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.
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!
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 […]
Mr. Thibault’s 3rd grade science class participated in the ‘Cart Distance Challenge.’ Students applied their knowledge of force, gravity, and changes in motion to design and build a cart using a set amount of materials. Working in small groups, they strengthened their teamwork and communication skills, and had a lot of fun throughout the challenge. […]
Lucy Halstead, CEO of First New York Federal Credit Union, visited our first grade classrooms December 17 to teach students all about pennies and nickels, and their values. Students had a blast investigating real coins, counting pennies, and learning through hands-on fun. At the end of the lesson, everyone got to take home either five […]
On Saturday, December 13, 2025 the Catskill Elementary School’s Student Council and Business Club, and Catskill Middle School’s Business Club participated in Wreaths Across America at the Town of Catskill Veterans Cemetery. Members assisted the Catskill Honeyford American Legion with placing wreaths on the graves of our fallen heroes. This is an annual event nationwide […]
A huge thank you to the CES PTA for collecting personal hygiene items for the Cats Care Room during the Snackin’ with Santa event! Their generosity helps us support students and families who need a little extra care, and we are truly grateful for their ongoing partnership. We are so lucky to have such a […]
The CES Student Council’s newly elected officers took their Oath of Office at a swearing in ceremony held during the Board of Education’s December 3 meeting. Board President Junait Shah, Superintendent John Xanthis, and Assistant Superintendent Deb Johnson administered the Oath. Congratulations to President Austin Ormerod, Vice President Cormac Garrison, Secretary Eliana Shah and Treasurer […]
Select Catskill students from kindergarten through twelfth grade will have their artwork on display at the Hudson Hall (327 Warren Street) as part of the Hall’s Community Canvas show featuring student artwork from local schools. The show’s opening was during Hudson’s Winter Walk on December 6 and the artwork will remain up through December 23. […]
The CES Business Club, CES Student Council, and CMS Business Club participated in the Catskill Parade of Lights the evening of November 28! They wish everyone a “Jawsome” Holiday!
