Dear CCSD Families,
Happy New Year! This week our school community will be focusing on the Positivity Project character strength of Optimism. Optimism means you expect the best from the future and work to achieve it.
Optimism represents a state of hopefulness and confidence about the future (both short and long term). People with this strength are future-oriented. They have a positive vision of what the future holds and maintain confidence that they will get there. Despite setbacks, they keep a positive attitude and often find ways to convert what seems like an obstacle into a stepping-stone to achieving their goals.
Optimism is not about wearing rose-colored glasses and rolling over when the going gets tough. It’s about staying focused on the good in any situation -- allowing you to be aware of opportunities and accountable for your emotions. Optimists are strong leaders. They find meaning in hardship and can create a vision for the future. Optimists are inspiring; their example is contagious. And, by sharing and achieving their vision -- despite setbacks -- they help us all achieve more.
To practice and encourage the character strength of optimism with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Have a wonderful week! We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back tomorrow, January 2nd!
Happy New Year! This week our school community will be focusing on the Positivity Project character strength of Optimism. Optimism means you expect the best from the future and work to achieve it.
Optimism represents a state of hopefulness and confidence about the future (both short and long term). People with this strength are future-oriented. They have a positive vision of what the future holds and maintain confidence that they will get there. Despite setbacks, they keep a positive attitude and often find ways to convert what seems like an obstacle into a stepping-stone to achieving their goals.
Optimism is not about wearing rose-colored glasses and rolling over when the going gets tough. It’s about staying focused on the good in any situation -- allowing you to be aware of opportunities and accountable for your emotions. Optimists are strong leaders. They find meaning in hardship and can create a vision for the future. Optimists are inspiring; their example is contagious. And, by sharing and achieving their vision -- despite setbacks -- they help us all achieve more.
To practice and encourage the character strength of optimism with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Have a wonderful week! We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back tomorrow, January 2nd!
Thank you to our CHS counseling team for facilitating workshops for our 8th and 10th graders on the outside programs available to our high school students before break. Students learned about the Early College Career Academy available through SUNY ADK and HVCC, P-Tech, New Visions, International Baccalaureate and our many opportunities for Career and Technical Education programs.
Our students had great questions and were excited to be exploring future career and educational opportunities!
Our CMS National Junior Honor Society members hosted a group of 5th/6th grade students for an afternoon of holiday ornament making and hot chocolate after school before break. It was great afternoon of socialization and service from our NJHS. Photo credit: NJHS student C. Elvira
A big shout out to our Varsity Bowling team for earning the win last night! Here are some highlights from Coach Flint:
"Varsity Bowling took another, win beating Lake George 3 to 1 to improve to 14-10 in the league. The team was led by Gavyn Randall, Sam Hill, Zach Brooks, and Logan Shippee." Congratulations, Riverhawks!
"Varsity Bowling took another, win beating Lake George 3 to 1 to improve to 14-10 in the league. The team was led by Gavyn Randall, Sam Hill, Zach Brooks, and Logan Shippee." Congratulations, Riverhawks!
A big shout out to 2 of our CHS fall athletic teams who were designated as "SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAMS" for the 2023 season: CHS Varsity Boys Soccer and CHS Varsity Volleyball.
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association Inc. (NYSPHSAA) announces its Fall 2023 Scholar-Athlete teams and number of Scholar-Athlete individuals per team. This is the 32nd year NYSPHSAA has conducted the Scholar-Athlete program, which is sponsored by Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc.
"NYSPHSAA recognized 3,967 Scholar-Athlete teams this Fall. To qualify as a team, 75% of a team’s average GPA for the Fall must be equal to or greater than 90%. Additionally, 51,625 students received individual scholar-athlete recognition by earning an individual average of 90 or above for the fall season, whether their team qualified or not."
https://nysphsaa.org/news/2023/12/15/general-nysphsaa-fall-2023-scholar-athlete-teams-and-number-of-individuals-announced.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3r87xPRteRNDd3c6WK0oEp8aZ_QF6Pb-hOjbuplnT4-nm7iTYTjJrOZBU
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association Inc. (NYSPHSAA) announces its Fall 2023 Scholar-Athlete teams and number of Scholar-Athlete individuals per team. This is the 32nd year NYSPHSAA has conducted the Scholar-Athlete program, which is sponsored by Pupil Benefits Plan, Inc.
"NYSPHSAA recognized 3,967 Scholar-Athlete teams this Fall. To qualify as a team, 75% of a team’s average GPA for the Fall must be equal to or greater than 90%. Additionally, 51,625 students received individual scholar-athlete recognition by earning an individual average of 90 or above for the fall season, whether their team qualified or not."
https://nysphsaa.org/news/2023/12/15/general-nysphsaa-fall-2023-scholar-athlete-teams-and-number-of-individuals-announced.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3r87xPRteRNDd3c6WK0oEp8aZ_QF6Pb-hOjbuplnT4-nm7iTYTjJrOZBU
It was a fabulous night on the court for our Girls Varsity Riverhawks BB team! Here are some highlights from Coach Hoertkorn:
"The Varsity girls basketball team picked up a league win over Luzerne last night to improve to 4-0 in the league and 6-1 overall heading into the holiday break. It was a bit of a slow start, but the girls continued to work and made the adjustments to get back on track.
