Chittenango Select Choir Still Singing:
The Chittenango Select Choir under the direction of Mr. Stearns is still working together as a group to bring music to our community. In a time of social distancing, they are meeting virtually to rehearse and perform. These students are showcasing what it means to be a member of a community such as ours. Even in these trying times we will stay strong and keep the music flowing. We are Chittenango.
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French Honor Society Welcomes New Members:
Félicitations! On January 13, 2020 we proudly inducted 11 new members to the French Honor Society at Chittenango High School. New members were welcomed with an impressive performance of two French songs from Syracuse University vocal student and Chittenango alum Libby Welch. Additionally French Honor Society President Joshua Mattia offered his thoughts and reflections on the French program with a speech in French. Congratulations to new members Aiden Calunod, Gabriella Cutrie, Chloe Glazier, Aiyana McDonell, Arthur Paul, Alexandra Pickett, Ella Revette, Jake Simmons, Allison Soulier, Brooke Soulier and Mya Vincent!
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Spanish Honor Society Welcomes New Members:
The Chittenango High School Guernica Chapter of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica welcomed 18 new members in the high school auditorium on Monday, January 13, 2020. The induction ceremony was led by the officers and members Andrea Stanek, Jada Masiclat, Thomas McIntosh, Sean Larsson, Shannon Pitt, Sarah Martin, and Cassidy Kelly. Savannah Penoyer and Elizabeth Goss coordinated the refreshments. The purpose of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is to honor Chittenango students interested in both Spanish language and culture, and all the members participate in service to benefit the Spanish language and/or the Hispanic community. This year’s members continue to serve the needy at the Samaritan Center in Syracuse by preparing and serving meals in addition to distributing donated ...
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Sullivan Food Pantry Donations:
Our amazing Chittenango Middle School students raised 6,225 items for the Sullivan Food Pantry during the Student Council Food Drive. A special thank you to the CMS Maintenance crew, Chittenango Teachers' Association, Chain Reaction Club, Modified Girls’ Volleyball team, staff, administration and community for their generosity and participation.
One of The Positivity Project’s character traits for the month of December was ‘kindness’ and CMS truly demonstrated this by helping others in need.
Thank you! #OtherPeopleMatter
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Merry-Go-Round Youth Theater visits Bridgeport:
Fourth graders participated in a theater experience called “The Keepers Voice.” Students learned about the Haudenosaunee culture and traditions along with being introduced to the suffragist, Matilda Gage. Through their engagement as acting participants, students gained a strong understanding of this important time in our history.
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Table Tennis Madness:
Seventh and eighth grade students have been working on their table tennis skills during their physical education classes. The unit begins with learning basic hitting strokes including the forehand, backhand, and proper serving technique. Students practiced these skills by participating in warm-up skill drills and group games. The unit concludes with the classes having fun playing in competitive singles and doubles tournaments. Winners from each class were invited to play in an after-school tournament to compete against the winning teams from the other classes. This years 2019 Table Tennis champion was 7th grader Colin Smyth (Pictured below). Congratulations to all participants for their competitive play and good sportsmanship.
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Select Choir opens for Pentatonix:
On Saturday, December 14, the Chittenango High School Select Choir was again honored to be invited to open for the renowned A Capella group PENTATONIX at the Turning Stone. The musicians performed in the lobby as the crowd gathered and then sang five songs on stage. Thanks to everyone who were able to share this experience with us!
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Bolivar Road visits Fort Stanwix:
On November 14 third graders at Bolivar became “world travelers” as they explored Fort Stanwix and learned about cultural diversity. Students learned about various holidays around the world. They received stamps in their passport from all the different countries they learned about. The experience was memorable for all!
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Poppy Flowers for the Veterans:
In late November, the Peace Builders group visited Clear Path, a Veteran’s organization, and distributed hand-crafted poppy flowers to each Veteran (around 130 in attendance) to show appreciation for their service to our country.
