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Peru students publish first newsletter of the school year

Click here to view The Pride

TV, movie cameras no stranger to Peru Central alum

TV, movie cameras no stranger to Peru Central alum » Local News » Press-Republican.

Peru teen has Olympic dreams

Local teen has Olympic dreams » Local News » Press-Republican.

Peru principal taking top post at ELCS

Peru principal taking top post at ELCS » Local News » Press-Republican.

Walk or bike to School?

If you’re interested in discussing ways to improve walking and bicycling safety near and on Peru Central School campus please join other parents, School, Town and County personnel at the Town Hall (basement) on Tuesday, September 25that 7pm. For more information please call Adele Douglas at 643-7863.

Story Update: Peru Athletic Hall of Fame to have 6 new members – Read profiles and see photos

The Peru Athletic Hall of Fame will hold its annual induction ceremony on Saturday, September 29th at Cricketts Restaurant.  This year’s inductees include: Mike Hogan, Audrey Smith, Bob Finney, Julie Rock, Jephrey Doorey and Gary Edwards. The cost is $20. All family, friends and former athletes are encouraged to attend. RSVP by Monday, September 24th to […]

There will soon be 6 new members of the Peru Athletic Hall of Fame

The Peru Athletic Hall of Fame will hold its annual induction ceremony on Saturday, September 29th at Cricketts Restaurant.  This year’s inductees include: Mike Hogan, Audrey Smith, Bob Finney, Julie Rock, Jephrey Doorey and Gary Edwards. The cost is $20. All family, friends and former athletes are encouraged to attend. RSVP by Monday, September 24th to […]

Peru Central receives national award

By John T. Ryan Peru Central School was recognized as a College For Every Student (CFES) “School of Distinction” at the Tuesday, September 10, 2012 Board of Education meeting. CFES Program Director Steve Boyce (left) presented a banner to High School Principal Chris Mazella and faculty members (L-R) Jeanne Caron, Lisa Crain and Rosemary Manchester.

Upcoming tournament honors Mr. “B” and provides scholarships to Peru Central seniors

Over a career that spanned several decades, the late Leo Bourgeois or Mr. “B” as he was affectionately known, impacted the lives of hundreds of Peru Central School students, encouraging them to do their best and not to give up.  

Peru Central’s new leader learning

Peru Central’s new leader learning » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

State Ed: Marginal gains in scores for math, English

Capitol Confidential » State Ed: Marginal gains in scores for math, English.

Chazy High School among highest performing in the state » Local News » Press-Republican

CCRS High School among highest performing in the state » Local News » Press-Republican.

Peru Board of Education Meets June 26th at 6 PM; Unanticipated Seat Vacant on This Region’s BOCES

The Peru Central Board of Education will gather briefly on Tuesday, June 26th at 6 PM in the community room adjacent to the high school main entrance for a special meeting predominately focused on the unanticipated vacancy on this region’s BOCES [Board of Cooperative Educational Services]. At Tuesday night’s special meeting, Peru’s Board of Education […]

High school graduation rate data released; Overall rates improve slightly, but are still too low for NYS students to be competitive

From the NYS State Education Department The State Education Department (SED) today released high school graduation rates for the 2007 cohort (students who entered 9th grade in 2007).

Outgoing Board President Rod Driscoll to be recognized at Peru School Board meeting

Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its final regular monthly meeting for the school year on Tuesday, June 12th at 6 PM at the school district’s community room, adjacent to the main entrance of Peru High School.

Plattsburgh organization offers area teens leadership training, aerospace education, search and rescue skills

Peru High School has been a good experience for exchange student

By John T. Ryan

Tax-cap consequences: Districts worried about exhausting their fund balances within few years

Tax-cap consequences » Local News » Press-Republican.

Peru High School hosting 4th Annual Living History Day

On Friday, May 18th,

Peru Central budget passes, Morgan elected

Champlain Valley Regional Science Fair winners named – Peru students in 3rd place

Champlain Valley Regional Science Fair winners named » Local News » Press-Republican.

Area school leaders discuss sharing services

School leaders discuss sharing services » Local News » Press-Republican.

Two running for Peru Central School Board

Two running for Peru Central School Board » NEW TODAY… » Press-Republican.

Peru Central Code of Conduct to receive citizen review – Parents and others invited to 6 PM gatherings Mat 14th, 21st and 30th

School Board regular meeting of May 8th 
features public hearing on proposed 2012-2013 budget; The two Board candidates will have an opportunity to offer remarks

Peru Central’s Board of Education launches its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 8th at 6 PM at the school district’s community room, adjacent to the main entrance of Peru High School. An executive session associated with the performance history of particular employees and particular individuals being considered for employment, along with advice of counsel […]