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NewsletterNewsletterNewsletterNewsletterNewsletterHarshaw Primary

Chenango Forks Central Schools

Musical talentsCongratulations to Trisha Dupnock, Paul

Dybas, Jared Seavey, and Chris Singh for beingchosen for the unique opportunity of performingwith the United States Army Field Band. Theconcert was held at the Binghamton Forum, andthese four CF students represented the majority ofBroome County students chosen for the honor.

The students were selected based upon theirmusical talent, responsibility, dedication andcharacter. The concert was a huge success, and weare proud of these exceptional young musicians!

-Kristen Robertson, HS Music

Chris Singh, Jared Seavey, and Trisha Dupnock display theircertificates proclaiming them honorary members of the ArmyField Band. Paul Dybas unavailable for photo.

AP scholars

Nicholas Ballard and Daniel Osorio

Congratulations to seniors Nicholas Ballard and DanielOsorio for earning the designation of AP Scholar by the CollegeBoard in recognition of their exceptional achievement on thecollege-level Advanced Placement (AP) Program exams.

The AP Program offers students the opportunity to takechallenging college-level courses while still in high school, and toreceive college credit, advanced placement, or both for successfulperformance on the AP exams. Approximately 18 percent of themore than one million high school students in more than 15,000secondary schools worldwide who took AP exams performed at asufficiently high level to merit the recognition of AP Scholar.

-Kate Auchinachie, HS Guidance

Backpacks donatedThe PTA received 41 backpacks from Verizons/Telephone Pioneers

and have donated them to the district to be distributed to children inneed. Each backpack contains some variation of the following supplies:notebook, pencils, paper, crayons, colored pencils, folders, pens, gluebottles, and glue sticks. Miscellaneous school supplies also were donated.Our thanks to Verizons/Telephone Pioneers and the PTA.

-Eric Sutton, CFE Counselor

Photo: Bonnie Pokorak, MS/HS Social Worker, and Eric Sutton, CFE Counselor, acceptthe backpacks and materials from PTA representative Jennifer Thrall (middle).

2December 2006

CF grad well-prepared for collegeOver the years I’ve always encouraged our graduates to let us know how they are doing after they leave our hallowed

halls. With Brandon Iannone’s permission, I’d like to share one graduate’s response.Bob Bundy, Superintendent

District

“If You Ever Had Any Doubts”Hello! This is Brandon Iannone writing to you from

Fredonia University. I remembered back to graduationwhen it was said we should write back to tell howChenango Forks has prepared us for college. I have somany amazing things to say that I don’t know where tobegin.

Never in a million years did I believea small school such as Chenango Forkscould equip me so well for university life.Rumors circle around that you have to goto a big school such as Binghamton,Vestal, or some other metropolitan areadistrict to be successful in college, butthose rumors are just not true. I have afunny story that goes along with thispoint. I was sitting around at a schoolpep band party, and I overheard theconversation of another Fredonia studentwho said he went to school in a very largeRochester school and was transferring in28 credits to college. He was braggingabout how he was by far bringing in themost credits out of anyone at the school,and he proceeded to go around the room to interrogateeverybody as to how many credits they had transferred tomake his point known. He arrived at me and asked, and Itold him quietly that I had transferred 45 credits. Helaughed and told me I had made a good joke, but hissmile was wiped away when he saw my seriousness. Helooked even more confused when I told him my HighSchool had 600 students to his 6,000.

That moment showed me how special ChenangoForks is as a school. Up to that point, I thought thateveryone at every school was given the same or even betteropportunity to take the classes I had in high school. NowI know Chenango Forks offers something special thathelps to prepare every student fully for what lies ahead. I

came to learn that out of over 1,000 new freshmen, I wasamong the top five students who had transferred the mostcredits into the school. Who would have thought thatChenango Forks would have taught one of those top fivestudents?

The music program is one of themost demanding on campus. Sincepursuing a degree in Music Education, Iam basically taking courses for a doublemajor in Music and Education. Thismeans that I am required to take any-where from 10-12 classes each semester!On top of this requirement, musicstudents also must take a total of 16general education classes throughouttheir four year program. Because of mytransfer credits, I only have to take one ofthose 16 classes. This has helped to cutdown on my load tremendously so Idon’t become overburdened with workand classes. Because I have so manytransfer credits, I will even be considereda Junior in standing after this semester

and receive upper classman privileges, such as parkingpasses and class scheduling priority!

I am so glad I was offered so many opportunities inhigh school. Because of the education I received atChenango Forks, I don’t feel intimidated by college classes,and I feel like I can compete with any student on campus.I know that Chenango Forks is offering even more collegeclasses and credits than when I went to school, and I hopethe programs keep expanding and students keep takingadvantage of these courses. My high school education hashelped me immensely, and I hope it will help otherstudents as well.

Thank you a million times over!

Brandon Iannone

Brandon Iannone

3December 2006 District

Renovation Project informationWHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE PROPOSED PROJECT?

Informational meetings will be held at 7:15 p.m. in the Middle School Activity Area on Wednesday, December 13,2006, and on Tuesday, January 16, 2006. Bob Bundy, Superintendent of Schools, and Kathy Blackman, CF SchoolBusiness Executive, also will attend the December 12th PTA meeting to discuss the building renovation proposals.PTA meetings are held in the Harshaw Library at 7 p.m. In addition, flyers were printed on 10-5-06 and in mid-November that are available by stopping in at any of the main offices, the district office, or the business office, or bycalling 648-7564. The information also can be accessed on our website: www.cforks.org.

WHO DETERMINED WHAT IS IN THE 10.9 MILLION DOLLAR PROJECT?The Facilities Advisory Committee, appointed by the Chenango Forks Board of Education (BOE) and consisting of

community members and school personnel, spent nine months studying the Building Condition Surveys. The infor-mation from these surveys was used to formulate a Five (5) Year Facilities Plan. The Five (5) Year Facilities Plan and theBuilding Condition Survey are required by New York State Commissioner of Education regulations. The school districthired the architectural firm of Bearsch Compeau Knudson to inspect the buildings and the buildings’ subsystems toverify that the items identified were in fact in need of repair or update. These identified items were then visuallyinspected by the Facilities Advisory Committee which made its recommendations to the BOE at their September 2006meeting. At that meeting, the BOE accepted the recommendations of the committee.

WHAT IF I DON’T LIKE SOMETHING THAT IS IN THE PROJECT?Please take into account the work that went into determining the scope of the project to maintain the buildings and

grounds. Also, place the cost in perceptive. Approximately 92% of the funding comes from state funds, leaving 8% forthe community to fund. The average home value in the district is $108,168. The project would cost the averagetaxpayer $34.91 per year, $2.91 per month, or 9 ½ cents per day.

