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Superintendent Coffees Set

Sat, Feb 04, 2012

HCS Superintendent Dr. Diana Bowers will hold two coffees next week: at 9 a.m. Wednesday and 7 p.m. Thursday. Both are held in the school cafeteria, and the public is invited to attend.

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Hall of Honor Nominees Sought

Thu, Dec 01, 2011

The committee that selects inductees into the HCS Hall of Honor is once again seeking nominations for the 2012 class. Cut and past thi URL into your browser's address bar for details: http://www.hamiltoncentral.org/athletics.cfm?subpage=743679

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School Board Meets Tuesday

Sat, Nov 12, 2011

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HCS' Jarcho Honored

HCS' Jarcho Honored

Tue, Sep 27, 2011

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FFA Officer to Visit HCS

Fri, Sep 16, 2011

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School Board Meets Tuesday

Fri, Sep 16, 2011

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HCS Class of 2011 Becomes Alumni

HCS Class of 2011 Becomes Alumni

Sat, Jun 25, 2011

HCS awarded diplomas this afternoon and celebrated the accomplishments of some "hard workers, kind people and classy kids."

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State Says Some HCS Grads Not Ready for College

State Says Some HCS Grads Not Ready for College

Wed, Jun 15, 2011

A new report from the state Education Department says that while most 2010 HCS high school seniors graduated, some are not "college ready".

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HCS Changes Administrative Structure

HCS Changes Administrative Structure

Tue, Jun 14, 2011

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Riggies for Robby: Benefit Aids HCS Student

Riggies for Robby: Benefit Aids HCS Student

Mon, Jun 13, 2011

Hamilton turned out in force tonight to enjoy a chicken riggies dinner to show support for and aid an HCS student in his battle with a debilitating disease.

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HCS Celebrates May Jam

HCS Celebrates May Jam

Thu, May 26, 2011

Quidditch highlights celebration as HCS heads into the home stretch for another year.

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Board Meeting Date Changed

Wed, May 25, 2011

The June meeting of the HCS Board of Education has been changed from June 21 to Monday, June 13, at 7 p.m.

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Knights' Knook Open for Business

Knights' Knook Open for Business

Mon, May 02, 2011

The latest retail operation in the village is located in HCS and is operated by students.

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HCS Names Class of 2011 Top Scholars

HCS Names Class of 2011 Top Scholars

Wed, Apr 27, 2011

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CAP Aids Community Bikes Project

CAP Aids Community Bikes Project

Sun, Apr 17, 2011

The Community Action Partnership for Madison County has been an active partner with Community Bikes, says project coordinator Chuck Fox.

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HCS Elementary Scientists Display Their Works

HCS Elementary Scientists Display Their Works

Thu, Apr 14, 2011

Volcano. Tsunami. Earthquake. Just another HCS elementary school science fai.

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Colgate Contributes $300,000 More to HCS

Colgate Contributes $300,000 More to HCS

Tue, Apr 12, 2011

University "unprecedented' contribution restores 3.5 teaching positions and eases budget crunch.

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School Board Petitions Available

Tue, Mar 01, 2011

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HCS & Caz Students to Feud

Mon, Feb 21, 2011

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HCS Students' Works in EOH Show

HCS Students' Works in EOH Show

Sun, Feb 20, 2011

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HCS Teacher Honored

Mon, Jan 17, 2011

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Update: Possible Consolidation a Topic Special School Board Meeting Thursday

Sun, Jan 02, 2011

A special meeting of the Hamilton Central School Board of Education will be held on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the elementary school library. The board will discuss the possibility of commissioning a study on possible consolidation.

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1st Major Snow Closes HCS

Mon, Dec 06, 2010

The lake effect snow storm that dumped 5 to 6 inches of snow on the Greater Hamilton Metroplex has closed HCS for the day.

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School Board meeting Today

Mon, Nov 22, 2010

Hamilton Central School Board of Education will hold a special meeting today at 5:30 p.m. in the superintendent's office.

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Could Knights Become Warriors?

Wed, Oct 20, 2010

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Kraynak National Merit Semifinalist

Kraynak National Merit Semifinalist

Wed, Sep 15, 2010

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HCS Schedules Informational Coffees

HCS Schedules Informational Coffees

Mon, Sep 13, 2010

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Pils President of HCS Board; Davis VP

Pils President of HCS Board; Davis VP

Wed, Jul 14, 2010

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Field Notes: David Schutt for President

Field Notes: David Schutt for President

Sun, Jun 27, 2010

HCS educates a lot of good kids, including the Class of 2010 Valedictorian David School. Click on "Blogs" above and then choose "Field Notes" to read about him.

