Some Valley mornings are better than others! Welcome back faculty and staff. Today we train up, rise and shine in preparation of our student return next week!
Seize the Day and Find Your Way at Thursday's MHS Open House!
Cassadaga Valley MHS Open House 2025
Thursday, August 28th 5:30-7:00pm
Join us for a warm welcome from the Cassadaga Valley faculty and staff! On this night we invite 6th- 12th grade students and their families to visit our facility to see what is new and exciting for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Open House will feature several opportunities to connect with school and community resources before the school year begins.
Thursday, August 28th 5:30-7:00pm
Join us for a warm welcome from the Cassadaga Valley faculty and staff! On this night we invite 6th- 12th grade students and their families to visit our facility to see what is new and exciting for the 2025-2026 school year. Our Open House will feature several opportunities to connect with school and community resources before the school year begins.
🌟 We Need You, CVCS Community! 🌟
Cassadaga Valley is proud to partner with our students, families, community members, and staff to set bold goals—and we need your voice to help us reach them!
We are looking for volunteers to join one of our school committees for the coming year. Each committee plays an important role in shaping the student experience, strengthening connections, and guiding our district forward.
Committees include:
✔️ Cassadaga Aligned Navigation (CAN)
✔️ Code of Conduct
✔️ Building Safety Teams
✔️ Athletics
✔️ Teaching & Learning
✔️ Technology
✔️ Graduation
✔️ Wellness
We are seeking several volunteers for each group—administrators, teachers, parents, students, and community members alike!
📩 Interested? Please email Melissa Wilson at mwilson@cvcougars.org to sign up or learn more.
Together, we CAN do great things for our students and our school community! 🙌
Cassadaga Valley is proud to partner with our students, families, community members, and staff to set bold goals—and we need your voice to help us reach them!
We are looking for volunteers to join one of our school committees for the coming year. Each committee plays an important role in shaping the student experience, strengthening connections, and guiding our district forward.
Committees include:
✔️ Cassadaga Aligned Navigation (CAN)
✔️ Code of Conduct
✔️ Building Safety Teams
✔️ Athletics
✔️ Teaching & Learning
✔️ Technology
✔️ Graduation
✔️ Wellness
We are seeking several volunteers for each group—administrators, teachers, parents, students, and community members alike!
📩 Interested? Please email Melissa Wilson at mwilson@cvcougars.org to sign up or learn more.
Together, we CAN do great things for our students and our school community! 🙌
Back to School Immunization Clinic! Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are encouraged! Call (716) 753-4491 to make your appt!
Cassadaga Valley Central School District will again be offering FREE meals to all students during the 2025-2026 school year! The district is continuing to utilize the Community Eligibility Provision in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. Regardless of household income, all Cassadaga Valley students are eligible to receive one breakfast and one lunch at no charge to your household. Parents do not need to submit an application to participate in this program! An announcement letter is available on the Cassadaga Valley CSD website under Food Service Department.
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1554/CVCS/4848030/Public_Announcement_25-26.pdf
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1554/CVCS/4848030/Public_Announcement_25-26.pdf
Emiley Anderson received the 1st Annual Martha & Paul Cooley Legacy Award on August 11th at the Chautauqua County Sports Hall of Fame Picnic held at the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club.
This new award honors an outstanding female student-athlete from Cassadaga Valley High School — a place where Mr. Cooley taught and coached for 32 years. As he shared, at a previous board meeting, the award is “a small token of appreciation for the wonderful things that have happened to us largely because we were given the opportunity to spend a large part of our lives here in the Valley.”
Sponsored by the Chautauqua County Sports Hall of Fame and made possible by a donation to its Endowment Fund, the award will continue to recognize excellence in young women athletes for years to come. It is named for both Paul and Martha Cooley — in Mr. Cooley’s words, “because she was behind everything that I ever accomplished over the 68 years as my wife and best friend and was an avid supporter of Cassadaga Valley athletics.”
Congratulations, Emiley, on being the very first recipient of this meaningful legacy! #ValleyProud!
This new award honors an outstanding female student-athlete from Cassadaga Valley High School — a place where Mr. Cooley taught and coached for 32 years. As he shared, at a previous board meeting, the award is “a small token of appreciation for the wonderful things that have happened to us largely because we were given the opportunity to spend a large part of our lives here in the Valley.”
