LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Both Geneseo and York have announced that school is cancelled Friday due to the arctic cold weather blast. The region is experiencing a deep freeze with anticipated wind chill temperature dropping to -30 below zero, the coldest weather we have seen in nearly 20 years. Mount Morris and Pavilion have announced a two-hour delay. Check back to this link for additional school closure announcements. … [Read more...]
Geneseo Sending Students Home Early, Heavier Snow Expected Tonight
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Lake effect snow is hitting us hard and Geneseo Central School, as well as York Central School, are sending students home early. According to news partner 13WHAM weather reporter Marty Snyder, those dreadful lake effect bands will hit us the hardest this evening. Snyder is reporting that a Lake Effect Snow Advisory remains in effect for Livingston County through 4 a.m. Friday. However, most of the heaviest lake effect … [Read more...]
Geneseo Central School District Ranked in Top of the State
GENESEO – Geneseo Middle/High School is on the US News and World Report on the top high schools. Geneseo was ranked #58 in the State out of 1,147 schools, and placed #555 in the country, with over 31,000 contenders. "The recognition of our Middle School/High School is a tribute to our entire District," said superintendent of the Geneseo School District Tim Hayes. "The achievement of our high school students is supported by excellent … [Read more...]
Questions Answered Over New Geneseo School Sign
GENESEO — In Monday's Village Board Meeting concerns over the new Geneseo Central School District digital sign were briefly discussed. Multiple Village Trustee's were concerned over being left in the dark over the sign, which is digitally lit by LED lights. "The school is not under the direction or regulation of any municipality," said Tim Hayes, Geneseo Central School District Superintendent. "We are directed by the New York State … [Read more...]
Geneseo Central School recognized as Reward School by State
GENESEO — Geneseo Central School District announced the achievement of being identified as a High Progress Reward School by the New York State Commissioner John King. According to a press release from Geneseo Superintendent Tim Hayes, the achievement is aimed at the High School but it was a result of a complete district wide effort. "High achievement begins with a foundation that is built throughout our elementary and middle schools. Our … [Read more...]
GCS holds open forum
GENESEO — Members of the Geneseo community gathered once more in the Geneseo Central School Thomas Preston Media Center Saturday morning for an open forum on strategic planning in the areas of educational and extra-curricular programming. The school held another open forum on finance, facility needs and transportation on Jan. 30. Board of Education President Stephen Miskell and Superintendent Tim Hayes stated the point of the forum was to help … [Read more...]
GCS seeks input on long-term strategic plans, budget
GENESEO — The Board of Education for the Geneseo Central School District plans to hold two open forums to garner input from community members for long-term strategic planning. The first community forum occurs on Jan. 30 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This forum focuses on strategic planning in the areas of finance, facility needs and transportation. The second forum occurs on Feb, 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The focus of this forum is to formulate long-term … [Read more...]
GCS presents The Sound of Music
GENESEO — One of the world’s favorite musicals, The Sound Of Music, will be presented in three performances by the award-winning Geneseo Central School Drama Club. The show will be presented Nov.16 and 17 at 7:30 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on the 17, in GCS’ McCarthy Auditorium, 4050 Avon Road, Geneseo. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and seniors and are available by calling 243-8088. A warm and honest family story that’s based on … [Read more...]
Geneseo students hold their own election day
GENESEO — On Oct. 30, Geneseo Central School students joined the ranks of American voters in their own mock Election Day. The event was designed to create a meaningful Election Day experience for the school’s grade 6-12 students. Students in A. P. Government and Participation in Government (P. I. G) classes created an unbiased informational poster which was hung up around the school to inform voters. The poster was created by the A.P. … [Read more...]
Geneseo middle schoolers spin a yarn for charity
GENESEO — The classic children’s tale “Charlotte’s Web” comes to life on the Geneseo Central School stage May 26 in honor of GCS senior and drama club member Brigid Herlihy, who passed away in August. The play, which tells the tale of Wilbur the pig and his friend Charlotte the spider, runs for two shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are a suggested donation of $5 for adults and $3 for kids. No reservations are needed and tickets may be … [Read more...]