Perry Central School District

We came to play. And that’s exactly what we did today at PES. We joined countless other schools around the world by celebrating Global School Play Day. Students were invited to bring in games, toys, dolls, art supply, crafts – anything that wasn’t electronic – to spend the day playing in their classrooms. An entire day of just playing? Yes! The benefits of childhood play are significant. It provides one of the best opportunities for social-emotional learning in children, while promoting cognitive and physical development. Students abandoned their electronics and used their imaginations, laughed, compromised, conversed, learned more about their classmates and teachers…and just had fun.

We can't think of a better group to represent PCS at the FFA State Leaders' Experience! Great work by Gio, Noelle, Courtney, Abbey, and Logan advocating for agricultural education and FFA this week in Albany. #PrideInTheHive

Varsity Boys’ Basketball Results - 2/6 Perry - 61 Keshequa - 35 Perry started the game slow up just 6-5 after the 1st quarter but outscored Keshequa 55-30 the rest of the game. Seniors Bryce Tallman (16 points, 4 rebounds, 3 steals) and Hunter Henchen (15 points, 5 rebounds, 4 steals) led the way for Perry. Tyler Harvey added 11 points, Emmit Hill 7 points and Wyatt Arbo scored 6. Coaches Quote: “It was a great team effort tonight as everyone made significant contributions in the win. Trenton Washburn and Beau Slocum continue to solidify our defense inside and we got the ball moving on offense.  We look forward to a big challenge on Saturday night at Mt. Morris” 

Another engaging meeting for the members of the District Safety Committee, except Sunny. He decided to take his break during the communications presentation.

We are fortunate to have THE BEST School Counselors in our Social-Emotional Learning Department. Thank you Mrs. Ellis, Mrs. Kettle, and Ms. Ayers for everything you do for our students. Please join us in celebrating our team members during National School Counselor Week.

Facing your fears or meeting a challenge head-on can be scary, especially if it’s in front of your peers. We’re proud of our fifth graders for doing just that this afternoon. After finishing their current Wit and Wisdom module about word play, Mrs. Manchester, Mrs. Marti, Ms. McDanel, and Ms. Leavy suggested that their students host a stand-up comedy show. They’ve spent the last couple weeks developing jokes, writing stories, and perfecting punchlines. Not only are we impressed that students got up on the stage this afternoon to deliver their material, but their classmates were extremely encouraging and supportive in the audience. #PrideInTheHive

The Arts Council for Wyoming County Grades K-8 Student Art Exhibition opens tomorrow, Feb. 3 and runs until March 16 at the YMCA Satellite Gallery at 115 Linwood Ave. in Warsaw. We hope you will take time to visit the exhibition and celebrate the incredible talents of our student-artists. Congratulations to this year’s participants, as well as Mrs. Adolf and Miss Bellamy! #PrideInTheHive Grades K-3 Penelope Sylvester Emilia Gentile Leah LaVarnway Soren Bouchard Max Ball Natalie Marsh Morgan Kiley Hailey Rizzo Grades 4-8 Gemma Forrester Addison Rizzo Zaya Webb Camila Roblero-Salinas Lacie Craft Dexter Zalewski McKenna Harwood A.J. McLaughlin Addison Campbell James Putney Isabella Zalewski Alexander Townes

Today I was fortunate to see a presentation by a young man who still embodies the District's mission of 'Learning, Leading, and Serving.' Noah Hare (PCS Class of 2017) graduated from Alfred State with a degree in architecture in 2022. Noah immediately put his talents to use by assisting the Perry Veterans Memorial Association in developing a design for the new memorial that will be constructed at the Vet's Club. Noah offered his services for free, because he believes in recognizing those who served, and giving back to his hometown. I was fortunate to watch Noah present to the Perry Rotary Club today. His efforts will have a lasting impact on our community. Noah...thank you for being: you, a professional, a leader, and a model of service for our students. Best graduates, best architects, best team! Daryl McLaughlin Superintendent of Schools

Interested 10th graders headed to the GV BOCES Career and Technical Education Center in Mount Morris this morning to tour their facilities and learn more about the programs that will be available to them starting next school year. While the visit allows us to see the excitement these underclassmen have for new possibilities, it also brings us so much joy to witness our current CTE students thriving in their programs. February is CTE Month and it’s so important to highlight these programs. These students can graduate and immediately enter a skilled trade or go to college with knowledge that sets them apart from their peers. This is invaluable instruction. #PrideInTheHive

