York Middle/High School

On December 13, 2024, five York Central School alumni were inducted into the All Sports Hall of Fame. Additionally, the York-Leicester Recreation Department was recognized for continually providing a range of exceptional programs for youth. Inductees to the York Central School All -Sports Hall of Fame are selected from the nominations submitted to the Hall of Fame Committee. Future nominations are encouraged and can be made by visiting the YCS website to download a nomination form (www.yorkcsd.org and click on the Athletics tab). Read the full story on our website at: https://www.yorkcsd.org/article/1940392 Congratulations to the 2024 YCA All-Sports Hall of Fame! Tracy Peglowski, David Turbury, Tabetha Torrens, Andy Englert, Sarah Deuel-Rust, and the York-Leicester Recreation Department.

Please join us in celebrating the November 2024 Knights of Recognition: Tara Scott’s K-3 Class (Tara Scott, Madeline Fox, Lourdes Colon, and Erin Fox) “This amazing team really knows how to prepare, challenge, and inspire their students. They work together to create fun lessons that meet everyone's needs and always encourage students to step out of their comfort zones. Their positive vibes and teamwork not only lift their students, but also inspire others like myself in the school. They truly make a difference!” James Kane - Buildings & Grounds “Jim Kane always stepps up to whatever it may be that he is needed. He helps out with maintenance, grounds, deliveries, cleanups and more. Jim is able to complete a wide variety of tasks throughout the work day. Thanks, Jim for all that you do at York CS and over 20 years working at the district!” Shantal Herrera “She's always there for my children and helps them so much.”

High School students learned about careers in the nursing field and practiced some hands-on resuscitation techniques at this week's Lunch-and-Learn. Donna Ferguson and Jennifer Ornt from UR Medicine offered valuable insights into the many options that nursing careers offer. Called Lunch-and-Learns - the presentations are offered by career professionals during the high school lunch periods. Students are encouraged to attend to learn about a specific career. High School Teacher Mr. Bill MacKenzie facilitates Lunch-and-Learn opportunities throughout the school year.

York Central School is hiring! Are you an Elementary School or Earth Science Teacher? YCSD offers strong benefits, regionally competitive salary, and a great atmosphere! Apply today - visit our website at www.yorkcsd.org and click on the Employment Opportunities tab in the top right corner. Please share this on your social media.

York Elementary School PTO wishes to thank everyone who supported the Holiday Shoppe. It's a joy to help our students learn the joy of giving!

Making holiday memories - another fun day in first grade ! Check out the great holiday decorations the students created. The first grade teachers wish to thank the many family volunteers who helped make this day so memorable for the students!

YCS Food Service Director Laurie Cutcliffe appreciates serving the students foods that are locally produced. She recently formed a partnership with Happy Farms of Wyoming and today our students enjoyed the rich deliciousness of their real maple syrup. It was breakfast for lunch today-a favorite menu item at both the elementary and middle/high school cafeterias. Cafeteria workers Barb and Wendy drizzled the fresh maple syrup over the French toast sticks for each student. In addition to the benefits of feeding our students locally sourced foods and products, the classroom component is beneficial as well. Teachers include lessons in agriculture and production, Mrs. Cutcliffe said.

Congratulations to York High School Freshman Bailey Orman on being named to the Democrat & Chronicle’s All Greater Rochester Girls Small School Volleyball team! Bailey is an outside hitter for the Golden Knights with an impressive 19-kill game and a total of 233 kills in the 2024 season. Bailey is the daughter of Ed and Molly Orman. Congratulations to you, Bailey.

We proudly introduce the Section Five 2024 Varsity Football All- Stars from the York/Pavilion team! Congratulations to: Sophomore Yeriel Diaz-Pena RB/DB Sophomore Trent Englert OB/LB Junior Kasey Coffey OL/DL Junior Liam Campbell WR/DB

The Winter Sports Season is in full swing! Don't miss the action - follow your Golden Knights! Up to the minute sports schedules at www.yorkcsd.org (click the Athletics Icon). December 17, 2024 Swimming/Diving @YCS, 4:30 p.m. Boys Basketball @YCS, 5 p.m. Riflery @Pavilion/York, 5 p.m. December 18, 2024 Girls Basketball @Letchworth, 5:30 p.m. Wrestling @Pavilion, 6 p.m. December 19, 2024 Indoor T&F @Houghton College, 5 p.m. Swimming/Diving @YCS, 5 p.m. December 20, 2024 Girls Basketball @YCS, 6 p.m. Ice Hockety (Livingston Lakers) TBA December 21, 2024 Swimming/Diving @YCS 10 a.m. Boys Basketball @YCS, 1 p.m. Ice Hockey @Anthony Crisafulli, 3:15 p.m.

Four more days until winter recess! Staff and students are showing off their holiday spirit! As we celebrate each day of this week with a theme, tomorrow students and staff should wear red or green. Are you a Santa or a Grinch?

When your parent/grandparent works at YCS and is your bus driver, you are always on time for school! Good morning from YCS - Home of the Golden Knights!

Please join us tonight for the Sixth Annual All Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which will take place between the JV and Varsity Basketball game vs. Mount Morris - approximately 6:30 p.m. Congratulations to the 2024 All Sports Hall of Fame Inductees! Tracy Peglowski - Special Contributor David Turbury - Class of 1984 Tabetha Torrens - Class of 2006 Andy Englert - Class of 1991 Sarah Deuel - Class of 1997

Important date and time changes for next Tuesday, December 17, 2024 The HS Winter Concert has been rescheduled to Tuesday, December 17 at 7 p.m. Sports will start earlier on December 17. Swim at 4:30 p.m. JV Basketball @ 5 p.m. Varsity Basketball @6:30 p.m.

York Elementary School PTO Holiday Shoppe - Friday , Monday & Tuesday December 13, 16 & 17, 2024 Due to the snow day, the PTO Holiday Shoppe will add Tuesday, December 17!

SNOW DAY! THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2024 SCHOOL IS CLOSED TODAY DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. PLEASE BE SAFE AND STAY WARM!

Today, Superintendent David Furletti joined area school superintendents at a legislative forum with Senator Pam Helming, NY 54th District. Caledonia-Mumford Central School hosted the forum. Among the many topics school leaders and the Senator discussed were educational and funding challenges facing small rural schools.

Monday, December 9, 2024, our Middle School musicians and vocalists performed their winter concert. The audience enjoyed an evening of wonderful song! Enjoy this photo gallery from the concert. https://photos.app.goo.gl/7t6EcqEJ39JPcE6z8

York’s Rios-Santiago and Balisciano Selected for the NYVBCA All-State Teams York Central School Athletic Director Ed Orman is pleased to announce that two athletes on the York Girls Volleyball Fall 2024 team, have been named to the New York Volleyball Coaches Association All-State teams. Congratulations to Senior Paola Rios-Santiago, third team (L), and Junior Lena Balisciano, fifth team (S). “I am very proud of Lena and Paola's All State recognition. They were a huge part of our team's success this year. Setting and passing aren't the most glamorous parts of volleyball so I am happy to see them be recognized for excelling in their positions," commented Varsity Girls Volleyball Coach Kaitlin Kolb.

York second grade students and their teachers spent a day at the historic Genesee Country Village and Museum in Mumford. The students were fascinated by their step back in time to 19th-century Western New York. They learned about different cultures and their traditions. They also learned how traditions began (like why we decorate Christmas trees) and about stores and baking in the 1800s. Their eyes widened and sparkled as the students met 19th-century St. Nick. It was a magical day, with a fresh coat of snow on the ground!