Emily Dingmon was huge for us all game, but especially in the first quarter when things weren't going our way and Luzerne had a chance to get a big lead. She led all scorers with 24 points to go with 9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals.
Caitlyn Crossman had another great game as well battling inside against a physical Luzerne team. She recorded 4 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals. She led the top of our press and forced Luzerne into trap and turnover positions.
Whitney Cameron had some foul trouble in the first half, but stepped up big for us in the second half recording 12 of her 15 points. She also had 4 rebounds. Taylor Stone always shows her toughness inside, not letting anyone play more physically. She had 4 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals.
Riley Dumas worked hard on both ends of the floor, and had some great assists to her teammates who were cutting for an open shot. She also had 3 points, 3 assists, and 2 steals.
I continue to be so proud of how hard the girls are working to improve. Every player on the team is working on the little things to help the team be successful."
Congratulations Riverhawks!!! Keep up the great work!
"The Varsity girls basketball team picked up a league win over Luzerne last night to improve to 4-0 in the league and 6-1 overall heading into the holiday break. It was a bit of a slow start, but the girls continued to work and made the adjustments to get back on track.
Emily Dingmon was huge for us all game, but especially in the first quarter when things weren't going our way and Luzerne had a chance to get a big lead. She led all scorers with 24 points to go with 9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals.
Caitlyn Crossman had another great game as well battling inside against a physical Luzerne team. She recorded 4 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals. She led the top of our press and forced Luzerne into trap and turnover positions.
Whitney Cameron had some foul trouble in the first half, but stepped up big for us in the second half recording 12 of her 15 points. She also had 4 rebounds. Taylor Stone always shows her toughness inside, not letting anyone play more physically. She had 4 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals.
Riley Dumas worked hard on both ends of the floor, and had some great assists to her teammates who were cutting for an open shot. She also had 3 points, 3 assists, and 2 steals.
I continue to be so proud of how hard the girls are working to improve. Every player on the team is working on the little things to help the team be successful."
Congratulations Riverhawks!!! Keep up the great work!
A big shout out to our Modified Boys B team for a great win last night! Here are game highlights from Coach Byrnes:
"Corinth Modified boys B had a great team win last night. After being tied after 3 quarters, the team went on a 12-2 run to finish the win 18-8. The team was led by Phillip Richardson with 8 points and Landyn Thompson with 6. Solid effort by everyone.!"
Great job, gentlemen!!
"Corinth Modified boys B had a great team win last night. After being tied after 3 quarters, the team went on a 12-2 run to finish the win 18-8. The team was led by Phillip Richardson with 8 points and Landyn Thompson with 6. Solid effort by everyone.!"
Great job, gentlemen!!
Holiday Spirit Week has been a great success! Check out a few photos of our holiday spirit!! (Thank you to the CARE Committee for facilitating this great week!)
Today is festive (or Ugly!!) sweater day!
Our JV boys had a great win last night! Here are some highlights from Coach Bowe:
"The JV boys basketball team had a big 60-26 win vs. Hadley Luzerne. The boys played a great team game on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. They competed until the last buzzer sounded. Ashton Wright led the way with 18 points and 5 steals. After that we had 5 other guys with 5 points or more. Our half court trap was outstanding. We forced 12 steals.
Coach Bowe is very proud of the progress we have made since the start of the season. We have a lot of good basketball ahead of us. Thank you to all the fans that got there early to support us. It was an electric crowd and the boys appreciated all the support!!"
Way to go, gentlemen!!! Keep up the great work!
"The JV boys basketball team had a big 60-26 win vs. Hadley Luzerne. The boys played a great team game on the offensive and defensive side of the ball. They competed until the last buzzer sounded. Ashton Wright led the way with 18 points and 5 steals. After that we had 5 other guys with 5 points or more. Our half court trap was outstanding. We forced 12 steals.
Coach Bowe is very proud of the progress we have made since the start of the season. We have a lot of good basketball ahead of us. Thank you to all the fans that got there early to support us. It was an electric crowd and the boys appreciated all the support!!"
Way to go, gentlemen!!! Keep up the great work!
Our Modified Boys A team earned the win last night. Here are some highlights from Coach Fabian:
"Congrats to the boys modified basketball A Team on a 24-18 win over Fort Ann. The team was lead by a strong offensive effort by Jaxson Weaver with 10 points and multiple rebounds. Our entire team worked hard and played with intensity on both ends of the court. We now have some time off and play again in January."
Congratulations, RIVERHAWKS!
"Congrats to the boys modified basketball A Team on a 24-18 win over Fort Ann. The team was lead by a strong offensive effort by Jaxson Weaver with 10 points and multiple rebounds. Our entire team worked hard and played with intensity on both ends of the court. We now have some time off and play again in January."
Congratulations, RIVERHAWKS!