To illustrate, a project item of $250,000 would cost 7 cents per month or less than ¼ of 1 cent per day. A milliondollar capital project item would cost approximately 1 cent per day.

The committee wrestled with what to put in the project and what to leave out, taking into consideration theperceived opinion of the community. The Committee believes that the community has been provided with a compre-hensive package that will maintain the buildings and improve the grounds, understanding that some taxpayers may finda few items controversial.

WILL THE DISTRICT RECEIVE EXCEL AID ON THIS PROJECT?We are currently working with State Education Facilities Planning Representatives to confirm that we qualify for

EXpanding our Children’s Education and Learning (EXCEL) aid on the capital project. The total allocation to thedistrict is $567,534. This can be used on eligible capital projects to reduce the local share. The chart below shows thereduction in the local taxpayer’s share with EXCEL aid. As you can see, the local share will be reduced if we are eligibleto use EXCEL aid.

Project without EXCEL Aid With EXCEL AidProject Scope $10,927,000 $10,927,000Local Share (Average) $34.91 per year $24.66 per yearCost per $1,000 full value $32,00 per year per $100,000 $23.00 per year per $100,000

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE SPECIFICS OF THE PROJECT?Please refer to the flyer mailed home in mid-November.

WHEN CAN I VOTE?WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2007

NOON TO 9:00 P.M.HS AUDITORIUM

Applications for absentee ballots are available from the Chenango Forks Business Office by contacting Dawn Phoenix,Clerk of the Board, by January 24, 2007 at (607) 648-7564.

4December 2006

Girls Varsity SoccerCoach: Shane Cook

All ConferenceMichelle GradyHolly Mazursky

All DivisionTorri Matt

Taylor MazurskyJamie Lord

Nicole Sweeney

Varsity Golf3-Time Division Champions

Coach: Dan Nitto

All ConferenceMike Allen

Tayler Richards

All DivisionColin WheelerCorey Fletcher

DistrictCongratulations Fall All Stars

Boys Varsity SoccerCoach: Don Brozovic

All ConferenceZach Kuzemka

All DivisionJeff CreaghTim Galla

Girls’ Varsity TennisCoach: Mike Rullo

All Division - SinglesMaria Urda

All Division - DoublesMari Aswad

Allison Zevotek

Allison Zevotek & Maria Urda

Front: Mike Allen & Colin WheelerBack: Corey Fletcher & Tayler Richards

Jeff Creagh & Zach Kuzemka

Front: Taylor Mazursky & Holly MazurskyBack: Michelle Grady

Soccer statsCongratualtions to Michelle Grady, Girls Soccer team co-

captain, for scoring her 100th career goal in a home game againstSV. She went on to score three more goals before the end of theseason bringing her season total to 27 goals and 8 assists and hercareer total to 103 goals and 53 assists. This was “Grady’s” fourthvarsity season and in that time she was named to the All Divisionteam twice and the All Conference team the last two years. For thelast two years she had been one of the top three goal scorers in theS.T.A.C.

Congratualtions to Zach Kuzemka who became the career goalscoring leader for CF Boys Soccer, scoring his 49th goal against M-Eto surpass the old record of 48 set by Ken Mack in 1979. Duringthe rest of the season, Zach scored many more goals, and CF’srecord now stands at 75. Zach also tied another CF soccer recordby scoring the most goals in one game: six against Whitney Point totie CF’s school record also set by Ken Mack. Along with his 75goals, Zach also had 50 assists.

Zach was selected by the coaches of STAC to the STAC All-Conference/All-Star team in 2004 as a forward and to the STACAll-Conference/All-Star team in 2005 and 2006 as a mid-fielder.He played in the Exceptional Senior All-Star game in 2006 and wasalso co-captain of the Forks Varsity Soccer Team. In addition, Zachwas selected as the WBNG Scholar- Athlete of the week and thePress-SunBulletin Athlete of the week. A well-rounded students,Zach also has been on the High Honor Roll as a freshman, sopho-more and junior.

Varsity VolleyballCoach: Robert Hagerman

All DivisionTiffany Oliver

Tiffany Oliver

Girls Cross CountrySTAC East Title

Coach: Andrew Gronski

All ConferenceMichelle StaigerRaychel Shannon

All DivisionEmily Lowe

Mackenzie Faughnan

Boys Cross Country

All DivisionJoe Silverio

All Stars not pictured were unavailable for photo.Football athletes will be included in the Januaryissue of the CF Newsletter.

X-CountrystatsCongratulations toMichelle Staigerfor placing 2nd inthe Section IVClass A race and60th out of 132in the State Meet.

Congratulations toRaychel Shannonfor placing 9th inthe Section IVClass A race.

5December 2006

Happy Holidaysfrom Harshaw

Site Council supports Academic Improvement PlanThe Harshaw Site Council has completed one of four activities outlined

in the 2006-2007 Academic Improvement Plan. The Council has reviewedand accepted the design of a student progress form. Teachers will use this torecord and monitor student progress and assess the effectiveness of interven-tions. This record will be shared with Kenyon teachers as students move fromsecond to third grade.

Harshaw Site Council meets the second Tuesday of every month at 2:45p.m. in the Harshaw Office Conference Room to discuss ways to supportacademic achievement for every child. Meetings are open; please join us.

Giving thanksMrs. Lawton’s first

grade class spent themonth of Novemberlearning about Pilgrimsand Native Americans. They then broughttheir new knowledge toHarshaw students atMorning Program bysharing a fact aboutturkeys and singing aPilgrim song.

To culminate their educational experience, the class had aThanksgiving feast dressed as Pilgrims and Native Americans.

-Mrs. Lawton, 1st Grade Teacher

KnowledgeKnowledgeKnowledgeKnowledgeKnowledgeTeachers “Dig-In” to differentiated instruction

A team of over 20 teachers and administrators are working togetherto investigate and implement effective instructional strategies byparticipating in an afternoon Differentiated Instruction Group,or D.I.G.

This study group was created to support the HarshawAcademic Improvement Plan’s goal of using professionaldevelopment to use assessment data to design differentiatedinstruction that meets individual student needs. The team meets every otherweek to discuss, share, and learn more about improving differentiated instruc-tional practice.

