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One Day at CES!

While every day at CES is filled with exciting opportunities, January 30 was exceptionally lively. These snapshots capture just one day in the life of our school, and while we couldn’t catch everything on camera, our students enjoyed countless opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive because of the dedication of our entire school community.  Pictured […]

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Cats’ Art Featured in C-GCC Juried Show

Junior Elianna Payette-Bate and freshman Lainey Dunn will represent Catskill at the Columbia-Greene Community College Juried High School 2026 Art Show. The exhibit runs from February 5 through 27 in the Foundation Gallery in C-GCC’s Arts Center building. Students from around the region were selected to have their artwork on display. With only two spots […]

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Perez Crowned CMS Spelling Champ

8th grader Joshua Perez is Catskill Middle School’s 2026 Spelling Bee Champion! On January 28, our top spellers from grades 6-8 put their orthographic skills to the test in a showdown that took 16 rounds to decide. Ultimately, Joshua correctly spelled the word ‘deferential’ to fend off our runner-up, fellow 8th grader Jenessa James, for […]

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Swim Time in PE!

It was pool weather for our 4th graders, despite it being real chilly outdoors! This January, our PE department brought our students to the warm, tropical vibes of Hudson High School’s indoor pool for their annual aquatics section. Along with learning basic swimming strokes, kicks, and breathing techniques, students learned how to use a personal […]

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Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration

Please join us for Prekindergarten and Kindergarten Open Registration March 23-26 between 9:15 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at Catskill Elementary School. Please bring the completed Registration Packet and all supporting documentation with you, or you can complete and turn it in to our registrar now. PreK Eligibility Requirements: child must turn 4 years old on […]

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Gabe Sperl Wins Heather Schindler Award

CES physical education teacher Eric Joyce presented fourth grader Gabe Sperl with the Heather Schindler award on January 16. This award is given to a student who shows perseverance, hard work and effort during the annual CES Turkey Trot and during school. This award is in loving memory of Mrs. Schindler, who was a beloved […]

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Fabiano, Becker Earn Tenure

Congratulations to our newly tenured faculty members, Catskill Middle School physical education teacher Nicholas Fabiano and Catskill Elementary School counselor Robert Becker. The Board of Education awarded Mr. Fabiano tenure on November 10 and Mr. Becker tenure on January 7.    

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Buddy Promotes Literacy at CES!

Catskill Elementary School’s assistant principal, Mr. Disotto, also known as Buddy the Elf, read our 1st graders the story Elf for some holiday fun before the break. Buddy was also in the halls spreading holiday cheer throughout CES!

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CHS Grad Visits Second Grade Pen Pals

Mrs. Hallam’s and Ms. Maccaline’s 2nd graders welcomed 2025 Catskill High School graduate Noah Workman on December 22 to speak to the students. Noah just completed basic training with the US Army at Fort Benning. During his training, the second graders corresponded with Noah. He came in to tell them about his experience and answer […]