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Big smiles at SES Friday! 😁
Thanks to a Colgate Virtual Van visit, SES received over 400 oral care kits to share with our students. These will be heading home as soon as possible—be on the lookout! All grade levels were able to attend today's virtual visit in order to learn proper care of their teeth 🦷🪥
We’re so grateful for this opportunity to support healthy habits for our kids. 🪥💙
Thanks to a Colgate Virtual Van visit, SES received over 400 oral care kits to share with our students. These will be heading home as soon as possible—be on the lookout! All grade levels were able to attend today's virtual visit in order to learn proper care of their teeth 🦷🪥
We’re so grateful for this opportunity to support healthy habits for our kids. 🪥💙
❤️🏡 Won’t You Be Our Neighbor? 🏡❤️
Today at SES we celebrated Mister Rogers’ Birthday—a special day dedicated to kindness, compassion, and the power of caring for one another.
Many of us grew up watching Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, where Fred Rogers reminded generations of children that they are valued, understood, and loved. His gentle, thoughtful approach helped kids navigate big feelings and tough topics—lessons that still matter just as much today.
Here at Cassadaga Valley, we honored his legacy in some meaningful ways:
✨ Students filled out Kindness Cards, sharing ways they show kindness and helping us create a wonderful display of positivity
📺 Episodes of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood played during lunch
🧥 Many joined in by wearing cardigans, Mister Rogers shirts, and other kindness-themed outfits
In a world that can often feel fast-paced and disconnected, his message of kindness and respect continues to shine through. 💙
Thank you to everyone who helped make the day so special—one small act of kindness at a time. 💫
Today at SES we celebrated Mister Rogers’ Birthday—a special day dedicated to kindness, compassion, and the power of caring for one another.
Many of us grew up watching Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, where Fred Rogers reminded generations of children that they are valued, understood, and loved. His gentle, thoughtful approach helped kids navigate big feelings and tough topics—lessons that still matter just as much today.
Here at Cassadaga Valley, we honored his legacy in some meaningful ways:
✨ Students filled out Kindness Cards, sharing ways they show kindness and helping us create a wonderful display of positivity
📺 Episodes of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood played during lunch
🧥 Many joined in by wearing cardigans, Mister Rogers shirts, and other kindness-themed outfits
In a world that can often feel fast-paced and disconnected, his message of kindness and respect continues to shine through. 💙
Thank you to everyone who helped make the day so special—one small act of kindness at a time. 💫
🎬✨ Red Carpet Ready! ✨🎬
The stars have officially arrived! 🌟
Our Cassadaga Valley staff brought the glitz, glam, and plenty of personality to the red carpet for our very first Academy Awards celebration—and WOW did they deliver! 💃🕺
From stunning style to award-worthy poses, our faculty and staff truly understood the assignment. 📸😄
Take a look at some of our favorite red carpet moments below—because at Cassadaga Valley, our staff aren’t just educators… they’re superstars! ⭐🏆
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The stars have officially arrived! 🌟
Our Cassadaga Valley staff brought the glitz, glam, and plenty of personality to the red carpet for our very first Academy Awards celebration—and WOW did they deliver! 💃🕺
From stunning style to award-worthy poses, our faculty and staff truly understood the assignment. 📸😄
Take a look at some of our favorite red carpet moments below—because at Cassadaga Valley, our staff aren’t just educators… they’re superstars! ⭐🏆
#ValleyProud #RedCarpetMoments #StaffCelebrationWeek
Some of yesterday's Throwback Thursday pictures (Staff could dress in the style of the year they graduated high school)
Mrs. Dague’s Middle School Science Club created custom T-shirts as part of a hands-on learning project 👕✨. Students designed their shirts using stencils, foam brushes, and bleach gel to produce unique patterns and images 🎨. Through this activity, students explored the chemical reaction that occurs when bleach interacts with the dye in 100% cotton fabric, causing a color change 🧪. In addition to expressing their creativity, students gained a better understanding of how chemical reactions can be applied in the real world, combining art and science in a memorable way 🔬💡
🎳❤️💙 We are incredibly proud of our Unified Bowling Team for an outstanding season!❤️💙🎳
Congratulations to our team for placing 1st in their bracket at the end-of-season tournament—what an amazing accomplishment!!
