American Lung Association / Tobacco Free Action Communities of Columbia & Greene Counties
Art Omi
Bank of Greene County
Benetech
Cardio Kickboxing
CDPHP
Chatham High School Ecology Club
Chatham High School Outing Club
Chatham High School SADD
Chatham High School Unity Club
Chatham Kids Club
Chatham Middle School Fishing Club
Chatham Middle School Manufacturing Club
Chatham Public Library
Chatham Rescue Squad
Chatham Village Historical Society
Chatham Yoga
Columbia County Department of Health
Columbia County Emergency Management
Columbia County Head Start
Columbia County Human Services
Columbia County Pathways to Recovery
Columbia County Threat Assessment Management
Columbia High School Robotics & STEAM
Columbia Opportunities
Columbia-Greene Addiction Coalition
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Craniosacral Therapy
Ever Lasting Hope Animal Rescue
Flying Deer Nature Center
Generosity Group of Columbia County
Greenport Rescue
Highmark Insurance
MED PTO
Morris Memorial
Nora Fenner Yoga - Identify, Release, Relax exercise
NYS Injury Prevention
NYS Police - car seat safety
Ooms Farm - baby goats
Our Community Cares
Renzo Gracie Latham Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Ripple Effects Spiritual Therapies
Rollin’ Sundaes
Roots Holistic Wellness
Smoking J’s BBQ
Sound Practitioner
Taconic North Jiu Jitsu
Te Ryu Dojo Karate
The Gnome Bistro
The Invitation to Change Approach - substance abuse support
The Sacred Well Goddess Temple and Healing Sanctuary - Ghent Reiki
The Well Functional Fitness
Top Form
Town of Chatham
Trowbridge Farm
Twin Counties Recovery Services
Spring sports sign ups start February 9 for JV/Varsity & February 23 for Modified at https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/chatham-athletics
CMS Spirit Week is Dec. 15-19!
Monday December 15th: “Holiday Long Winter’s Nap” - Be Kind to Yourself: Holiday Pajama Day!!!
Tuesday December 16th: “Santa’s Helper Day” - Always be Helpful to Others: Wear Hats from the North Pole: Wear an Elf, Santa, Reindeer, Big Winter Hat
Wednesday December 17th: “Holiday Spirit at CMS” - Any Holiday Clothes OR a Christmas Movie Character : Ugly Sweaters, Socks, Holiday Blazers, Holiday Leggings
Thursday December 18th: "Winter Wonderland” - White Out any Negativity: Wear WHITE ,Sparkles, Hats & Gloves
Friday December 19th: “His Heart Grew Three Sizes That Day!” - Stay Warm-Hearted: Grinch Day, Wear Grinch Outfits OR All Green Outfit
Canvas & Cookies has been cancelled for Saturday, December 13 due to low sign-ups. Be on the lookout in the new year for a new way to paint to support the Class of 2027!
Permission slips will be sent home tomorrow during homeroom. If it’s easier, you’re also welcome to simply email me (fortranb@chatham.k12.ny.us) or Ms. Rideout (rideoutm@chatham.k12.ny.us) your permission, and we will gladly accept that.
Session 1: 10-11AM (Geared for families with students in grades PreK - 5, but all are welcome!)
Session 2: 12 - 2PM (Geared for students in grades 6+ and adults)
Cost: $20 per painter (includes a canvas, art supplies, and treats)
All proceeds will benefit the Class of 2027. Cash or checks made out to "Class of 2027" may be sent to Elizabeth Pegarella, CHS room 103.
RSVP by December 5 using the Google Form linked below. We hope to see you there!
Link to include: https://bit.ly/CanvasCookies2025
On Friday, November 14 all 7th and 8th grade students will be traveling to the high school at 12:45 p.m. to watch a preview performance of Julius Caesar presented by Shakespeare & Company. Students will be dismissed directly from the high school at the end of the day—either to their buses or to walk home. If you plan to pick up your child, please make arrangements to do so from the high school.
MED & CMS faculty take on the CHS faculty in this annual showdown on the hardwood. Suggested donation is $3 students/$5 adults. Proceeds benefit our Class of 2029.
Friday, November 7 from 3-7 p.m..
Come out to the Dairy Queen in Ghent to help support the 7th grade. DQ is generously donating 20% of its proceeds during that time. Be sweet, grab a treat and help out with this worthy cause.
metrandoj@chatham.k12.ny.us
October- Bully Prevention Spirit Week is October 20-24!
Monday the 20th: Put Bullying to Rest : Pajama Day! Or Bed-head Hairstyles
Tuesday the 21st: Say Aloha to being an Ally to others : Hawaiian Day! Wear Floral Clothes!
Wednesday the 22nd: Unity Day : Wear Orange to show support and acceptance of each other
Thursday the 23rd: Be a hero for someone : Dress as a Character from a book, movie, show, etc.
Friday the 24th: CMS Stands Together: 6th grade wears white, 7th grade wears red, 8th grade wears black!
Auditions for this year’s CMS musical, Dear Edwina Jr., are
Tuesday, September 9 & Wednesday, September 10
CMS Auditorium
2:45 – 4:30 PM
All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are encouraged to audition - including fall athletes! We will work cooperatively with fall sports coaches to make participation possible. There are lots of roles available, so come join the fun!
Audition packets with important details are available for students to bring home. Please review them with a parent or guardian.
Students only need to attend one of the audition days and are asked to stay for the entire time if possible. There is NO 4:30 late bus, so please arrange your own transportation home or contact Mrs. Gelston about any conflicts.
Questions? Contact Director Tracy Gelston at gelstont@chatham.k12.ny.us.
Join the Dear Edwina Google Classroom:
Class Code: 62nsgel5
Find audition materials, schedules, rehearsal resources, and more!
We’re excited to see you at auditions this week!
Families, join our tradition of celebrating Chatham's first day of classes by emailing your first-day student photos to charbonneaua@chatham.k12.ny.us and we'll post them on our Facebook page. We love to see those smiling faces!