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Bare Bones at CMS:
On Friday, November 22, CMS was visited by the BARE BONES Trombone Quartet. The group performed a concert for the 6/7 Band consisting of a musical “history lesson” which included selections from over 500 years of music. After the concert, BARE BONES gave a clinic for all CMS trombone players. During this clinic, the students learned about a wide range of trombone specific techniques, from deep breathing and posture, to slide technique and instrument maintenance. The CMS trombonists were even lead through a performance of the “SU Song.”
The trombone students were inspired by their interactions with the BARE BONES Quartet and the BARE BONES members were equally impressed by the CMS trombonists. One member remarked how great it was to see 20 trombones at ...
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CHS Spreads the Sunshine!:
SADD, FOR CLUB & Student Council worked together to spread sunshine in November! Students and staff shared sunshine necklaces expressing something they are thankful for. Then they signed the sunshine poster in the main lobby. Pictured are some members of those clubs.
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Character Education at Bolivar Road Elementary:
On November 8 th , Bolivar Road Elementary held a character education event. Several students were recognized for being responsible. They received recognition over the PA system, their parents were invited in and they received a special tee shirt. Then they marched in the hallways with all of the students and staff lining the halls cheering them on.
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CMS Positivity Tree:
CMS continues to celebrate the various character strengths of our students this month through the Positivity Project. November’s character strengths are open-mindedness, bravery, and gratitude. Students with these character strengths were highlighted on our tree. #otherpeoplematter
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Bridgeport's Peace Builders Group is up and Running!:
An exciting program we offer at Bridgeport is the Peace Builder Club. The Peace Builder Club is comprised of fourth grade students who are/want to be role models in our school and in the community. Being a Peace Builder means being a positive leader while helping those around us and supporting school events.
Peace Builders also have the opportunity to say the announcements in the morning at school. An example of a school-wide event that Peace Builders helps with is our Special Persons Day. Peace Builders held open doors for guests, signed them in, explained the schedule and walked them to their respective classrooms so they could visit with their student(s).
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Eighth Grade Morrisville Trip:
The CMS eighth graders enjoyed a beautiful fall day learning about some of the degree programs offered at Morrisville State College. While touring the campus, they visited the Aquaculture, Automotive, Dairy and Equine departments to hear about what college students learn in those courses and the possible career paths to which these degrees could lead. To cap off these educational overviews, they also enjoyed the experience of an all-you-can-eat dining hall buffet lunch, a favorite part for most of the students. It was a fun-filled day and valuable learning experience for the Class of 2024!
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CHS SADD Chapter:
Some members from the High School SADD (students against destructive decisions) chapter attended the annual leadership conference in Cazenovia on Thursday, October 3rd. Students heard a presentation from National performer Sean Derek. Mr. Derek used comedy & music to challenge students to overcome peer pressure and make healthy choices. Students also worked in stations with other Madison County school districts to develop ways to share information and combat destructive choices. Lastly, students heard from Madison county Sheriff Hood about the power of giving back to their school communities.
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CMS Outdoor Classroom:
The student-designed CMS outdoor classroom has been up and running since early October! The project began in September of 2017 as a PBL initiative led by Mrs. Schultheis involving the entire seventh grade class. Teams were given the task of redesigning the outdoor classroom space. All teams presented their design ideas to a group of retired Chittenango teachers. The top team designs were chosen and presented to the Board of Education. Each design had unique features that resulted in the BOE requesting that the teams get together to incorporate certain design features. The final team design was approved in June of 2019.
This summer, students were able to see their own ideas and designs come to life! Beautiful dividers with built-in flower beds separate the walkway and ...
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Bolivar's New Playground:
Students at Bolivar Road Elementary are loving their new playground! The playground equipment has slides, monkey bars, animal tracker sounds, ladders, swings, and so much more. There is something for everyone.
Thank you to everyone who helped bring this playground to fruition.
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