Harshaw December Dates12/1st, 4th, 14th Parent Conferences, Noon Dismissal12/6th, 7th, 12th 1st Grade Field Trip, Roberson Museum12/13 2nd Grade Field Trip, Anderson Center12/19 Harshaw Site Council Meeting, 2:4512/22 Harshaw Holiday Celebrations

Harshaw

Remember those mittens!Boots, mittens, hats, gloves, and snowpants - Oh MY!

Please rememberhow important it isfor our children tocome to school withthe appropriateclothing. Goingoutside to play is awonderful part of the school day andwe want each and every child to beable to go out with the proper items.

Please feel free to contact Ms. Keirif you have any questions or needassistance with this.

Visitor Parking AreaPlease help us keep

the visitor parking lotaccessible to emergencyvehicles, small studentbus transportation andhandicapped parking byrespecting the “NoParking” signs at thefront Harshaw entrance.Thank you for your cooperation withthis throughout the year!

-Articles submitted by the Harshaw Office

Going battyMrs. Maus’ first grade class worked diligently

learning the life cycles of bats and spiders. Usingdifferent edible materials donated by parents, thestudents created bats and spiders to “snack on.”

During the unit, students also read and wrotemany fictional and non-fictional books and poemsabout these nocturnal creatures!

The culminating activity was a visit from retiredsecond grade teacher Mary Anne Anderson and herpet tarantula.

-Patti Maus, 1st Grade Teacher

Sean Wiser lookshappy to be taking a“snack” break.

Mrs. Lawton’s class with some of the turkeysthey made.

6December 2006

Kenyon Intermediate receives prestigious honor for ELA andMath instruction

The Chenango Forks Kenyon Intermediate School has earned the prestigious honor of being recognized for “Narrow-ing the Achievement Gap” by Standard & Poor’s School Evaluation Services. Kenyon Intermediate was one of only 39schools out of the 634 schools (6.2 percent) in New York State with sufficient data for analysis that received the honor.

The evaluation included narrowing achievement gaps between three student groups: Black and white students;Hispanic and white students; and economically disadvantaged and non-economically disadvantaged students. KenyonIntermediate earned the distinction based on the school’s progress towards closing the gap between economically disad-vantaged and non-economically disadvantaged students.

The achievement gap between the two student groups was narrowed by an average of 12.3 percentage points in theschools that were recognized, compared to the gap widening by an average of 0.3 percentage points for the state (ornarrowing by an average of 0.6 percentage points for the schools with sufficiently large student groups to be analyzed).In the recognized schools, economically disadvantaged students have raised their Reading and Math Proficiency (RaMP)rates by 19.1 percentage points, while non-economically disadvantaged students have improved by 6.7 percentagepoints.

Eligibility criteria were as follows:

•Test at least 30 students in each student group being analyzed;•reduce at least one achievement gap between student groups in RaMP rates by more than five percentage pointsfrom one year to the next; and simultaneously raise the RaMP rate for each student group being compared; and•reduce at least one achievement gap between student groups in a grade-level reading test by more than five percent-age points from one year to the next; and simultaneously raise that grade-level reading proficiency rate for eachstudent group being compared. Schools must demonstrate similar progress in math, though not necessarily at thesame grade level. For example, an elementary school might reduce the achievement gap between black students andwhite students in third grade reading by at least five percentage points while raising reading proficiency rates forboth black students and white students, while doing the same in fifth grade math.

According to Standard and Poor, schools with achievement gap reductions that meet their study’s criteria are rare.“It is difficult to narrow achievement gaps,” explained Thomas Sheridan, vice president of Standard & Poor’s SchoolEvaluation Services. “However, this analysis shows that there are a number of schools that have made outstandingprogress. Their success should be commended, and their practices should be more closely examined to illuminate thestrategies that can be implemented by educators in other parts of New York State who are working hard to raise theperformance of all students.”

The Chenango Forks School District commends Kenyon Intermediate students, the PreKindergarten through fifthgrade faculty, and principals Bernie McDermott and Kathleen Keir on their accomplishments.

-Bob Bundy, Superintendent of Schools

Harshaw/Kenyon

“Paws to Read” programHarshaw Primary and Kenyon Intermediate have a new “student” who comes in

two days a week. Thor, an English mastiff with the Broome-Chenango Paws toRead program, and his handler Nancy Holtzmaster visit to listen to individualstudents from second and third grades read, encouraging and allowing each studentto build self-confidence as a reader. Students read to Thor on a one-to-one basis,having his complete attention and acceptance the entire time. He and his handlersee the students in the CFE library.

Thor is a certified therapy dog who has undergone reading education trainingwith his handler. For more information on the program, please contact MelanieRosen-Valent, CFE School Psychologist, at 648-7582.

-Bernie McDermott, KI PrincipalThor and Mrs. Holtzmaster wait for theirnext student.

7December 2006 Harshaw/Kenyon

Geography sweet toothAs a culminating activity of their study of the geogra-

phy of New York State, our 4th grade students created“cookie maps,” a truly sweet way to learn. Each studentreplicated the topography of the state on his/her “map”using a variety of candies to indicate features such as lakes,mountains, and forests.

Our thanks to the parents for baking the cookie mapsand supplying the candies, as well as to the parents whocame in to help out.

Students work on their maps while parents and teachers lend encourage-ment and advice.

AM/PM ELA and MathThis year our Harshaw Academic Intervention Team is

offering additional instruction to 36 boys and girls inboth English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. Thechildren have been working with their teachers in smallgroups four days a week. Our morning sessions begin at7:30 and the afternoon sessions begin at 3:20.

It’s wonderful to be able to offer this additionalsupport. Thank you to everyone who works together tomake this possible!

-Kathleen Keir, HP Principal

ConfidenceConfidenceConfidenceConfidenceConfidence

What’s happening in the HarshawMath Lab?

The fall months found skeletons, candy corn, crows,and first graders in the Harshaw Math Lab. Studentsmade color patterns, worked on addition, and strength-ened their counting skills with the help of friendly ghosts,pumpkins, and spiders!

Second graders started shopping at the Math Labstore. Every month, each student “earns” one dollar inquarters and is given the opportunity to spend some or allof it at the store. Word finds, mazes, poems, and papercraft projects are just some of the items that can bepurchased. The boys and girls are having a great timepracticing money skills while getting some fun things inreturn!

-Susan Johnson, HP Math Coordinator

Colton Watson, Christopher Undercoffer, Jordan Jones, and HannahAndrus from Ms. Reynold’s first grade class play “Crow Concentra-tion” to sharpen their math skills.

Melissa Boeker, from Mrs. Lapham’s class, displays hercookie map in progress.