A special shoutout to Breanna Degoiler for earning the Sportsmanship Award and Sureniety Suppa for receiving the Heart of a Champion Award. Your dedication, positivity, and teamwork truly represent the spirit of our school.
Way to go, team! We celebrate each of you and all the hard work you put in this season! 🎉👏
Congratulations to our team for placing 1st in their bracket at the end-of-season tournament—what an amazing accomplishment!!
A special shoutout to Breanna Degoiler for earning the Sportsmanship Award and Sureniety Suppa for receiving the Heart of a Champion Award. Your dedication, positivity, and teamwork truly represent the spirit of our school.
Way to go, team! We celebrate each of you and all the hard work you put in this season! 🎉👏
We are so proud of Nora Brown, Keyamari Keys, and Makenzie Lahnen for representing our FFA chapter at Substates for FFA on Saturday, March 14th, at Alfred State College! 🌟
These students had to first place and qualify at Districts to earn the opportunity to compete at Substates.... an accomplishment in itself!
Although they did not advance to the final rounds of their LDE competitions, they still placed incredibly well against a tough competition:
🏅 Nora Brown – 5th place, Junior Creed Speaking
🏅 Makenzie Lahnen – 9th place, Senior People in Agriculture
🏅 Keyamari Keys – 6th place, Senior People in Agriculture & 4th place, Senior Extemporaneous Speaking
These girls did an outstanding job, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and dedication. We can’t wait to continue watching their success in FFA! 💙💛
These students had to first place and qualify at Districts to earn the opportunity to compete at Substates.... an accomplishment in itself!
Although they did not advance to the final rounds of their LDE competitions, they still placed incredibly well against a tough competition:
🏅 Nora Brown – 5th place, Junior Creed Speaking
🏅 Makenzie Lahnen – 9th place, Senior People in Agriculture
🏅 Keyamari Keys – 6th place, Senior People in Agriculture & 4th place, Senior Extemporaneous Speaking
These girls did an outstanding job, and we couldn’t be more proud of their hard work and dedication. We can’t wait to continue watching their success in FFA! 💙💛
💙🏋️♥️Wellness Wednesday! ♥️🍊💙
March can feel like a long stretch, but brighter days (and spring!) are just around the corner—so yesterday we focused on recharging together! 🌷✨
Continuing our week-long celebration of staff, Wellness Wednesday was filled with healthy snacks, movement, and plenty of laughter to help beat that midweek slump:
🥝 Healthy Fuel for the Day
Faculty rooms and the bus garage were stocked with:
• Infused water stations to stay hydrated 💧
• Fresh fruit skewers packed with vitamins and antioxidants 🍓
• Protein balls for steady energy and a healthy boost 💪
😂 Laughter is the Best Medicine
Staff grabbed a joke, shared it with coworkers, and entered to win some fun prizes—because a little laughter goes a long way!
🏃♀️ Move Your Body
We also encouraged staff to get active with:
• Free one-month CVCS fitness center memberships
• Intro fitness sessions throughout the afternoon
• And of course… rocking those comfy workout clothes all day! 👟
It’s amazing what a little wellness, connection, and positivity can do. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today such a fun and refreshing break in the week!
