Students explore chemistry in the lab

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.

Student-operated ServU branch now open at Hornell High School

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 …

District launches new school-to-home communication tools

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 …

Community health and well-being online program starts Oct. 16

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 …

Hornell High School presents Into the Woods Jr.

Join us in the Hornell High School auditorium at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 22 and Saturday, September 23. Be careful what you wish for, as Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s cockeyed fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of their groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical.  Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters …

Discounted internet service available through Affordable Connectivity Program

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC program that helps connect families and households to affordable internet service. The Affordable Connectivity Program provides: Up to $30/month discount for broadband service Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands. A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased …

Dr. Charles Infurna named North Hornell School principal

The Hornell City School District welcomes Dr. Charles Infurna as principal of the North Hornell Elementary School. He replaces Sean Gaffney who retired at the end of the 2022-23 school year.  “I’m really excited to work with all of our teachers, families and district staff,” Infurna said. “Early childhood education is a passion of mine, …

Red Raiders prepare for their fall sports seasons

Hornell High School student-athletes are gearing up for their 2023 fall sports seasons.  Student-athletes must have a physical examination performed after August of 2022 on record with the athletic director and school nurse before they can participate in practice or tryouts. The health exam forms are available at the doctor’s office or can be downloaded …

Open houses scheduled for the 2023-24 school year

The Hornell City School District is getting ready for the start of 2023-24 classes with several open houses for students and their families.  The open houses will provide an opportunity for school visits and teacher introductions before classes are underway. At the seventh grade open house, students are encouraged to get a free HHS shirt …

Classes Begin Sept. 7; School Supply Information Available

Classes for the 2023-24 school year will begin on Sept. 7 for Hornell City School District students in grades 1-12; students in the PreK program will begin on Sept. 8. The district will provide school supplies for students in PreK through grade 8. These supplies have been purchased and will be waiting for students on …

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