May 7, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton High School Staff Member has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a staff member located in High School has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and we... READ MORE >
Applications for absentee ballots for the district’s May 18th annual vote must be submitted by Tuesday, May 11th to Dineen Snyder, Secretary to the Superintendent Dineen Snyder. The application can be found online (CLICK HERE)or by contacting the Ms. Snyder at (585) 213-4303, Applications for absentee ballots must be submitted to the secretary to superintendent... READ MORE >
May 6, 2021 A student located in Wayland Elementary has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in the Wayland Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we have begun the contact tracing protocol to identify individuals who may... READ MORE >
May 6, 2021 A student located at Cohocton Elementary has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in Cohocton Elementary has tested positive for COVID-19, May 5. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and... READ MORE >
A student located in Wayland-Cohocton Middle School and a staff in PreK Program at Cohocton Elementary have tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in Wayland-Cohocton Middle School and a staff member located at the Cohocton Elementary (preK program) have tested positive for COVID-19. In... READ MORE >
May 3, 2021 A Wayland Elementary student, a High School student and a PreK Staff Member at Cohocton test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in Wayland Elementary School and a PreK staff member at the Cohocton building have tested positive for COVID-19. In addition, a high school student... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Cheerleaders will host a chicken barbecue on Tuesday, May 18, during the annual school vote, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. All tickets are presale. Meals will be picked up at the HS cafeteria entrance near the fieldhouse. School employees can pick up meals in the cafeteria. Tickets are $10 and include a 1/2 chicken, mac salad, salt potatoes, roll. Tickets... READ MORE >
On May 18th, the Wayland-Cohocton District will hold its annual school vote from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Middle School gymnasium. The vote will include propositions related to the general budget, a capital improvement project, the renewal of the vehicle and equipment reserve fund, the public library tax levy and candidates to fill one Board of Education... READ MORE >
April 27, 2021 A student located in Wayland Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in Wayland Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol... READ MORE >
On May 18, Wayland-Cohocton District residents will vote in the annual school vote from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The vote will be held in the Middle School gymnasium (COVID-19 masking and social distancing guidelines apply.) Among the propositions is a capital improvement project designed to maximize State aid, with no impact to the local tax levy, to continue the... READ MORE >
High School Honor Roll: Grade Nine: Cadence Ames, Anna Ammarell, Markus Brehm, Catherine Carney, Charlotte Coats, Elijah Currier, Edwin Del Angel, Sarah Didas, Hailey DiSchino, Claire Donlon, Lillian Downs, Ashley Feely, Charles Feinman, Morgan Gunderson, Sarah Hart, Nickolas Henry, Jacob House, Lakota Johnson, Amelia Kimmel, Wyatt Mastin, Wes Morrell, Haley... READ MORE >
The last Wayland-Cohocton supply pick up for 100% remote learners will be on Tuesday, May 11 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the fieldhouse parking lot. This pick up is for all remote learners K-12. Families are asked to display am 8x11 sheet of paper in the passenger side window with each child's name written on it. This helps to keep the line moving quickly. READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton’s Theater Group presents Help Desk by Don Zolodis and directed by Matt Bondgren and Mary Peaty. Families of the cast and crew were invited to two live performances and a video presentation is being made available to families from 7:30 p.m. Thursday until 9 p.m. on Friday. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE RECORDED SHOW. (This recording will only be available... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton’s Theater Group will take to the stage this week to present Help Desk by Don Zolodis. This delightful collection of vignettes will be presented to family and friends in a closed performance on Thursday and Friday evening. But don’t fret! The show will go on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. and can be viewed through Friday at midnight. After that,... READ MORE >
April 8, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton Elementary student has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that an elementary school student has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and we were able to... READ MORE >
Below you will find a link to the Wayland-Cohocton Spring Newsletter which will arrive in your mailboxes in a few days. In the meantime, there is some important information included in the publication we wanted the community to have immediate access too. We will post this newsletter to the website and WC Facebook pages as well. As always, please contact the school... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Central School will host a virtual information meeting on Thursday, April 8 at 6 p.m. about a proposed capital project. The capital project will go before district voters on May 18. Information to access the meeting is provided below, Additionally, the chat feature of the Zoom meeting will be turned off, but residents are welcome to email... READ MORE >
