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Congratulations to the 20 talented band students from Barker Road and Calkins Road Middle Schools who participated in the Junior Wind Symphony at the Hochstein School!

Over the course of six weeks, these young musicians dedicated their time and talent to rehearsing under the direction of Hochstein faculty, advancing their ensemble skills and broadening their musical experience beyond the classroom.

Their hard work culminated in a concert performance...

Sutherland High School’s grade 9 English class welcomed a special visitor on October 23, 2025—Maya, an 8-year-old Goldendoodle with Therapy Dogs International certification. Accompanied by social worker Dave Pascarella, Maya helped provide a comfortable environment for students to explore mental health themes in a book they are reading.

This unique approach—using therapy dogs to deepen classroom discussions about emotional well-being—is one Pascarella has led for several years. The visit provided students with...

The Pittsford Central School District recently joined schools across New York State in celebrating School Board Recognition Week (October 13–17). This annual observance honors the people who serve on Boards of Education for their commitment, leadership, and advocacy on behalf of students and their communities. 

Our Board of Education is comprised of seven exceptional individuals who volunteer their time, energy, and expertise to...

At the first Power Hour of the 2025–26 school year on October 21, members of the Pittsford community gathered to hear from Shana Cutaia who will assume the role of Superintendent of Pittsford Schools on December 1, 2025. During the session, Cutaia shared insights about her transition into the position, addressed areas of interest expressed by attendees, and facilitated a collaborative feedback process to help inform her work as the District’s next superintendent.

Topics of interest included academic achievement and rigor, internet safety and artificial intelligence, and sustainability practices.

During the hour-long discussion, Cutaia...