The Voting Results are in: Budget Passes by 84% Margin

Posted on May 21, 2013

West Genesee residents approved the 2013-2014 budget and bus proposition on May 21, 2013. The $73,294,075  budget received 1,335 favorable votes, and 265 votes in opposition. A second proposition to purchase school buses was approved 1,220 to 375. Thank you to the community for your continued support! MORE

Update from Dr. Brown has been Posted

Posted on May 20, 2013

Dr. Brown has posted an update to his Notes from the Superintendent where he discusses events from last week, the new West Genny phone App, the Annual Budget Vote, and other upcoming events. MORE

38th Annual Kaleidoscope is this Week!

Posted on May 19, 2013

The thirty-eighth annual Kaleidoscope concert will take place in the Mulroy Civic Center at OnCenter on Thursday evening, May 23. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m Tickets are on sale at the HS Main Office, Fine Arts Office, at all May HS Concerts, the War Memorial Box Office or on Etix.com (search Kaleidoscope). For more information, click on  MORE

West Genesee CSD Launches Mobile App for Android and iPhone

Posted on May 16, 2013

West Genesee Central School District announced today the launch of its West Genesee App, an all-in-one information source for parents, students, staff, and community. Created by ParentLink, the app was developed specifically to provide direct access to the District's most sought after information in the most convenient format -- your mobile device.  MORE

West Genesee Athletes Participate in Special Olympics   

Posted on May 16, 2013

Congratulations to all of the West Genny athletes that participated today in the Special Olympics! Great job!  Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad. 

Stonehedge Students Recognized Nationally for Reading

Posted on May 12, 2013

Congratulations to the students in Mrs. Quick's Stonehedge Elementary School 4th Grade class for being honored by Pizza Hut's "Book It" Program.   MORE

CMS Student Wins District Optimist Speech Contest Sharing "Why My Voice is Important"    

Posted on May 5, 2013

Congratulations to Amelia Ryan from CMS who placed first to win the New York/New England District Optimist Oratorical Contest on May 4 in Albany, New York! Mark Kopp from WGMS also competed at that level and was a runner up. Both speeches were outstanding in a very tough competition. Great job to both of them!  MORE

District Honored with Safety Award for 6th Year

Posted on April 17, 2013

West Genesee Central School District is one of 121 school districts and Board of Cooperative Educational Services in the state to receive the "2013 School Safety Excellence Award" from the Utica National Insurance Group.  MORE

National Honor Society Inducts New Members

Posted on April 16, 2013

One hundred forty-eight students from West Genesee High School were inducted into membership of the National Honor Society at the High School on November 19, 2012 and March 25, 2013. These members were selected by a faculty council for meeting high standards of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. To read a list of the new members, go to MORE

Middle School Students Excel at CNY Science and Engineering Fair

Posted on April 16, 2013

On March 24, middle school students from WGMS competed in the Central New York Science and Engineering Fair sponsored by the MOST and Lockheed Martin.  MORE

Onondaga Road Elementary School Principal Starting Next Year is Appointed  

Posted on April 15, 2013

On April 10, 2013, Jeannette Clark was appointed by the Board of Education to the principal's position at Onondaga Road Elementary School starting July 1, 2013. She is preceded by Deborah Geiss, who will retire from the District at the end of June. MORE

West Genesee is One of the Best Music Communities for Music Education, Again!      

Posted on March 28, 2013

The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has announced the results of its fourteenth annual "Best Communities for Music Education" survey, which acknowledges schools and districts across the U.S. for their commitment and support of music education in schools. This is the eighth time West Genesee has been recognized for this honor.  MORE

WGHS Decathlon Team Places 3rd at State Level

Posted on March 26, 2013

Congratulations to the Academic Decathlon's 3rd place finish at the New York State's Championship earlier this month. The team tallied a total of 25 medals.  MORE

West Genesee Hosts 5th Annual Culture Fair   

 Posted on March 6, 2013/Updated on March 24, 2013

The WG District-Wide Diversity Committee held the 5th Annual Culture Fair on March 23. A big thank you to our sponsors: the WG PTA/PTO District Council, Camillus PBA, West Genesee Food Services, Tops Friendly Markets, and Cam's Pizzeria. Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad.  MORE

CMS Students Learn About Different Career Opportunities   

Posted on March 24, 2013

CMS held the annual Career Fair on March 22. This is an annual event where students meet with community members to learn about different career opportunities. Thank you to everyone who helped make this a great success! Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad. 

Students at East Hill Elementary School are Scientific

Posted on March 23, 2013

East Hill's 3rd Annual Science Fair was held on March 19. Students in grades K-5 worked with their siblings, neighbors, ffriends, and family to create over 50 Science Fair projects. They were viewed by peers, parents and their families. Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad.   

West Genesee Middle and High Schools Welcome New Assistant Principals 

Posted on March 12, 2013

Richard Chapman was appointed on January 17, 2013, to the assistant principal's position at West Genesee Middle School, succeeding Stephen Dunham, who became the WGMS principal in July 2012. On March 11, Peter Blake began his position at West Genesee High School as an assistant principal. MORE

Split Rock Students are Scientific

Posted on March 8, 2013

On March 1, 135 students created 90 exhibits that were entered for judging in the Split Rock Elementary School Science Fair. Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad.   