Let me set the scene: I am walking down the Main Hallway of the Senior High School, and immediately stop in my tracks to observe the newest exhibits in our display cases. One word: WOW! I was blown away by the level of detail in these pieces. This is more outstanding work from the students in our upper level drawing and painting electives. I made a point to find Mrs. Emerson, and heap significant praise on her students for their creativity and skill. Best students, best artists, best teachers, best team! Daryl McLaughlin Superintendent of Schools

This year’s 8th Grade Career Day had it all – interesting stories, networking opportunities, food, and gross stuff. When you’re trying to keep the attention of teenagers, you have to pull out all the stops. Students spent the morning at Attica Middle School, first meeting with Kim Smith, a Community Outreach Specialist with the FBI, who served as the event’s keynote speaker. They also met with representatives from the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship and Genesee Community College, as well as professionals from Morton Salt, the Attica Veterinary Clinic, Wyoming County Community Health System, and New York Chips. The annual event, organized by Justin Dueppengiesser, Executive Director of the Wyoming County Business Education Council, in partnership with Wyoming County schools, aims to connect students with college and career opportunities. #PrideInTheHive

When senior Jade Duffin attended the GLOW with Your Hands: Healthcare inaugural event last year, it opened her eyes to the expansiveness of the healthcare field and the incredible opportunities available to those interested in a medical career. Jade was on hand yesterday, along with Superintendent McLaughlin, at Wyoming County Community Hospital to help announce this year’s GLOW with Your Hands: Healthcare event that will be held on March 22 at Genesee Community College in Batavia. The Wyoming County Business Education Council, the Livingston County Area Chamber, the Genesee County Business Education Alliance, SUNY GCC, and Wyoming County Community Health Services were excited to make the announcement. The goal of the event is to educate future-ready students, provide hands-on career exploration, and connect these participants with future employers. We’re excited to have our interested juniors participate again this year! #PrideInTheHive

Nine members of the Perry FFA, along with Mrs. Huttar, attended the first-ever Western NY Ignite Leadership Series on Saturday at the Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg. The event was organized by the NYS FFA to promote personal growth. Students attended two workshops, as well as participated in team-building activities. The focus was to help members improve their leadership skills and learn more about FFA and serving others. #PrideInTheHive #PerryFFA

A weekend filled with incredible music...we can't think of anything better. Congratulations to our student-musicians, along with Mr. Hirsch, Ms. Privatera and Ms. Gottschall, who spent Friday and Saturday at All-County Festival 1 at Keshequa CSD. PCS had great representation! #PrideInTheHive

The next complete group photo won't be until they're in caps and gowns at graduation rehearsal. They can see the finish line in sight. #PrideInTheHive #ClassOf2024

Stephanie Czerniak, 4-H community educator from Wyoming County Cornell Cooperative Extension, is visiting fifth grade classes today to teach students about wet felting. The process creates a strangely clean mess, and students are having a blast! Wool is wrapped around a bar of soap and, after adding some water and several minutes of friction, the fibers grow tighter creating a uniquely beautiful material. #PrideInTheHive

We caught Mrs. Schneider's third graders and Ms. Johnson's class playing moneyball with Coach VonGunden and Coach Allen this morning in PE. Depending on what color ball they're using, students earn points for each basket made. The goal is for students to work on their shooting skills. You never know, these might be future members of the PCS 1,000-points clubs! #PrideInTheHive

This morning, the Genesee Valley School Boards Association awarded area school districts with 2024 Excellence in Student Services Awards during a ceremony at Byron-Bergen CSD. Melissa Mehlenbacher, social worker, and Stacee Muolo, behavioral health specialist, were on hand to accept the honor for PCSD. Over the last several years, these two individuals have brought the Youth Mental Health First Aid initiative to PCSD. Nearly all of our faculty/staff and administrators have been trained (and re-certified) to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges or crises in students. Whether it be substance abuse, anxiety, trauma, bullying, etc., our school personnel are trained on how to respond, give reassurance, and encourage appropriate professional help. Thanks to Mrs. Muolo, Mrs. Mehlenbacher, and our entire PCS family for making our students’ mental and emotional health a top priority.

The students in Ms. Reding and Ms. Nichols’ classroom are rockstars! This morning was the very first time operating their coffee cart service and a ton of faculty/staff members and administrators lined up to support this new endeavor. These students not only made all the baked goods, but they’re also excelling at their communication and customer service skills, and managing the money. We’re pretty confident that they’ll have many return customers on Feb. 14! #PrideInTheHive

There's just enough snow for some sledding fun today in PE! #PrideInTheHive