8December 2006 Harshaw/Kenyon/Middle School

PTA Giving TreeOne more way to

participate in CF’sannual “ChristmasBasket Program” thisyear is to grab a gift tagfrom a PTA Giving Tree.From November 29th toDecember 14th, the PTA will have Christmastrees with gift tags set up in Harshaw, Kenyon,and CF Middle School. The tags will have giftrecommendations for a particular age group/gender or family gift.

Please consider taking a tag from any ofthese giving trees and sending the gift UN-WRAPPED with your child to his/her school’smain office. Thank you in advance for yourgenerosity in helping to make the holidayseason brighter for others!

-Michelle Timm, PTA Publicity

Kenyon December DatesFriday, 12/1 Parent Conferences, Noon DismissalMonday, 12/4 Parent Conferences, Noon DismissalThursday, 12/14 Parent Conferences, Noon DismissalTuesday, 12/19 Site Council Mtg, 3 pmTues., 12/19 & Wed., 12/20 5th Graders to Hanukkah House. Schedule will be sent home with students.Friday, 12/22 Holiday Parties, 2 p.m. (Additional parking by the football concession stand.)

Please NoteDuring the first few weeks of December, students will be taking English Language Arts (ELA) practice tests. TheELA exams are scheduled for the week of January 8 - 12, 2007.

Kenyon CDEP updateFor the third year, the Kenyon Site Council partici-

pated in a goal-setting session to develop our building-levelComprehensive District Educational Plan (CDEP). Lastyear’s CDEP goal for student behavior led to the develop-ment of our “Caught in Character” program where studentsare recognized for good behavior. Individual students’photos are published on a bulletin board in the Kenyonlobby. Whole classes also are recognized for good behaviorin specials classes and in the cafeteria.

We have two main activities we have chosen to focus onthis year to improve student achievement. The first is to get more input from teachers on the professional developmentwe conduct for math and literacy.

The second activity focuses on improving delivery of Academic Intervention Services. We have started monthlyStudent Progress Team meetings where two classroom teachers meet with support staff to review the progress of thestudents and identify strategies and short-term goals to help individual students who need more assistance.

-Bernie McDermott, KI Principal

Kenyon Performance Targets for 2006-07Grades 3, 4, 5 (All Students): Achieve•English Language Arts Performance Indicators of 180•Math Performance Indicators of 190

Grades 3, 4, 5 (Students With Disabilities): Achieve•English Language Arts Performance Indicators of 140•Math Performance Indicators of 160

PTA Fall FestThe PTA Fall Fest was a

huge success, with attendeesenjoying games, entertainment,refreshments, basket raffles, andmuch more. Thanks to every-one who made this such awonderful evening.

-Michelle Timm, PTA Publicity

Above: A couple of “scarecrows” waitto race on their scooters.

Right: The “Cat in the Hat” stops tovisit.

9December 2006

Fall clean-upMiddle School

students from SADDspent a cool fall afternoonraking leaves for arearesidents. The group of 20 students armed with rakes, garbage bags, and areally good attitude marched through the neighborhood looking for those inneed of help. Nice job, students!!

-Theresa Urda, 6th Grade Teacher

Photo at left: Jason O’Brien and David Stermer on raking duty.

Student of the MonthSTUDENT COURSE TEACHERZach Ford Technology 6 L. BaxterJames Allen Technology 7 L. BaxterAmie Curyto Technology 8 L. BaxterAshley Pasternak Math J. BenderMarissa Gorenflo Home & Career Skills 6 L. BreckKatelyn Luke Home & Career Skills 7 L. BreckHunter Fuller Home & Career Skills 8 L. BreckSarah Krizan Regents Earth Science L. BrooksTaylor Powers English 7 L. ChestnutJenna Flannery Science 7 C. ChurchConnor Luybli Science 7A C. ChurchKenny Starr Science 6 K. ChurchCarolyn Holtzmaster English 8 M. CondonKayla Sweet Health S. DeuelAllyson Church Health S. DeuelTyler Lawton French N. DimatosJohn Rhodes French N. DimatosHaley Sterling Band J. DybasNicholas Shannon Band J. DybasSteven Maximowicz Band J. DybasCallie Truex Physical Education P. DykemanLaura Haley Physical Education P. DykemanAmie Curyto Physical Education P. DykemanJoshua Cortright Physical Education N. FerschDan Molter Physical Education N. FerschAlex Brassard Academic Achievement 8 R. FortierAndrew Collyer Social Studies K. GreenJames Allen Spanish 7 M. GregrowColin Staiger Spanish I M. GregrowStephanie Grimes Social Studies 7 P. GriffithsZacchery Steele Social Studies 6 P. GriffithsRachel Kenyon Physical Education D. HoganAmber Bates Academic Achievement L. HulbertTravis Barnett Academic Achievement L. HulbertKerry Heller Reading P. KampKelli Bunker Math D. LynchSarah Maximowicz Art E. McMahonAnthony Martinichio Art E. McMahonDanielle Regan Written Expression M. O’HearnCassie Forsyth Spanish IB J. PepplesLauren Gridley Spanish IB J. PepplesSarah Andrus Science D. RulloDamien Barrett Science D. RulloMary Kamp Math 9A M. RulloJohn Pattwell Math 8 M. RulloEric Yonda Social Studies S. SeversonTravis Mills Reading. J. Stark J. CrandellJonathan Davern Academic Achievement P. SwartoutAdam Halupke English K. TaylorKristen Brooks Math 9A M. TioAndrew Collyer Math 7 M. TioEmily Markham Math 6 T. UrdaRenee Andrews Computers T. VermaatJacob Green Music N. WildonerAshley Slavick Music N. WildonerStephanie Zdimal English M. Zappia

Middle School

10December 2006 Middle School

Mr. Ferranti Goes to WashingtonThe classic movie, “Mr. Smith Goes to Washing-

ton,” portrays a naïve Mr. Smith (Jimmy Stewart), sentto Washington as a newly selected senator. He is starry-eyed and easily manipulated. But in the end, hechampions forgotten causes and leads a successful fightfor the supporting principles of American democracy.Similar to Mr. Smith, John Ferranti, CFMS socialstudies teacher, also will go to Washington. However, hewill not be naïve and he will not be inexperienced. Hehas gone to Washington for the past 27 years; he knowshis way around and he knows why he is there.

Mr. Ferranti will travel with a party of 100 to 150eighth grade students. He will be going to Washingtonto “show it off,” introducing our children to ournation’s capital - one of the most important cities in thehistory of the world. He will show the eighth gradersfirst-hand a city described by Mr. Smith as “too impor-tant to be buried in history books.”

