Students in chemistry classes at Hornell High School are separating mixtures using various lab techniques including filtration, magnetic extraction, distillation and evaporation. The percent composition of each mixture and percent recovery calculations ensue.
Our senior government classes learned about the various forms of government around the world and were tasked with creating their own government. They had to identify the type of government their country would have, its economic system and other various characteristics. Students then presented their projects to their class.
A brand-new addition to the Intermediate School playground was recently unveiled. The project was sparked by the efforts of four students in Mrs. Nikki Miller’s third grade class last year. Taking action through persuasive essays Elena McDaniels, Bennett Willis, Jack Thayer and Makenzie Outman wrote persuasive essays suggesting improvements to the school playground. Thayer and …
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The Vault is back open for business! On Wednesday, October 4 the student-operated branch of ServU Federal Credit Union opened in the High School. Students provide faculty and classmates with basic financial services at a credit union office within the school building. This year we have a team of three students working with representatives from …
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Dear Hornell Families, I’d like to share some of the exciting upgrades the Hornell City School District technology department has recently made to improve school-to-home communication. Synergy is our new grading and attendance platform. Parents with students in grades 7-12 will be able to access their student’s account to monitor classroom information, including grades and …
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Dear Hornell school community, I’m excited to announce that we’re partnering with the Steuben Area Schools Healthcare Plan to offer an online learning program focused on improving our community’s health and well-being. The Lift Project runs from October 16 to December 1 and is available at no cost to the entire Hornell school community. Click …
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Guest speakers at Hornell High School recently provided our students with valuable post-graduation insights. Tori Cramp from Alfred University engaged seniors in a discussion about how to find a college that aligns with their aspirations and offered a glimpse into what awaits them in the college classroom. Cramp shared a wealth of knowledge about opportunities …
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