📣 Parents & Guardians 📣
We want to make sure every family is receiving important district notifications — especially as winter approaches and snow day alerts become more likely.
Yesterday, we sent out an all-call phone call and text message about our upcoming planned lockdown drills.
👉 Did you receive the call and/or text?
If you did NOT receive either, please email Melissa Wilson in the District Office at mwilson@cvcougars.org so we can update your contact information.
⚠️ If you received the call but NOT the text:
Sometimes, if you’ve opted out of too many automated texts, your phone carrier may start blocking them altogether. Please reach out to your carrier to ensure you're able to receive school alerts.
Thank you for helping us keep communication clear and consistent for everyone's safety and awareness! ❄️📲
We want to make sure every family is receiving important district notifications — especially as winter approaches and snow day alerts become more likely.
Yesterday, we sent out an all-call phone call and text message about our upcoming planned lockdown drills.
👉 Did you receive the call and/or text?
If you did NOT receive either, please email Melissa Wilson in the District Office at mwilson@cvcougars.org so we can update your contact information.
⚠️ If you received the call but NOT the text:
Sometimes, if you’ve opted out of too many automated texts, your phone carrier may start blocking them altogether. Please reach out to your carrier to ensure you're able to receive school alerts.
Thank you for helping us keep communication clear and consistent for everyone's safety and awareness! ❄️📲
It’s fire prevention week and local fire departments are visiting SES today!
Our SES highlight of the week goes out to Ashley Clark and Stacy Monroe for their amazing consultant teaching services & resource room! Through consultant teaching, they support students with IEPs through classroom collaboration with general education teachers. The resources room provides small-group instruction to build skills and confidence in a focused setting.
Thank you for helping our students thrive every day! 👏
#ValleyProud!
Thank you for helping our students thrive every day! 👏
#ValleyProud!
The Cassadaga Valley High School History Club is back!
The History Club kicked off the year with an exciting first meeting where students brainstormed a list of activities, trips, and projects they’re eager to take on this year. From local history explorations to volunteering, there’s no shortage of ideas or enthusiasm! We can see why this club is one of the largest at the school.
Club officers, elected at the end of last year, were introduced and are ready to lead the charge alongside the club’s new advisor, Mr. Schrader with support from Mrs. Richir. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic year full of learning, leadership, and Cougar Pride! 🐾📚
#ValleyProud #CougarHistory #CVCS #StudentLeaders #CougarPride
The History Club kicked off the year with an exciting first meeting where students brainstormed a list of activities, trips, and projects they’re eager to take on this year. From local history explorations to volunteering, there’s no shortage of ideas or enthusiasm! We can see why this club is one of the largest at the school.
Club officers, elected at the end of last year, were introduced and are ready to lead the charge alongside the club’s new advisor, Mr. Schrader with support from Mrs. Richir. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic year full of learning, leadership, and Cougar Pride! 🐾📚
#ValleyProud #CougarHistory #CVCS #StudentLeaders #CougarPride
Planned Lockdown Drills – October 15
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025 both of our buildings (MHS & SES) will conduct planned lockdown drills as part of our ongoing commitment to safety and emergency preparedness. New York State law requires public schools to notify parents about a planned lockdown drill to ensure safety and reduce potential trauma for students and staff.
These drills are scheduled in advance and provide an important opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to practice lockdown procedures in a calm and structured environment.
Following the drills, building administrators will meet with faculty and staff to debrief and identify practical ways to further enhance safety protocols.
If you have any questions, please contact the office at MHS or SES. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe school environment.
On Wednesday, October 15, 2025 both of our buildings (MHS & SES) will conduct planned lockdown drills as part of our ongoing commitment to safety and emergency preparedness. New York State law requires public schools to notify parents about a planned lockdown drill to ensure safety and reduce potential trauma for students and staff.
These drills are scheduled in advance and provide an important opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to practice lockdown procedures in a calm and structured environment.
Following the drills, building administrators will meet with faculty and staff to debrief and identify practical ways to further enhance safety protocols.
If you have any questions, please contact the office at MHS or SES. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a safe school environment.
🏈🏀 Student-Athletes & Families — Don’t Miss This! 🏐⚽
Cassadaga Valley Presents: The Sleep Guy – October 10th!
We’re excited to welcome Chris Sargent, known as “The Sleep Guy,” for a special FREE presentation focused on how sleep directly impacts athletic performance. Sargent works with student-athletes across New York State to help them reach their full potential — and it all starts with better sleep.
Whether you’re training for your next big game or just trying to stay sharp in school, understanding how sleep fuels your body and brain is a game-changer. This is a must-attend event for athletes, coaches, and families who want to unlock that next level.
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM — Family Dinner Fundraiser in the MHS cafeteria
🕕 6:00 PM — Engaging presentation by The Sleep Guy in the MHS Auditorium
Let’s take our performance — on and off the field — to the next level. See you there!
Our 4th Graders Had a Special Visit (Virtually!) with Author Katherine Applegate! 📚✨
Mrs. Wise’s 4th grade class had the amazing opportunity to join a live webinar with award-winning author Katherine Applegate, best known for The One and Only Ivan, Wishtree, and many other beloved books. 💬🐘🌳
Students listened as she read from her newest novel, Pocket Bear, and then took part in a Q&A session where they could ask her questions directly. One of the most inspiring moments came when she told students, “If you don’t like reading yet, you just haven’t found your ‘best friend’ book.” ❤️📖
She also encouraged them to keep writing and sharing their stories—reminding us all that we’re storytellers at heart.