#StaffAppreciationWeek #WellnessWednesday #StrongerTogether
March can feel like a long stretch, but brighter days (and spring!) are just around the corner—so yesterday we focused on recharging together! 🌷✨
Continuing our week-long celebration of staff, Wellness Wednesday was filled with healthy snacks, movement, and plenty of laughter to help beat that midweek slump:
🥝 Healthy Fuel for the Day
Faculty rooms and the bus garage were stocked with:
• Infused water stations to stay hydrated 💧
• Fresh fruit skewers packed with vitamins and antioxidants 🍓
• Protein balls for steady energy and a healthy boost 💪
😂 Laughter is the Best Medicine
Staff grabbed a joke, shared it with coworkers, and entered to win some fun prizes—because a little laughter goes a long way!
🏃♀️ Move Your Body
We also encouraged staff to get active with:
• Free one-month CVCS fitness center memberships
• Intro fitness sessions throughout the afternoon
• And of course… rocking those comfy workout clothes all day! 👟
It’s amazing what a little wellness, connection, and positivity can do. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today such a fun and refreshing break in the week!
#StaffAppreciationWeek #WellnessWednesday #StrongerTogether
The New York State Council of Social Studies (NYSCSS) and Chautauqua County are proud to announce that Tina Richir, a dedicated social studies teacher from Cassadaga Valley Central School, Sinclairville, NY, has been named the 2026 Outstanding Social Studies Supervisor. This prestigious award recognizes her exceptional leadership, commitment to education, and significant contributions to social studies programs in our community. The presentation was held at the President’s Reception and Awards Ceremony, which was held at the Phelps Mansion located in Binghamton on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Tina's achievement reflects years of hard work and passion for helping students understand history, civics, and social sciences. Her innovative teaching methods and collaborative approach have made a real difference in classrooms throughout Chautauqua County. She has consistently demonstrated the qualities that make an outstanding educator: dedication to student success, willingness to support fellow teachers, and a deep commitment to making social studies engaging and meaningful.
As an Outstanding Social Studies Supervisor, Tina has shown a remarkable ability to guide curriculum development, mentor other educators, and create programs that inspire students to think critically about the world around them. Her leadership has strengthened social studies education across the county, ensuring that students receive high-quality instruction in civics, history, and the social sciences.
This award is a testament to Tina's influence on education in Chautauqua County. Her peers recognize her as a leader who goes above and beyond to support teachers and enhance student learning. The recognition she receives today reflects the positive impact she has made on countless students and colleagues.
Tina stated, “The support of the amazing teachers, staff, administration, and our students at Cassadaga Valley makes me so proud to be nominated and receive this award in their honor. Social Studies is a foundation in education to help foster well-informed citizens and the importance of critical thinking skills about history and the world.”
Congratulations to Tina Richir on this well-deserved honor! Her commitment to excellence in social studies education continues to inspire the next generation of learners and educators in New York and Chautauqua County.
Tina's achievement reflects years of hard work and passion for helping students understand history, civics, and social sciences. Her innovative teaching methods and collaborative approach have made a real difference in classrooms throughout Chautauqua County. She has consistently demonstrated the qualities that make an outstanding educator: dedication to student success, willingness to support fellow teachers, and a deep commitment to making social studies engaging and meaningful.
As an Outstanding Social Studies Supervisor, Tina has shown a remarkable ability to guide curriculum development, mentor other educators, and create programs that inspire students to think critically about the world around them. Her leadership has strengthened social studies education across the county, ensuring that students receive high-quality instruction in civics, history, and the social sciences.
This award is a testament to Tina's influence on education in Chautauqua County. Her peers recognize her as a leader who goes above and beyond to support teachers and enhance student learning. The recognition she receives today reflects the positive impact she has made on countless students and colleagues.
Tina stated, “The support of the amazing teachers, staff, administration, and our students at Cassadaga Valley makes me so proud to be nominated and receive this award in their honor. Social Studies is a foundation in education to help foster well-informed citizens and the importance of critical thinking skills about history and the world.”
Congratulations to Tina Richir on this well-deserved honor! Her commitment to excellence in social studies education continues to inspire the next generation of learners and educators in New York and Chautauqua County.
