Senior Spotlight
Ethan Fries
Class of 2026
Ethan Fries
Class of 2026
Senior Spotlight
Heavin Warner
Class of 2026
Heavin Warner
Class of 2026
Senior Spotlight
Joe Wojciechowski
Class of 2026
Joe Wojciechowski
Class of 2026
Senior Spotlight
Jordyn Radomski
Class of 2026
Jordyn Radomski
Class of 2026
Senior Spotlight
Emilee Dempsey
Class of 2026
Emilee Dempsey
Class of 2026
🌟Community Update from Cuba Rushford Elementary🌟
Hello, Cuba Rushford staff, parents, and community members!
We’re excited to share some important updates regarding the upcoming Capital Project at our elementary school! If you’ve been by the school lately, you may have noticed some preparations for the work beginning in May.
🔧 Energy Project Starts – Week of May 4
Miller Construction Services will kick off site preparation and topsoil removal at the back athletic fields. Fencing will be put up in this area, and contractor trucks will primarily enter from Bull Street.
🛑 Asbestos Abatement Work Underway
As part of our capital improvements, we’re also performing asbestos abatement in designated areas. Rest assured, all necessary safety measures are in place, and the work is strictly regulated. Informational postings will be visible in our building to keep you informed.
🚸 Fencing and Student/Parent Travel
You’ll notice a fence around the first playground, but it will remain open throughout the project. Arrival and dismissal processes will stay the same, though we will have fencing in place to guide students to the correct areas.
🌐 Capital Project Website Coming Soon
A dedicated Capital Project website will launch by June, where you can access ongoing updates and resources.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we move forward with this important project. We’ll keep you updated on timelines and progress!
Hello, Cuba Rushford staff, parents, and community members!
We’re excited to share some important updates regarding the upcoming Capital Project at our elementary school! If you’ve been by the school lately, you may have noticed some preparations for the work beginning in May.
🔧 Energy Project Starts – Week of May 4
Miller Construction Services will kick off site preparation and topsoil removal at the back athletic fields. Fencing will be put up in this area, and contractor trucks will primarily enter from Bull Street.
🛑 Asbestos Abatement Work Underway
As part of our capital improvements, we’re also performing asbestos abatement in designated areas. Rest assured, all necessary safety measures are in place, and the work is strictly regulated. Informational postings will be visible in our building to keep you informed.
🚸 Fencing and Student/Parent Travel
You’ll notice a fence around the first playground, but it will remain open throughout the project. Arrival and dismissal processes will stay the same, though we will have fencing in place to guide students to the correct areas.
🌐 Capital Project Website Coming Soon
A dedicated Capital Project website will launch by June, where you can access ongoing updates and resources.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we move forward with this important project. We’ll keep you updated on timelines and progress!
Senior Spotlight
Joey Enzinna
Class of 2026
Joey Enzinna
Class of 2026
Join us for an evening of creativity and talent at the Cuba-Rushford School Middle-High School Coffee House Night and Art Show! On May 5, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM, we would like to invite you to celebrate the incredible work of our talented middle and high school students! From stunning visual art displays to live musical performances in a cozy coffee house atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Bring your friends and family and support our young musicians and artists as they share their creativity with the community! We hope to see you there!
Bring your friends and family and support our young musicians and artists as they share their creativity with the community! We hope to see you there!
Dear Cuba-Rushford Parents and Community Members,
Due to ongoing work associated with our capital project, the District will designate Friday, May 22, 2026, as an emergency closure day. This change is necessary to allow for critical work related to our facilities, including the relocation of certain staff to areas outside of active construction zones.
In order to complete this work safely and efficiently, portions of the building and key systems will need to be accessed and, at times, taken offline, making it impractical to operate the school as usual.
While we recognize that changes to the calendar can be inconvenient, especially leading into the Memorial Day weekend, this work is essential to maintaining a safe and organized learning environment as our project progresses. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we continue to invest in the long-term infrastructure of our schools.
There will be no school for students on Friday, May 22, 2026. All after-school activities and events scheduled for that day will be canceled or rescheduled.
Thank you very much.
Carlos Gildemeister
Superintendent of Schools
Cuba-Rushford District
585-968-2650 ext. 4426
Due to ongoing work associated with our capital project, the District will designate Friday, May 22, 2026, as an emergency closure day. This change is necessary to allow for critical work related to our facilities, including the relocation of certain staff to areas outside of active construction zones.
In order to complete this work safely and efficiently, portions of the building and key systems will need to be accessed and, at times, taken offline, making it impractical to operate the school as usual.
While we recognize that changes to the calendar can be inconvenient, especially leading into the Memorial Day weekend, this work is essential to maintaining a safe and organized learning environment as our project progresses. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we continue to invest in the long-term infrastructure of our schools.
There will be no school for students on Friday, May 22, 2026. All after-school activities and events scheduled for that day will be canceled or rescheduled.
Thank you very much.
