• Capital Project Update

    Dear Homer Schools Community, I hope that you are looking forward to the weekend and have plans that include family and friends.  I am writing to share a brief update on the progress being made with our capital project.   Initial work has begun on both the Elementary and Intermediate/Junior High campuses.  Crews have begun their work that will continue through this construction season and conclude in the fall of 2024.  We are excited for the process, but know that with it comes some inconvenience.   As a reminder, both the Elementary and Intermediate/Junior High complexes are closed for the summer.  Please do not attempt to use any district grounds at either of these locations.  I would hate to see anyone being injured because they were in and around construction debris or unsettled ground.   We will provide weekly updates that include pictures of the work being accomplished.  Click on the link below to see what has happened in just five days!   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XhjxwswvuBtH5NiJ3w_i5hyrglj2f7WH/view?usp=sharing Thank you for your willingness to invest in the present and future of Homer Schools!  Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Friday, Jun 30 2023

  • 2023 Graduation Information

    Dear Homer Schools Community, I am writing to update you on our plans for today's graduation ceremony.  After reviewing the most current forecast information this morning, we are proceeding with plans for graduation at 10 a.m. on Butts Field. Students should plan to line up by their senior banners by 9:45 so that the ceremony can begin promptly at 10 a.m. The stadium will open at 9 a.m. for family members wanting to attend graduation. Parking will be available in all of the high school lots. Individuals with mobility issues may want to use the lower lot at the corner of Center and Park Streets. The Center Street gate will be open to the stadium to make entry easier. We will also have small utility vehicles assisting with moving guests in need of assistance from the parking areas to the graduation venue. Thank you and see you soon! Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Saturday, Jun 24 2023

  • 2023 Graduation Information

    Dear Homer Schools Community, I am writing to update you on our plans for Saturday's graduation ceremony.  At this time our graduation ceremony is on as planned. After reviewing the most current forecast information this afternoon, we are proceeding with plans for graduation at 10 a.m. Saturday on Butts Field. Students should plan to line up by their senior banners by 9:45 so that the ceremony can begin promptly at 10 a.m. The stadium will open at 9 a.m. for family members wanting to attend graduation. We will evaluate conditions one last time Saturday morning. Should the forecast change, a message will be sent by 8 a.m. communicating any change in plans. At this time, our gymnasium and auditorium have been set up and will be ready should we be forced inside. We expect to be able to welcome over 2,000 guests to the Class of 2023’s graduation ceremony regardless of weather. Parking will be available in all of the high school lots. Individuals with mobility issues may want to use the lower lot at the corner of Center and Park Streets. The Center Street gate will be open to the stadium to make entry easier. We will also have small utility vehicles assisting with moving guests in need of assistance from the parking areas to the graduation venue. Thank you and CONGRATULATIONS to the HOMER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2023! Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Friday, Jun 23 2023

  • End of Year Medication Pickup

    Dear Homer Schools Community, Below, please see an important message from our wonderful school nurses.   End of Year Medication Pick-Up Information The end of the school year is quickly approaching!     All unused medications must be picked up by the end of the school year.  Unless your child has current permission to self-carry their medication, the school cannot allow your child to bring the medication home themselves. If you need to make special arrangements to pick up medication, please call to make arrangements.   Medications, not picked up, will be discarded on 6/21/2023 @ 3:45pm. Contact your school nurse with any questions.      Important Information to keep in mind for next school year: New medication forms for both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications must be signed every year by a health care provider and parent/guardian. Medication   must remain in the properly labeled pharmacy or original OTC container.  The parent/guardian is responsible to have the medication delivered directly to the school in a properly labeled original container by an adult.    If your child has rescue medications for respiratory conditions, epinephrine auto-injector, or insulin, glucagon, and related diabetes supplies, there must be a provider written permission which includes an attestation that the student has demonstrated the ability to self-administer  and written parent/guardian consent.  We request that you ask your pharmacist to give you a  second identically labeled container  for any prescription medications your student will take at school. We also request that you bring  small unopened containers of any OTC medications  that your child will take. This will allow the School Nurse to send these medications on field trips and comply with New York State laws pertaining to medication storage.   Medication forms are available on the district web site or may be obtained from the school health office. Your healthcare provider may use their own form if desired.    Thank you in advance for your cooperation,      Your Homer School Nurses: Janie Connery RN/Nhia Clark LPN Elementary Nurses  Kim Carmicheal RN Intermediate Nurse Susan Thorne RN Junior High Nurse Michele Carpenter, LPN Float Nurse Julie White RN High School Nurse Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Tuesday, Jun 13 2023

  • Outdoor afterschool activities cancelled

    Dear Homer Schools Community, I wanted to let you know that we are cancelling any  outdoor afterschool activities planned for today, June 8, 2023.  While the air quality issues have improved, pollutant levels are still above acceptable levels.   Any activity planned for indoors will proceed as scheduled.  This includes the OCM BOCES Career and Technical Education/New Visions Ceremony scheduled for the Bonne` Auditorium at 6 p.m.  The doors open at 5:15 p.m. We are hopeful that the skies continue to clear and we can return to normal operation tomorrow.  Take care and thank you for entrusting your child's education to us. Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Thursday, Jun 08 2023

  • Afterschool/evening activities cancelled for 6/7/23

    Dear Homer Schools Community, Due to the continued poor air quality brought on by the wildfires in Quebec, Canada, we are cancelling all after school/evening activities for today, June 7th.  This includes both indoor and outdoor activities.  Additionally, all activities today are taking place within school buildings.    Take care and thank you for entrusting your child's education to us.   Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Wednesday, Jun 07 2023

  • No afterschool/evening activities for 6/6/23

    Dear Homer Schools Community, Due to the poor air quality brought on by the wildfires in Quebec, Canada, we are cancelling all after school/evening activities for today, June 6th.  This includes both indoor and outdoor activities.   Take care and thank you for entrusting your child's education to us.   Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Tuesday, Jun 06 2023

  • Air Quality Issue

    Dear Homer Schools Community, I am writing to notify you that due to the poor air quality, we will have students remain in the school buildings today.  I has asked that students not be outside for recess or Physical Education classes.   As you may know, the wild fires in Quebec and the flow of air in the upper atmoshpere have carried smoke into our area.  We will continue to monitor the air quality throughout the day and will determine if any after school activities will be affected.  Take care and have a great day. Blue Pride! Click Here to Get Involved New to ParentSquare or need help?   Click Here

    Tuesday, Jun 06 2023