Chenango Forks Central Elementary School

More summer fun at Chenango Forks Elementary!

Our students have been busy exploring the great outdoors during Summer Enrichment! From nature walks and scavenger hunts to identifying local species, they’ve been learning how to care for themselves and the earth.

A recent highlight was a visit from Danielle Wood, retired teacher and wildlife rehabber from All Creatures Great and Small. Danielle introduced us to some of her rescued animals, including a few amazing tortoises, and shared how her nonprofit organization helps injured and orphaned wildlife.

She reminded us: If you see an animal in need, don’t touch, call a trained rehabber or the DEC. Protect wildlife by keeping trails clean, respecting their habitats, and observing from a distance.

It’s been a wonderful way to connect with nature and learn how to protect the world around us!

The Chenango Forks Book Mobile is back! The Book Mobile travels out into the community during the summer to give our students the opportunity to check out books throughout the summer! We have books for children from preschool all the way through grade 12.

Students can listen to a read aloud, enjoy a fun craft, grab a snack, and check out a book to read! Take a look at the full schedule of locations, dates and times!

Last month, CFE student Lydia Sandford was named one of the winners in the WSKG Student Writing Challenge! Her piece, titled “Underwater,” was selected as one of just three winners in the Grades 4–5 division. You can read her full story here: https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/b8/d6/8d4869ea41db8856fa3c54a446b4/fiction-4-5-underwater-lydia-2nd-rdctd.pdf Congratulations, Lydia!

Congratulations to our Chenango Forks Elementary 5th Grade Graduates! Last week, we celebrated these amazing students during a special Moving Up Ceremony, marking the end of their elementary journey and the exciting beginning of middle school! We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what the future holds for you at CF Middle School next year! Visit our website to see more photos from the ceremony: https://www.cforks.org/o/cfces/page/2025-5th-grade-moving-up

Our CFE Pre-K students had an exciting adventure earlier this month on their airport field trip. From exploring the terminal to learning about airplanes, it was a day full of discovery and fun.

Earlier this month, we celebrated our amazing CFE PreK Graduates! These young learners have grown so much this year and are ready to take on kindergarten in the fall. We’re so proud of all they’ve accomplished! Visit our website for more photos from the celebration: https://www.cforks.org/o/cfcsd/page/2025-prek-graduation

Hearts and Hands, located at Chenango Forks Elementary is now accepting registration for new families for the 2025-2026 school year. To enroll, please fill out the registration form on our website https://www.cforks.org/o/cfces/page/hearts-and-hands. Questions? Please contact Jim Taylor TaylorJ@cforks.org

Thank you to Mrs. Marvin's class for hosting our Rise and Shine Assembly yesterday for students in grades 3-5. The focus of this assembly was on how students can "Sharpen The Saw" throughout the summer. Congratulations to our students who were recognized for "Leading The Way" this week. As we celebrate our final Rise and Shine Assembly of the school year, we'd like to thank you all who contributed throughout the year to make these assemblies such a success for our students!

Thank you to Mrs. Kellogg's class for hosting our Rise and Shine Assembly today for students in grades PreK-2. Mrs. Kellogg's class invited a special guest, Ann Szymaniak, who taught students how to use deep breathing to help them "Sharpen The Saw." Congratulations to our students who were recognized for Leading The Way this week!

Chenango Forks Volleyball will be hosting a Girls and Boys Volleyball clinic on July 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. This is open to all students entering grades 3 -6 for the 2025-26 schoolyear. The cost is $40 per student, and you must pre-register by June 26: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejeKAQ-DeJjMU8K9C1pwxiBxHTG77WeGD762VRyqlONeC3og/viewform

Congratulations to our PreK students on their graduation this morning! A wonderful ceremony was held in the CFE auditorium, where our littlest students performed several songs for their families. We can't wait to see you all grow and shine next year in kindergarten!

There was some tough competition today at Blue Devil Stadium as our fifth-grade students took on their annual Field Days! From exciting relay races to everyone's favorite, tug of war, our graduating CFE students gave it their all and made the most of this fun day of friendly competition!

It was a perfect day for our 3rd & 4th Grade Field Days! The sun was shining, and our students brought their best to every event. Both students and teachers enjoyed some friendly competition and it’s safe to say everyone had a blast!

Thank you to Mr. Allport for leading our Rise and Shine Assembly on Friday for students in PreK-2nd grade and students in 3rd-5th grade. In this assembly, students learned about how to restore trust in friendships. Congratulations to our students who were recognized for "Leading The Way" week!

This morning our amazing CFE Kindergarteners delivered a spectacular Memorial Day performance! They learned many of our favorite patriotic songs and did a wonderful job singing! Each class was represented by a student leader who shared facts they learned about important patriotic symbols, such as Mount Rushmore, the American Flag, the bald eagle, and the significance of wearing poppies on Memorial Day. We are so proud of our young learners for their tribute to our nation's heroes. Great job, Kindergarten!

CFE Student Council Gives Back! This morning, members of the CFE Student Council visited the Forks Food Center, located at CFMS. They had the opportunity to meet with Lauren Poccia from Binghamton University Community Schools, who runs the Forks Food Center. She shared how the center supports families in our community. The students also presented a generous $1,000 donation to the Forks Food Center! We're so proud of them, not only for their donation, but for taking the time to learn exactly how it will help others. Way to go, Student Council!

SALE EXTENDED UNTIL FRIDAY 5/30! Forks Kind shirts are on sale now! We're all about being better humans here in Forks Nation, and to show that we've launched online sales of our Forks Kind shirts! https://cfforkskindspring25.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Chenango Forks CSD is excited to announce two upcoming open shopping days in June at our school district's Food Center where families are invited to shop and choose their own products, free of charge! This initiative aims to support our community by providing access to a variety of nutritious food items at no cost. Open Shopping Days (Please choose one): Date: Monday, June 16 and Tuesday, June 17, 2025 Time: 2:30-3:30 PM Location: Forks Food Center (located in Room 10 at Chenango Forks Middle School) Pre-registration is encouraged: https://tinyurl.com/5bw6pmnk Questions, please contact poccial@cforks.org or by phone: 607-788-3513.

CFE First Grade had a special visit recently from some amazing Community Helpers! Students had the opportunity to learn firsthand from the incredible people who keep our community safe and healthy. A big thank you to our guests from the Binghamton Fire Department, Town of Chenango, UHS, and Farmer Brian Aukema for sharing your time and your stories. From fire safety and caring for our health, to maintaining our roads and growing our food, we appreciate all you do!