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📚✨ A Great Day of Learning at Cassadaga Valley! ✨📚
On March 13th, our faculty and staff came together for Superintendent’s Conference Day, and the day was packed with learning, collaboration, and a little bit of fun along the way. From the early breakfast and keynote kickoff to the afternoon closing, our team demonstrated what it truly means to be lifelong learners.
Throughout the day, staff had the opportunity to choose from a wide range of professional learning sessions designed to strengthen our practice and support students. Topics included Science of Reading – Fluency & Vocabulary, Trauma-Informed Behavior Strategies, Safe Space Training, lesson design, mindset, and strategies to support student consistency, along with sessions focused on wellness and avoiding burnout during this busy time of year.
The afternoon also included opportunities to recharge with activities like yoga, nature walks, word games, pickleball, and even ping pong, reminding us that taking care of ourselves helps us take better care of our students.
What stood out most was the dedication of our staff. Even in the middle of March—when the school year can feel long—our educators showed up ready to learn, share ideas, and continue improving their craft for the benefit of our students.
At Cassadaga Valley, we believe professional learning fuels student success, and days like this strengthen the culture that makes our district such a special place to learn and grow.
💙♥️ Thank you to everyone who presented, participated, and helped make the day a success!
On March 13th, our faculty and staff came together for Superintendent’s Conference Day, and the day was packed with learning, collaboration, and a little bit of fun along the way. From the early breakfast and keynote kickoff to the afternoon closing, our team demonstrated what it truly means to be lifelong learners.
Throughout the day, staff had the opportunity to choose from a wide range of professional learning sessions designed to strengthen our practice and support students. Topics included Science of Reading – Fluency & Vocabulary, Trauma-Informed Behavior Strategies, Safe Space Training, lesson design, mindset, and strategies to support student consistency, along with sessions focused on wellness and avoiding burnout during this busy time of year.
The afternoon also included opportunities to recharge with activities like yoga, nature walks, word games, pickleball, and even ping pong, reminding us that taking care of ourselves helps us take better care of our students.
What stood out most was the dedication of our staff. Even in the middle of March—when the school year can feel long—our educators showed up ready to learn, share ideas, and continue improving their craft for the benefit of our students.
At Cassadaga Valley, we believe professional learning fuels student success, and days like this strengthen the culture that makes our district such a special place to learn and grow.
💙♥️ Thank you to everyone who presented, participated, and helped make the day a success!
🍀💚Lucky to Have You! 💚🍀
This week, we’re celebrating the heart of our schools—and today’s theme says it all: we are so lucky to have YOU!
Our faculty and staff make a difference in the lives of students every single day through their dedication, compassion, and teamwork. Today, we’re showed a little extra appreciation with a small token of our gratitude—personalized shamrocks and homemade sweet treats delivered to brighten their day!
Thank you for the positivity, care, and commitment you bring to our schools each and every day. We truly are lucky to have you! 💙🍀♥️
This week, we’re celebrating the heart of our schools—and today’s theme says it all: we are so lucky to have YOU!
Our faculty and staff make a difference in the lives of students every single day through their dedication, compassion, and teamwork. Today, we’re showed a little extra appreciation with a small token of our gratitude—personalized shamrocks and homemade sweet treats delivered to brighten their day!
Thank you for the positivity, care, and commitment you bring to our schools each and every day. We truly are lucky to have you! 💙🍀♥️
The next MHS PTO meeting will be on Wednesday, March 25, at 6:00PM, in MHS room #133. Join us!
🎉 Week of Celebration Kickoff: PJs & Pancakes! 🥞☕
This week we’re celebrating the incredible people who make our schools such special places! While there are plenty of job-specific appreciation days throughout the year, we know it takes every role, every title, and every personality to keep our district running strong. So why not celebrate everyone together—and all week long! 💙♥️
Today we kicked things off with PJs & Pancakes Day! 🥞 Staff members were invited to throw on their comfy pajamas and start the morning with fresh pancakes, coffee, cocoa, tea, and juice while connecting with colleagues and enjoying a small token of our BIG appreciation.
