Chester Academy students design pan flutes using AutoCAD Chester Academy students from music teacher Deb Hyseni’s seventh-grade general music class recently worked alongside juniors... Local News 16 Nov 2024 | 08:10
David Baldwin will teach the class “Calligraphy – the Art of Lettering,” starting Nov. 13. ( Photo provided) Learn the art of calligraphy Calligraphy is the art of lettering. Throughout history, calligraphy has been part of formal documentation such as scripture,... News 05 Nov 2024 | 08:10
Chester Academy’s National Honor Society inductees before the ceremony. ( Photo provided) 13 Chester Academy students Inducted into National Honor Society The newest members of the National Honor Society (NHS) at Chester Academy were on stage, passing the torch and lighting candles... Local News 23 Oct 2024 | 08:20
Nicole DeSousa joins the CUFSD family. ( Photo provided) Nicole DeSousa named leader of CUFSD Business Office Nicole DeSousa has officially joined the Chester Union Free School District as assistant superintendent for Business, succeeding... Local News 22 Oct 2024 | 04:14
Chester students learn about fire safety On October 11, the students at Chester Elementary school got a lesson on fire safety from all three firehouses that serve... Local News 17 Oct 2024 | 08:10
April Kurtz. ( Photo provided) Chester resident discovers her calling Inspired to find an ideal avenue to fulfill a compelling need to help others, SUNY Orange occupational therapy assistant... Local News 16 Oct 2024 | 08:20
L-R: Jenelle Hindell, James McArdle, and Lina Polchinski . ( Photos courtesy the Goshen Central School District) Goshen school district welcomes new staff The Goshen Central School District recently welcomed three new members to its administrative team. Jenelle Hindell is the... Local News 02 Oct 2024 | 11:38
Identifying reading challenges in children Reading is often considered the single most important skill for acquiring knowledge and developing critical thinking abilities.... Letters to the Editor 19 Aug 2024 | 12:44
Chester Academy teaching staff celebrate Amy Reid (center, in black), for her award win. ( Photo provided) Chester Academy special education teacher honored Chester Academy special education teacher Amy Reid, was recently recognized for her teaching skills with the 2024 Mid-Hudson... Local News 17 Jun 2024 | 10:15
SUNY Orange. SUNY Orange receives $1.21M SUNY DSP grant SUNY Orange has received a nearly $1.21 million grant from the State University of New York (SUNY), in partnership with the... News 02 Apr 2024 | 04:54
Jay Westerveld will discuss local wildlife and some of our most misunderstood creatures. Earth Day talk to focus on regional biodiversity What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by learning how to better appreciate our local wildlife? On Saturday, April 20,... Entertainment 01 Apr 2024 | 01:55
Johnson has been with the district for five years. ( Photo courtesy of Goshen High School) GHS tech teacher named ‘Regional Teacher of the Year’ Goshen High School technology and industrial arts teacher Dillon Johnson, an educator who has been with the district for... Local News 20 Mar 2024 | 02:05
Chester school district’s Mock Trial team performed at a regional competition on March 16. ( Photo courtesy of Sean Cunningham) Mock Trial team moves to semifinals The Chester Union Free School District’s Mock Trial team competed in the Orange County tournament on Saturday, March 16.... Local News 20 Mar 2024 | 12:51
CA students explore new opportunities The new Chester Academy Makerspace has been a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation, serving as a multi-purpose area that... Local News 13 Mar 2024 | 12:36
Kids enjoying learning at Camp Invention. ( Photo by Michael Thornburg) ‘Camp Invention’ coming to Chester Elementary Camp Invention, a nonprofit summer enrichment camp program, is coming to Chester Elementary School the week of July 8. A program... Local News 06 Mar 2024 | 02:43