A big shout out to our Modified Girls BB team for earning the win! Here are some highlights from Coach Cross:
"The modified girls team continues their winning streak with a 27-12 win over Fort Ann. Led by Makenna Eastman, Ellison Emery and Jennifer Ives the Riverhawks took an early lead. A solid defensive effort from the whole team sealed the win. After break the girls will be home for the first time on January 4th vs Warrensburg at 5:30!"
Congratulations, Riverhawks!
"The modified girls team continues their winning streak with a 27-12 win over Fort Ann. Led by Makenna Eastman, Ellison Emery and Jennifer Ives the Riverhawks took an early lead. A solid defensive effort from the whole team sealed the win. After break the girls will be home for the first time on January 4th vs Warrensburg at 5:30!"
Congratulations, Riverhawks!
Our CHS Riverhawks wrestling team invited staff members to an open wrestling practice Monday evening, demonstrating how hard our athletes work to prepare for competition. They also wrote notes to staff members with personal invites, sharing the impact that the adults have had on our student athletes. This meaningful activity is our Positivity Project in action!!! Great job, students and coaches!
Be sure to check out our athletics schedule on the district website and come out to cheer on our wrestlers at an upcoming meet!
Go, Riverhawks!!
Holiday Spirit Week continues tomorrow! Wednesday is dress like your favorite character day!! Come on Riverhawks! Bring your holiday spirit tomorrow!
Our CHS Counseling Department facilitated a field trip to the "Women in Trades" event recently! The event highlighted the need for women in the trades and the many opportunities in our region for young women who want to pursue contruction and other trades-related fields. They listened to guest speakers, asked questions and experienced hands on activities.
Photos courtesy of CHS Counselor, Ms. Melville. (Thank you!) More photos on Facebook!
Photos courtesy of CHS Counselor, Ms. Melville. (Thank you!) More photos on Facebook!
Some of our Elementary Student Council Members spent part of their monthly meeting creating cards for children at St. Jude's Hospital, a leading hospital that specializes in childhood cancer and diseases. All of the additional cards will be collected and mailed at the end of this week.
This kind act is following the fundraiser and donation that was made to The Ronald MacDonald House in order to assist families. We have wonderful plans for the next few months that will support our own community as well. We will choose kindness and practice it through showing that other people matter.🧡🖤
Great job modeling our Positivity Project, Riverhawks!!
This kind act is following the fundraiser and donation that was made to The Ronald MacDonald House in order to assist families. We have wonderful plans for the next few months that will support our own community as well. We will choose kindness and practice it through showing that other people matter.🧡🖤
Great job modeling our Positivity Project, Riverhawks!!
Our UPK students "engineered" some fantastic gingerbread houses yesterday with the help of their adult partners! They had a lot of fun being creative and building their special projects! Thank you to our staff and guests for a great holiday activity! (More photos on Facebook!)
The Second Grade team had the wonderful opportunity to bring our students to a performance of “Clara and The Land of The Sweets,” an excerpt and retelling of the Nutcracker. It was the first time in a theater for many of our students.
Following the performance, students enjoyed fresh air in Crandall Park, ate lunch at Aviation Mall and bumped into Santa Claus on the way back to the bus! What a great day!
Following the performance, students enjoyed fresh air in Crandall Park, ate lunch at Aviation Mall and bumped into Santa Claus on the way back to the bus! What a great day!
Our Kindergarten students were deeply entrenched in a great engineering activity: ORNAMENT MAKING! They designed and built unique creations to share their holiday spirit!! Great work, Riverhawks!
The Annual Section 2 Field Hockey Banquet was held on Sunday, December 10th at the Century House in Latham. All of our Section 2 Field Hockey All Stars came together to be recognized for being on the First All Star Team; Second Team and our All State Team as well as our sectional champions. Sydney Crombach, goalie and Aubrey Lozier, offense were selected for the First All Star Team and are both scholar athletes. Jessica Freebern and Jazz Gill were recognized for being named to the Second All Star team as well. Congratulations to all of our Section 2 field hockey athletes.
A big shout out to our wrestling athletes for a successful weekend on the mats! Here are some highlights from Coach Bardin:
"The Riverhawks had a successful weekend competing in the Coach Ken Harrison Memorial Tournament. The team delivered an impressive performance securing 4th place out of 13 teams.
Keegan Baker was the tournament champion at 131. Aiden Schurr secured second place with Mason Rose and Jake Lafaver both getting 3rd. John Geary and Theo Gavin both got 4th place. Also wrestling well throughout the day going 2-2 were Hunter Labrake and Parker Duerr-Clark.
Great work on the mat, wrestlers!"
Congratulations, Riverhawks!
"The Riverhawks had a successful weekend competing in the Coach Ken Harrison Memorial Tournament. The team delivered an impressive performance securing 4th place out of 13 teams.
Keegan Baker was the tournament champion at 131. Aiden Schurr secured second place with Mason Rose and Jake Lafaver both getting 3rd. John Geary and Theo Gavin both got 4th place. Also wrestling well throughout the day going 2-2 were Hunter Labrake and Parker Duerr-Clark.
Great work on the mat, wrestlers!"
Congratulations, Riverhawks!
