Chatham Delegation Finishes Strong at 72nd Model Congress
Students stepped into the shoes of senators and representatives at the 72nd Model Congress, a three-day academic competition simulating the activities of the United States’ Legislative Branch. Chatham’s delegation finished strong, passing legislation and bringing home special recognition for teamwork and good sportsmanship.The January event attracted schools from throughout New York and New England and was hosted by the American International College in Springfield, MA. Read more...
Boys Indoor Track Team Conference Champs
The boy’s indoor track team won the 2011-2012 Independent Conference Championships, held January 29th at UAlbany. CHS is the only small school competing in that league, and the boy's 134-124 win over conference powerhouse Scotia-Glenville is a major accomplishment. This has been a record breaking season for the Panthers, with thirteen new school records set so far. Read more...
Fine Arts Students Bring Home Accolades from Regional Juried Show
Seniors Dylan Soares-Kern (C) and Mitchell Linton (R) won First Prize in the 2012 Juried Art Show at Columbia-Greene Community College for their collaboration on a surreal, three-panel mixed-media installation entitled “Three Little Ladies.”
Also taking home acclaim was senior Justin Simmons-Tamez (L), whose pencil drawing “Benevolence” earned him Honorable Mention. Read more...
Patroon Conference Captain’s Council
Chatham's student-athlete team leaders attended the 1st Annual Patroon Conference Captain’s Council, held January 9th at Columbia Greene Community College. Chatham’s athletes joined high school students from eight other Patroon Conference schools to learn more about team building, the dangers of social media, nutrition, and how to be a successful college athlete. Read more...
Students Commit to a Safe Holiday Season
Prior to holiday recess, the CHS chapter of SADD handed out "commitment pins" to encourage their fellow students to keep the season happy by using the power of caring and good judgment during holiday celebrations. By accepting and wearing the pins, students promised not to endanger their lives during the holiday season by drinking or doing drugs, or by riding with anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
CHS Honor Roll
CHS has released our Honor Roll for the 1st Quarter of the 2011-2012 school year. See who made the list for Honors and High Honors...
Helping Save Lives, One Seatbelt at a Time
In recognition of December being National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month, CHS SADD members conducted a random seatbelt check in the school parking lot prior to the start of classes on December 14th. SADD members made note of who was wearing a seatbelt and who wasn’t, giving drivers and passengers who were wearing seatbelts a certificate good for a free snack in the school cafeteria. The few students found not wearing seatbelts were reminded that buckling up can be a life saver. Read more...
Character Education Youth Summit
Young leaders from Chatham High School participated in the 10th Annual Northeast U.S. Character Education Youth Leadership Summit, held December 1st at Russell Sage College in Troy. Students participated in workshops that revolved around the summit’s theme of “Dignity for All Students”, with topics ranging from student leadership to diversity and anti-bullying practices. Many area school districts also participated, allowing CHS students to interact and discuss pertinent school issues with other young leaders from around the capital district.
