The Perry Central School District's International Travel Club was recognized with an Excellence in Students Services Award by the Genesee Valley School Boards Association this morning.
Traveling abroad provides students with a multidisciplinary experience. Trips highlight history, culture, the arts, agriculture, service and science. Tours promote global competencies which give young people the skills, values, and behaviors to prepare them for a more diverse and interconnected world. In a rapidly changing world, the ability to be engaged citizens and collaborative problem solvers who are ready for the workforce is essential. In the 21st century and beyond this is what all people will need: to be engaged citizens, to be prepared for jobs of the future, to be local and global problem solvers.
PCS has taken its commitment to the aforementioned to a completely different level by ensuring underserved populations can access international travel. In partnership with Genesee Valley BOCES Enrichment program, PCS was the first District in the state to utilize the enrichment COSER to generate aid off the educational portions of international trips. The aid earned is then redirected to drive down the cost of future trips, thus creating a constant revenue stream to assist with affordability. With the enrichment COSER in place, the advisors of PCS’ International Travel Club secured four (4) scholarships for underserved students to attend the 2024 trip to Ireland. Not only did these students have the experience of a lifetime, their participation generated additional aid for future trips. The District is now planning trips every year.
The model that began in this region is now being replicated in BOCES and districts across the state! The District has presented on this opportunity at state conferences.
Congratulations to Mrs. McLaughlin (English Teacher, International Travel Club Advisor) and Mrs. Kramell (English Teacher, International Travel Club Advisor) for bringing this innovative program to PCS!
We love that their college basketball schedules brought these two members of the PCS Class of 2024 back together! Jade Duffin and Jaelyn Morris met up on the basketball court last night as their respective teams, Corning Community College and Genesee Community College, played in Batavia. #PrideInTheHive #PCSDfamily
After taking a field trip to the Corning Museum of Glass for inspiration, Mrs. Emerson’s high school Ceramics students started their own glass projects. The glass used to create their designs is fused in a microwaveable kiln. We love seeing our students taking so much pride in their beautiful creations! #PrideInTheHive
5th graders' latest Ag in the Classroom lesson with Stephanie Czerniak is messy…or clean…we’re not sure which one. Either way, there’s lots of soap suds involved. Miss Stephanie is joining classes this week for lessons in wet felting. Students are wrapping bars of soap in wool roving, adding water, and some massaging, and creating the perfect exfoliating soaps. Students are really interested in learning about wool, and this is a great activity they can do at home! #PrideInTheHive
Mrs. Emerson hung this group photo of our Arts Department outside her HS art room and students have been leaving sweet messages about the impact these educators have made at PCS. We love this!!! Thank you to Mrs. Emerson, Mrs. Adolf, Ms. Hankey, Mrs. Wheeler, Ms. Privatera, Mr. Hirsch, and Mr. Schneider for helping our students create beautiful music and art. #PrideInTheHive
On Friday night, the PCSD Interscholastic Athletics Hall of Fame committee inducted its newest members during a ceremony in the HS gym. Congratulations to Gary Kwiecien (Class of 2007), Eden Wondra (Class of 2011), and Anthony Ricotta (Class of 2013)! #PrideInTheHive #PCSDfamily
High School Music Club members Alyssa Tarlton, Gio Muolo, Kiersten Conroy, Noah Korn, Sadie Maricle, Keira Hyland, and Kayleigh Heppner, chaperoned by Ms. Privatera, visited the West Herr Auditorium Theatre/RBTL to catch "MJ: The Musical" before winter break. What an incredible opportunity! #PrideInTheHive
National Law Enforcement Day was celebrated yesterday and we don't want to miss the opportunity to thank Mr. Masci and SRO Langless (and K9 Officer Sunny) for keeping our buildings safe! #PrideInTheHive
We know a student is excited about a book they've checked out of the ES/JH Library when they immediately ask Ms. Wilkie to read it aloud. #PrideInTheHive
Our FFA members are preparing to participate in the District 9 FFA Leadership Development Events on January 29 at Warsaw Middle/High School. FFA members from District 9 (Erie, Orleans, Wyoming, Cattaraugus, Genesee, Niagara, and Livingston Counties) will be showcasing their skills in leadership, communication, and critical thinking. We caught our friend Toby practicing for the Jr. Creed Speaking event last night with Mrs. Huttar. We’re excited to see our students step out of their comfort zones, display their skills, and represent PCS! #PrideInTheHive
We caught Miss Brittany showing our UPKers how fun it is to share a good book with friends! #PrideInTheHive
Mr. Sporleder's Ag Mechanics students are preparing for an upcoming low voltage electrical project by practicing their wiring skills. #PrideInTheHive
We have to give shout outs to Elementary/Jr. High art teachers Mrs. Adolf and Ms. Hankey! They've kicked off the New Year by participating in the "Local Color: Treasures of Wyoming County" exhibition at the Arts Council for Wyoming County. The artwork is on display until Feb. 21 at the ACWC's Main Gallery on Main Street. Check it out! #PrideInTheHive
Mrs. Emerson took her high school ceramics class and independent art students to the Corning Museum of Glass prior to winter break to get them excited about an upcoming glass unit. What a cool opportunity! #PrideInTheHive
Remember that it's easier than ever to stay up-to-date with district news AND your student’s teachers, classes, and sports. Parents and guardians can log in to access Rooms within the district app by using their email address or phone number. Already a Rooms parent or guardian? Great, you are all set! Just log in using the Perry Central School District app or by going to edurooms.com.
Thanks to Mrs. Cutcliffe and our awesome kitchen staff at PES for serving all of our kiddos cookies and hot cocoa with lunch today! #PrideInTheHive
It was cuteness overload at last night's UPK concert. Even Santa knew it was a must-see show! #PrideInTheHive
We have a bit of nostalgia for you this morning.
This week, the stage curtains and ropes system in the High School Auditorium were replaced after decades of use. The new curtains were created in homage to the curtains from "The Old School" on Leicester Street. Gold fringe will soon be added to the main valance of the new curtains to ensure closer resemblance.
The work was completed by Syracuse Scenery and Stage Lighting Co. Inc. and funded through Drama Club grant funds. #PrideInTheHive
It’s easier than ever to stay up-to-date with the district, schools, AND your student’s teachers, classes, and sports. Parents and guardians can log in to access Rooms within the district app by using their email address or phone number. Already a Rooms parent or guardian? Great, you are all set! Just log in using the Perry Central School District app or by going to edurooms.com.
We have to give a shout out to the HS Stand Up Club and Ms. Smith for purchasing toys and gift cards to help make the holiday season brighter for an elementary family. What a great way to give back! #PrideInTheHive
