On behalf of the Elmira Heights Central School District I would like to welcome you to our website. I hope that you find the information contained here both informative and helpful.

Our district is committed to providing a well rounded curriculum designed to meet the needs and interests of our students. In addition, our curriculum is supported by a variety of opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities in athletics, the arts, clubs and service organizations.

Our success would not be possible without the support of our community. We have very active organizations that support our schools and continually encourage parents to become involved in our numerous school committees that address school improvement issues.

I thank you for your interest in our schools. I hope that you will visit our site often to learn about the exciting things happening throughout our district.

Michael Gill
Superintendent

The Elmira Heights Central School District encourages all:

• to enter with high expectations.

• to teach and learn through responsible, cooperative effort.

• to leave with confidence in our ability and pride in all we do.

• All students learn in their unique way.

• Parents play a key role in the development of their child.

• Each student must share the responsibility for his/her own education.

• All students develop attitudes and skills necessary to function as an integral part of an ever-changing society.

• All students must be provided with the curriculum, instructional methods, and adult expectations which challenge them to perform at their best.

• Clear expectations and measurable learning outcomes are necessary for learning.

• A positive, safe and nurturing environment is necessary for learning.

• The entire community is critical for the success of the educational program.

Graduates of the Elmira Heights Central School District should be able to:

• Apply knowledge
  The graduate will demonstrate the knowledge and attitudes to apply academic and technical skills and critical thinking and problem-solving processes in their personal and vocational lives.

• Demonstrate global awareness
  The graduate will demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes to function effectively in a global community characterized by ethnic diversity, multi-culturalism and economic-political interdependence.

• Adapt and initiate change
  The graduate will demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes to manage change effectively and responsibly in an ever-changing society.

• Utilize life skills
  The graduate will demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be a successfully contributing member of society combining communication skills, personal attributes and ethics.