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Preparing, Challenging, and Inspiring Every Day!

Tradition and innovation co-exist every day in our school. We are proud of our academic excellence, innovative curriculum, champion athletics, and award-winning fine arts.

York Central School appreciates the outstanding support of the community and we are proud to carry on the traditions of the York Golden Knights!

 

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Odyssey of the Mind Can & Bottle Collection

Poster for a Can and Bottle Drive, with event details and colorful graphics.

Kindergarten Information Meeting April 28, 2026

A flyer for a Kindergarten Information Meeting at York Elementary School, featuring children and text.

Kindergarten Information Meeting
Tuesday, April 28 at 6 p.m.
M/H Library
Questions? Email Jennifer Koch at jkoch@yorkcsd.org or call the Elementary School Office 585-243-1730

NYS Assessments Schedule

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Water Aerobics at York CSD

A promotional flyer for water aerobics features people in a pool and text.

April 20 – June 4, 2026

We will have water aerobics on Monday/Wednesday/Thursday (occasional Tuesday) from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. There are no swim activities during school recesses, holidays, and emergency school closing days.

Morning Swim

A swimmer in a pool is featured in a promotional image for morning lap swim.

Morning Swim Tues & Thurs mornings
6 a.m. to 7 a.m.
York HS Pool (Enter at the A wing door near football field)
 

Prom 2026 - A Night in Hollywood

Prom Night poster with a Hollywood theme, featuring red curtains and a marquee.

It's a Hit! A Big Hit with the Audience

It's A Hit! Elementary School Play Cast

Let's hear it for the amazingly talented cast of It's a Hit! They hit their performance out of the park.

The 2026 York Elementary School production was a musical of innings and winnings with an emphasis on WINNING!

Congratulations to Elementary Music Teacher Miss Dessert, her assistants, the cast, and everyone who had a role in this successful, fun show.

The future of York Central School Music Department performances looks very bright! 💜 York Purple Heart💛 York Gold Heart🎶 Graphic music notes

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April 28, 2026

A Lot of Good News to Share!

Hello YCS Families - We have a lot of good news to share with you! Please be sure to open the attached documents and photos.2026 Best Communities for Music for the Third Consecutive Year!YCS receiv...

April 14, 2026

Instrument Donations Needed

Dear Families,The York School Music Department is asking for instrument donations. It's spring cleaning time! do you have an instrument that you have not played in a long time? York students will p...

March 11, 2026

Welcome to ParentSquare!

Our school is using ParentSquare! We are excited to let you know that this year we'll be using ParentSquare to communicate with you at the school, and in your classrooms and groups. ParentSquare pr...

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What Makes Us Great
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Tradition and Innovation: The Golden Knights Way

York Central School is  nestled in the beautiful Genesee Valley where epic golden sunrises and sunsets appropriately symbolize our school mascot, The Golden Knight!

Tradition and innovation exist side-by-side. We are proud of our academic excellence, innovative programming, award-winning fine arts, and community spirit. Our school is the center of the community where students are known by name, and lifelong connections are formed between families, staff, and neighbors.

York Central School is competitively ranked among our neighboring districts. We are a U.S. News & World Report’s Best High School

and received the distinctive Best Communities for Music Education Award. Our strong academic and enrichment programs foster students’ curiosity and critical thinking skills. 

Points of Pride

K-12 STEAM Opportunities
Top Performing Odyssey of the Mind Program
Over 20 Genesee Community College Courses
Seven Advanced Placement Courses
Award-winning Fine Arts Programs
Sectional and State Champion Athletic Teams

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