Congratulations to the Class of 2009

The Class of 2009 joined the ranks of the 130 preceding classes as graduates of Canajoharie High School during the school's 131st Commencement held Friday, June 26 in the Arkell Performing Arts Center. (full story and photos)

Board of Ed selects new high school principal

The Board of Education has selected David E. Barnes to succeed Dr. Donald L. Bowden as principal of Canajoharie High School. Mr. Barnes is currently the assistant principal at Schoharie Junior/Senior High School. He will be appointed at the next board meeting on July 9.

Congrats Bethany!

Her teammates' best wishes paid off for Bethany Young at the state track meet in Liverpool, NY on Friday, June 12. Bethany placed fifth in the girls 100-meter hurdles small school finals. Congratulations!

Tragic tale of alcohol and vehicles—Day of the Dead

It began with Trista Ferrara. The Grim Reaper walked up behind her, tapped her on the shoulder, and handed her a black rose. She was "dead," the victim of an alcohol-related accident. She donned a black t-shirt and lied down inside a square marked out with red cones and yellow police tape in the middle of the school atrium. Two fellow students draped her body with a white sheet.

That same scene was played out 20 more times over the course of Canajoharie High School's annual Day of the Dead on Tuesday, June 2. Sponsored by Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), the event is a harsh reminder of the risks of alcohol and driving—an especially big concern during prom and graduation season. (full story and photos)

Swine flu update

To date, no cases of swine flu have been confirmed in our immediate area. Our administrators and health staff are aware of the symptoms and are monitoring student attendance and health complaints. Should we or any area school encounter swine flu, we will immediately notify parents. For more information concerning the disease, please visit the CDC swine flu website.