Elmira City Schools

Applications are now open for the 2026 Summer Youth Entrepreneurship Program at IncubatorWorks! This four week summer program is designed for 10th and 11th grade Elmira High School students who want to explore careers, connect with local entrepreneurs, and build real world skills for the future. Students will visit local manufacturers, businesses, and colleges while learning how to pitch ideas, think creatively, and plan for life after high school. Participants will also receive a stipend while they learn and grow throughout the program. Program Dates: July 6th through July 31st, 2026 Orientation is the evening of July 1 Location: 318 Madison Ave, Elmira Questions? Contact jderico@incworks.org Apply at the link in the comments!

Broadway Academy and Broadway Intermediate are participating in a cereal box collection for the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. Many of the students at Broadway Academy have volunteered for the foodbank this year and helped sort the various food items for the foodbank. We collected 55 boxes so far and would like to make our goal of 400 boxes by June 12th!

On June 12th we will celebrate with making a chain of all the boxes and knocking them down like dominoes before we donate the cereal.

CONGRATULATIONS to our Express Unified Basketball SENIORS! ❤️🖤🚂🏀 #GoExpress

🌟 Pause Time at Parley Coburn 🌟

At Parley Coburn, we believe every student deserves the chance to pause, reflect, and grow. That’s why we launched Parley Pause Time—a restorative, relationship-based support program run through our Dean of Students’ office. Meeting three mornings a week, it helps students start their day with structure, connection, and a focus on positive attendance.

Students use journals tied to Coburn Community Attributes, and build skills through restorative conversations. Just as importantly, they form strong relationships—whether through games, conversation, or simply spending time together. Students set goals and celebrate progress with incentives like Coburn Candy Fridays.

Since launching this year, we’ve seen meaningful growth. Pause Time reflects our commitment to helping every student feel supported, connected, and successful. #GoExpress

In February, Mrs. Kennedy’s 8th grade English students at Ernie Davis Academy didn’t just study the Holocaust—they connected with it.

As part of their unit, students learned about survivor Dr. Irene Butter (age 95) and were inspired to write her heartfelt letters… and they were deeply received. Her assistant read each one aloud to Dr. Butter and sent photos back to the class.

A powerful reminder: student voices matter—and meaningful learning goes far beyond the classroom. #GoExpress

CONGRATULATIONS to our Express Track and Field SENIORS! ❤️🖤🚂

🧪Congratulations to our two Elmira High School Chem Bowl teams!

Two EHS Chem Bowl teams competed in the 47th Annual Regional Chem Bowl Championship at CCC on Friday and represented Elmira City School District extremely well! The chemistry competitors were Ryland Currin, Maddyson Magno, Sloane Moss, Jacob Risley, Aiden Taylor, Jaden Valentin, and Aaliyah Wiesner.

We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and academic excellence. Way to represent EHS! ❤️🖤🚂 #GoExpress

Muffins in the Morning: Celebrating Mothers! 🧁☀️ Beecher Elementary was filled with smiles and special memories as students and their mother figures enjoyed a wonderful morning together celebrating the important women in their lives. 💐 A special thank you to Lights Bakery for catering the delicious breakfast and helping make this event so memorable for our Beecher families. ❤️ #GoExpress

☀️🎉 Broadway Academy Summer Camp 2026 is almost here!

Calling all outgoing and incoming 9th graders — get ready for a week packed with adventure, creativity, teamwork, and FUN! Campers will enjoy activities like geocaching, scavenger hunts, friendship bracelets, rock painting, outdoor adventures, and more!

📅 July 14–18, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📍 Broadway Academy

Spots are limited — register today!
https://www.elmiracityschools.com/o/broadwayacademy/page/broadwaysummercamp

Happy Mother's Day to all of the Mom's and Mother figures today. 💐

Announcing 2026 Elmira High School Senior Prom Royalty! Congratulations! 👑Ariahna Castle - Queen 👑Daeshaun Dash Harris - King #GoExpress

Congratulations to our Elmira Express Varsity Baseball seniors! ⚾️

Today, the inaugural meeting of the National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) Parley Coburn Chapter brought together 56 outstanding student leaders committed to academics, character, attendance, and service. In partnership with Together for Youth, students helped support Foster Care Awareness Month by preparing “Go Purple” coffee sleeves for local coffee shops. Members also presented their “Person of Influence” awards to adults who make a meaningful impact in their lives. We are so proud of this incredible group of Parley Coburn Cougars and look forward to their official induction later this month! #GoExpress

CONGRATULATIONS to our Express Boys Lacrosse SENIORS! ❤️🖤🚂🥍

Budget Hearing and Candidate Forum Monday May 11, 2026 at 5PM District Administration Offices 430 W Washington Ave., Elmira

For Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, Riverside Elementary's Occupational Therapist, Mrs. Hannah Bell had students create portraits of their teachers and staff—and they have brought so much joy! 😊

These heartfelt pieces show the care and effort our students put into celebrating the people who support them every day.🖼️

Thank you, Mrs. Bell, and to our incredible students for making our week so special! 💫 #GoExpress

Congratulations to our Girls Flag Football seniors!!! 🚩🏈

🐣🐥 It's Hatch Day in 1st grade at Pine City! Thanks Ms. Bush! #GoExpress

2026-2027 Budget Information and Board Candidates
Elmira City School District

-Budget Hearing: May 11, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (held at District Administration Building)
-Meet the Candidates Forum: May 11, 2026, Immediately following the Budget Hearing
-Public Vote: May 19, 2026, polls are open 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

The candidates for three open seats on the School Board, in order of position on the ballot:

Karah S. Sheahan
Caitlin A. Fields
Sara J. Lattin
Kellie A. Lowman

For more information visit: elmiracityschools.com/vote