Tenth grade biology students were treated to an in-school field trip as they participated in a DNA Electrophoresis lab. Electrophoresis is a process in which enzymes are used to break up DNA into fragments, which are then put into a gel solution and studied. “If you watch CSI, you see them using this technique; it’s …
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Weedsport Central School District will be purchasing new technology for classrooms as New York State has approved the District’s second Smart School Investment Plan submission. The state’s Smart Schools Bond Act allows funds to be allocated to school districts for the purpose of improving learning and opportunity for students. Weedsport will receive $231,650 for the …
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Congratulations to Makayla Foltz and Jenna Guzzo for being named valedictorian and salutatorian of their class! Makayla Foltz is the valedictorian for the Class of 2023. Makayla said while at Weedsport, she’s learned the importance of working hard to get the results you want. “Giving your best always pays off,” said Makayla. “Even if your …
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Seventh and eighth graders were treated to a special, hands-on science lesson with a guest speaker. Dr. Robert K. Druger, MD, an eye physician and surgeon, facilitated a two hour session for all students in both grade levels. Their learning involved: Anatomy and function of the eye Diseases of the eye Solutions to proper eyecare …
Five out of six Weedsport winter sports teams are being recognized by NYSPHSAA as Scholar-Athlete teams this year. To reach Scholar-Athlete status, the team’s average GPA for 75% of the roster must be greater than or equal to 90. The girls bowling, boys and girls basketball, swimming and diving, and volleyball teams all reached the …
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The Weedsport Central School District will offer free breakfast and lunch to ALL students, regardless of free/reduced lunch status, for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year. This is possible due to some recently changed guidelines from New York State. The District will now be allowed to cover the cost of all students that previously did …
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The Weedsport Jr.-Sr. High School spring musical is just around the corner! Students are preparing to perform “Once Upon a Mattress.” Opening night will be Friday, March 17th at 7:30 p.m., with a second show at the same time on Saturday, March 18th. Performances will be held in the Jr.-Sr. High School Auditorium. If you …
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Due to potential weather issues on Wednesday, February 22nd, both the boys and girls sectional basketball games planned for that day will be moved to Thursday, February 23rd. The girls varsity basketball team will be playing Port Byron at 5:30 p.m. The boys varsity basketball team will be playing Tully at 7:30 p.m. Both games …
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Weedsport Central School District celebrated a jump in year-to-year graduation rates from 2021 to 2022, according to the NYS Education Department. Weedsport is one of four districts in the Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES region to see an increased graduation rate, while five schools in the region saw year-to-year decreases. Weedsport tied for the highest graduation rate out …
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Our winter student-athletes are preparing to compete in upcoming sectionals match-ups. Basketball Both the boys and girls basketball teams will play in a double-header at home for their first round of sectionals. The girls were named #1 seed, and will play at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 18th. The boys team is #4 seed, and …
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