Cohen Elementary Bus Changes 2/10-2/13:
Afternoon bus run:
-103 students will be riding in the district vehicle White Tahoe
-Bus 95 students will be on Bus 103
Morning bus run:
-Bus 95 will be 103 for the remainder of the week and will be 5-10 minutes behind
Hello Cohen Cougar Families,
We hope you are staying warm and enjoyed a few days in the snow. Our February newsletter is ready! Please find the link below to read about upcoming events, important updates, and highlights from our school community.
Thank you for your continued support!
Link: https://sites.google.com/heightsschools.com/newsletter22026?usp=sharing
Reminders:
We are continuing our warm up to February Fashion month with our January Friday Fun (see attached photo).
NO SCHOOL Monday 1/19- Martin Luther King Day
Half Day Friday 1/23- PreK dismissal at 10:30, K-5th dismissal at 10:45
NO SCHOOL Monday 1/26 and Tuesday 1/27- Conference Days
Happy New Year to our Cougar Families!
Please see below for our January newsletter with upcoming events and information. We are glad to see everyone back from break and looking forward to all that is to come this year.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Newsletter link: https://sites.google.com/heightsschools.com/newsletter12026/home
Cohen Elementary concert reminders:
Thursday 12/4- 6PM Kindergarten and 1st grade
Monday 12/8- 6PM 2nd and 3rd grade
Wednesday 12/10-6PM 4th and 5th grade
All concerts are in our auditorium and doors 4 , 5 , and 6 will be open to enter the building
Dear Cohen Families,
This morning (12/1) our fire alarm went off unexpectedly. Our building was safely evacuated, the situation was assessed, and we have been cleared to return to learning. All students and staff are safe. Thank you for your understanding.
REMINDER:
Gertrude Hawk chocolate orders can be picked up on Monday, November 17 from 4:30 to 7 PM. Enter through door 4, proceed to the auditorium to pick up orders.
❄️ Today’s flurries are a good reminder that winter weather season is here! ☃️
As conditions change over the coming months, please make sure your contact information is up to date and that you’re familiar with how the district shares school closings or delay announcements.
We’ll always communicate weather-related updates through:
📲 District email, text, and phone alerts
🌐 Our district website and mobile app
📻 Local news outlets and our official social media pages
⚠️ Please note: We do not monitor or respond to direct messages sent to our school social media accounts.
If you have questions or concerns during the school day, please contact the main office of your child’s school or refer to the communication platforms listed above for updates.
Stay warm and stay connected, Heights community! 💙❄️
Picture Re-Take Day Information
Tomorrow, Thursday, November 6, 2025
Who can participate: Anyone may be photographed on Re-Take Day.
If you received printed photos:
Please return the original photo package to the photographer on Re-Take Day.
You may write notes or instructions directly on the package for the photographer.
Returning the original helps the photographer see the first portrait and make any needed adjustments.
If you did not order printed photos (digital only):
You do not need to bring anything; the photographer can look up your order.
For new orders:
Cash or check orders should be given to the photographer on Re-Take Day.
Online orders can be placed later using the online code found on your child’s proof sheet or digital proof.
**If your child was absent on the original picture day,
they will also have their picture taken**
Questions about your pictures…
call Upstate Images customer service 1-855-773-3321
UPDATE for BUS 103 ONLY:
Due to a shortage of drivers, we have had to make temporary adjustments to our routes this afternoon.
Bus 103 will be running 15-20 minutes late
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility!
Our November & December Newsletter is now available! 📬 Click the link below to stay up to date on all the upcoming events, including half days, parent-teacher conferences, and our festive holiday concerts. There’s a lot happening over the next few months—you won’t want to miss it!
https://sites.google.com/heightsschools.com/newsletter-112025/home
Go Cougars! 🐾
Harvest Parade-Family Information
Cohen Families are cordially invited to view our Harvest Parade on Friday, October 31st at 9:45AM. Please follow these guidelines:
Reminder: this is a half day of school. We will begin our dismissal at 10:45AM (K-5th) and 10:30AM (Pre-K).
Students will be out shortly after the conclusion of the parade for dismissal. We will not be allowing office pick-ups after the parade. Students can be dismissed as walkers to the playground for pick-up at 10:45 or parents/caregivers can wait for their child’s classroom to dismiss shortly thereafter. Please update your child’s teacher if they are having an alternate dismissal plan. We appreciate your attention to this matter as this will help us run this event safely and efficiently.
Teachers have already contacted parent helpers to assist with the party. If you were not contacted this time and are on the approved volunteer list, know that there will be future opportunities where the teacher may need your assistance.
Students are not to wear costumes to school. Costumes should be brought to school in a bag labeled by name, grade and teacher. Masks can be worn only during the parade. Costumes depicting violent themes are not permitted. Costume props such as knives, swords, guns, axes, liquid blood etc., must be left at home.
THE PARADE IS FOR GRADES PRE-K through 5th.
Due to a shortage of drivers, we will be making a few temporary bus adjustments tomorrow.
• Morning: Students who normally ride Bus 95 will be picked up by either Bus 101 or Bus 103. Please note that pickup times may be about 10 minutes later than usual.
• Afternoon: Bus 101 will be running approximately 10–15 minutes behind schedule.
We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure all students arrive safely.
PFO Cougar Costume Party Friday 10/24 6:00-7:30PM
October 13–17 is a time to thank the dedicated men and women who serve on our local Board of Education. Their leadership, vision, and countless volunteer hours help ensure every student has the opportunity to learn and succeed.
💙🧡 School board members set goals, shape policy, and make the tough decisions that keep our schools strong and our community thriving.
Join us in thanking our board members for their service and commitment to students, staff, and families in Elmira Heights Central School District! 🙌
#ReachNewHeights
Gertrude Hawk Order Form Drop-Off
October 14 & 15 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Cohen Elementary Lobby
Checks must be made payable to: Elmira Heights PFO
Need another order form? Contact the main office.
COHEN ELEMENTARY REMINDER FOR FRIDAY 10/10:
15 minute early release day- we will begin dismissal at 1:55PM
Picture Day!
Our PreK and Kindergarten students had a special visit from the Elmira Heights Fire Department! The children learned important fire safety tips, met real firefighters, and even had the chance to explore the fire truck up close. Experiences like this help our youngest learners understand how to stay safe while building connections with the community heroes who protect us every day.