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Teachers, Principal Receive Tenure

Wed, May 19, 2010

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HCS Budget Details

Tue, May 04, 2010

Voters go to the polls in two weeks.

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Career Day Speakers Sought

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Do you have a career you’d like to share with HCS students? If so, you are invited to be a part of tthe school's Career Day. Counselors will survey all students about their areas of interest and have them visit a variety of their choices that day. If you are interested in sharing about your career, please contact Jessica Barnum or Courtney Simmons at 824-6327.

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School Merger Study About to Begin

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

After more than a year of conversation and waiting, it appears the study of merging the HCS and Morrisville-Eaton school districts could be getting under way in the new year.

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Teachers Contribute to Community Chest

Teachers Contribute to Community Chest

Thu, Dec 22, 2011

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Board to Discuss Shared Services

Tue, Nov 29, 2011

There will be an HCS Board of Education workshop Friday @ 7:30 a.m. in the high school library. The topic of discussion will be studying sharing services with other school districts and other entities.

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How HCS Kids Did on Math, English Test

Tue, Nov 15, 2011

Most of HCS' third through eighth graders demonstrate mastery of English and math based on their scores in standardized tests administered last spring. And, HCS scores better than most schools in the area and surpasses state averages.

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2% Tax Cap Is More Like 3 or So

Tue, Nov 15, 2011

At the HCS Board of Education meeting Tuesday night, there was talk of taxes and of a merger process stuck in neutral

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Two HCS Grads Raise Money in Marathon

Two HCS Grads Raise Money in Marathon

Tue, Nov 08, 2011

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HCS & Colgate Collect 750 lbs. of Food

HCS & Colgate Collect 750 lbs. of Food

Tue, Nov 01, 2011

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Kids in Costume on Parade

Kids in Costume on Parade

Mon, Oct 31, 2011

HCS holds annual fall costume parade through village

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Reminder: Almeda & Colgate Lacrosse Team Trick or Treat for Food Cupboard

Reminder: Almeda & Colgate Lacrosse Team Trick or Treat for Food Cupboard

Sun, Oct 30, 2011

Members of HCS' Almeda and members of the Colgate women's Lacrosse team are joining forces Monday night to trick or treat for the Food Cupboard. They will be going out about 4:30 p.m. People can donate non-perishable items such as canned goods, pasta, and cereal.

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Rob Cornell Runs for Michael J. Fox Foundation

Rob Cornell Runs for Michael J. Fox Foundation

Fri, Oct 28, 2011

Find out how to help Rob Cornell meet his fundraising goal

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Clubs Hold International Dinner

Mon, Oct 24, 2011

The HCS Spanish and French clubs will hold an international dinner Friday Nov. 4 in the HCS cafeteria from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. as a fundraiser for the Puerto Rico trip this April. Admission is: Children under 5 free, students $5, adults $8.

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HCS Proactive to Help Students

Wed, Oct 19, 2011

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School Board Meets Tuesday

Thu, Oct 13, 2011

Tuesday Agenda Includes: Merger Update, Budget Calendar, Online Courses & Analysis of Math & ELA Scores. See Details

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HCS Honor Society Inducts New Members

HCS Honor Society Inducts New Members

Wed, Oct 12, 2011

Sixteen juniors joined the ranks of the school's academic excellence organization

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HCS Students Honored for Academics

HCS Students Honored for Academics

Tue, Sep 27, 2011

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HCS' FFA Holds Fundraiser

Tue, Sep 13, 2011

The HCS chapter of the Future Farmers of America is selling mums, apples and cider to raise funds for club activities. The sale runs through Sept. 23, with deliveries Sept. 27. To place orders contact an FFA member or email the chapter's faculty adviser Johanna Bossard at: jbossard@hamiltoncentral.org or call 824-6300 (ext: 6386).

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First Day: HCS Gets School Year Stared in the Rain

First Day: HCS Gets School Year Stared in the Rain

Thu, Sep 08, 2011

The HCS 2011-2012 school year got off to a wet start today, but a start nonetheless. Several schools, including Sherburne-Earlville were closed because of the flooding.

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School Board Work Session Friday Morning

Wed, Sep 07, 2011

The HCS Board of Education holds a workshop session Friday, @ 7:30 a.m. in the high school library. The public is urged to attend.

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Meetings Focus on Tech Issues at HCS

Meetings Focus on Tech Issues at HCS

Thu, Aug 18, 2011

Parents need to attend meetings that explain issues of technology use and cyber-safety.

