District calendars were mailed out this week! If you live in the district and did not receive one, please reach out to Melissa Wilson, District Clerk, at mwilson@cvcougars.org or 716-962-5155 ext: 1253. It can also be viewed online here https://5il.co/3ogz1
New year, new faces! We'd like to welcome our newest school nurse, Jessica Woods! Jessica has 14 years of nursing experience and is excited to meet the needs of our students and become a part of the Cougar community! #ValleyProud!
Today I interviewed our new Middle High School Teacher, Brianne Katilus. Mrs. Katilus currently lives in "The Valley" and brings 22 years of experience with her to CVCS. I really enjoyed learning about Mrs. Katilus' professional journey and her thoughts on teaching! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NMfV1M4_Js7mDuQ5jWhHXvh6cekK3V_N/view?usp=drive_link
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
🌱 Wellness Committee
Support the health and wellness of our school community!
✅ Guide our district Wellness Plan
✅ Encourage wellness events and best practices
We are seeking:
2-3 Parent Reps (1 per school)
1 Teacher Rep from each school
1 Middle + 1 High School Student
1–2 Community Members
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
🌱 Wellness Committee
Support the health and wellness of our school community!
✅ Guide our district Wellness Plan
✅ Encourage wellness events and best practices
We are seeking:
2-3 Parent Reps (1 per school)
1 Teacher Rep from each school
1 Middle + 1 High School Student
1–2 Community Members
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
🎓 Graduation Committee
Help plan and celebrate CV’s biggest milestone—graduation!
✅ Plan events and logistics
✅ Celebrate student achievement in style
We are seeking:
Parent Representatives
Teacher Representatives
Student Representatives
Community Members
Administrators
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
🎓 Graduation Committee
Help plan and celebrate CV’s biggest milestone—graduation!
✅ Plan events and logistics
✅ Celebrate student achievement in style
We are seeking:
Parent Representatives
Teacher Representatives
Student Representatives
Community Members
Administrators
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
The Fitness Center will be CLOSED this Monday, 9/1/25, for Labor Day.
I Scream for Ice Cream! Tonight at MHS Open House!
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
💻 Technology Committee
Shape the future of technology in CV schools!
✅ Review tech initiatives & software
✅ Create our new District Technology Plan
✅ Build student leadership opportunities in tech
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 HS + 2 MS + 2 SES Teachers
2 MS + 2 HS Students
1 Administrator Rep
1 Community Business Owner or Community Member
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
💻 Technology Committee
Shape the future of technology in CV schools!
✅ Review tech initiatives & software
✅ Create our new District Technology Plan
✅ Build student leadership opportunities in tech
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 HS + 2 MS + 2 SES Teachers
2 MS + 2 HS Students
1 Administrator Rep
1 Community Business Owner or Community Member
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
Be Extra, Do Extra-Curriculars! Learn more at tonight's MHS Open House!
Big News from Our FFA Chapter!
Last week, FFA President Keyamari Keys was officially voted in by the Chautauqua County Farm Bureau Board to serve as a Team Representative. She's making history as the first official teen member on the board in our county — an incredible milestone!
Keyamari also had the opportunity to advocate for agriculture by meeting with Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor. She shared her concerns, expressed her passion, and described her role in agriculture — a proud moment for all of us.
Just a few days later, several of our FFA members represented the chapter at the Farmer Neighbor Dinner. Makenzie Lahnen, Taylor Lahnen, and Keyamari teamed up with the 4-H Teen Ambassadors to lead the ceremony with the Pledge of Allegiance and later rolled up their sleeves to help with cleanup. This was one of the largest dinners to date, and it was inspiring to see our students connecting with the community on such a big stage.
These young leaders are the future of agriculture, and we're so proud of their drive and dedication! 🌾💙💛
Last week, FFA President Keyamari Keys was officially voted in by the Chautauqua County Farm Bureau Board to serve as a Team Representative. She's making history as the first official teen member on the board in our county — an incredible milestone!
Keyamari also had the opportunity to advocate for agriculture by meeting with Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor. She shared her concerns, expressed her passion, and described her role in agriculture — a proud moment for all of us.
Just a few days later, several of our FFA members represented the chapter at the Farmer Neighbor Dinner. Makenzie Lahnen, Taylor Lahnen, and Keyamari teamed up with the 4-H Teen Ambassadors to lead the ceremony with the Pledge of Allegiance and later rolled up their sleeves to help with cleanup. This was one of the largest dinners to date, and it was inspiring to see our students connecting with the community on such a big stage.