From classrooms to cafeterias, buses to buildings, offices to hallways—every role matters and every employee makes a difference. Our district runs because of YOU!
Thank you for the dedication, heart, and hard work you bring to our students and schools every single day. We’re excited to celebrate you all week long! 🎉
This week we’re celebrating the incredible people who make our schools such special places! While there are plenty of job-specific appreciation days throughout the year, we know it takes every role, every title, and every personality to keep our district running strong. So why not celebrate everyone together—and all week long! 💙♥️
Today we kicked things off with PJs & Pancakes Day! 🥞 Staff members were invited to throw on their comfy pajamas and start the morning with fresh pancakes, coffee, cocoa, tea, and juice while connecting with colleagues and enjoying a small token of our BIG appreciation.
From classrooms to cafeterias, buses to buildings, offices to hallways—every role matters and every employee makes a difference. Our district runs because of YOU!
Thank you for the dedication, heart, and hard work you bring to our students and schools every single day. We’re excited to celebrate you all week long! 🎉
Our SES highlight from last week was that CVCS hosted their first annual Pre-K Summit of Educators on Friday! The Small Learners, Big Impact summit brought together educators from across the region for a day of collaboration, learning, and idea-sharing focused on supporting our youngest learners. Designed as a regional Pre-K unconference, the event featured 45-minute breakout sessions facilitated by educators and specialists.
Sessions covered a wide range of practical topics for the Pre-K classroom, including behavioral strategies, social-emotional learning (SEL), speech and language development, occupational and physical therapy tools, math instruction, and ELA ideas.
The day also included an opening keynote and closing remarks to inspire conversation and highlight the importance of strong early learning foundations. This year’s keynote speaker was Holly Hannon, principal of Paul B.D. Temple Elementary School.
We are grateful to the educators, presenters, and participants who made this first summit such a meaningful opportunity to share best practices and strengthen regional collaboration for our smallest learners!
Sessions covered a wide range of practical topics for the Pre-K classroom, including behavioral strategies, social-emotional learning (SEL), speech and language development, occupational and physical therapy tools, math instruction, and ELA ideas.
The day also included an opening keynote and closing remarks to inspire conversation and highlight the importance of strong early learning foundations. This year’s keynote speaker was Holly Hannon, principal of Paul B.D. Temple Elementary School.
We are grateful to the educators, presenters, and participants who made this first summit such a meaningful opportunity to share best practices and strengthen regional collaboration for our smallest learners!
On Thursday, the Key Club, in conjunction with Mrs. Reynold’s Workforce Readiness and Foods 1 classes, helped bring Pi Day to life for students in Miss Nelson’s math classes! 🥧
This event was made possible by a grant Mrs. Schrader received from the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation. Key Club members, Tyler Anderson and Austin Gloss, taught the students all about pi and its mathematical meaning.
Students participated in a variety of hands-on activities, including completing radius and diameter cards, enjoying pie, hula-hooping, and trying their hand at ring toss. Prizes awarded were all circle or sphere related, including bubbles, cookies, lifesavers, and smiley stickers. 🔵🔴
When you think of a FACS class (formerly known as Home Economics), what comes to mind? Cooking? Sewing? Maybe learning life skills? I bet bacteria and microscopes aren’t at the top of that list!
Recently, our 7th graders wrapped up a research assignment exploring bacteria and foodborne illness—discovering how science plays an important role in the foods we prepare and eat every day.
Recently, our 7th graders wrapped up a research assignment exploring bacteria and foodborne illness—discovering how science plays an important role in the foods we prepare and eat every day.
The deadline for Den of Distinction nominations is approaching fast! ⏳Make sure to turn in your nominations ASAP to share a Valley Legend‼️👑
Deadline is March 31🗓️⏳
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