What an unforgettable experience for our young readers and writers!
Mrs. Wise’s 4th grade class had the amazing opportunity to join a live webinar with award-winning author Katherine Applegate, best known for The One and Only Ivan, Wishtree, and many other beloved books. 💬🐘🌳
Students listened as she read from her newest novel, Pocket Bear, and then took part in a Q&A session where they could ask her questions directly. One of the most inspiring moments came when she told students, “If you don’t like reading yet, you just haven’t found your ‘best friend’ book.” ❤️📖
She also encouraged them to keep writing and sharing their stories—reminding us all that we’re storytellers at heart.
What an unforgettable experience for our young readers and writers!
🍎✨ Our PreK students in Miss Emmott's and Miss Bender’s classroom have been busy learning through play and exploration! So far this school year, they’ve:
👩🍳 Made delicious homemade applesauce
🎶 Built “Mat Man” while learning about body parts and spatial awareness through music
🌈 Explored light and color using the Kodo Kids Light Table
It’s been a fun-filled start to the year, and we can’t wait to see what they discover next! 💡🎉
👩🍳 Made delicious homemade applesauce
🎶 Built “Mat Man” while learning about body parts and spatial awareness through music
🌈 Explored light and color using the Kodo Kids Light Table
It’s been a fun-filled start to the year, and we can’t wait to see what they discover next! 💡🎉
We're still accepting applications for Bus Drivers and Bus Attendants! Cassadaga Valley Central School is always looking for caring, reliable individuals to join our transportation team! Apply today!
https://www.cvcougars.org/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.cvcougars.org/page/employment-opportunities
Inner Lakes Federal Credit Union recently spoke to the Business Math and Careers and Financial Literacy classes. Students learned the difference between a bank and credit union. They learned how to open a savings and checking account, what a debit card is, how to protect themselves against growing fraud and much more!
Homecoming dates and Spirit Week dress up days for next week!
The book fair is coming to SES! Click on the link below to preview books and set up the e-wallet for your students so that they do not need to bring in cash! This book fair is for elementary students during their library class. There will be a parent night in the spring for Literacy Night. If you are interested in volunteering to help students pick a book during their class, please email Kim Joslyn at kjoslyn@cvcougars.org
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/sinclairvilleelementarysch
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/sinclairvilleelementarysch
A Victory with a Valley View, from the JV football game on Saturday 🏈🍂
Mrs. Meeder's Meat and Food Science class partnered with Mrs. Kelly's Field Journaling class last Friday to help map out maple trees for future tapping! The Field Journaling class just finished their tree unit, and was teaching the Food Science class how to distinguish a difference between red and sugar maples 🍁
Our SES highlight for last week is our student services suite (Mrs. Nocero, Mrs. Myles, Mr. Smith, and Mrs. Esselburn)!! They do a tremendous job working together to support students’ mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being. By providing personalized care, crisis support, and early intervention, they help create a safe, healthy environment where all students can thrive.
Recently, students in our Construction Systems and CTE programs attended the WNY Construction Career Day at Local 17’s training facility in Lakeview, NY. They had hands-on opportunities to operate cranes and excavators and explore careers in welding, carpentry, masonry, and metalworking!
On Friday, 10/3, the Key Club held their annual Pink Day to bring recognition to Breast Cancer Awareness and to raise money for the Debra Tordoff Senior Scholarship fund! 💗
Cassadaga Valley presents on October 10th: The Sleep Guy!! Please join us for this free presentation by "The Sleep Guy", Chris Sargeant. Sargent works extensively with student-athletes around the state to propel them to the next level in their sport of choice. The factor that has the greatest impact on performance is sleep. His hope is that students will take away tips for enhanced quality and quantity of sleep. It is the most important aspect of our lives and is overlooked in the lives of our children today.
From 5:00-6:00 we will be offering a family dinner in the cafeteria followed by a very engaging and interesting presentation beginning at 6 pm about the importance of sleep for our families! Please join us!
From 5:00-6:00 we will be offering a family dinner in the cafeteria followed by a very engaging and interesting presentation beginning at 6 pm about the importance of sleep for our families! Please join us!
This Friday, October 3rd, is our annual Go Home Early drill. New York State requires all school districts to hold an annual “Go Home Early” drill to ensure that students and staff know what to do in case an emergency requires school grounds to be cleared at a time other than our regular dismissal time. Both school buildings will dismiss 15 minutes earlier than their regular dismissal on Friday. Those who pick their children up from school will follow the same procedure, just 15 minutes earlier than normal.
If you have any questions, please contact the elementary or middle/high school office.
If you have any questions, please contact the elementary or middle/high school office.
Good morning,
This is a reminder that all Cassadaga Valley School District students will be dismissed 15 minutes early today Friday, October 3rd for our annual Emergency Go Home Early Drill. Students that ride the bus can expect to arrive home approximately 10-15 minutes earlier than usual. Any athletes that are at MHS will exit the building temporarily and will be able to return for practice or games.
This is a reminder that all Cassadaga Valley School District students will be dismissed 15 minutes early today Friday, October 3rd for our annual Emergency Go Home Early Drill. Students that ride the bus can expect to arrive home approximately 10-15 minutes earlier than usual. Any athletes that are at MHS will exit the building temporarily and will be able to return for practice or games.