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  • Salvation Army Back to School Carnival on Aug. 30

    The Herkimer Salvation Army is hosting a Back to School Carnival 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30 at 431 N. Prospect St., Herkimer. There will be kids' games, popcorn, lots of fun, and back-to-school supplies.

    Friday, Aug 29 2025

  • Many Central Valley BOCES students to start the year...

    Central Valley is excited to announce that many of our students will step into a renovated WEB Complex at Herkimer BOCES when school starts. The WEB now boasts new classrooms, more offices, security system Post Now upgrades, air conditioning and more. "Central Valley is the largest component district and sends the most students to BOCES programs. We are excited that they will be able to learn in these renovated facilities," said Central Valley Superintendent Jeremy Rich. "Equally important, the renovations will allow BOCES to serve an ever-growing population of students who need their services—services that we cannot provide in-district." With completion of Phase I, BOCES shifts to Phase II of their capital project. This work, projected to finish December 2027, will make upgrades to Pathways Academy and continue work at the WEB Read the full story

    Thursday, Aug 28 2025

  • New Community Fitness Center hours begin Sept. 4

    Beginning Thursday, Sept. 4, the CVA Fitness Center hours for the community will be: Monday – 4-8 p.m. Tuesday – 6-8 p.m. Wednesday – 4-8 p.m. Thursday – 6-8 p.m. Friday – 6-8 p.m.

    Thursday, Aug 28 2025

  • Sept. 5 CVA vs. South Jefferson football to livestream

    NBC Watertown will livestream the CVA vs. South Jefferson varsity football game at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5. To watch, just click this link: https://www.youtube.com/@nbcwatertown .

    Wednesday, Aug 27 2025

  • PK Practice Bus Run on Wed., Aug. 27

    Central Valley PreK students and their parents are invited to ride the bus together on Wednesday, Aug. 27. The bus will stop at each student's assigned pick-up spot at the assigned time. Parents and students will ride to Fisher Elementary School, then ride back home. Bus information was sent to all families via ParentSquare. If you did not receive that information, please contact the bus garage at 315-866-2140.

    Friday, Aug 22 2025

  • Look your best for the start of school with a CCS Su...

    Connected Community Schools wants your student look their best when school starts in September - so they are offering free haircuts 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25 at Barringer Road Elementary School. This is open to all Central Valley students. Appointments are required and will be scheduled on a first-come first-served basis. Click here to request a slot . A big thank you to Honey Locs Salon and other area stylists. For questions, please reach to Paola Coe at 315-985-0524.

    Monday, Aug 18 2025

  • Connected Community Schools at Ilion Library next week

    Tuesday, August 19 is Summer Chat & Check-In 11 a.m.-none at the Ilion Free Library. Simply stop in for a chat and touch base with Site Coordinator Donna Senko for help with any needs.  For questions, reach out to Site Coordinator Donna Senko at 315-985-0908. Click here to register .

    Tuesday, Aug 12 2025

  • CLOSED: Fitness Center

    Due to the construction site, the Fitness Center is CLOSED to the community effective immediately . T his action is necessary for the safety of the workers and our community members working out.  The Fitness Center will reopen at the beginning of the school year on September 4th. Thank you for your understanding.

    Tuesday, Aug 12 2025

  • From Superintendent Rich – A New District-Wide Appro...

    Dear Central Valley Families, As we prepare to begin a new school year, I want to take a moment to talk about an issue that is affecting schools across the nation and that topic is chronic absenteeism . When a student misses more than 18 days of school per year , they are considered chronically absent according to the NYS Education Department . That may not sound like a lot, but it breaks down to just two days a month , and the effects on learning, connection, and future success are significant. In addition, Chronic lateness is equally concerning. Being late repeatedly not only disrupts a student’s learning but also affects the classroom as a whole. This year, Central Valley is launching a K-12 attendance initiative with the goal of educating families and students on what chronic absenteeism is, why it matters, and how we will work together to improve it. Why Attendance Matters Students who attend school regularly are more likely to: Stay on track academically Build strong peer and teacher relationships Feel more connected to school life Graduate on time and succeed beyond school Good attendance sets the foundation for long-term success and as a district; we are committed to doing everything we can to support students and families in making this a priority. Our Approach  We understand that change doesn’t happen overnight. This will be an ongoing, multi-year effort that builds with time. While this initiative starts now, we will continue to add layers each year. This is not just a Central Valley issue; it is one that schools everywhere are facing. Together, we can begin to change the culture around attendance. This year’s steps include: Elementary Level (PreK–8)  Positive incentives for strong attendance : Students at these levels respond well to rewards, and we plan to celebrate good attendance with engaging, age-appropriate incentives. High-interest electives and activities  will continue to be expanded to make school more engaging and something students look forward to each day. High School Level  Start Time Accountability:  Students must be in the building before  7:30 AM.  We have observed a growing trend of students arriving late because of long lines at their favorite coffee shop . Starting this year, students may not bring purchased morning drinks and food (coffees, teas, frozen drinks, sandwiches, donuts, etc.) into the school after 7:30 AM.  Students who arrive early (doors open at 7:00 AM) may still bring them. Tied to Participation:  Attendance and punctuality will be directly connected to participation in extracurricular activities: If a student is late without an excused reason , they may not participate in or attend any club, sport, or arts related activity that day. Students who exceed five unexcused absences, five unexcused lates, or a combination totaling more than five in a quarter may be withheld from school events , including dances, trips, proms, and senior events. This resets at the beginning of each quarter. BOCES & CTE Students  Students attending BOCES CTE or ReadiTech programs must understand that more than 20 absences will result in loss of credit,  which could affect graduation and certification progress. In addition, the student will no longer be able to attend BOCES, will return to CVA, and will be enrolled in regular classes. Ongoing Communication & Support Throughout the school year: Attendance letters will be sent home regularly to keep families informed about their child’s attendance and lateness totals. I will be sending ongoing communication via newsletters, emails, and district updates via Parent Square messages to reinforce the importance of being in school on time, every day. We recognize that every family’s situation is unique, and we are here to support you. This is not about punishment; it is about raising awareness, setting expectations, and working together to help our students succeed. We will not solve this issue in one year, but we are committed to addressing it year after year, piece by piece. Let us work together to build a culture where school attendance is valued, supported, and celebrated. Thank you for your partnership, Jeremy M. Rich Superintendent Central Valley School District

    Thursday, Aug 07 2025

  • Looking for community partners to come together for ...

    Central Valley Connected Community Schools is looking for organizations and groups that would like to partner with their Connected Summer Haircuts event at Barringer Road Elementary School. The event will be held on Monday, August 25 from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Take advantage of this opportunity to showcase what your organization or group has to offer Central Valley families by reserving your table today! Questions? Contact Paola Coe at 315.985.0524. Scan the QR Code below to register your organization or group.  

    Saturday, Aug 02 2025