Holley Central S c h o o l D i s t r i c t

Soaring to SuccessVisit us on the web at www.holleycsd.org

a message from the District Superintendent

Welcome to the Holley Central School District. We’re pleased to provide you with this

brochure about our school district, giving you an overview of our programs and facilities.

Research shows there are many educational benefits for students who are part of small school

communities. In Holley, that rings true.

Our students enjoy small class sizes and a wide variety of sports, clubs, music programs and

activities. Our teachers and support staff work together to help each and every child who

comes through our doors to achieve educational success. And our community prides itself on

being involved in our school district and caring about our students. The students, in turn, have

donated many hours of community service as thanks to the towns that comprise our district.

Please feel free to gather information, ask questions, and most important of all, visit our

schools and meet the people. You’ll find that people who move to Holley stay in Holley

because of its small size and friendly atmosphere. Come be a part of that Holley spirit.

Sincerely,

Robert C. D’Angelo

Superintendent of Schools

We, the students, parents, staff, and community of

the Holley Central School District, will work together

to provide the opportunity and means for all students

to acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to

become responsible and productive citizens in a diverse

and changing society. The ideal is to instill a passion for

lifelong learning.

The District has in place a strategic process for continuous development,

review, and improvement of a relevant and innovative curriculum, which

challenges all students to achieve their maximum potential.

Our students thrive in a safe and stimulating environment that is conducive to

learning. They have access to the facilities, tools, and technologies necessary for

a quality education.

An effective communication system based on a student-parent-staff-

community partnership serves as the cornerstone for excellence in our schools.

Students, parents, staff, and community have confidence that resources are

wisely used and take pride in the quality of our education system.

our District’s Vision

our District’s Mission

our School District

Holley Central School District has a pre-K-12 student

population of 1,224. The elementary school population

is 628, the middle school 188 (grades 7 & 8), and the high

school 408. The middle school and high school students

share one building and the district office shares a building

with the single elementary school.

Students

District residents recently approved a Phase 2 $27.4

million capital project that will complete renovations at

the Middle School/High School; provide accessibility,

technology, and security upgrades at the Elementary School;

allow for the construction of a new bus maintenance

facility; and include an all-weather track, expanded playing

fields, and safe and adequate access and parking.

Facilities

Holley’s food service

program offers nutritional

breakfasts and lunches to

both students and staff.

Free and reduced price

breakfasts and lunches

are available to families

in need. Food service

also caters special

events for the school

community throughout

the year.

• Two principals

• Director of Student Services/Alternative High School principal

• Assistant superintendent for business

• Director of Special Programs

• Three social workers, and a prevention coordinator

• Guidance counselors at each building

• Certified staff of 127, support staff of 98

Staff and Services

Holley’s 26 school bus drivers transport over 1,200 students

more than 1,900 miles a day. The 50-square mile district has an

estimated total population of 10,000, including the incorporated

Village of Holley, significant portions of the townships of Murray

and Clarendon, and small portions of Albion, Barre and Clarkson.

Each of the school buildings has a full-time registered nurse on

duty to provide first aid and emergency services. The nurses also

do vision, hearing and scoliosis screenings regularly, as well as keep

track of students’ immunizations and childhood diseases.

our elementary Program

Holley Elementary School is a welcoming building

for grades pre-K through six. The student population is

approximately 630 and there are over 60 teachers, teaching

assistants, and teacher’s aides working with our students.

It is a true neighborhood school with families as active

members of the school community.

Our Response to Intervention or RTI program is

a building-wide initiative. We take great pride in this

program because it enables staff to meet all student

needs as soon as they are determined. RTI is a flexible

problem-solving model in which the school provides

timely assistance to students by matching the help

provided to each learner’s level or need. As a result, RTI

has led to a dramatic increase in reading scores.

Our New York State Testing Program scores have

continually risen every year to be the second highest in the

county. Our Scholars Program addresses student learning

deficiencies and prepares all students for success. Our

After School Study Hall is an option for students who need

extra assistance with homework. And our Student Support

Center offers a testing center, extra skill practice, and a quiet

environment in which to work during the regular school day.