Sponsored by the Chautauqua County Sports Hall of Fame and made possible by a donation to its Endowment Fund, the award will continue to recognize excellence in young women athletes for years to come. It is named for both Paul and Martha Cooley — in Mr. Cooley’s words, “because she was behind everything that I ever accomplished over the 68 years as my wife and best friend and was an avid supporter of Cassadaga Valley athletics.”
Congratulations, Emiley, on being the very first recipient of this meaningful legacy! #ValleyProud!
🚗✨ Our summer Driver's Ed class just wrapped up and was a huge success! Students went beyond just learning the rules of the road — they created powerful "Don't Drink and Drive" posters to hang around the school, practiced navigating without GPS by writing out and following directions, and even took time to write a heartfelt letter to our superintendent and Board of Education. 💌
In their letter, they shared how grateful they were for the opportunity to participate, how much they learned and improved, and how meaningful it was to learn safe driving while having fun with their friends. 🛣️💡 Their teacher, Mrs. Bittinger, had nothing but praise, calling them a truly fantastic group to work with! 🙌 Thank you, Mrs. Bittinger, for taking on this role and giving our students a great experience!
Great job to all of our future drivers — we’re so proud of you! 🚦👏
In their letter, they shared how grateful they were for the opportunity to participate, how much they learned and improved, and how meaningful it was to learn safe driving while having fun with their friends. 🛣️💡 Their teacher, Mrs. Bittinger, had nothing but praise, calling them a truly fantastic group to work with! 🙌 Thank you, Mrs. Bittinger, for taking on this role and giving our students a great experience!
Great job to all of our future drivers — we’re so proud of you! 🚦👏
🐔👏 Last week, Landon Conti had an amazing showing at the Wyoming County Fair! He earned Reserve Grand Champion in the Novice Showmanship category with his chickens 🏆. He answered questions about how he feeds, cares for, and identifies different parts of his birds—showing off all his hard work and knowledge from the Wyoming County 4-H program.
He brought three of his pullets to display: Pauline and Oreo each earned blue ribbons 💙, and Hawk Eye earned a red ❤️ in the Appearance category.
Landon also raised market broiler chickens and participated in his first Wyoming County Meat Auction, where he earned a blue ribbon in Showmanship during the market broiler show.
As if that wasn’t enough, he also gave his first public presentation on how to care for chickens—sharing his passion and experience with others. 🐣
Landon is an incoming 4th grader at SES, and we’re so proud of everything he accomplished at the fair!
He brought three of his pullets to display: Pauline and Oreo each earned blue ribbons 💙, and Hawk Eye earned a red ❤️ in the Appearance category.
Landon also raised market broiler chickens and participated in his first Wyoming County Meat Auction, where he earned a blue ribbon in Showmanship during the market broiler show.
As if that wasn’t enough, he also gave his first public presentation on how to care for chickens—sharing his passion and experience with others. 🐣
Landon is an incoming 4th grader at SES, and we’re so proud of everything he accomplished at the fair!
New year, new faces! Exciting changes are coming as our wonderful librarians switch things up for the upcoming school year! Kim Joslyn will be returning to SES, while Marlene Anderson is heading to MHS.
We asked them what they're most looking forward to in this new chapter — here’s what they had to say!
"I am excited to be back in the elementary building this year because I love the enthusiasm for learning in the elementary building. Watching a student's face light up when they learn something new is one of the best parts of being a teacher!" - Ms. Joslyn
"I am very excited to be working with the students and staff in the MHS! I look forward to inspiring a culture of reading, teaching digital literacy and research skills, and reinforcing problem-solving skills and creativity through hands-on STEAM projects." - Mrs. Anderson
We asked them what they're most looking forward to in this new chapter — here’s what they had to say!
"I am excited to be back in the elementary building this year because I love the enthusiasm for learning in the elementary building. Watching a student's face light up when they learn something new is one of the best parts of being a teacher!" - Ms. Joslyn
"I am very excited to be working with the students and staff in the MHS! I look forward to inspiring a culture of reading, teaching digital literacy and research skills, and reinforcing problem-solving skills and creativity through hands-on STEAM projects." - Mrs. Anderson
Jeanine Bailey is one of our Special Education teachers and when we asked her about the new role she'll be shifting into, here's what she said! "This will be my 23rd year with CVCS and 10th year at Sinclairville Elementary. After many years teaching as a Consultant & Resource Room teacher, I am super excited to be going back to the self-contained setting! I'm looking forward to the class family we will be creating this year, and all the ways we all will learn and grow together most of all!"