We encourage all our students to participate. It is an experience described by many as their most memorable MiddleSchool event. Students can sell various goods in order to pay the expenses or parents may wish to develop a savings planwith their child. If one were to put aside $160 or so over a student’s three middle school years (starting in 6th grade),the trip might be more easily financed.

We do have some requirements - none beyond the reach of any of our students. Throughout the year we ask for goodbehavior and ardent effort in the pursuit of academic achievement. On the trip we expect respectable dress, commoncourtesy, and an attitude representative of good ambassadors.

The eighth graders will have fun. They will cheer at a big league baseball game and dance on a dinner boat cruise.They will enjoy the theater at the Kennedy Center and marvel at all that comes with big city life. Like Mr. Smith, theywill be amazed at the awesome grandeur of the world-famous Washington, D.C.

They also will learn. They will view the sights of history and the reality of current events. They will see the stage thatJohn Wilkes Booth ran across after assassinating Abraham Lincoln. They will feel the grandeur of the Capital Buildingand the White House. They will experience the monuments to Washington, Lincoln, Roosevelt, and Jefferson. They willwalk the memorials that attempt to consecrate the sacrifice of the wars of Korea, Vietnam, and World War II. They willview the discipline and tradition of the changing of the guard at Arlington. They will walk on Pennsylvania Avenue andstroll the grounds of George Washington’s home.

It is Mr. Ferranti who is going to Washington. He will provide a wonderful and enlightening experience for all of thekids. For that we thank him. And if we are lucky, he might have someone with him we can always use - someone special:he might have with him a future “Mr. Smith.”

-William Burke, MS Principal

CFMS intramuralsTeam Dawg, led by Coach John

Langevin and Captain Jim Miller,defeated the Brownies in the MiddleSchool intramural football game by ascore of 7 - 0. Quarterback Jake DuBoisthrew the lone touchdown to “big play”receiver Taylor Boughner.

This defensive battle was a thrillingconclusion to a great opening intramuralseason. Thanks to all who participatedin the tournament. Special thanks goout to Mr. Bender for his expertise inrefereeing during the tournament.

-Nicholas Fersch, HS/MS Physical Education

Students from last year’s trip.

CFMS December Dates12/4 Site Council Mtg., 2:1512/8 MS Dance, 7:30-9:30

Back: Troy Bowersox, Jacob DuBois, AndrewKrolczyk, John LangevinMiddle: Jim Miller, Ryan Lusht, Jordan BlairFront: Taylor Boughner, Ashley Broderick , KateGitchell, Kassondra Kenson

11December 2006

Comprehensive District Educational Plan (CDEP) updateMiddle SchoolAlthough our recent Middle School New York State test results were excellent for 7th and 8th grade, the Middle

School teachers have continued their quest for higher achievement. One major initiative is for all departments to col-laborate in an effort to provide grade-level congruency. In this manner, all topics are ensured to be covered and the bestmethods of delivery are employed in all classes.

All departments also are meeting with BOCES consultants to analyze the state tests and the students’ results.Teachers will be searching for areas that need more or different instruction and areas in which they have been successful.Additionally, the math department has initiated the use of standardized tests known as “frequent assessments.” Otherdepartments also are coordinating finals and midterms. In summary, the Middle School teachers are making every effortto understand what the kids have learned and how we can teach so they may learn more.

-Bill Burke, CFMS Principal

High SchoolAs a part of the Comprehensive District

Educational Plan (CDEP), each school in thedistrict developed a plan under the umbrella ofimproving student achievement. Districtpriorities and strategies, developed by representa-tives from all four buildings over the past threeyears, were reviewed and analyzed, edited, orchanged and prioritized. Performance measuresevolved which specify quantitative targets forreaching proficiency and mastery on state exams.Other areas included in striving for continualimprovement are listed in the box at right.

The High School Site Based Council teamconvened for the purpose of creating an Aca-demic Plan for 2006 – 2009 with the assistance of facilitator, Sean Brady. It was the decision of the group to create asystematic process for addressing student failures early on in the school year; to develop a formal procedure for identifi-cation, intervention, and tracking of progress. Our Performance Target Goal emphasis was to increase the enrollment ofstudents taking one or more AP or College credit bearing course in grades 10 – 12 from 38.5% to 50% by 2009 and toreduce the cohort dropout rate to 0% by 2009.

Our initial step in developing this process to reduce failures is to communicate the plan to all stakeholders, initiallydepartment chairs and the faculty at large. Individuals who attended the DuFour’s conference on Professional LearningCommunities will provide an overview of this model as an example of a framework to assist us in developing our plan.Feedback will be elicited from faculty and staff. The next phase is to recruit volunteers to formulate a subcommittee toresearch and select a structure based on the needs of our students. The decisive factors for identifying students willinclude academic, social, and emotional factors. I will provide updates as we progress through our goal to completion.

-Diane Wheeler-Busch, CFHS Principal

Middle School/High School

High School December DatesSat, 12/2 SAT I & II TestsSat, 12/9 ACT Test

Wed, 12/20 Registration deadline for January SATS

By the time this edition of the newsletter is received, the winterbreak will almost be upon us. It is hoped that you and yours

have a most enjoyable and restful holiday~~~~

•Increasing the percentage of students receiving Regents diplomas•Increasing the percentage of students with disabilities receivingRegents diplomas

•Increasing the percentage of students in grades 10 – 12 enrolledin one or more AP or college credit bearing courses

•Increasing the AP average score•Increasing average daily attendance•Reducing the 4-year cohort dropout rate•Reducing the suspension rate•Increasing the percentage of senior class members graduating•Increasing the number of graduates attending college

12December 2006

Interdisciplinary seminar“Interpreting Renaissance Art”

One memorable day during Remedial Period, I foundmyself immersed in a lecture with students in Keith Rosko’sart class in combination with John Hillis’ AP EuropeanHistory class. All present were engrossed in Mr. Rosko’spresentation of various classical works, as he provided detailedand highly interesting interpretations of the historical signifi-cance of Renaissance paintings (as well as numerous otherfascinating strands of information). Many historical facts werebrought forth for consideration, as the depth of the works wasanalyzed and Mr. Rosko “unearthed” events of the pastthrough symbolism that emerged from the colors, style, andmind of the artist.

Some examples of beautiful and famous artistic piecespresented were as follows:

•“The Last Supper”: Prior to De Vinci’s work, this painting (done many times by several artists) was more realistic;after De Vinci’s interpretation, a less realistic portrayal emerged.

