Category: Archive
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Statement on filing Article 78 appeal
While the district would have liked Justice Hartman to order the temporary restraining order, we appreciate that she set an expedited briefing schedule, which could mean we get a final decision sooner than later. Another judge will now be assigned to the case and will consider whether Commissioner Rosa’s directive that the district eliminate its…
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District mourns loss of 2019 graduate Morgan Bates
The district is saddened to share that Morgan Bates, a 2019 CCS graduate, has passed away. Our thoughts are with Morgan’s family and friends during this difficult time. “Morgan always had a twinkle in her eye and was known for being spunky and having a big heart,” said Secondary Principal Caroline Goss. “As an educator,…
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Board of Education statement on appealing Commissioner Rosa’s decision
The Board of Education voted this evening to commence any appropriate legal action necessary to challenge Commissioner Rosa’s decision regarding the district’s nickname and imagery including, but not limited to, filing an appeal pursuant to Article 78 of the CPLR in Supreme Court, Albany County. The Board disagrees with Commissioner Rosa’s Decision No. 18058 and…
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District mourns passing of longtime employee and community member Dan Severson
It is with great sadness to share that longtime CCS employee Dan Severson passed away on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the age of 79. Dan, a member of the CCS class of 1960, dedicated much of his life to the district. For more than 30 years, Dan served the district in a number of capacities,…
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Statement from the Board of Education on Commissioner Rosa’s decision
Late yesterday afternoon, the Board of Education learned that Commissioner Rosa has sustained an appeal brought by several District residents on behalf of their children, effectively seeking the reinstatement of the Board’s resolution of June 17, 2021, when the Board voted to retire the “Indians” nickname and imagery. The Commissioner had issued an earlier interim…