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Seven Join HCS Hall of Honor

Seven Join HCS Hall of Honor

Sat, Jul 02, 2011

The Class of 2011 joined the HCS Hall of Honor this afternoon, including one of the men who worked for its founding.

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HCS Graduates Win Awards

HCS Graduates Win Awards

Sat, Jun 25, 2011

Thirty-eight awards were handed out at the commencement of the HCS Class of 2011 today.

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Rotary Thanks Lutsic

Rotary Thanks Lutsic

Sat, Jun 25, 2011

Outgoing Hamilton Rotary President Tom Lutsic received an honorary Rotary gavel and a farewell cake from incoming President David Craine at this past week's meeting. HCS Secondary School Principal Lutsic is leaving to take a similar position in the Guilderland School District.

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Field Notes: HCS and Village Lose a Good Friend

Field Notes: HCS and Village Lose a Good Friend

Wed, Jun 22, 2011

Secondary School Principal Tom Lutsic was a victim of budget cuts and symbolic of politicians' efforts to demonize school administrators. His presence in the school and the community will be missed. Click on the "Blogs" tab above and go to Field Notes.

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Bowers Credits Teachers, Students, Staff, Community for Newsweek Ranking

Bowers Credits Teachers, Students, Staff, Community for Newsweek Ranking

Tue, Jun 21, 2011

HCS is listed 496th on Newsweek magazine's list of the 500 best high schools in the country. Superintendent says, "This honor truly illustrates the best in education today."

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Meet Soon-To-Be-HCS-Graduates

Sun, Jun 19, 2011

The HCS Class of 2011 graduates on Saturday. Meet the 51 soon-to-be-alumni.

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Library Holds Summer Reading Program

Library Holds Summer Reading Program

Mon, Jun 13, 2011

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Benefit Dinner for Robbie Britton Tonight

Mon, Jun 13, 2011

HCS hosts a chicken riggie dinner and magic by Matt Episcopo and silent auction Monday. Dinner: 5:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Magic Show 6:45 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Silent Auction 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m

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Golf Tournament Benefits Scholarship Fund

Mon, Jun 13, 2011

The Rider Blaine Halloran alumni golf tournament will be held Saturday, July 2 at Seven Oaks. The tournament is open to all HCS alums and friends, and benefits HCS students with scholarship money. Contact Willie Morris at 860-729-8148 or suddenservice@cox.net to sign up.

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With a 'Cluck. Cluck' Here, HCS Holds Farm Days

With a 'Cluck. Cluck' Here, HCS Holds Farm Days

Thu, Jun 09, 2011

HCS Ag program and FFA introduce animals and more to classmates at Farm Days.

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HCS Farm Day Open to Public

Mon, Jun 06, 2011

The agriculture classes and Hamilton FFA are holding Farm Days at the school on Thursday. coordinating the event. There will be various farm animals set up in the front lawn of the school from 9 a.m. to -1p.m. Students will be able to interact with and learn about these animals, as well as participate in a mini tractor pull. The event is open to the public.

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VanAuken is Top Lumberjack

Sun, May 29, 2011

HCS graduate Schulyer VanAuken won the recent Northeast collegiate championship at the annual spring Stihl Tmbersports. VanAuken is a student at Paul Smith's College. He will compete in the national championships in August.

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HCS Hall of Honor 2011 Inductees Named

Sat, May 28, 2011

A college president, a former mayor, a Presbyterian minister and doctor and an online business owner are among those in the third class of inductees to the HCS Hall of Honor.

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Bowers Thanks Community

Mon, May 23, 2011

"Our students ... are fortunate to have so many caring individuals and Community Partners that aren’t willing to compromise this important time in their lives."

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HCS Budget Passes Easily

Tue, May 17, 2011

All HCS propositions -- including the budget -- are approved easily. Ingrid Hale & Bud Ballinger III are elected to the board.

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HCS Budget, Board Vote Tues.

Sun, May 15, 2011

HCS District residents go to the polls Tuesday to elect two members to the Board of Education and to decide on the 2011-2012 budget.

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Class of '81 Plans Reunion 30th

Wed, May 11, 2011

The Hamilton Class of ’81 is planning their 30th Reunion July 2-4. For information, please contact Susan Roe at HCS_81@mindspring.com

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Special School Board Meeting

Mon, May 02, 2011

A special meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. The topic of discussion in executive session is contract negotiations.

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School Budget Hearing May 10

Sun, May 01, 2011

The annual HCS budget hearing will be held on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium. The public is invited to attend. The vote on the budget and two Board of Education seats is Tuesday, May 17 from noon to 8 p.m.

