Arkport Central School's Richard P. Chubon Chapter of the National Honor Society hosted a fundraiser to raise money for C.U.R.E., a Childhood Cancer Association. C.U.R.E. provides financial assistance and gifts to families who are coping with cancer and other blood disorders. The chapter, with the help of the Arkport Community, raised $1,500 to donate. Mrs. Dutcher, C.U.R.E's development coordinator, accepted the money on behalf of the childhood cancer association.
ACS bus involved in minor accident
This afternoon, an Arkport Central School District bus returning from a field trip was involved in an accident. Wayland Fire Department and Emergency Response Teams responded. Emergency services medically cleared all students on the scene.
The Arkport Central School District wants to thank the Wayland Fire Department, Emergency Services, and the faculty and staff of Arkport for their quick and efficient response today.
We would also like to thank all the parents affected for your patience. Your cooperation ensured we were able to follow our safety procedures effectively.
We are happy to report that the students on the bus are safe and reunited with their families.
Ninth grade earth science and college biology classes rafted through Letchworth State Park. As they paddled down the river, students experienced the local geology and ecology. Did you know that Letchworth is known as the “Grand Canyon of the East”? The Genesee River roars through the gorge over three major waterfalls, surrounded by lush forests, making it one of the most scenically magnificent areas in the eastern U.S.
On Tuesday, May 9, 6:00 p.m., there will be a budget hearing, with the board of education meeting immediately following. It will be held in the chorus room; the public is welcome to attend.
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This past weekend Ibrahim Ford hit the qualifying time to compete at the New Balance Outdoor Nationals in the freshman mile. The time to beat was 4:37.50 and he ran 4:37.22 - an elite time for a 9th grader! Ibrahim currently ranks 6th in NYS for all freshman and is 3rd in school history!
Thank you to Sammy, Payton, Corbin, and Mya for doing a fantastic job with morning announcements in April!
Adopted from Lollipop Farms, JoJo became the animal science program’s first pet. Deciding she needed a better habitat, seventh grade students worked in teams to create a design that would meet the requirements to keep JoJo healthy. After completing their project plans, they voted to select the best habitat to meet JoJo’s needs. Congratulations to the team who received the most votes: Jasmine King, Mackenzie Liles and Tabby Derrenbacker!
Students in Miss Shutt’s sixth grade science class charted the characteristics and observations of different rock types, especially when conducting an acid test. As they continue exploring to find out why some rocks bubbled when reacting with acid, they’re learning that science really rocks!
Do you know what the national animal of Scotland is? Well, some of the teams from last week's first-ever Student Government Trivia night had that answer and many more! The trivia night was open to the public, and we had twelve teams of four. Fun was definitely had by all! Keep on the lookout for trivia nights returning next school year.
*By the way, it is a Unicorn.
Attention Arkport families: Arkport's Summer Camp registration will start this Friday, April 28, 2023, at 6:00pm on Family ID. Look for a flyer and informational letter to come home with your child in their backpack on Friday. This letter will contain all the information you need to know about the camp. Summer Camp is for current Arkport students enrolled in grades Kindergarten—Fifth grade. Registration will go from April 28th-May 5th.
ACS has an opening for a full-time Senior Typist. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation to: Meg Khork, HR Manager at Arkport Central School District or to mkhork@arkportcsd.org. For questions call 607 295-7471 ext: 1416.
The board of education will hold a regular meeting that will include the BOCES Budget at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19 in the board of education room. The public is welcome to attend.
The board of education work session scheduled for Wed., April 12, at 6:00 p.m. has been changed to a regular board meeting. This meeting will be held in the board of education room and the public is welcome to attend.
Thank you to Mya, Tabby, Kiera, Joe, and Brennan for doing a great job with announcements in March!
Check out the what is being offered this week in the cafeteria!
The annual elementary Lego Show was a big hit this year! There were 93 student participants, whether as teams or individuals. Door prizes were awarded to pre-K students Maximum Warriner and Antoni Anzures Reffitt and second grade student Cael Gemmel. Much thanks goes to Laura Buisch, for starting and organizing the Lego Show through the PTSO! After running the event for many years, she will hand the event over to the Student Council, who will keep the tradition going.
Thank you to local author Kevin Kurtz, who recently visited Arkport elementary to speak to students about the writing process and to read his book, “A Day in the Salt Marsh.” And thank you to Blue Jay Reading program leader Mrs. Cassie Kowalcyk for coordinating the visit. Blue Jay Reading is running the spring reading challenge. Elementary students have been challenged to read 100,000 minutes to increase their reading fluency. If they reach their goal, the can select a consequence for Mrs. Smith. Rumor has it that a slime dump or an overnight on the roof might be in her future!
Recently the Yorkers group had the amazing opportunity and honor to meet a WWII and Korean War veteran, Richard “Dick” Bondi. He shared his experience on a U.S. submarine, from eating and sleeping to close calls and lost friends. The students asked insightful questions and were on the edge of their seats. The Yorkers are a revived history group composed of sixth grade students; they have dedicated this year to learning about the history of our school, our town, our state and country. Richard Bondi was an inspiration to this group of Arkport students!
The seventh grade animal science class learned about responsible pet ownership from the owners of Grand View Canine Care, Patricia Robords and Cassandra Robords Bauer. Mrs. Bauer and Mrs. Robords, who is an ACS graduate, discussed the importance of regular pet grooming. The students ended their grooming unit by grooming Kuma, a deaf Australian shepherd.
