June 2019
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Community Partners to Support Students
The Pittsford community has come together in remarkable ways to discuss racism these past few weeks, and we have received feedback in many forms. In response to the “Community Conversation about Racism” and conversations with our students of color, the District has established...
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Thank you PCSD Residents for Your Support!
Pittsford residents approved the 2019-20 Pittsford Central School District budget and propositions at the annual election on May 21, 2019...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Teacher Shortage Impacts K-12 Schools Across State, Nation
PCSD Efforts that Address the Challenge
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McLaughlin, Sweet Honored as Outstanding Seniors
Superintendent Pero named Mendon High School senior Madeline McLaughlin and Sutherland High School senior Mackenzie Sweet as...
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VIDEO: Our First Year of Full-Day Kindergarten
As the inaugural year of Full-Day Kindergarten at Pittsford Schools wraps up, teachers of the District’s first...
May 2019
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Proposed 2019-20 Budget is Under the Tax Cap despite Declining State Aid
The 2019-20 budget reflects the District’s commitment to addressing emerging priorities that include...
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BOARD INSIGHT: 2019-20 Budget Adoption
At the Board of Education meeting on April 23, 2019, we adopted the proposed 2019-20 budget for residents’ consideration to vote on May 21, 2019...
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VIDEO: Library Diversity Audit
For the past two years, our K-12 librarians have been conducting a “Diversity Audit” of their library collections to...
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SATURDAY – 3rd Annual Kicks for Campers Kickball Tournament
The 3rd annual Kicks for Campers is on Saturday, May 11, from 5-8:30 p.m.!
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Pittsford Mendon and Sutherland High Schools Recognized in 2019 U.S. News & World Report Best High School Rankings
Pittsford Mendon and Sutherland High Schools were recognized in the 2019 U.S. News & World Report’s...
March 2019
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: March Madness, Pittsford Style
As this month comes to a close, I’d like to share with you some of the remarkable things our...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Tax Cap and Tax Rate: What's the difference?
In the months leading up to the school budget vote, our Board of Education receives many questions regarding...
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VIDEO: A Conversation About Athletics with Our Female Athletes
In honor of Women’s History Month, 10 female Varsity athletes from across the District talked with...
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Join Us for School-Community Safety Night – March 27
Families and the community are invited to learn about our approaches to crisis prevention and preparation...
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Pittsford Schools Recognized as One of the "Best Communities for Music Education"
Pittsford Schools has been named one of the 2019 “Best Communities for Music Education.” The designation is given to...
February 2019
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Fostering Student Resiliency
Resilience is the capacity to rise above difficult circumstances, enabling children to...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Restorative Practices
One of the main responsibilities of a Board of Education is to adopt and maintain current...
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BOARD INSIGHT: School Safety
Throughout the year, Board of Education members attend informational events related to...
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VIDEO: Black History Month
The Student Inclusivity Council at Barker Road Middle School brainstormed some great ways to celebrate...
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Summer Enrichment Institute (SEI) Registration Opens March 1
It's time to start thinking about Summer Enrichment! SEI is an innovative and creative summer program that offers...
January 2019
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Teaching students about personal strengths, positive connections and asking for help
The safety and well-being of students and staff are priorities for PCSD. There are many ways the District promotes...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Celebrating 50 Years of the Urban-Suburban Program at PCSD
For the Pittsford Central School District, the 2018-19 school year marks a significant milestone. PCSD is celebrating 50 years as...
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VIDEO: "SHREK"
Calkins Road Middle School is proud to present its 7th and 8th grade musical, “Shrek!” Based on the hit Dreamworks Animation film, “Shrek” is the tale of an ogre who sets out on a mission to re-claim his swamp. Accompanied by a talking donkey, Shrek must rescue princess Fiona...
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Pittsford PTSA Seeks Honorary Life Membership Award Nominations
The Pittsford School District’s PTSA is seeking nominations for its 2019 Honorary Life Membership Award. The award is given...
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Pink the Rink TONIGHT!
The Pink the Rink Pittsford Panthers JV and Varsity ice hockey games have been rescheduled to tonight, Thursday, January 24...
December 2018
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Inclusivity and our Core Values
The Pittsford Central School District is a place where we believe everyone should feel welcomed and supported. In fact, we think that is so important...
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BOARD INSIGHT: 2019-2020 Budget Development Meeting Schedule – Join us!
