Perry Central School District

One of our favorite holiday traditions at PES is the UPK's legendary hunt for the Gingerbread Man. This elusive creature has been evading classes for years, but not before sending them on a wild goose chase around the building. Today was the big day...and our students were ready! #PrideInTheHive

Willy Wonka famously said "The suspense is terrible...I hope it lasts."
But, for the nearly 50 cast and crew members of Drama Club's production of "Willy Wonka," the suspense is over! The group finally got to conduct a read-through of the script, and musical rehearsals begin this week. We're so excited! #PrideInTheHive

That's a wrap on the first day of the Perry PTSA's Holiday Gift Shop! Students had a blast today finding special gifts for their loved ones. Thank you to the volunteers! #PrideInTheHive

Miss Stephanie visited our UPKers this morning to share an Ag in the Classroom lesson on Santa's biggest helpers - not elves - but reindeer! Students made reindeer food to sprinkle outside on Christmas Eve to help Rudolph and the crew find their houses. The lesson also included taste-testing white and chocolate milks, and deciding which they would leave out for Santa. Of course, students received some cookies for dunking! #PrideInTheHive

On Saturday, 18 of our elementary students had the opportunity to participate in the annual Shop with a Cop event at Warsaw Walmart. Thanks to the Wyoming County Sheriff's Foundation, Inc. and local donations, each child received $75 to spend on anything in the store. Members of the Warsaw and Attica FFA chapters had fun activities set up for participants, and Santa even visited! Thank you to all who continue to work to make this a special event for students in our county, including countless members of local law enforcement, Warsaw Walmart, the WCSF and generous donors, and many more! #PrideInTheHive

Life is filled with choices. During today's D.A.R.E. lesson with 7th graders, Mr. Masci asked students to discuss their short-term and long-term goals. One student wants to work at McDonald's when old enough, another hopes to join the NBA, another wants to go to college. Mr. Masci reminded students that their choices today have consequences that directly impact their goals. D.A.R.E. isn't just about drug and violence prevention, and also includes lessons that guide students into good decision-making. #PrideInTheHive

Wow! Mrs. Emerson's HS Ceramics students studied Greek pottery before setting out to create their own vessels. They added "sgraffito," the decorative technique of scratching a surface to expose the under layer. Thanks to Xander and Aidan for sharing their work. #PrideInTheHive

Mrs. Peace is offering free Makers' Market Workshops to HS students again this holiday season. Yesterday, during 10th period in the Sr. High Library, students had the opportunity to make handmade felt ornaments. The next projects will include clay ornaments and faux stained glass. These sessions are a new holiday tradition that have attracted a faithful following among students. #PrideInTheHive

After learning about polymers, monomers, and the complex chemistry of plastics, Mrs. Consler's 8th grade science students set out to make their own. They used milk, white vinegar, and cheesecloth to create casein plastic, one of the first types introduced into mainstream production. #PrideInTheHive

We love seeing our UPKers so excited about their new books in library that they immediately ask Ms. Wilkie to read them! #PrideInTheHive

On Friday, Mrs. Borek's 3rd graders each created a Thanksgiving Spoon of Thanks. The goal is to have students pass the spoon around their Thanksgiving tables, allowing each guest the opportunity to share what they are thankful for this holiday season. Hopefully, this little tradition will help families feel thankful, connected, and full of happy memories each Thanksgiving. #PrideInTheHive

Our 2nd graders are celebrating Thanksgiving in style! Students and adults are marking the upcoming holiday by wearing their "fancy" clothes today and eating lunch together in their classrooms. To top it off, they have the opportunity to enjoy the traditional turkey dinner prepared by our food service staff! #PrideInTheHive

We caught our indoor track and field teams taking to the halls last night during practice. Coach Ohlson and Coach Evans have 45 student-athletes competing this season. With four individual Section V champs crowned last year, we're excited to see what this group can do!!! #PrideInTheHive

Thank you for the overwhelming response to our Stuff the Turkey Thanksgiving Food Drive! Tomorrow (11/14), the final day, is dedicated to bringing in canned goods like broth, gravy, applesauce, veggies, and cranberry sauce. Of course, if you'd like to bring in starches or baking ingredients, items that were collected yesterday and today, we won't turn those away. Together, we can ensure that all of our families have a happy holiday season. #PrideInTheHive

During his Veterans Day presentation at PES this afternoon, U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Tanner Dettman challenged our elementary students to have a simple conversation with a veteran. Let them tell stories about their time in service, ask questions, be engaged in a conversation.
It was an honor to have SSG Dettman at PES today, along with the many veterans who joined us for breakfast this morning. Saying 'Thank You' never feels like enough when expressing appreciation to those who served and sacrificed. So, in following SSG Dettman's advice, we challenge you to give a veteran the ultimate gift - your time. Stop and chat, ask to help with yard work, buy a meal, shake a hand - these are simple gestures that would mean so much to a veteran. #PrideInTheHive #ThankYouVeterans

Last week at the National FFA Convention, Abbey Paddock, a 2024 PCS graduate, was presented with her American Degree, the highest honor that the National FFA awards. The degree is earned by less than 1% of members who demonstrate outstanding achievement in agricultural education, leadership, and service.
To make this achievement even more special, Abbey is one of only four Perry FFA members to earn the honor. The last PCS recipient was Beth (Spencer) Lamb in 1981. The previous two recipients were David Wells in 1964 and Donald Martin in 1947. You've made your Alma Mater and community proud, Abbey! #PrideInTheHive

We caught Mrs. Huttar's Ag, Food and Natural Resources students doing some clean up in the high tunnel this morning. The group is hoping to plant a winter short-season crop like carrots or beets. #PrideInTheHive

Mrs. Baker’s 1st graders were having a blast with Ms. LaForge and Ms. Rast this morning while reading “Seven Blind Mice” by Ed Young. The book gives a modern retelling of the classic tale, and students found it fun to act out the story. We love to see our students so excited about a book! #PrideInTheHive

While in Albany, Principal Belkota and the other Principal of the Year recipients were honored at the Board of Regents meeting today. As you may recall, Principal Belkota was named the 2025 NYS Middle School Principal of the Year, which was announced last school year. #PrideInTheHive

PCS Families,
Because of the continued overwhelming success and support of this initiative and a growing need to support food insecurities for our District families, our PPT teams have decided to again work to provide Thanksgiving meals for our families in need.
We will be hosting our 3rd Annual 'Stuff the Turkey' food drive with the goal of creating meal kits for identified families. Please see the below flyer describing the food drive & collection days.
Our faculty and staff will be fundraising behind the scenes, but we need your help to collect the listed items on those given days.
Thank you for supporting our neighbors during this holiday season! #PrideInTheHive