•“Death of a Miser” by Heironymous Bosch was analyzed for its symbolism and historical components.•“Michael Casting Satan Out of Heaven,” a woodcut by Albrecht Durer, was compared and contrasted with John

Steczynski’s painting.

This session is the forerunner to a cross-disciplinary lesson between Social Studies and Art. The plan is for Mr.Hillis’ class to break into small study groups, each paired with an art student. The students will be given a selection ofRenaissance paintings to choose from to analyze and interpret in order to discover the symbolism contained within.This is a wonderful opportunity for students to gain knowledge about history and the foibles of the human conditionthrough the collaborative efforts of Mr. Hillis’ and Mr. Rosko’s respective expertise in their subject matter. This was amost enjoyable and enriching experience.


Alumni Corner: Matthew JurigaI am pleased to highlight the accomplishments of Matt Juriga, a 2003 CF

graduate. He is currently a senior at LeMoyne College in Syracuse, majoring inBiology. The next step in his academic career points to pursuing interests in Podiat-ric Medicine. He has applied to some well-known schools in this specialized field ofmedicine.

When Matt is not busy studying, he is a talented member of the LeMoyneLacrosse team. As a captain, his team boasts a 68 and 1 record, and participation intwo national championships. While endeavoring to keep up with his studies andenter medical school, Matt also continues a rigorous training program to maintainan optimal fitness level.

Matt’s success both as a college athlete and scholar can be attributed to experttime management and prioritization of tasks. He states that this has provided a verymeaningful lesson that will help him through the challenges of medical school andthe ability to stay organized while enjoying other interests.

At CFHS, Matt already laid the groundwork for success in his desire to achieveto his fullest potential by taking rigorous courses. Successful completion ofAnatomy and Physiology, Calculus, and AP Biology afforded him an opportunity to

enter college with solid prerequisites to his major area of study.We wish Matt continued success as he enters medical school and continues his path of excellence.


High School

Art and Social Studies students benefit from Mr. Rosko’s and Mr.Hillis’ knowledge.

Matt Juriga

13December 2006

Student of the MonthSTUDENT COURSE TEACHERAusten Ferranti Spanish III M. BlackKristen Warren Spanish IV M. BlackKelley White Earth Science L. BrooksGlen Wood BCC Geology L. BrooksEmily Ginty Physical Education S. BuschMariah Parvin Physical Education S. BuschJennifer Dayton Spanish II S. ByrnesDaniel Smith Regents Earth Science T. ConnerJesse Barnett Algebra 1A R. DandoCorry Owen Math 11B R. DandoCalvin Lesko Calculus 1 R. DandoAshley Kresge Calculus 2 R. DandoClare Carney Foods I D. DanielsMike Allen Physical Education P. DerrAllie Bruet Physical Education P. DerrTom McMillen Physical Education C. GiblinRebecca Foster Physical Education C. GiblinAndrew Allen Physical Education C. GiblinJohn O’Neill Regents Biology T. GiovencoCiara Slocum AP Biology T. GiovencoTyler Kutz Regents Earth Science T. GiovencoJohn Phillips English 11 A. GumbleGlen Wood AP English A. GumbleLisa Radley French IV J. MyersNate Oberhaus Math 11B D. PalmerAndrew Hallett Math 11B D. PalmerStephanie Dube Math 11B D. PalmerNikki Hoover Math 11B D. PalmerLisa Radley Anatomy J. RoosaJames Haley Biology J. RoosaJohn Phillips Computer Art K. RoskoCrystal Goehring Computer Art K. RoskoJoe Furey English 9 J. SarpolisChris Thompson Health Education K. ShapiroLiz Dibble Painting D. SheehanTyler Kutz Studio Art 2-D D. SheehanDavid Mariano Painting D. SheehanMichelle Marinich Studio Art 2-D D. SheehanKelley White English 9 K. TaylorCourtney Blair English 10 K. Taylor

High School

Scientific “moles”Celebrated annually on October 23rd from 6:02 a.m.

to 6:02 p.m., Mole Day commemorates Avogadro’s Num-ber (6.02 x 1023), which is a basic measuring unit inchemistry. Mole Day was created as a way to foster interestin chemistry. Schools throughout the United States andaround the world celebrate Mole Day with various activitiesrelated to chemistry and/or moles.

This year CF chemistry students participated in aMole Day Relay Race. Students had to measure one moleof water (18 mL) with a graduated cylinder, calculate thenumber of moles in a certain amount of molecules usingconversion factors, and pump one mole of air (22.4 L) intoa beach ball. First place winners were Kiefer Smyder,Garret Cade, Matt Laine, and Joe Aston. Coming in assecond place winners were Amanda Brewer, Nicole Brewer,Dustin Caram, and Andrew Hertzog.

-High School Science Department

At left: MichelleMarinich, Corry Owen,Cassandra Lord, andHaley VanTassel showtheir “Mole” spirit!

At right: Jake Reynoldsand Max Ginty measureone mole of water.

14December 2006 High School

Art & science join forcesAn exciting cross-curriculum event

CF High School students had a once in a lifetime experiencewhen Commander Herb Buckley, director of forensic imaging forthe New York State Troopers, visited Diane Sheehan’s artclasssroom to give a presentation. Students and teachers fromdisciplines other than art were invited to attend.

Commander Buckley intrigued the gathering by talkingabout criminal investigative work, including skeletal remains andscenes of the crime. The commander also stressed how the fusionbetween art and science is critical in helping investigators arrive atconclusions and finalize the capture of America’s most wanted.The presentation helped dispel many of the myths popularizedby CSI television shows.

Our thanks to Trooper Chris Cody, CF’s School ResourceOfficer, for arranging this unique and informative presentation.

-Diane Sheehan, HS Art

CommanderBuckley tellsthe studentsabout hishistory inforensicimaging.

Students/teacherpublished

Congratulations to Keith Rosko, HS artteacher, for having articles published in boththe October and November issues of Arts &Activities, a leading art education professionaljournal on technique.

Mr. Rosko’s October article, “RealityRearrangement,” discusses the use of collagemaking in his advanced-level “ContemporaryCrafts” class. “The emphasis is on finding a way to give an imagea new meaning in the collage, different than its original mean-ing,” according to Mr. Rosko. This introductory lesson helps hisstudents gain self-confidence and sophistication. The articlefeatured the artwork of 2006 CF graduates Dan Huizinga,Danielle Mills, and Maureen Pompetti. His November article onprintmaking details a lesson from his “Studio in Two-dimensionalDesign” class and includes the work of Nicole Lewis, a CF junior.

Arts & Activities is published nation-wide in hard copy andonline at www.artsandactivities.com.

