Colt Family News
May 25, 2023
Dear Families,
This week we had to navigate the unexpected loss of a staff member. Everyone's outpouring of love and support has made these hard times manageable. Thank you for support. Below are links to some grief resources. Grief can show up at the most unexpected times and these resources will help you navigate those tough times with your children.
It has been amazing to watch the entire community come together to honor Mrs. Dow. Our lawn has been beautifully decorated. Pinwheels are now available for people to take and pay forward to others. They will be available at the celebration of life as well. Be sure to get a pinwheel and pass it along to keep Mrs. Dow's light shining bright.
GIVEBACK DAYS
Barring any unforeseen circumstance, we will be receiving two giveback days from unused snow days. There will be no school on the following days:
- May 26 - NO SCHOOL
- June 23rd - NO SCHOOL
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Registration is now open for the 2023-2024 4H After School Program. Please see important information below.
HIGH SCHOOL LAST DAY
The last day of classes for high school students will be Tuesday, June 13th. Regents exams begin on June 14th.
EARLY DISMISSALS
There will be early dismissals for all elementary students on June 20-22. We will dismiss at 11:30AM each day. Lunch time will be provided before students are dismissed. The last day of school for elementary students is Thursday, June 22.
YEARBOOKS
The yearbooks have arrived and there are copies available for $35.00. Please reach out to Mrs. McGee to get yours today!
DRESS CODE
Last call for your input on the CPCS Dress Code! Our Student Dress Code was last updated in 2015. Please take a moment to review the current Dress Code and then complete the survey. Dress Code Survey
GIRLS ON THE RUN
Our Girls on the Run group will wrap-up their season on June 10th with a 5K in Potsdam. You are invited to sign up for the race/walk or just cheer them on. Donations are also accepted that will be put towards future Girls on the Run programming.
CELL PHONE PRIVILEGES
We are looking for parents/guardians that would like to be involved in determining cell phone privileges for students going forward. Please email me if you would like to contribute to the conversation or attend meetings regarding this topic.
Take some time to enjoy family and friends this long weekend. We will see everyone on Tuesday when we return to school after Memorial Day weekend.
Jennifer McKinley
PK-12 Principal
(315) 261-2100
PEEK AT THE WEEK...
- Mon. 5/29 -NO SCHOOL
- Tues. 5/30 -Day 2:
- Wed. 5/31-Day 3: Grade 8 Science Performance Test
- Thurs. 6/1-Day 4: US History & Government Regents
- Fri. 6/2 -Day 1: SUNY Potsdam Art Show
UPCOMING EVENTS
- May 26 -NO SCHOOL -Giveback Day!
- May 29 -NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day)
- June 3 -Prom
- June 5 -Athletic Banquet
- June 6 -HS Spring Concert
- June 5 -Grade 8 Written Science Exam, Sport Banquet
- June 9 -BOCES Graduation
- June 10 Girls on the Run 5K
- June 13 -Last Day of classes for HS students
- June 14 -Regents begin
- June 15 -Elementary Field Day
- June 16 -Elementary Field Day (rain date)
- June 19 -NO SCHOOL (Juneteenth)
- June 20 -Early dismissal for elementary students at 11:30AM
- June 21 -Early dismissal for elementary students at 11:30AM, BOE Meeting
- June 22 -Early dismissal for elementary students at 11:30AM -LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
- June 23 -Graduation
- June 26 -Elementary Summer School starts
CPCS RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES
VISITORS
Any visitors to our school must sign in at the main office. Guests will not be permitted to go to classrooms without teacher permission.
BACKPACK PROGRAM
Together with the PTSA, the backpack program provides bags with food for the weekends, for students from families who might struggle with purchasing food for home. If you are interested in signing your child up for the Backpack Program, please call 262-2100 x34429, email hrousell@cpcs.us or complete this form: https://forms.gle/gQ2uRiMJiDysyH856
Thank you for being part of our caring community!
Jennifer A. McKinley
Email: jmckinley@cpcs.us
Website: www.cpcs.us
Location: 4921 NY-56, Colton, NY, USA
Phone: (315) 262-2100