York Central School District

York Central School hosted community senior citizens for breakfast this morning. High School students served their guests a hot breakfast of eggs, sausage, coffee, juice, and pastries. Mr. Vogel and Sophie Hatfield performed musical pieces. Some students were especially proud to have their grandparents and other family members present. The senior citizens extended their appreciation to Mr. Furletti for having them for breakfast and for everything the school does for seniors in the community. Thanks go to Heidi Newcomb, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, and Laurie Cutcliffe, Food Service Director for their efforts to host the breakfast. The senior citizen breakfast is one of our favorite activities at YCS.

An update from the York Knighty News Desk! Election Day 2024 Coverage! Students in Ms. Moulton's and Mrs. Patanella's classrooms cast their ballots today. It was a highly contested election to decide whether the students wanted to extend recess and increase their homework by the same amount of time, or reduce their recess time, which would increase class time, and in turn, reduce their homework time. Voter turnout was very high and the results were close but by a slim margin, the students voted to increase their recess time, thereby increasing their homework for one day next week. Great job voters! You researched the options and made informed decisions.

Middle School students and staff were out and about in the York community on Monday, raking leaves at the cemetery and other locations. Community service is an important component of learning at YCS. It fosters a sense of civic responsibility and develops important life skills like communication and leadership. Helping others at school and in the community teaches students to build empathy for the world around them. Participating in community service projects lets students see their impact on the world.

Look! There's another York Elementary School student exhibiting good character! It's the Golden Knights Way! Way to go Dylan - showing kindness to your classmates.

The October 2024 S'more Knightly News is ready to view! https://secure.smore.com/n/3xbcv Check out all the great things that we have done this fall!

The Elementary School Book Fair is this week, November 4 - 8. Students will visit the book fair during their class time. Wednesday, November 6 is family night - open to families from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enter at the main door by the auditorium.

Come out to the York High School gym on Tuesday, November 5 to see our Lady Knights Varsity Volleyball team in action in the Class D1 Semi-Finals! The Lady Knights take on Notre Dame of Batavia at 6 p.m. Here is the link to purchase digital tickets - it's also on the school website. https://tinyurl.com/4hbtyaje

The York CSD Golden Knights just completed a celebration of Red Ribbon Week! The National Red Ribbon campaign invited schools to enter a photo contest depicting this year's theme: Life is a Movie - Film Drug Free. We think York CSD is a winner! You can vote for our photo by going to this webpage: http://wshe.es/0fZJ5cRf You can vote once every 24 hours!

York Central School is proud to announce that seven students will be performing in this Saturday's New York State School Music Association's Area All-State Festival. Sylvia Llop (Flute), Avanda Coffey (Clarinet) Alanna Farley (French Horn), and Zara Hopkins (Euphonium) will perform in the Junior High Symphonic Band. They are students of Mr. Devin Vogel, Instrumental Music teacher at YCS. Grade Northrop, Ethan Metz, and Lorenza Dimartino will perform in the Treble Choir. They are students of Dr. Nicholas Nicassio, Vocal Music teacher at YCS. It is an honor for York Central School and the community to host this weekend's Fall NYSSMA) Area All-State Festival in Hilfiker Auditorium. To be selected to perform in the Area All-State Festival is one of the highest honors a student-musician can achieve in the state. Only a few schools had students selected from the Genesee Valley School Music Association to perform with the ensembles, made up of the top music students from around Zone 2. Zone 2 is one of the most competitive zones in New York and is comprised of Greater Rochester and the surrounding counties of Monroe, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Seneca, and Wayne. To be accepted into the group the students successfully auditioned at a Solo Festival in May and their scores secured them a place in the Festivals. To be accepted into Area All-State as a small school is a remarkable achievement that isn’t often done! Congratulations and great job to all!

It's time to nominate a Golden Knight for October's Employee Recognition! Use this form to recognize the efforts of our wonderful staff in supporting our students and/or other staff members. The last day to nominate a staff member for October's recognition is Friday, November 15, 2024. Each month the district is looking to recognize an Elementary, MHS and District wide staff member that has demonstrated one of the three YCS Vision qualities: Preparing, Challenging or Inspiring.   Feel free to nominate one staff member per submission.  Thank you, families and community, for all of your support for York Central School.

Elementary School students can have their school photos retaken on Thursday, November 7. You must bring the original photo package with you and give it to the photographer. Please contact Mrs. Koch in the elementary school office jkoch@yorkcsd.org if you have any questions.

Knights in pursuit of a Sectional Championship! York/Pavilion Football plays @ Oakfield/Alabama Friday, November 1 7 p.m. @OA Click to purchase a digital ticket Class C/D Varsity Cross Country @ Letchworth State park Saturday, November 2 10 a.m. Click to purchase a digital ticket York Varsity Girls Volleyball plays Dundee/Bradford Friday, November 1 5 p.m. No Admission Charge At YCS

Senior Appreciation! Congratulations to York Seniors Lucas DioGuardi and Logan DioGuardi, for their contributions to the Pavilion/York Boys Volleyball team.

Golden Knights in pursuit of a Sectional Championship! Digital tickets are required. Use the QR code in the graphic (if provided) or use these links to purchase your ticket. We will not have details or ticket information on the Varsity Volleyball sectional game until after Wednesday night. York/Pavilion Football Friday, November 1 @Oakfield-Alabama https://tinyurl.com/32ba2yd3 York/Pavilion Cross Country Saturday, November 2 @ Letchworth State Park https://tinyurl.com/yc69y5xj

Tonight! Pavilion/York Boys Volleyball team takes on North Rose-Wolcott, 6 p.m. There is no charge for this game.

Welcome to the Golden Knights family Mary Thornton! She is a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant who will be working with our students.

York Central School students and families! Friday, November 1, 2024, is an early release day. The Middle/High School will be released at 11 a.m. followed by the Elementary School at 12 p.m.

Knights in Sectional Competition! Digital ticket information will be coming soon! York/Pavilion Varsity Football will play Friday, Nov. 1 @Oakfield-Alabama, 7 p.m. York Varsity Girls Volleyball will play Friday, Nov. 1 TBD Pavilion/York Cross Country competes Saturday, Nov. 2, @Letchworth State Park, 10 a.m.

We have awesome Knights! Congratulations to these elementary school students who were recognized at the October character assembly for demonstrating respect. The elementary school focuses on a character trait each month. Students who demonstrate that trait are recognized at the end of the month character assembly. Congratulations Golden Knights! #Respect

Please join us in celebrating the September 2024 Knights of Recognition: Nicole Guy (Elementary School Social Worker). “She has love and passion for her students and other students., and is determined to give each child what they need and deserve to better themselves. She is selfless and has a heart of gold. Without her, my kids would be lost. She helps them feel comfortable being themselves.” Nomination by a parent. Peter Fanaro (Buildings & Grounds Dept.). "Pete goes above and beyond to help make sure that classrooms are clean. He is always available to help someone out if they need help moving something, getting something from storage, etc. He is always friendly and says hello in the hallway." Nomination by a teacher. Amy Picciano (M/H School Teacher). "Amy continues to inspire me year after year with her ability to think flexibly, build relationships with students, plan and prepare for middle school fun nights AND our YTA parties, create fun bulletin boards, and truly care about our school. " Nomination by a teacher. Each month, we ask our faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members to nominate a Golden Knight staff member who demonstrates one of the three YCS Vision qualities: Preparing, Challenging or Inspiring. Thank you to everyone who took the time to nominate a York Golden Knight.