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Theater Shows Shakespeare

Theater Shows Shakespeare

Mon, Apr 25, 2011

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FFA Invites Alumni to Banquet

FFA Invites Alumni to Banquet

Mon, Apr 25, 2011

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HCS Approves Budget

Wed, Apr 20, 2011

The proposed 2011-2012 HCS spending plan of $11.7 million approved today is just 3.42 percent over the current budget and the tax levy is held under 3 percent.

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Davis Won't Run for HCS Board

Tue, Apr 12, 2011

Gail Davis tonight confirmed she won't seek reelection to her seat on the HCS Board of Education.

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Ballinger Seeks HCS Board Seat

Sun, Apr 10, 2011

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HCS Budget Meeting Tues.

Sat, Apr 09, 2011

There will be a public information meeting to discuss the HCS 2011-12 tentative budget. The meeting will be held in the HCS auditorium at 7p.m. Tuesday.

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Forum on HCS Meeting Postponed

Mon, Apr 04, 2011

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HCS State Aid Picture Better

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Good news out of Albany for HCS? Sort of. Loss of state aid reduced by $90,000.

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HCS Musical Praised

HCS Musical Praised

Mon, Mar 28, 2011

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HCS Budget Development Continues

HCS Budget Development Continues

Sun, Mar 27, 2011

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Anything Goes Sets Sail Friday

Anything Goes Sets Sail Friday

Tue, Mar 22, 2011

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Masquers 'Anything Goes' Opens Friday

Masquers 'Anything Goes' Opens Friday

Sat, Mar 19, 2011

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HCS Budget Cuts Include Positions

Thu, Mar 17, 2011

As the HCS budget process continues, the elimination of five and a half positions appears likely.

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Who's Who On & Off Stage for Anything Goes at HCS

Tue, Mar 15, 2011

The musical Anything Goes sets sail March 25 and 26 at HCS, and putting it all together is a group effort ... a big group effort.

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Updated: Insult to Injury: HCS Faces Another State Aid Cut

Tue, Mar 08, 2011

If it isn't bad enough that Gov. Cuomo is slashing state aid to schools, he is now reallocating what is left. In the end, HCS faces a loss for the 2011-2012 budget of about $1 million.

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Hamilton Buried; Colgate Opens Late

Hamilton Buried; Colgate Opens Late

Mon, Mar 07, 2011

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Special School Board Meeting

Wed, Mar 02, 2011

A special meeting of the HCS Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 6 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. The topic of Discussion is "news from Albany." The regular meeting of the board is March 15 at 7 p.m.

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Library Closes Early

Fri, Feb 25, 2011

The Hamilton Public Library closed at 3:30 pm today. The Pajama Story Time has been postponed to a later date.

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Meeting About HCS Future Feb. 28

Sun, Feb 20, 2011

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Meet All HCS Senior Athletes

Meet All HCS Senior Athletes

Fri, Feb 18, 2011

HCS' winter sports teams have recognized their seniors before their last home games recently. Meet them all!

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HCS Teams Sweep!

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

Tonight the HCS hockey team won 7-0, the boys basketball team won 61-44 and the girls basketball team won 69-16! Details of this big-time hat trick are in the works. Go Knights!

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Kraynak National Merit Finalist

Kraynak National Merit Finalist

Fri, Feb 11, 2011

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Blackford Induction March 20

Blackford Induction March 20

Thu, Jan 27, 2011

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HCS Coffee Tonight

Wed, Jan 26, 2011

Dr. Diana Bowers, superintendent of HCS, holds a informational coffee to explain the consolidation study Thursday at 7p.m. at the school.

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CORRECTION: HCS' Koen Receives Receives Naval Academy Nomination

Tue, Jan 25, 2011

CORRECTION: Due to incorrect information supplied to RFH, we reported that Nicholas Koen, a senior at HCS, has received a nomination to attend the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. In fact, Koen He was nominated by Rep. Bill Owens for an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, MD.

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HCS Holds Informational Coffees

Thu, Jan 20, 2011

HCS Superintendent Dr. Diana Bowers will hold two informational coffees: at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, and Thursday, January 27 at 7 pm. Both are in the elementary school library,

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School Board Meeting Moved to Wednesday

Tue, Jan 18, 2011

The HCS Board of Education meeting scheduled for tonight has been postponed until Wednesday at 7 p.m. It will be held in the school auditorium.

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HCS Teachers Boost Community Chest

HCS Teachers Boost Community Chest

Mon, Dec 13, 2010

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HCS Hall of Honor Seeks Nominations

HCS Hall of Honor Seeks Nominations

Sun, Dec 12, 2010

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Jazz Band Prepares for Concert

Jazz Band Prepares for Concert

Thu, Nov 11, 2010

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HCS Abuzz With Costume Capers!

