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Take advantage of summer sales and take some pressure off September by picking up your school supplies. A complete list of all middle school student supplies is available online.

Two named in "Why I am Proud to Be an American" contest

Seventh grader Shauna Sebastian and sixth grader Katherine Rockwell were recently named district level winners in the B.P.O.E Americanism Essay contest. Nancy Swartz of the Canajoharie-Fort Plain Elks Lodge #2621 made the formal announcement in a brief ceremony at the Middle School. Shauna, Katherine, Mariah Bowler were entered in the district competition after the lodge held a local competition for area students.

Shauna's and Katherine's essays are now entered in the state level competition. Read their essays

Nalli named to "Who's Who..."

Philip Nalli has been named to the "Who's Who Among Outstanding Middle School Students." Philip's biographical information and school accomplishments will be included in the upcoming "Who's Who..." directory. Principal Thomas Sincavage presented Philip with a framed plaque noting his honor.

Bowler earns honors in Elks "Americanism" contest

(March 2007) Sixth grader Mariah Bowler earned top honors in the Canajoharie-Fort Plain Elks Lodge "Americanism" essay contest. Exalted Ruler Karl Swartz and Americanism Chairman Tom Yager presented Mariah with a plaque for her essay entitled "Why I am Proud to be American."  Mr. Swartz and Mr. Yager also presented all students who had participated with a certificate acknowledging their efforts. Mariah will now compete at the district level. Read Mariah's essay

Nature & art combine for magnificent photography

Middle school art teacher Michelle Egelston gave her students a free hand as they headed outdoors to create their own works of art using natural media and a digital camera. The exercise was part of a study of Andy Goldsworthy, a British sculptor who commonly uses his hands, teeth, and found tools to to prepare and arrange materials like twigs, thorns, stone, mud, snow, icicles, brightly colored flowers, pinecones, and leaves into unique site specific works. See examples of their works.

8th grade Art Enrichment students design activity coloring books

8th Grade Art Enrichment students are creating 8-page activity coloring books for our elementary students. When the coloring book is completed, the student chooses an elementary class to present their books to. Many themes such as "Healthy Habits", "Bike Safety", "Stranger Danger", "Exercise and You", "Dental Care" and "Trick or Treat Safety Tips" have been created so far.

Above: Mrs. Kornas's kindergarten class enjoys presentation by Emily Moak and Jon Ward.
 

 

 

 

 

7th grade rock pumpkins and coloring pages brighten elementary school days

 According to the middle school's CHIPS program - Character Helps Improve Personal Success. Part of developing positive character traits is learning to work with and to help others. In October, Mrs. Dingman's homebase painted rock pumpkins and delivered them to eager elementary students. The two groups spent some additional time working on coloring pages that the middle schoolers had also brought.

Will school close tomorrow? Ask meteorologist Steve LaPointe!

(Spring 2007) 8th graders had the opportunity to learn about weather from one of the region's leading meteorologists, CBS 6 meteorologist Steve LaPointe. LaPointe spent the morning of Thursday, March 8 sharing his knowledge of global warming and meteorology with an eager audience.

LaPointe explained that meteorology is one of the fastest growing sciences. Data used to forecast our weather grows exponentially each year. Crunching that data with powerful computers and adding the observations of local weather spotters enables today's forecasters to generate highly detailed computer models to predict the weather. Advanced computer graphics, doppler radar and new production techniques even change the way weather is presented on the television broadcast. (full story)

 

Middle School principal Tom Sincavage (right) congratulates technology teacher Greg Pitonza for earning his doctorate degree.

Middle school students welcome Dr. Pitonza

(Spring 2007) Welcome Dr. Pitonza! He looks like middle school technology teacher Greg Pitonza; he even sounds like him. In fact, it is Mr. Pitonza—but now, he is a doctor!

Technology teacher Greg Pitonza has been approved by his committee and recommended for Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Studies from Union Institute and University. Pitonza's doctoral thesis was entitled "Look Ma No Hands - The Experience of the Need for Hands-on Expression." (full story)

Leading by example—6th grader spearheads food drive

(Spring 2006) Ask 6th grader Gabriel Cirtwell how to serve the community and he will tell you—from personal experience. At just 11 years old, he has already demonstrated compassion for others and a commitment to help that most adults cannot match. And if you think this is simply hype, ask his middle school principal, Rodney Strait. (full story and photo)

8th grade "rocks around the clock"

(Spring 2006) The 8th grade class celebrated the 50's and 60's with their annual parent/student sock hop on March 29. Dressed in everything from leather jackets and poodle skirts to faded jeans and tie-dyed shirts, everyone spent the night eating, dancing, doing the limbo and testing their hula-hoop skills. (see photos)

Taking note of “Noteworthy” artists

(Winter 2006) The Noteworthy Company presented six talented Canajoharie 8th grade art students with Graphic Design Awards in a special presentation Tuesday, February 28 at the company’s offices in Amsterdam.

Noteworthy President Carol Constantino recognized Jocelyn Rowley, Gabby Tripsas, Josh Crouse, Corinne Bowers, Catherine Olson, and Cynthia Nellis for their Halloween bag art designs. (full story)