BOARD APPROVES 2016-2017 DISTRICT CALENDAR The Central York School District Board of School Directors on Monday, February 22, 2016 approved a calendar for the 2016-2017 School Year. The first day of school for students will be Wednesday, August 24, 2016. The last day of school for students will be Thursday, June 1, 2015.
To view a copy, please click here. The complete District Calendar of Activities and Events will be available later this year. |
CALENDAR UPDATES FOR 2015-2016
Due to the January/February 2016 weather-related school closings, Central York School District will now be in session on the following Weather Emergency Make-Up Dates:
- Monday, March 28, 2016
- Monday, April 18, 2016
- Monday, June 6, 2016 (New Last Day of School for Students)
Please note: The Board plans to approve a Graduation Date for the Class of 2016 at its March 2016 Regular (Action) Meeting.
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BOARD SEEKS TO FILL VACANCY
INTERESTED DISTRICT RESIDENTS SHOULD APPLY BY MARCH 7
Central York School District Board of School Directors has a vacancy due to the February resignation of one of its members. The Board will fill this vacancy, in accordance with the law, which states that a vacancy must be filled by a majority vote of the remaining Board members. This appointment must take place within 30 days, or by March 21, 2016. The appointed Board member will serve until the first Monday in December following the next municipal election.
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CENTRAL YORK HIGH SCHOOL HOSTS BAND FESTIVAL
Central York High School will host the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association Region V State Band Festival from March 10 through 12, 2016. The festival will showcase 125 of the very best musicians from high schools in Pike, Monroe, Northampton, Lehigh, Berks, Schuylkill, Carbon, Lancaster, Lebanon, Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, Franklin, and York counties. The band will be guest conducted by Prof. Dennis Glocke, director of bands at The Pennsylvania State University.
There will be a concert at 2PM Saturday, March 12, in the High School Auditorium. The concert is open to the public. Tickets are $8 and will be on sale at the concert. The box office will open at 1PM and auditorium doors will open at 1:30PM.
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CENTRAL YORK LIBRARY COUNCIL TO HOST READ-A-THON
The Central York High School Library Council will host its 5th Annual Read-A-Thon for Central York School District students in grades K-3 Saturday, March 19, in the High School Library & Learning HUB. The CYHS Library Council is devoted to encouraging and promoting literacy and would love to share the joy of reading with the younger members of our district! Join us for a fun-filled day with reading, matching crafts, snacks & activities! Click here to download more information and a registration form.
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DISTRICT ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH T.W. PONESSA
SCHOOL-BASED THERAPEUTIC COUNSELING SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE AT MIDDLE, HIGH SCHOOL
Why The Need Central York School District's Student Assistance Program members - including School Guidance Counselors and School Social Workers - as well as faculty, staff and administrators are aware of a growing need for additional mental health support services for learners of ALL ages throughout the District. Frequently, there are barriers to parents/guardians providing students with access to mental health care outside of the school due to work schedules or transportation issues during the school day. |
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CYSD FAMILIES INVITED TO FREE IMOVIE WORKSHOPS
Have you ever wondered how friends and family members make amazing photo collages and videos? You can, too! Be creative as a family. Bring your favorite photos and family members and learn how to create fun videos using the iMovie app. No experience necessary!
Click the link below to learn more and register, today!
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UPDATE: IMPACT OF RECENT STATE LEGISLATION ON KEYSTONE EXAMS & GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Grove, Assistant Superintendent, with any questions or concerns at rgrove@cysd.k12.pa.us or by calling (717) 846-6789, ext. 1210. |
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PARENTS, GUARDIANS INVITED TO ATTEND "MASS CUSTOMIZED LEARNING" FORUMS
Central York School District invites you to learn more about "Mass Customized Learning" and our efforts to customize the education experience for our K-12 learners.
Please mark your calendar and plan to attend one of our upcoming, informal conversations about customized learning and what it means for Central York School District and your learner and family.
MCL Parent/Guardian Forums March 24 - 10AM & 6PM April 20 - 10AM & 6PM May 18 - 10AM & 6PM
You do not need to RSVP for any sessions. All forums will be held in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center, 775 Marion Road, York.
We hope you can join us! |
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SPRING AQUATICS REGISTRATION OPEN
Central York School District's Community Aquatics Program offers many opportunities for community members of ALL ages to use the Central York Natatorium for recreation and learning!
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CYSD WILL OFFER iPAD WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES THIS SPRING
Central York School District will hold a series of workshops for families interested in learning more about some of the commonly used iPad applications (apps) in school and at home.
Save the date & plan to attend one of three workshops focused on Notability, iMovie and Google tools. These sessions will help you learn more about how the apps are used to support learning and how you can have fun with them (and your child) at home! |
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CYSD, COMMUNITIES THAT CARE SPONSOR UPCOMING WORKSHOPS FOR FAMILIES
Central York School District and Central York Communities that Care will sponsor a seven-week series of workshops titled "Strengthening Families" from March 3 through April 14 at Hayshire Elementary School. The series of workshops will include both parents/guardians and children and focus on skills for building stronger family relationships. Child care is provided for younger siblings, and a free family meal will be offered at the start of each weekly session. |
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ATHLETIC PHYSICAL FORMS & INFORMATION NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
Central York School District's Athletic Training Department has important physical forms that must be completed by ANY student athlete interested in participating in one of the District-sponsored Spring 2016 athletic opportunities. Each year, PIAA regulations require all student-athletes receive a physical examination prior to participation in interscholastic athletics.
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR 17TH ANNUAL CYHS PTO VERA BRADLEY/COACH BINGO
Central York High School PTO will once again host a Bingo Fundraiser to benefit the 2016 CYHS PTO Post-Prom Party. The CYHS PTO Post-Prom Party is an alcohol-free, all night event held immediately after each CYHS Prom as a safe and fun alternative for high school students.
The Bingo will be held Sunday, March 20, 2016 at Central York High School, 601 Mundis Mill Road, York. Doors will open at noon and games will begin at 1PM. |
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