Charles F. Johnson Jr. Elementary

More than 230 students from CFJ, along with their families, came together for Library Night Out. The theme for the night was “Reading Is Food for Your Brain,” and it was full of f...

CFJ third graders recently took a field trip to an Introduction to the Orchestra concert performed by the Binghamton Youth Symphony Orchestra. Students enjoyed hearing the differe...

Mrs. Jessica Buchman’s CFJ kindergartners teamed up with Mrs. Sarah Snyder’s fourth graders for their monthly STEM challenge, and the excitement was hard to miss. This month’s mi...

First graders in Therese Yacobelli’s class had fun putting their learning to work by building leprechaun traps for St. Patrick’s Day. As part of their STEM activities, students ac...

The Sled Dogs of Smokey Hill brought an unforgettable burst of excitement to the CFJ first graders on Monday, March 9th. Dale and Mary Pitcher, joined by a team of dedicated Siber...

Welcoming Our Newest Tigers: Kindergarten Registration a Success! The district recently hosted its annual Kindergarten Registration Kickoff Event, where we welcomed over forty of...

The Southern Tier Community Center is gearing up for Summer Camp 2026, "Journey through Imagination." Camp begins June 29. Register at www.stcc.org

Some Kindergarten classes at CFJ recently took part in Global School Play Day, a worldwide initiative that highlights the importance of unstructured, screen-free play. Held once a...

Cold weather often means more meals at home and higher grocery expenses. SNAP helps eligible families afford nutritious food all winter long. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...

Before the start of the regular Board of Education meeting, JFS Middle School students and staff, along with the PTA groups from the district’s four elementary schools and JFS Mid...

Last week, Nick Schuldt’s CFJ first grade class had “snow” much fun as they transformed the back area of their school into “Ski-FJ.” With skis, boots, and poles in hand, and fresh...

The UEHS Italian Club recently brought the beloved tradition of La Befana to life by visiting our UE elementary schools to share this cherished Italian holiday story. Club advisor...

Holiday cheer filled the halls at CFJ as students from Mrs. Kristin Lemon-Hoyt’s kindergarten class teamed up with their fifth-grade buddies from Mrs. Casee Guasconi’s class for a...

The annual UE High School Key Club Holiday Party brought the spirit of the season to life for nearly 125 elementary students. Throughout the day, high school volunteers were paire...

Second graders in Therese Yacobelli’s class spent the past week turning their room into a small sewing studio. Each student learned how to use a real sewing machine, taking turns ...

CFJ celebrated its dedicated staff members and brave leaders before the start of the regular board of education meeting held at the school on December 8. recognizing the people wh...

We are excited to share that CFJ has been voted the "Best Public School" in the Press & Sun Bulletin's 2025 "Binghamton Community's Choice Awards!" Businesses and organizations i...

CFJ fourth graders visited the Kopernik Observatory and Science Center as part of their science curriculum. During the trip, they engineered earthquake-safe structures, used str...

CFJ first graders in Therese Yacobelli’s class completed an in-depth study of the Mayflower's voyage from England to the New World. They read books, watched documentaries, reviewe...

The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association(AHEPA) generously donated more than 30 coats, along with hats and gloves, to support CFJ students as colder weather appro...