Carlos Gildemeister
Superintendent of Schools
Cuba-Rushford District
585-968-2650 ext. 4426
Senior Spotlight
Kaleigh Finnemore
Class of 2026
Kaleigh Finnemore
Class of 2026
#mycrcs
📣 Community Announcement: Capital Project Update 🏗️
We are excited to share that our capital project will begin this May! 🎉 The majority of the construction will take place at the Elementary School.
To ensure student safety and allow continued outdoor activities, Cuba-Rushford will be installing a fence in front of the elementary building. This will allow upper elementary students to continue enjoying recess during construction ✅.
🚧 Please note:
The older students’ playground will be temporarily closed
The outdoor basketball hoop will also be unavailable during construction
We appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we work to improve our facilities for students and the community 💙. More updates will be shared as the project progresses!
We are excited to share that our capital project will begin this May! 🎉 The majority of the construction will take place at the Elementary School.
To ensure student safety and allow continued outdoor activities, Cuba-Rushford will be installing a fence in front of the elementary building. This will allow upper elementary students to continue enjoying recess during construction ✅.
🚧 Please note:
The older students’ playground will be temporarily closed
The outdoor basketball hoop will also be unavailable during construction
We appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we work to improve our facilities for students and the community 💙. More updates will be shared as the project progresses!
Friendly reminder from CA Boces. Due to having two over the last month in Cattaraugus County, we felt was a good time to cover tornado safety. Here is how our counties rank by the greatest number of tornados in New York State: Allegany (12), Cattaraugus (10), Chautauqua (3), and Erie (4).
Hello Rebels,
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 28 of The Maggie and Mr. Cap Show! Get ready for an electrifying episode as Mr. Jordan joins us to explore the fascinating history and current impact of CRCS Outdoors. This remarkable program has captured national attention since 2021. You won’t want to miss the chance to hear some of this season's best highlights along with Mr. Jordan's most cherished memories. Tune in now for an unforgettable podcast experience that you won't regret!
https://wakelet.com/wake/k2QLwt4WX_oBQjZXsHi7g
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 28 of The Maggie and Mr. Cap Show! Get ready for an electrifying episode as Mr. Jordan joins us to explore the fascinating history and current impact of CRCS Outdoors. This remarkable program has captured national attention since 2021. You won’t want to miss the chance to hear some of this season's best highlights along with Mr. Jordan's most cherished memories. Tune in now for an unforgettable podcast experience that you won't regret!
https://wakelet.com/wake/k2QLwt4WX_oBQjZXsHi7g
📚💡 A powerful reminder for educators, leaders, and teams everywhere: inspire curiosity ✨ and shared purpose 🤝, and incredible things happen 🌱🌊
🍎 FREE SUMMER MEALS ARE COMING!
Our district participates in the USDA Summer Food Service Program
All kids & teens 18 and under can receive:
✅ FREE healthy meals
✅ No sign-up required
✅ No paperwork
✅ Just show up and eat!
Nutritious meals help kids stay active, healthy, and ready to learn all summer long.
📍 Location, dates, and times coming soon!
Our district participates in the USDA Summer Food Service Program
All kids & teens 18 and under can receive:
✅ FREE healthy meals
✅ No sign-up required
✅ No paperwork
✅ Just show up and eat!
Nutritious meals help kids stay active, healthy, and ready to learn all summer long.
📍 Location, dates, and times coming soon!
ALICE Training Opportunity – Open to Regional Partners
We are hosting ALICE Training and are excited to help extend this opportunity to other school districts and local law enforcement partners who may be interested in participating in future sessions.
ALICE Training provides practical, options‑based strategies focused on preparedness, communication, and coordinated response during emergency situations. These trainings are valuable for educators, administrators, support staff, and police departments working collaboratively to enhance safety across our communities.
If your district or department is interested in attending or partnering on an upcoming ALICE Training, please reach out for more information. We believe strongly in working together to strengthen safety and preparedness throughout our region.
We are hosting ALICE Training and are excited to help extend this opportunity to other school districts and local law enforcement partners who may be interested in participating in future sessions.
ALICE Training provides practical, options‑based strategies focused on preparedness, communication, and coordinated response during emergency situations. These trainings are valuable for educators, administrators, support staff, and police departments working collaboratively to enhance safety across our communities.
If your district or department is interested in attending or partnering on an upcoming ALICE Training, please reach out for more information. We believe strongly in working together to strengthen safety and preparedness throughout our region.
Join us for a spring card-making class on May 19th from 6-8 at the CRE Library. This free class is for community members ages 12 and up. You can use the registration link, as space is limited. Click the link below to register for the class.
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During the month of March, we celebrated students that demonstrated the Character Trait of Honesty. Students that were nominated received recognition from the building, a certificate, and a Character Cookie. We also enjoyed a performance by 5th graders who participated in Character Education, which was led by Mrs. Berardi! We also recognized students that participated in the monthly reading challenge. Students that completed the challenge received a certificate, a PAW, and were able to participate in a Spring Jeopardy Game! Students that completed the bonus question were entered into a drawing to win a gift certificate from Six South, and five lucky students won! Thanks, Six South!