 

WGHS Top Ten for Class of 2013 is Announced   

Posted on February 27, 2013

The Top Ten students of the West Genesee High School Class of 2013 was announced on February 26, 2013. For a list of the students in order of rank, go to MORE

Reminder... Kindergarten Registration is this Week!  

Posted on February 25, 2013

Parents should register their children at the school within their regular attendance area this week, February 25-28, and March 1 between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. West Genesee elementary schools are East Hill (487-4648), Onondaga Road (487-4653), Split Rock (487-4656), and Stonehedge (487-4633). For more information and immunization requirements go to MORE 

CMS Students are Scientific

Posted on February 7, 2013

On January 31, 57 students created 33 exhibits that were entered for judging in the Camillus Middle School Science Fair. Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad.   MORE

WGHS Band Director Honored by NYSBDA     

Posted on February 6, 2013

West Genesee High School Wind Ensemble Director, Andrew Perry, has been chosen as this year's recipient of the New York State Band Directors Association Richard Snook Outstanding Band Director Award. MORE

Jekyll and Hyde at the High School     

Posted on January 28, 2013

West Genesee High School students will present the musical Jekyll and Hyde, based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson, at the high school auditorium on February 7-8 at 7:00 p.m. and February 9 at 2:00 p.m.  MORE

Young Scientists Showcase their Projects at WGMS

Posted on January 14, 2013

On January 11, WGMS students displayed Science Fair projects that explained the results of their research to their fellow students, to judges, and to their families who came in the evening to view the exhibits. Click on the link below to view a video of the event, or click here if you are viewing on an iphone or ipad. MORE 

Students Learn Empathy from Reindeer Games

Posted on December 28, 2012

We hope you enjoy this video of Onondaga Road students playing cooperative "Reindeer Games" in the gym and in their classrooms. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

WGHS Students Honor Victims

Posted on December 18, 2012

West Genesee High School students got together after school today, Tuesday, December 18, in the gym to take a group picture in support of Sandy Hook Elementary School. Click here to view a larger version of the picture.

Congratulations Coach Colabufo and the Wildcat Hockey Team!!   

Posted on December 11, 2012

West Genesee Ice Hockey coach Frank Colabufo received his 300th career win as the Wildcats won over host Cortland/Homer, 4-0, in a Division I West contest on Friday, December 7. Way to go!!!

Math Mania at Onondaga Road Elementary School

Posted on December 3, 2012

On Thursday, November 29, Onondaga Road Elementary School teachers presented fun and useful activities for families to use at home to reinforce important Math concepts. Thanks also to the PTA for providing the needed supplies. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

Message from School District Dietician: Students Help Revamp Menus

Posted on November 27, 2012

We are excited to roll out our new December menu for each of our schools in the West Genesee District. We have put much effort into meeting the tough new federal nutrition standards for school meals, ensuring that meals are healthy and well-balanced and provide students with the nutrition and calories they need to get them through their school day. We were fortunate to meet with a great group of students who volunteered their time to help understand the guidelines and give feedback on what they would like to see on their menus.  MORE

No Standing By for Bullying at East Hill Elementary School

Posted on November 24, 2012

On Tuesday, November 20, East Hill Elementary School students dedicated their half-day before Thanksgiving working with staff, parents, and volunteers to learn about No Standing By for Bullying. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

Camillus Optimists Honor Students and Teachers 

Posted on November 14, 2012

Johna Halko and Mark Kopp at WGMS; Lauren Cahalan and Luis (Manny) Castro at CMS; and Maureen McInerney and Steven Ferguson at the high school were honored by the Camillus Optimists with the David Kenna Youth Appreciation Awards. Pamela Ciarla at East Hill, Dallas Barton at CMS, and Patricia Sullivan at the high school received the 2011 Joseph A. Witowski Teacher of the Year Awards.  MORE

Yes Virginia at West Genesee Middle School  

Posted on November 7, 2012

West Genesee Middle School will present the musical Yes Virginia on November 16 at 7:00 p.m. and November 17 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $6.00.  MORE

Finalists Move on to Post-Standard Spelling Bee 

Posted on November 7, 2012

West Genesee Middle School eighth-grade student, Russell Graziano faced-off against fellow West Genesee Middle School seventh grader, Collin Puchta spelling such words as filibuster and adjournment until Graziano emerged as the first place winner in the West Genesee Spelling Bee held on November 6. MORE

Stonehedge Elementary School holds Annual Turkey Trot

Posted on November 5, 2012

On Friday, November 2, Stonehedge held the Annual Turkey Trot. This year the students walked to support their fellow first grader, Abby Moore, who is battling Leukemia. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

WGMS Hosts a Career Fair

Posted on November 1, 2012

The eighth-grade students at WGMS had the opportunity today to talk with professionals from the community about their careers. To view a short video of the event, click on the link below. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

Wildcat Marching Band Wins their 32nd NYS Championship 

Posted on October 28, 2012

Congratulations to the Wildcat Marching Band for winning the NYS Championship with a score of 97.60! Way to go!!!!!  West Genesee 97.60; Norwalk (CT) 95.00; Victor 94.00; Arlington 92.90; Orchard Park 91.60; Liverpool 91.55; Webster 88.00; Cicero-North Syracuse 87.35; Oswego 86.25

Parent Portal is Open!

