LAST CALL: Information Night for Universal Pre-K at Cairo-Durham Elementary School will take place tonight from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CDES large cafeteria. Pre-K registration packets are available for both programs in the CDES Main Office or can be emailed by request. Contact Joanne Cleary at 518-622-3231 or jcleary@cairodurham.org for more information.
The Cairo Durham Middle School Student Council is hosting a Glow Dance on Friday, March 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wear Neon, glow sticks or anything that shows up under the black lights! Concessions will be available for purchase. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $5 March 27th-March 30th before announcements and $8 at the door.
The Cairo-Durham Central School District would like to formally welcome and introduce our school community to Mr. David Proper, who on March 9th, 2023, was approved by the Board of Education to serve as the Interim Principal at Cairo-Durham High School.
Mr. Proper comes to CDHS after 23 years at Coxsackie-Athens Central School District, serving as a Vice Principal and Athletic Director for 10 years and Middle School Principal for his last 13 years. Possessing a background in being a High School Principal, Mr. Proper filled that role at Parsons Child and Family Center in Albany for a number of years prior to his time at Coxsackie-Athens.
After growing up in Columbia County, Mr. Proper attended SUNY Brockport and then SUNY Albany for his undergraduate and Master’s programs. Having been raised and working in the area surrounding Cairo-Durham, Mr. Proper says he is familiar with the district and has great respect for its strong history and makeup.
Mr. Proper has made it clear to district administration and faculty that he is excited to establish connections and interact with the people that make up our district in order to provide the best possible learning opportunities and experience for the student body.
Mr. Proper can be reached at dproper@cairodurham.org or at 518-622-8543.
Information Night for Universal Pre-K at Cairo-Durham Elementary School will take place on Tuesday, March 21st from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CDES large cafeteria. Pre-K registration packets are available for both programs in the CDES Main Office or can be emailed by request. Contact Joanne Cleary at 518-622-3231 or jcleary@cairodurham.org for more information.
Kindergarten Orientation for the 2023-24 school year will take place on March 27th, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Cairo-Durham Elementary School located at 424 Main Street in Cairo, NY.
At the orientation, staff will give an overview of the kindergarten program, the screening and registration process, immunization requirements and transportation guidelines. You will also set up your appointment to have your child screened (required). Please call Joanne Cleary with any questions at 518-622-3231.
Orientation is planned for parents/guardians only. Your child will have an opportunity in August to meet their teacher, ride a bus and see the school.
Prom tickets are on sale now until May 26th! This year's Junior and Senior Prom, "Casino Night" will take place on June 3rd from 6-10 p.m. at Saugerties Steamboat Co. Tickets can be purchased from a Junior Class Officer or from Ms. Wickham in the Main Office.
Additionally, CDHS is hosting an event on April 5th in the CDHS Cafeteria for students to receive free prom dresses. We are asking for prom dress donations, as well.
Kindergarten Orientation for the 2023-24 school year will take place on March 27th, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Cairo-Durham Elementary School located at 424 Main Street in Cairo, NY.
At the orientation, staff will give an overview of the kindergarten program, the screening and registration process, immunization requirements and transportation guidelines. You will also set up your appointment to have your child screened (required). Please call Joanne Cleary with any questions at 518-622-3231.
Orientation is planned for parents/guardians only. Your child will have an opportunity in August to meet their teacher, ride a bus and see the school.
At Cairo-Durham’s annual Spring Superintendent’s Conference Day, faculty and staff engaged in learning opportunities related to Response to Intervention, Instructional Technology, Trauma-informed Learning, and Staff Wellness.
The Cairo Durham Middle School Student Council is hosting a Glow Dance on Friday, March 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wear Neon, glow sticks or anything that shows up under the black lights! Concessions will be available for purchase. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $5 March 27th-March 30th before announcements and $8 at the door.
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Reminder: There is no school today, March 17th, due to Superintendent's Conference Day at the Cairo-Durham Central School District.
Information Night for Universal Pre-K at Cairo-Durham Elementary School will take place on Tuesday, March 21st from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the CDES large cafeteria. Pre-K registration packets are available for both programs in the CDES Main Office or can be emailed by request. Contact Joanne Cleary at 518-622-3231 or jcleary@cairodurham.org for more information.
The CDHS counseling staff would like to cordially invite Junior students and parents/guardians to Parent/Student Night on Thursday, March 23rd at 6 p.m. in the High School Cafeteria / or Auditorium.
The following topics will be discussed as your child prepares for transition into the postsecondary world:
* College search; The how, what, where, when, and why?
* Military and Employment options various trade unions, etc.
* College application process
o Applications Common App. / SUNY App. / SEND.edu
o Essays
o Letters of recommendation
o Office procedures
* SAT/ACT and changes related to Covid
* Popular Websites, Financial Aid & Scholarships
* Senior Meetings
If you have questions before this event feel free to contact at 518-622-8543 extension 56010.
Check out one of our bus drivers Hugh "Lucky" Gallagher getting in the festive spirit for St. Patrick's Day! Way to go, Hugh!
Not only is tomorrow St. Patrick's Day, but it's also Superintendent's Conference Day at Cairo-Durham Central School District. Here is your reminder that there is no school on March 17th!
The CDHS Class of 2024 is hosting a FlowerPower fundraiser until March 17th! Order your spring flower bulbs at: https://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/index.php/marketplace/seller/profile/shop/cairodurhamclassof2024
Kindergarten Orientation for the 2023-24 school year will take place on March 27th, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Cairo-Durham Elementary School located at 424 Main Street in Cairo, NY.
At the orientation, staff will give an overview of the kindergarten program, the screening and registration process, immunization requirements and transportation guidelines. You will also set up your appointment to have your child screened (required). Please call Joanne Cleary with any questions at 518-622-3231.
Orientation is planned for parents/guardians only. Your child will have an opportunity in August to meet their teacher, ride a bus and see the school.
Due to the snow day on March 15th, 2023, the Cairo-Durham Middle School and High School March Concerts will be postponed to the following dates:
The grades 6-12 band concert, originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 14th and then Wednesday, March 15th, is now being moved to Monday, March 20th at 6:30 p.m.
The grades 6-12 chorus concert, originally scheduled for Wednesday, March 15th, is still being moved to Tuesday, March 21st at 6:30 pm.
Thank you for your understanding!
The Cairo Durham Middle School Student Council is hosting a Glow Dance on Friday, March 31st from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wear Neon, glow sticks or anything that shows up under the black lights! Concessions will be available for purchase. Pre-sale tickets will be available for $5 March 27th-March 30th before announcements and $8 at the door.
NOTICE: The Cairo-Durham Central School District is closed for a snow day on March 15th, 2023. All activities on March 15th are canceled. Please stay warm and safe!
The Cairo-Durham CSD has a 2-hour delay on March 15th, 2023. No AM BOCES, no AM Pre-K and no Wellness Center in the morning. Stay safe and warm!