-Bob Bundy, Superintendent

Applying for financial aidThe Free Application for Federal Student

Aid (FAFSA) is the financial aid application formyou or your child will need to apply for federaland state student grants, work-study, and loans.The FAFSA comes in two versions: paper andelectronic. The paper version will be available inthe High School guidance office by mid-Decem-ber. It also can be found at public libraries orthe financial aid offices of local colleges. You oryour child also can get a paper copy by calling(800) 4-FED-AID or (800)433-3243.

You can complete, submit, and track anapplication using FAFSA on the Web atwww.fafsa.ed.gov. This is the easiest way to applyfor federal aid. Most importantly, data is checkedbefore it is transmitted to the processing center,so there’s less chance of making an error. Byfiling the FAFSA online you can reduce process-ing time by two weeks!

If you or your child plans to complete andsubmit the FAFSA through FAFSA on the Web,we recommend obtaining a U.S. Department ofEducation PIN. The PIN will serve as yourchild’s electronic signature and gives access to thefastest way to submit the application. To get aPIN, simply fill out the brief application atwww.pin.ed.gov. The PIN will be mailed or e-mailed to you. You may use FAFSA on theWeb without a PIN, but you will have to printout and mail in a signature page.

Remember, January 1, 2007 is the first dayyour child is eligible to file the FAFSA, but youmay apply for your PIN before that date.

CF parents are extremely lucky to have accessto an expert in financial aid and the FAFSA.Wixie Skellett of the Educational Talent SearchProgram will be available in the guidance officeone day a week after January 1, 2007. Toschedule an appointment to discuss the FASFAforms or to ask questions about college financing,call the guidance office at 648-7528.

For questions about the FAFSA applicationor about federal student financial aid in general,you also may call the Federal Student A idInformation Center (FSAIC) at (800) 4-FED-AID (433-3243) / TTY: (800) 730-8913.

For questions about FAFSA on the Web, callFAFSA on the Web at (800) 801-0576 /TTY:(800) 511-5806.

Times for these numbers are Mondaythrough Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 midnight andSaturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Stan-dard Time).

-CF Guidance Department

2006 CF graduateDan Huizinga’scollage, “TheAmerican Dream.”

15December 2006

Environmental Science studentssee lumber in the making

Members of CFHS’sBroome CommunityCollege EnvironmentalScience class spent a daytracing the production oflumber from forest tohome.

The day started withindependent consultingforester Roy Hopketeaching the class aboutproper woodlot manage-ment in a woodlot that isundergoing pre-commer-cial thinning. Thestudents then moved onto Countyline Lumber where proprietor Tim Whittaker showedthem how a ban saw mill works by cutting up logs the studentshad harvested. Mr. Whittaker even allowed the class to operatesome of his high tech laser-guided equipment.

The third stop for the class was Pomeroy Lumber where millmanager Calvin Tallmadge showed the students every major aspectof this modern high production sawmill. The day ended atGenbrook Millwork where Anthony Browning, one of the owners,demonstrated how modern computer operated equipment can beused to rapidly produce products from lumber and engineeredwood products.

-Science articles submitted by Tim Conner, Science Chair

Young geologists study power and ancient environmentsThe CFHS and Broome Community College Geology class spent two

days studying paleo-ecology, stratigraphy, tectonics, erosion, and hydro-electric power generation. They studied faults, folds, volcanic ash beds,gorges, glacial meltwater carved potholes, power plants, stream processes,paleo-environments, stratigraphy, and toured the campuses of Cortlandand Hamilton Colleges.

At Hamilton, the students attended a lecture by mineralogist Dr.David Bailey on basalt rocks, and at Cortland they met with Geologydepartment chair Dr. Chris Cirmo and CF’s own Dr. Angela Pagano, whois now a science education professor at Cortland.

Raptor expert visitsEnvirothon team

Envirothon team members spent two hourswith raptor expert Ed Deitch who shared hisinexhaustible knowledge of predatory birds,including biology, habitat, and human’s impacton the birds’ survival. Mr. Deitch brought in aGyr-peregrine falcon cross and a femaleRedtailed hawk to demonstrate how the birdsfeed and fly.

Ed Deitch,AlexDriscoll, &TylerSchulz witha Gyr-peregrinecross.

Matt Laine, Ray Lord, Dan Osorio, Rachel Snyderand Derek Sturdevant explore potholes sculpted10,000 years ago by glacial meltwater in Little Falls,N.Y.

Kyle Simonds, Jim Olsa, Tim Kane and AndrewHertzog listen as forester Roy Hopke explainssome of the finer points of forest management.

Did You Know That:•There is a higher likelihood for youth initiation of problembehaviors in communities where standards are either favorable orunclear towards substance use and antisocial behaviors?•Your child’s school district has published policies regarding

substance use and violence that are provided to both parents and students?Want To Know What You Can Do?

If you have a school-aged child or are interested in finding out how YOU canhelp prevent youth substance abuse, please contact the

KYDS Coalition at 607-778-1146.

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Financial aid workshopA Financial Aid Workshop will be held for all seniors and their

parents on December 5th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the HighSchool auditorium. The workshop includes an overview of the entirefinancial process and specially addresses the submission of the FreeApplication to Student Aid form (FASA).

Guest speakers for the event will be Doug Lukasik, BCC financialaid officer; and Wixie Skillet, Talent Search coordinator and FASAform expert. Refreshments will be served.

MEETINGSPTA 12/12; 7 p.m. CFE LibraryBuilding Renovation Public Mtg. 12/13; 7:15 p.m. MS Activity Area

Regular Board of Education Meeting to Follow

Annual Christmas Basket ProgramCollection dates for our annual Christmas Basket Program are

December 4, 2006 – December 15, 2006.Through your generosity, we will be able to help make this

Christmas a happier time of year for our Chenango Forks families(approximately 100) who are experiencing the hardship of meetingneeds in terms of food, toys, clothing, blankets, etc. The items will bedistributed on December 16th at the CF Fire Station from 9:00 a.m.until the items are gone.

Please call Bonnie Pokorak (648-7572); Donna Brady (648-7522); Eric Sutton (648-7525); or Cindy Bucker (648-7531) ifyou have questions. Thank you in advance for what is typically agenerous outpouring of support.

Committee members neededThe CF School District is looking for community members who

would like to serve on the district-wide Health and Safety committee.The committee is charged with addressing health and safety concernsin the school’s occupied buildings. If interested, please call KathyBlackman, School Business Executive, at 648-7564.

