The Intermediate School Drumline and choral program brought home gold from their competitions this school year. The drumline, directed by Intermediate School band teacher Julia Butts, is composed of 25 students in grades 4-6. “I love drumline,” sixth grader Noah Fanton said. “I think it’s one of the best parts of school. I like that …
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Beginning Wednesday, July 5, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) will provide free healthy meals to kids and teens 18 and under. Breakfast and lunches will be provided at many locations in Hornell and Arkport. Families do not need to apply to participate in the SFSP. All meals must be …
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 Academic Awards! Academic Excellence Award | Presidential Awards | Larry Wassink Award | Spirit Award | Triple C Award | Comptroller’s Award | Junior Awards | Department Awards | Honor Graduates Academic Excellence Award To receive an Academic Excellence Award, each student had to attain a 90% average …
Parents and community members will have the opportunity to learn about research that identifies a link between childhood stress and its negative impact on future health and behaviors. The Pro Action, Southern Tier Kids on Track and the Hornell City School District are partnering to offer a free screening of “RESILIENCE: THE BIOLOGY OF STRESS …
On May 16, Hornell City School District voters approved the district’s $41 million 2023-24 budget proposal, elected two board of education members, approved the use of Transportation Reserve Expenditure funds, and the leasing of two 66-passenger school buses and one 28-passenger school bus. District-related Propositions A $41,093,309 budget for the 2023-24 school year that increases …
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The Hornell City School District is pleased to offer a free Summer Learning Academy for students enrolled in 4PK-6 for the 2022-23 school year. The program will offer literacy, math, as well as enrichment-based programs such as library, physical education and art. The Academy will be a total of 16 days over the summer starting …
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The voters in the Hornell City School District will decide on a $41,093,309 proposed budget for the 2023-24 school year on Tuesday, May 16. The plan increases spending by $1,054,122 or 2.63% from the current year and includes a 1.24% tax levy increase, they will also have the opportunity to vote on a proposition to …
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Hornell students had the opportunity to test out their litigation skills during a mock trial class project. Business teacher Toni Nasca and the Business Law class invited local lawyer and Hornell High School alumnus John Dagon to be the judge for their mock trial project in March. “I’ve been helping Mrs. Nasca for many years …
At its annual Spring Choir Competition the Hornell Vocal Music Program was awarded the Sweepstakes for Best Choral Program. This award goes to the highest achieving choral program at a festival with at least two choral groups competing, regardless of divisional size or category. Hornell took four choirs to the competition: Senior High Choir, Treble …
Hornell City School District students recently showed off their talents and skills in a competition with their peers from across the region. Students who attend the Greater Southern Tier BOCES Wildwood Education Center participated in the 2023 SkillsUSA Area 1 competition on March 7 with career and technology education students from across western New York. …
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