HCS Abuzz With Costume Capers!

Fri, Oct 29, 2010

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Trick or Treat for Food Cupboard

Fri, Oct 29, 2010

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Race to the Top Winnings Not That Much

Tue, Oct 19, 2010

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Honor Society Inducts New Members

Honor Society Inducts New Members

Thu, Oct 14, 2010

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Class of 2011 Begins Senior Year

Class of 2011 Begins Senior Year

Tue, Sep 07, 2010

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HCS Opens School Year Tuesday

Mon, Sep 06, 2010

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Businesses Challenge School Taxes

Businesses Challenge School Taxes

Tue, Aug 24, 2010

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Windmill Rises at HCS

Windmill Rises at HCS

Sat, Aug 07, 2010

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Hall of Honor Adds Six More

Hall of Honor Adds Six More

Sat, Jul 03, 2010

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HCS Class of 2010 Sent on Its Way

HCS Class of 2010 Sent on Its Way

Sat, Jun 26, 2010

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Meet the HCS Class of 2010

Thu, Jun 24, 2010

The HCS Class of 2010 graduates Saturday. See the soon to be alumni.

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Fathers Feted @ Fly-In Feast!

Fathers Feted @ Fly-In Feast!

Sun, Jun 20, 2010

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HCS Elementary Students Have a Field Day

HCS Elementary Students Have a Field Day

Sat, Jun 19, 2010

With another school year winding down, HCS elementary school students celebrated with a field day of outdoor fun Friday. Not surprisingly, one of the more popular events was the dunking tank, which feature Principal Kevin Ellis (pictured).

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School District Thanks Sandra Carter

School District Thanks Sandra Carter

Wed, Jun 16, 2010

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Jazz Cafe Friday at Palace

Jazz Cafe Friday at Palace

Thu, Jun 10, 2010

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HCS Students 'Perfect' at Festival

Wed, Jun 02, 2010

A number of HCS music students participated in the NYSSMA Festival in Norwich recently. Three students out of 30 who performed received perfect scores on the most difficult level of music: Dana Bowers on voice, Izzy Herold on viola, and Keslie Nolen on tenor sax playing a duet with Sherburne-Earlville student Chris Weinell on alto sax.

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HCS Budget Passes Easily; Johnson & Pils Elected

HCS Budget Passes Easily; Johnson & Pils Elected

Tue, May 18, 2010

The HCS 2010-2011 budget passed 365-162 tonight. And, first-time candidate Molly Johnson (in photo) was overwhelmingly elected with 421 votes. Incumbent Bob Pils was returned to office with 283. Details to come.

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Residents Meet School Board Candidates

Residents Meet School Board Candidates

Thu, May 13, 2010

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HCS Inducts Six into Hall of Honor

HCS Inducts Six into Hall of Honor

Sat, May 08, 2010

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HCS Students Show Off Science & Tech Skills

HCS Students Show Off Science & Tech Skills

Thu, Apr 15, 2010

Magnets. Slinkys. Mold. Dinosaurs. And, of course, volcanoes filled the HCS cafeteria Wednesday. It was the elementary school's annual Science & Technology Fair.

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Prom Entertainment NOT canceled

Wed, Apr 14, 2010

HCS Secondary Principal Tom Lutsic this morning confirmed that the appearance by the band Lovesick Radio and the "Invade Your Prom" event by KISS-FM have not been canceled. The very active rumor mill has suggested the entertainment was canceled. That is not true. Lutsic said he had no idea how the rumor got started.

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Student Video Wins Band for Prom

Student Video Wins Band for Prom

Fri, Apr 09, 2010

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School Board Adopts Budget

School Board Adopts Budget

Wed, Apr 07, 2010

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Into The Woods Cast Members Honored

Into The Woods Cast Members Honored

Wed, Apr 07, 2010

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HCS Newsletters Available Here

Sun, Apr 04, 2010

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UPDATE: Hamilton Video Leads, But Margin is Shrinking

UPDATE: Hamilton Video Leads, But Margin is Shrinking

Sun, Mar 28, 2010

Emily Truett, who crafted the video seeking a band for prom, reports that while Hamiton leads other schools in the voting, HCS is now just ahead by 6 percentage points. Voting continues through 2 p.m. Friday.

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Field Notes: HCS Video Goes Viral

Wed, Mar 24, 2010

New blog, Field Notes, bows with a look and music, contests, technology and Beech Nut gum.

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