Help a child in our communityThe Harbour Program is looking for parent(s) in the CF

community to open their homes and provide structure, guidance, andlove for a child who has a mental health diagnosis (i.e., depression,hyperactivity, oppositional defiant). The program provides parentswith free training, 24-hour support, and excellent compensation.Please phone the Harbour Program at 607-865-4422, x108, to learnmore about the certification process, expectations, and the children.

Band Boosters: Bottle DriveThe Band Boosters will sponsor a bottle drive on January 6th

from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the High School parking lot. Please saveyour holiday bottles/cans for the CF band. For pick-up, call CarolButkiewicz at 648-7096. SNOW DATE: January 20th.

KAA tree saleThe Kattelville Athletic Association (KAA) will hold its annual

Christmas tree sale from 11/25 to 12/23 at the KAA clubhouse onRoute 12 in Chenango Forks. A wide variety of tree types and sizeswill be available. Proceeds help support youth soccer and the KAAScholarship Fund for CF students. Questions? Call 648-8092.

Have a Great Winter BreakDecember 25 - January 1

MS/HS Bands Holiday ConcertMonday, December 11, 7 p.m.

High School Auditorium

MS/HS Choral Holiday ConcertWednesday, December 20, 7 p.m.

High School Auditorium(Please note the time change)

Kenyon IntermediateWinter Concert

Wednesday, January 17, 7 p.m.CFE Auditorium

(January 18 - Snow Date)

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Offices . . .Offices . . .Offices . . .Offices . . .Offices . . .Superintendent 648-7543Asst. Superint’dent 648-7540Athletics 648-7515Computer Services 648-7578Business Office 648-7564

Bus Garage 648-7573Special Education 648-7589Nutrition 648-7519/648-7524Tax Collector 648-7561Building & Grounds 648-7545After Sch. Child Care 648-8067

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Build a Sub, Turkey or Ham,French Fries, Carrot Sticks, FruitBars, Milk


Chicken Fajitas, Baby Carrots,Lettuce & Tomato, MashedPotatoes, Assorted Fruits, Milk

Bowling (A)ME@Laurel, 3:40pm

School Muffin, Juice orFresh Fruit, Milk

Mozzerrella Stix, Bread Stix,Pasta, Tomato Sauce, TossedSalad, Assorted Fruits, Milk

Bowling (H)Norwich, 3:40pmV.Swim (A)ME, 5:30pmG.V/JV.BB (H)CV, 6 pmV/JV.Wrestling (A)Oneonta, 6pm


Oven Fried Chicken, BakedPotatoes, Vegetables, Roll,Assorted Fruits, Milk

B.V/JV.BB (A)CV, 6pmV/JVWrestling(A)SV, 6pm

Soft Pretzel, Cheese Sauce,Juice or Fresh Fruit, Milk

Red Pizza, White Pizza,Bread, Pasta Salad, TossedSalad, Assorted Fruits, Milk

Track(A)CortlandSt., 5pmV.Swim (H)JC, 5:30pmG.V/JV.BB (H)SV, 6 pmB.V/JV.BB (A)SV, 6 pm


Bowling (A)UE@Ideal, 3:40pm


Cheeseburger on Roll,Condiments, French Fries, Corn,Assorted Fruits, Milk

School Biscuit, Juice orFresh Fruit, Milk

Chicken Fajitas, Baby Carrots,Lettuce & Tomato, MashedPotatoes, Assorted Fruits, Milk

Bowling(A)Windsor, 3:40pmB.V/JV.BB (H)Windsor, 6pmV/JV.Wrestling (A)ME, 6pm

School Biscuit, Juice or FreshFruit, Milk

Taco Salad, Nachos & Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese, Rice,Vegetables, Assorted Fruits,Milk

Bowling (H)Vestal, 3:40pmV/JV.Wrestling (A)Windsor, 6pmB.V/JV.BB (A)WP, 6pm

DAILY ALTERNATESYogurt, Carrots, Fruit, Milk

ORMunchable Lunch

ORUncrustable Peanut Butter/ Jelly

ORChoice of Tuna or Ham Sandwich

ORLunch Box Magic

ORChef’s Salad (KI Students Only)

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Monday: Macaroni & Cheese

Tuesday: Ham & Cheese Melt

Wed.: Hamburger on Roll

Thursday: Dipper Day (BreadStix, Mozzerella Stix, Sauce)

Friday: Cook’s Surprise

No SchoolWinter Recess: December 25 - January 1

V/JVWrestling (A)Anderson Tr., 9am

V/JV.Wrestling (A)JC, 9amG.V/JVBB(A)Seton, 6pm

Bagel, Cream Cheese, Juiceor Fresh Fruit, Milk

Chicken Nuggets, Choice ofSauce, Roll, MashedPotatoes, Vegetables,Assorted Fruits, Milk

Bagel, Cream Cheese, Juice orFresh Fruit, Milk

Red Pizza, White Pizza, Bread,Pasta Salad, Tossed Salad,Assorted Fruits, Milk

Track(A)Cortland, 5pmB.V/JV.BB (H)Seton, 6 pm


Taco Salad, Lettuce, Tomato,Cheese, Rice, Corn, AssortedFruits, Milk

G.V/JV.BB (A)Windsor, 6pm


Hot Dog on Roll, Condiments,Macaroni & Cheese, Vegetables,Vegetarian Beans, Ice Cream, Milk

Bowling (H)Owego, 3:40pmV/JV.Wrestling (H)HH, 6pm

JV.Wrestling (A)Oneonta, 9am

Assorted Muffins, Bread,Juice or Fresh Fruit, Milk

Track(A)Cornell, 5pmG.V/JV.BB (H)WP, 6pm

Available Daily at Breakfast:Assorted Cereals OR 2 Slices of Toast

HP/KI Noon DismissalNo Lunch

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Parent Conferences

BREAKFAST MEAL PRICESAll Schools: $.95

LUNCH MEAL PRICESMS/HS: $1.80Elementary: $1.65Milk Varieties: $.50Skim, 2% Whole, 1% Chocolate,1/2% Fat Strawberry

BRUNCH AT LUNCH MENUPancakes, French Toast,

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Schools . . .Schools . . .Schools . . .Schools . . .Schools . . .Harshaw Primary (HP)Office 648-7580Attend. 648-7579Nurse 648-7531

Kenyon Intermediate (KI)Office 648-7520Attend. 648-7529Nurse 648-7522Counselor 648-7525

Middle School (MS)Office 648-7576Guidance 648-7553Attend. 648-7551Nurse 648-7551

High School (HS)Office 648-7544Guidance 648-7528Attend. 648-7542Nurse 648-7521

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