickets are then turned into the office and names are drawn each week. The students whose tickets are pulled will be recognized at our Rise and Shine Assemblies for helping to “Lead the Way” at CFE. Congratulations to the students who were recognized this week for “Leading the Way”!
SPIRIT WEEK: We are so excited for homecoming next week! Here is what the spirit week leading up to the big game looks like for CFE and the Middle School!
FRENCH CLUB FUNDRAISER: Help support our French Club through their Donut Fundraiser! Students will begin selling on 9/23/24 and the donuts will arrive on the 27th! Both glazed and frosted options are available!
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: This week's Athlete of the week is Zephan Tompkins. Tompkins has scored 6 goals and recorded 2 assists in 4 games. His energy has set the tone for Blue Devil’s soccer. Zephan is a senior and plays midfield. He is a 3-year varsity player and a captain. Zephan was named Greene Tournament All-Star. He is also a standout on our track and field team.
CHALK THE WALK: Chenango Forks Central School District is honored to participate in this year's BC SAFE 'Chalk the Walk' event. Taking place during 'Suicide Prevention Month,' the initiative aims to raise awareness about mental health and the resources available to the community.
FRESH SALSA: Mrs. Shoudy's FACS classes learned how to make a fresh garden salsa today with ingredients from our garden!
BLUE RIBBON FORUM: Join the Conversation: Blue Ribbon Commission Forum on Graduation Measures
In November 2023, the Blue Ribbon Commission on Graduation Measures presented new recommendations for diploma requirements to the Board of Regents, shaping the future of education in our state. Now, it's time for YOU to have a say in how these changes will be implemented!
DATE: Sept. 26, 2024
TIME: 6 - 8:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Zoom (Pre-registration is required)
During the forum, you'll have the chance to join smaller breakout groups to provide valuable feedback on the Department’s vision for implementing these important recommendations. This is your opportunity to ensure that the voices of parents, students, and community members are heard!
Why should you attend?
Your input will directly impact how graduation requirements are shaped, ensuring they are fair and beneficial to all students. Whether you're a parent, educator, or concerned community member, your participation is vital in helping create a well-rounded and inclusive educational system for future graduates.
To register, use this link: https://btboces-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckc-mtpjosGNzfeirLSuoRX4cK9vjz8QSM#/registration
For more details, visit: (https://nysed.gov/grad-measures)
Don't miss this chance to make a difference in the future of education!
BUS DRIVERS: Our bus drivers are the everyday heroes who safely transport our students to and from CF, rain or shine, (and snow too!) Their dedication, patience, and care help ensure our kids start and end their day with a smile. Let’s give a big shoutout to all the amazing drivers who play a vital role in our children’s education and safety!
PERSONAL BEST DAY: Our 9th Graders got out of the classroom this week to engage in a day of team building and fun! Students from the STTA assisted with some of the activities too!
CAREER PLANNING: One of our goals at CFMS this year is to help our students build stronger real-world connections to the curriculum they are learning throughout the school year. We want to help our students better prepare for their future career planning.
Would you like to share your career and expertise with our students? If so, please fill out the form at the link below and one of our teachers will reach out to you in the near future to set up a date and time for you to visit a classroom!
Link: https://forms.gle/eN5V4H46TVUseNgu8
PICTURE DAY: High School Picture Days will be 9/18/2024 and 9/19/2024
Visit https://vando.imagequix.com/S9SRC9J and enter the school Online Code NY08295F24 to order online.
PICTURE DAY: Middle School picture days will be on Monday 9/16 and Tuesday 9/17 during PE classes. Order forms are available in homeroom or the main office.
Visit https://vando.imagequix.com/S9SRC9J and enter the school Online Code NY08292F24 to order online. (The preorder site closes 48 hours after the last picture day.)
NEVER FORGET: Today, we remember the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on 9/11. It's a day that changed us forever, but also a day that showed the strength, resilience, and unity of our nation.
