Preparing, Challenging, and Inspiring
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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!
The 2026 Prom was on May 23, 2026, at The Breezeway Barn in Perry, NY.
The prom court was announced near the end of the evening.
Zach Bauer and Leah Cuozzo were named Prom King and Queen.
Brody Pangrazio and Brianna Parsons were named Prom Prince and Princess.
Prom Duke and Duchess are Alex Fraser and Sophia Hatfield. Prom Lord and Lady are Alan Hastrich and Cecelia Biondo.
This year's Best Dressed award went to Yeriel Diaz Pena and Jordan Ra,y and bringing the fun to Prom 2026, Life of the Party went to Evan Reimer and Lily Emerson.
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! 
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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.
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May 28, 2026
Hello YCS Families!Senior Tessa Rodwell would like to invite everyone to a fun evening for a good cause.She organized a Golden Knights powder puff game between the Juniors and Seniors, here at the ...
May 26, 2026
And it’s here! The YCS 2026 yearbook has arrived!The YCS 2026 yearbook was unveiled this morning. The book beautifully captures the people, events, activities, and memories that made 2025-2026 a gr...
May 20, 2026
The Elementary School Book Fair is June 1 - 5, 2026 and we need volunteers to assist during times when the students visit the fair. Please sign up to volunteer using THIS LINK.
May 20, 2026
We are utilizing ParentSquare to reach our Varsity athletes. Please ignore this message if you do NOT have a Varsity athlete. The York All Sports Boosters Club is holding the Awards Banquet on June...
May 20, 2026
Thank you voters!
May 16, 2026
Dear YCS Families,Our much loved Character Carnival is coming soon - June 4, 2026. Thank you to our many sponsors and donors who support this wonderful activity for our students and families. We co...
May 11, 2026
Monday, May 11, 2026 - Annual Budget Hearing and presentation of the proposed 2026-2027 school budget. The Board of Education candidates will introduce themselves. Meeting will be held in the Ivan ...
What Makes Us Great
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
