South Seneca Central School District

Good afternoon South Seneca Students, Staff, Parents and Community, With the school year newly over and our graduates planning for their next steps, our focus is already turning toward the upcoming 2025–2026 school year. We’d like to take a moment to inform you about two important statewide changes that will take effect on September 1, 2025, and how our district is preparing to implement them. 🌡️ Classroom Temperature Limits – Effective September 2025 - New legislation mandates that classroom temperatures be monitored and must not exceed 88°F. The district is currently assessing our facilities and operational plans to ensure full compliance with this requirement. On particularly hot days, we may need to shift to half-day schedules or other alternatives. Should such changes be necessary, we will communicate them with families well in advance and with clarity. 📵 Ban on Internet-Connected Personal Devices During the School Day – Effective September 2025 - Also beginning in September, a new statewide ban will restrict the use of personal internet-enabled devices—such as smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets—during instructional hours. School-issued technology used for educational purposes will still be allowed. However, all personal devices with internet access will need to be turned off and stored away throughout the school day. We are in the process of crafting a district policy in response to this law and would value your input as part of our community. Please take a moment to complete a short survey to share your thoughts and help guide our planning 👉 Cell Phone Ban Survey https://forms.gle/dahDZLXYEZ51cF748 (if you would like a paper copy, they will be available in the district office for pickup starting July 7th) We appreciate your continued partnership and support as we work to ensure a strong and successful start to the new school year. With appreciation, Kyle Colunio Superintendent South Seneca Central School District

These Falcons ended the on a ROLL! #foreverfalcons

It's been over a week since the Class of 2025's graduation, but we are still celebrating them!

Here is our annual Graduation Newsletter!

https://www.southseneca.org/article/2294012

📢📢📢Summer Parking Update for Ovid Campus📢📢📢

As part of our ongoing commitment to campus improvements, we’ll be adjusting the traffic pattern on the Middle/ High School campus for the summer due to construction. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to create safer, more efficient parking areas on our Ovid Campus.

Magicians? Ice cream? Smiles? Yeah, our Elementary School has been ending the school year in STYLE. 🙌🙌🙌 #foreverfalcons

Our latest edition of High School Staff & Student of the Month! #foreverfalcons

If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the returnables from your graduation celebrations, the Class of 2026 is here to help! We'll pick them up for you - no hassle, no mess. All proceeds benefit the Class of 2026! To schedule a pickup: 📞 Contact Jessica Northrup at (607) 342-4020 📞 Or Tera Stagg at (607) 351-1810

Juneteenth is a day to reflect on the past, and celebrate the future.

We are hiring an Annual Instructional Substitute for Grades 9-12. You can apply via the link below: https://olasjobs.org/public/job-details/SSEN0349611-0000

Good Morning Falcons, Our MS/HS campus lost power but it has been restored. Our backup generator will allow for regents testing to continue as planned, in the event that it goes out again. Students still need to report for their scheduled afternoon exam. We appreciate your support. Please contact the HS main office if you have any questions.

Let's hear it for these Graduating Falcons! #foreverfalcons #classof2025 💛🖤

Join us next Monday night! #foreverfalcons

Do you have a child who will be 4 years old by December 1, 2025? We're excited to welcome our newest little Falcons to the South Seneca family! Our Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program offers a fun, nurturing, and engaging start to your child's educational journey-focused on building early literacy, social skills, and a love of learning. Call (607) 869-9636 to request your registration packet and get more information. 📢💛🖤

Let's hear it for these Falcons! #foreverfalcons

We are hiring a 186-Day Instructional Substitute in grades 9-12. You can apply via the link below: https://olasjobs.org/job-details/SSEN0347493-0000

Today, we remember and honor those who served.

Let's hear it for these Falcons! #foreverfalcons https://www.southseneca.org/article/2221216

South Seneca High School's Vocal Jazz ensemble traveled to Six Flags Darien Lake on Monday, May 19 to participate in Music Fest. The group performed three songs from their Spring Concert for an adjudicator. They received verbal and written feedback from the adjudicator. Vocal Jazz received a score of 98.2, which is the highest score Vocal Jazz has received in their 10 years of operating as a Show Choir. Sylvia Brock (12th Grade) received an "Outstanding Soloist Award" for her solo in "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" Mrs. Kyla Perry, Vocal Jazz Director, received an "Outstanding Accompanist Award" as well. Vocal Jazz is a select, auditioned ensemble that meets during the school day. Mrs. Kyla Perry teaches the music to the class and Mr. Chad Eastman, who also teaches science at South Seneca, teaches choreography to the students for each song. Vocal Jazz has been operating as a Show Choir since the 2014-2015 school year. Let's hear it for these Falcons! #foreverfalcons

Please see the attached announcement for an important announcement from the Superintendent. #forever falcons

We are hiring a full-time Transportation Supervisor/Bus Mechanic. You can apply on our website or through civil service below: https://www.southseneca.org/page/employment https://seneca-portal.mycivilservice.com