Grades 3-6 are able to take part in a 10-week program

that introduces them to the Spanish language, giving

them an advantage when they begin full-time language

instruction in middle school.

Our learning environment is enriched with many clubs

and groups for students to join. The Elementary Theatre

Guild involves students from every grade level in the

presentation of full length plays.

our Secondary Program

Holley Middle School/High School (grades 7-12) offers

a solid core curriculum of state-mandated courses. We

offer college courses, technical training, and alternative

education to reach every learner. The Middle School and

High School, while sharing one building, have their own

identity and distinctly different programs. Holley students

continually meet or exceed state standards.

The district offers accelerated students the

opportunity to earn college credit while meeting graduation

requirements through a partnership with Genesee Community

College’s ACE Program. Students can earn up to 33 transferable

college credits in subjects such as: College Physics, English

Composition, U.S. History, Biology, Spanish 1 and 2, Calculus,

Computers, and Business. With the goals of enhancing the high

school learning experience and preparing students for the transition

to college and careers, our program can save the expense of up to

one year of college.

Students have an opportunity to explore any number of different

career and technical fields at WEMOCO Career and Technical

Education Center at Monroe 2–Orleans BOCES in Spencerport. Holley,

in cooperation with eight neighboring school districts, transports students

on a half-day basis to the Center located in nearby Spencerport.

Also offered to Holley students through BOCES 2 is the Career

Education Internship Program, which enables high school juniors and

seniors to investigate career options. Students spend 150 hours at the

career site with a selected mentor. As part of the Career Assessment

program at BOCES 2, students are provided with an understanding of

their career and technical interests, aptitudes and abilities.

Holley recently opened its own Alternative High School to serve

students who have difficulty functioning in the traditional school setting

for whatever reason. It is staffed by a principal, two teachers, a social

worker, two teaching assistants, and two instructional aides. The program

is within walking distance to the Middle School/High School, so students

can participate in extracurricular activities.

Holley offers a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities ranging

from academic clubs to interest clubs to athletics. Both Junior National

Honor Society and National Honor Society are well established at the

Middle School/High School, as well as a Masterminds team. Every spring

students can participate in a musical production. Students may also join

interest clubs such as Spanish Club and Student Council, or participate in

our athletic program.

Special ProgramsTo better accommodate the learning needs of all students, Holley

Central School District has adopted a school-wide approach called

Response to Intervention or RTI. RTI is a flexible problem-solving

model in which the school provides timely assistance to students

by matching the help provided to each learner’s level of need. RTI

organizes school intervention services into three levels or tiers.

Students with emerging difficulties in school are first given Tier I,

universal support. If that help is not sufficient, they are next provided

with Tier II, individualized assistance. Students with significant

school delays who do not respond to Tier I and Tier II interventions

may be eligible for Tier III, intensive support.

Holley Central School offers supports for struggling

or disabled students from general education to intensive

special class services. All children, regardless of ability

or unique need, are fully included in all school day and

extracurricular activities.

athletics

The Holley Central School District

interscholastic athletic program is built on

the qualities outlined in the district’s Code of

Conduct - responsible behavior, mutual respect,

concern for others, cooperation with others,

and personal excellence.

Holley offers athletes the opportunity to

participate in a total of 13 sports at the varsity,

junior varsity, modified, and intramural levels.

Holley teams consistently capture numerous

regional titles and Section V titles. The expectation

is for excellence both on and off the playing fields.

Photos by Rebecca Edwards

The Holley Parent-Teacher-Student Association actively supports the

students, staff, and community of the Holley Central School District. Each

year, the PTSA sponsors many student-centered events, such as the Spelling

Bee, Odyssey of the Mind, Parents as Reading Partners, Elementary Flag

Day Parade, Homecoming Parade, Field Days, Sixth Grade Moving Up Day,

and after school movies. In addition, the PTSA provides Senior Scholarships,

Kinder-Ready Kits, and student grants to assist students wanting to attend

conferences. The Board of Education “Meet the Candidates” Night and

Staff Appreciation Days are other activities supported by the PTSA. Parents

are encouraged to become involved. The Holley PTSA usually meets on the

second Wednesday of every month and the meetings are open to the public.