This dedicated team of K–5 teachers is spending their summer preparing to pilot a brand-new math program. Their goal? To sharpen their practice, bring fresh strategies to the classroom, and most importantly—boost student success. 🌟
We are proud of our educators who continually go above and beyond to ensure our students have every opportunity to grow and thrive. 💙❤️
We are proud of our educators who continually go above and beyond to ensure our students have every opportunity to grow and thrive. 💙❤️
We are excited to invite you and your family to our Step Up to Success Middle School Tailgate and 6th Grade Orientation on Thursday, August 28th at Cassadaga Valley Middle-High School. This special evening is a great way to kick off the school year and connect with staff, classmates, and our middle school community! See the event schedule below and, if you have any questions, please contact the MHS office at (716) 962-8581.
New year, new faces! While JoAnne Banse-Fay is not new to the district, she's a newly certified teacher and we're ecstatic about welcoming her as a new elementary teacher! JoAnne started out as a teacher aide in 2020, earned her degree and teaching certificate while working here, and did multiple long-term substitute teaching assignments over the last couple of school years. Please welcome JoAnne as one of our new elementary teachers! #ValleyProud!
Corey Bell's been with the district since 2021 as a Working Supervisor and while he's technically still in this same position, he's taken on the role of "Custodian in Charge" at MHS. When we asked Corey what he's most excited about in this new role, he state, "I'm excited for my new role and the challenges that will come along with it." Corey is always willing to help wherever he's needed and takes on new tasks. He's looking forward to continuing to grow and make a positive impact in our school community.
🐐 Friday, August 14 – Goat Show at the Erie County Fair:
Kayla Lippert had another incredible day representing Cassadaga Valley FFA at the 4-H/FFA Livestock Shows!
🏆 Overall Master Showman
🥇 Supreme Meat Goat Showman
👑 Champion Market Goat
We continue to be amazed by Kayla’s hard work, skill, and dedication. What a week!
Kayla Lippert had another incredible day representing Cassadaga Valley FFA at the 4-H/FFA Livestock Shows!
🏆 Overall Master Showman
🥇 Supreme Meat Goat Showman
👑 Champion Market Goat
We continue to be amazed by Kayla’s hard work, skill, and dedication. What a week!
🎉 New Year, New Faces! 🎉 We are thrilled to welcome Marie Torrey and Heather Nocero into their new counseling roles! Marie will be at MHS this year, and Heather will be at SES. Both bring incredible passion and dedication to our school community. Here’s a glimpse of the excitement they’ve shared:
✨ Marie is excited to work with high school students and watch them grow. She looks forward to using her experience in college and career counseling to help students look toward the future.
Read Ms. Torrey’s full welcome letter → https://5il.co/3nuyl
✨ Heather stated, "working for the Cassadaga Valley Central School District has brought me great pride throughout my career. The Valley holds a special place in my heart and I am honored to continue to serve our community. I look forward to collaborating to meet the needs of students' academic, social-emotional and career development growth and work with the families and students at Sinclairville Elementary School to bring about a great educational experience. "
Read Ms. Nocero’s full welcome letter → https://5il.co/3nuyn
We are confident these changes will help us continue to grow and thrive as a district. Please join us in giving both Marie and Heather a warm welcome!
Pounce on those last few days of summer! #Valley Proud
REMINDER!! Get your pre-sale tickets by August 17th!
🏈📣2025 Pep Rally!🏈📣
Get ready to kick off the Cassadaga Valley Midget Football & Cheer season with Chiavetta’s Chicken BBQ at our 2025 Pep Rally!
📍 SES football field
⏰ August 22nd starting at 6:00pm, please have athletes to the field by 5:30pm.
🍗🔥 Chiavetta’s Chicken BBQ 🔥🍗
🎟 Presale Tickets Only $15
🗓 Presale ends August 17th – Don’t miss out!
❗️Limited day-of sales will be available – first come, first served!
Venmo @cvcsmidgetfootball with name and number of tickets
Contact Amanda Webster (716) 785-5862
Let’s rally together with great food, great people, and team spirit! 🏈📣
Thanks for supporting Cassadaga Valley Midget Football & Cheer! 🔵🔴
A Special Meeting of the Board of Education will take place on Monday, August 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM, in the District Office Conference Room. The purpose of this meeting is to approve the amended tax levy/tax warrant for the upcoming school year.