The development of a school district’s budget is a thoughtful, year-long process including careful...
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VIDEO: Teaching Kindness through the Book "Love" by Matt de la Pena
The Park Road Elementary School community recently came together to celebrate...
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School Bus Stop Reminders
As the cold and snowy winter weather arrives, know that the PCSD Transportation Department actively works to ensure a safe and efficient transportation...
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Rainbow Classic Concert Supports Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong
The sweet sounds of music delighted concert goers at the Rainbow Classic Benefit Concert at...
November 2018
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: Students Make a Difference by Volunteering
Our students are remarkable in so many ways. One of the things I am most proud of is our students’ willingness to dedicate their time and energy to help others in need. During the 2017-18 school year, Pittsford middle and high school students completed an astounding...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Behind-the-Scenes of a Board of Education Building Tour
Did you know that every year the Board of Education tours each school in the...
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Inclusivity Advisory Committee Defines its “Success Statement”
The recently formed Inclusivity Advisory Committee has defined a Success Statement that will be used to guide...
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VIDEO: Jefferson Road Elementary School Celebrates Thanksgiving through Community Service
Jefferson Road Elementary School students collected items for the Pittsford Food Cupboard as part of the school’s annual Ingathering tradition. Watch this video to see highlights of their efforts and the assembly celebrating the success of this fundraiser.
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Rainbow Classic Continues the Spirit of Giving
Mark your calendar for the 18th Annual Rainbow Classic on Dec. 21! Online admission/transportation ticket sales now open for high school students. In-person general admission ticket sales begin December 17.
October 2018
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: School Safety and Security
Recently, I presented to my Parent Advisory Council on the topic of school safety. I asked them to think about our safety plan in the form of...
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BOARD INSIGHT: Budget Guideline Development
Each year, the Board of Education reviews and modifies its budget guidelines. These guidelines provide...
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PCSD Consistently at the Top in Public School Rankings
Pittsford Central School District has been named the number one school district in Upstate New York according to a 2018 academic ranking by...
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VIDEO: Homecoming Weekend Roundup
A bonfire, pep rally, student/teacher dance-off, and surprise flash mob were among the many ways PCSD came together to...
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PCSD Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Thirteen Pittsford Central School District students have been named 2019 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists by...
September 2018
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A Message from Superintendent Pero: 2018 Teddi Bowl for Camp Good Days and Special Times
During our annual all staff orientation this summer, I drew on the inspiration of a book titled, Wonder. The book is filled with valuable messages about the importance of an inclusive environment using the concept of precepts as teaching points throughout. Among the many precepts I highlighted, my favorite is...
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Board Insight: PCSD Board of Education Highlights Inclusion for All During Opening Day Celebration!
Before a jam-packed Mendon High School auditorium, Superintendent Mike Pero kicked off the 2018-19 school year, welcoming more than 1,000 of the District’s educators and staff to a rousing Opening Day celebration.
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Inclusivity Advisory Committee Members Selected
After an open application and thorough interview process, 25 Inclusivity Advisory Committee members have been selected by the District Planning Team.
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VIDEO: What's Your Pittsford Precept?
Now that the school year is in full swing, we invite you to pause and take a moment to view this video of fellow community members, students and staff sharing precepts that were inspired by the book Wonder. This video was shown at the All Staff Orientation on August 30.
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Urgent Messaging System TEST – October 5, 2018
PCSD will conduct a test of its Urgent Messaging System on Friday, October 5, 2018.
August 2018
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PCSD Welcomes Kindergarteners for their First Full-Day of School
As summer winds down and fall approaches, Pittsford Central School District looks forward to welcoming kindergarten students for the District’s first Full-Day Kindergarten program.
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Board of Education President and Vice President Announced
The Pittsford Central School District Board of Education elected its president and vice president at the Board reorganization meeting on July 10, 2018.
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Summer Music Showcase
The Extended School Year’s Summer Music Showcase was Thursday, August 16 at Calkins Road Middle School.
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Sheriff’s Office provides “Active Threat Assessment Training”
Over the summer, members of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), including the SWAT Team, presented Active Threat Assessment Training to 75 stakeholders that included teachers, clerical, parents, administrators and the Board of Education.
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Summer Construction Projects
As students and staff are welcomed back to school, they’ll benefit from construction projects that were underway over the summer. Recent renovations include:
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