Posted on October 19, 2012

Any parent or guardian with an active email address in the West Genesee database now has access to the Schooltool Parent Portal.  An email was sent Friday, October 19, 2012 with a user ID and temporary password. If you did NOT receive an email with log-in information, click on MORE

U.S. Army All-American Marching Band Selects Shawn Davern, Trombone and Nicholas Piato, Trumpet

Posted on October 17, 2012

West Genesee High School seniors Shawn Davern and Nicholas Piato have been selected to be members of the 2013 U.S. Army All-American Marching Band.  They will join an elite group of musicians who will perform during halftime of the U.S. Army All-American Bowl at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.  MORE

Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) Approved by the State

Posted on October 2, 2012

The West Genesee Central School District's APPR has been approved by the New York State Department of Education.  The plan can be viewed by clicking on MORE

High School Students are Commended Scholars   

Posted on September 26, 2012

Seniors Caroline Spang, Stephanie Kenific, Emma Ryan, Jacob Pelton, Alexander Woodrow, Kenneth Brill, Jr., and David Castello who have been named Commended Students in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program. MORE

14th Annual Race for Respect is a Success!!!

Posted on September 23, 2012

The 14th Annual Race for Respect was a great success. Thank you to Assistant Principal Mike Free who coordinated the event, the Camillus Police Department, custodial and food service staff, all of the volunteers, and especially the community for their support. Here is a short video of the event. To view, click on the arrow below or click here if viewing from an ipad or iphone.

Students are Advanced Placement Scholars  

Posted on September 19, 2012

Sixty-three students and recent graduates of West Genesee High School have been named Advanced Placement Scholars by The College Board in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations. MORE

Students Score "5" on Advanced Placement Examinations 

Posted on September 19, 2012

Thirty-nine WGHS students had a total of forty-nine perfect scores on their Advanced Placement examinations in May.  MORE

Musicians to Perform in All-State Concerts

Posted on September 14, 2012

Twelve West Genesee High School musicians were accepted into the All-State Conference to perform in Rochester, November 29-December 2, 2012.  MORE

New Federal Nutrition Standards Initiate Changes to School Lunches

Posted on September 2, 2012

During the coming school year, expect to see important changes in school lunches nationwide.  School cafeterias are now required to meet new federal nutrition standards that aim to promote a healthy lifestyle.  These changes are planned to address the rising rate of childhood obesity as well as increased health complications in our population.  MORE

Parent Information for MyNutriKids Payments 

Posted on August 31, 2012

We have been informed that some parents/guardians have been experiencing troubles when trying to access and/or deposit monies using the MyNutriKids website.  The site is running, although experiencing periodic processing difficulties.  If you are unable to use the website, please feel free to send in lunch payments with your children during the first week of school.  MORE

Initial Pesticide Application Notification

Posted on September 1, 2012

New York State Education Law Section 409-H, effective July 1, 2001, requires all public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools to provide written notification to all persons in parental relation, faculty, and staff regarding the potential use of pesticides periodically throughout the school year.  MORE

West Genesee Middle and Stonehedge Elementary Schools Welcome New Principals

Posted on August 22, 2012

Welcome to our new principals! Stephen Dunham was appointed on April 4, 2012, to the principal's position at West Genesee Middle School, succeeding Earl Sanderson, who retired from the District at the end of June. On August 8, Brent Suddaby began his position as the Stonehedge Elementary School Gold principal for grades 3-5. MORE

West Genesee Orients New Teachers 

Posted on August 22, 2012

On August 20-21, new teaching staff participated in orientation and mentoring meetings. To view pictures of those teachers that participated in the program and who will be starting in the District this year click on  MORE

Thirty-Six Students Score 100% on Regents

Posted on August 7, 2012

Congratulations to the 36 West Genesee High School students who together received a total of 42 perfect scores on their Regents examinations in June. MORE

West Genesee PTA/PTO District Council is Again Sponsoring a School Supply Drive

Posted on August 6, 2012

The West Genesee PTA/PTO District Council is once again sponsoring a School Supply Drive. The purpose is to provide free school supplies for students in need of assistance who attend any school in the West Genesee School District. MORE

Marching Band is Highlighted in OnBoard News

Posted on August 1, 2012

The West Genesee High School Marching Band is featured in the latest edition of the New York State School Board Association news periodical, OnBoard. Check out the article by clicking on MORE

West Genesee Social Networking Communications Receive National Recognition

Posted on July 7, 2012

West Genesee Central School District is being recognized by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) in the Social Networking and Blog categories of their 2012 Publications and Electronic Media Awards program.  MORE