These young leaders are the future of agriculture, and we're so proud of their drive and dedication! 🌾💙💛
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
📚 Teaching & Learning Committee
Focus on how students learn and how teachers teach!
✅ Review curriculum and instruction
✅ Help design our new Response to Intervention process
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Teacher Reps per level (Elementary, Middle/High)
1 Middle + 1 High School Student
1 Community Business Owner
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
📚 Teaching & Learning Committee
Focus on how students learn and how teachers teach!
✅ Review curriculum and instruction
✅ Help design our new Response to Intervention process
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Teacher Reps per level (Elementary, Middle/High)
1 Middle + 1 High School Student
1 Community Business Owner
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child! Learn more at tomorrow's MHS Open House!
What an incredible start to the school year! 🎉
Yesterday, we welcomed all of our amazing staff back for Opening Day—and what a day it was! From reconnecting with familiar faces to meeting the newest members of our school family, the energy was nothing short of inspiring. 😊
A huge shoutout to our Food Services Department for starting our day off right with a delicious breakfast and lunch—truly top-notch! 🍳🥗🍕
The day was filled with laughter, learning, and a whole lot of team spirit—from engaging professional development sessions to meaningful conversations that reminded us why we do what we do.
We’re feeling energized, united, and ready to make this school year one of the best yet! 💪📚✨
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
🏅 Athletics Committee
Strengthen Cougar pride by guiding athletics planning and celebrations!
✅ Discuss athletic needs and successes
✅ Support student athletes and coaches
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Student Athlete Reps (1 male, 1 female)
3 Teacher/Coach Reps (1 per season)
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
🏅 Athletics Committee
Strengthen Cougar pride by guiding athletics planning and celebrations!
✅ Discuss athletic needs and successes
✅ Support student athletes and coaches
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Student Athlete Reps (1 male, 1 female)
3 Teacher/Coach Reps (1 per season)
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
The Driving Force Behind Our Kids! Learn more at tomorrow's MHS Open House!
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
🛡️ Building Level Safety Team
Support student and staff safety by developing building and district safety plans.
✅ Discuss critical safety issues
✅ Build and guide emergency plans
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Student Reps
2 Teacher Reps
1 School-Related Professional
1+ Community First Responder
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
🛡️ Building Level Safety Team
Support student and staff safety by developing building and district safety plans.
✅ Discuss critical safety issues
✅ Build and guide emergency plans
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps
2 Student Reps
2 Teacher Reps
1 School-Related Professional
1+ Community First Responder
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
Book Yourself a Visit to the Library at Thursday's MHS Open House!
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
📘 Code of Conduct
Help guide our discipline and behavior management system by reviewing outcomes each quarter.
✅ Review data on discipline trends
✅ Strengthen positive student behavior supports
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps (1 Elementary, 1 Secondary)
2 Student Reps (1 per building)
3 Teacher Reps (Elementary, Middle, High)
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
📘 Code of Conduct
Help guide our discipline and behavior management system by reviewing outcomes each quarter.
✅ Review data on discipline trends
✅ Strengthen positive student behavior supports
We are seeking:
2 Parent Reps (1 Elementary, 1 Secondary)
2 Student Reps (1 per building)
3 Teacher Reps (Elementary, Middle, High)
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
Hang it in the Louvre at Thursday's MHS Open House!
We need you! Cassadaga Valley seeks to partner with our students, families and community members as well as our staff to help build bold goals and the practices that will help us reach each one.
🌟 Cassadaga Aligned Navigation (CAN)
Our district-wide shared decision-making team!
✅ Stay updated on major initiatives
✅ Share feedback across all committees
✅ Help identify barriers and solutions so every student thrives
We are seeking:
3 Parent Reps (Elementary, Middle, High)
2 Student Reps (MS + HS)
2 Community Members
1 Elementary Teacher, 1 Middle Teacher, 1 High Teacher
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
🌟 Cassadaga Aligned Navigation (CAN)
Our district-wide shared decision-making team!
✅ Stay updated on major initiatives
✅ Share feedback across all committees
✅ Help identify barriers and solutions so every student thrives
We are seeking:
3 Parent Reps (Elementary, Middle, High)
2 Student Reps (MS + HS)
2 Community Members
1 Elementary Teacher, 1 Middle Teacher, 1 High Teacher
1 School-Related Professional
Please email mwilson@cvcougars.org today to join a committee!