PtSa

The Holley Board of Education has nine members who

oversee district functions and facilities. Board members

are elected by district residents and serve without pay for

three-year terms. Board meetings are generally held the third

Monday of each month and are open to the public. District

residents are encouraged to attend.

Board of education

School district volunteers are an integral part of the learning

environment in Holley. That is why the Holley Board of Education

approved a volunteer program that makes it possible to compile a list of

regular volunteers and focus their help where it is most needed. As always,

any parent is welcome to volunteer in his or her child’s classroom.

Those interested in volunteering can obtain an application by clicking

on the link on the district website or picking up one in the District

Office. Some opportunities for volunteering include: assisting students

with projects, checking homework, preparing supplies for projects,

reading to children, and assisting in various areas of the school. Parents,

grandparents, community members, and high school and college students

are encouraged to apply.

Volunteers

Holley’s continuing education program offers a

variety of courses for adults. Senior citizens can take

nearly all of the courses free of charge. A course

catalog is mailed to all residents before the fall and

spring sessions.

Continuing education

RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIORUse of self control in their actions

MUTUAL RESPECTTreat themselves and others with care and consideration

CONCERN FOR OTHERSBe truthful, honest, and fair in their dealings with others

COOPERATION WITH OTHERSListen and work together

PERSONAL EXCELLENCEPut forth the best effort in whatever is attempted

The Code of Conduct can be viewed in its entirety at

www.holleycsd.org.

The Holley Board of Education

recognizes it has a responsibility to

students to provide for their academic

opportunity and well being, and to also

provide for their needs to successfully

interact in the world. The purpose of

the Code of Conduct is to promote

responsible behavior that creates an

orderly and safe environment. We expect

our students to show:

Code of Conduct

Welcome to the Holley School District. All new

students must register with the building secretary.

Questions concerning registration can be discussed with

the director of Student Services. The district requires

that a parent/guardian accompany the student(s) at

the time of registration. The following documents are

necessary to complete the registration process:

• Birth Certificate

• Immunization Record

• Social Security Number

• Parent or Guardian Identification (i.e. driver’s license)

• Proof of Residency

• Custody Papers (if applicable)

District registration Procedures

To learn more about the Holley community and surrounding area, visit www.villageofholley.org or www.orleansny.com.

living In Holley, new yorkThe Holley Central School District enjoys the best of both worlds. Located in Upstate New York

near the shores of Lake Ontario, Holley is a family-oriented community of rich farmland and affordable

country living between New York’s second and third largest cities – Buffalo and Rochester. The area

offers eight colleges and universities within 50 miles of Holley, including The College at Brockport, the

University of Rochester, Rochester Institute of Technology, and the University at Buffalo.

Along the historic Erie Canal and in the county of Orleans, the Holley area is noted for its bountiful crops

of apples, peaches, pears, grapes, berries and a wide variety of vegetables. Roadside markets and antique

shops can be found at every turn.

The Village of Holley is a tight-knit community, and for over 50 years, residents have come together every

Flag Day to watch Holley students parade into the town square, flags in hand, and hear the elementary

band and chorus perform.

Just a short drive down Ridge Road, U.S. Route 104, is Rochester to the east, with world-class museums

like the George Eastman House and Memorial Art Gallery, and businesses, such as Eastman Kodak

Company, Xerox and Bausch and Lomb. To the west, the city of Buffalo has two major league teams, the

Bills and the Sabres, and is just a few miles from Niagara Falls and about 90 miles from Toronto, Ontario.

Southeast of Holley is the beautiful Finger Lakes wine region.

The Holley area’s surrounding waterways and parks offer many opportunities for fishing, boating,

swimming, camping and picnicking. Golf is available at numerous public and semi-private courses nearby.

And skiing at Bristol Mountain or Swain is an easy drive from Holley.

Holley Central School District3800 North Main StreetHolley, NY 14470585-638-6316

Produced with the assistance of the Communication and Technology Services (CaTs)

Department at Monroe 2–Orleans BOCES.

editor and Photography: Grace Griffee

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