On Monday, April 5 the Wayland-Cohocton District will host an in-person informational meeting regarding a proposed capital project that will go before voters during the annual school vote on May 18th. The meeting will be held in the Performing Arts Center (PAC) at 6 p.m. (Guests are asked to wear masks and social distance in the PAC.) Below is an informational... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Athletic Department is pleased to announce Athlete of the Month for March is Justin Schwab, Class of 2021. Justin is being recognized for his contributions to the basketball team. The Athletes of the Month program is sponsored by Wegman's, The Hornell Evening Tribune and the WC Athletic Department. Coaches nominate athletes from their individual... READ MORE >
As earlier stated by the NY State Governor’s office, domestic travelers will no longer be required to quarantine, or be tested, after entering New York from another US state or US territory starting April 1. While no longer required, the NYS Department of Health still recommends quarantine after domestic travel as an added precaution. Mandatory quarantine remains... READ MORE >
New York (NY) Project Hope Provides Free Emotional Support NY Project Hope is New York’s COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline which helps New Yorkers understand their emotions and reactions during COVID-19. They provide an emotional support helpline, educational materials, and referrals. Project Hope helps people manage and cope with changes brought on by... READ MORE >
Pandemic Parenting: Helping Kids Manage Anxiety During COVID The Mental Health Association in NYS (MHANYS) is hosting a FREE webinar for parents on 3/24 at 7:00 pm about parenting strategies to support anxious children during the pandemic. This workshop provides concrete skills for communicating with children, managing strong emotions, supporting children in... READ MORE >
Become an effective advocate for your child's success in school - Registration now open! READ MORE >
This message was emailed to families on Sunday, March 14, 2021. March 14, 2021 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families, It was exactly one year ago on March 13, 2020 that our world as we knew it changed drastically. COVID-19 certainly has impacted everyone’s lives, but especially our students and all students across the country. I want to thank all of you that... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton announces that registration for the 2021-2022 kindergarten program is open. Children who will be five years on or before December 1, 2021 and residents fo the Wayland-Cohocton District are eligible to enroll. Please call to establish your residency in the district as soon as possible: Sandy Schmidt at (585) 728-3547 or sschmidt@wccsk12.orgRoseMary... READ MORE >
Registration for Wayland-Cohocton ProAction Head Start Prekindergarten has opened for the 2021-2022 school year. Applications are now being taken for children, including those with special needs, who will be four years old on or before December 1. PreK provides a curriculum-based school readiness program designed to help children develop physically, emotionally,... READ MORE >
We hope you enjoy this short film celebrating Music in Our Schools Month and the opening of the Performing Arts Center. This film was created by Flying Baby Productions to highlight some of our performing arts students and the new facility. Each student was filmed individually to respect COVID-19 health regulations. Enjoy. READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton wants to remind families of COVID-19 travel guidelines as spring break approaches. Guidelines are established by the Steuben County Department of Health in conjunction with those created by New York State. “Because of our community’s careful adherence to regulations, we have managed to keep our numbers of positive cases very low at... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Teachers Association will host a chicken barbecue on Thursday, April 15th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is a presale only event with curbside pick-up at the high school cafeteria entrance near the fieldhouse doors. The meal, which is catered by Smitty's, includes a half-chicken, mac and cheese, baked beans, roll and desert. Each meal is $10. Tickets... READ MORE >
March 4, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton MS student has tested positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a middle school student has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and we were able to identify... READ MORE >
Meal Services available Friday, March 5 Yesterday Wayland-Cohocton announced that ALL students will be remote and learning asynchronously on FRIDAY MARCH 5, 2021. No students will be physically present on either campuses on this day. The announcement also stated that no meal services would be available. However, the district Food Services program will be able to... READ MORE >
March 1, 2021 Dear Parents/Guardians, Approximately four weeks ago, on February 4, 2021, we held a COVID-19 vaccination clinic here at Wayland-Cohocton in conjunction with the Steuben County Department of Health, Quinlan's and the Wayland Family and Sports Medicine group. We were fortunate that we were able to vaccinate over 100 of our employees on that day.... READ MORE >
February 26, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton Middle School student tests positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a middle school student has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and we were able to... READ MORE >
February 25, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton Middle School student tests positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a middle school student has tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing protocol immediately and we were able to... READ MORE >
There will be supply pick-up for Wayland-Cohocton 100% remote learners on Tuesday, March 2 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the field house parking lot. This is for grades K-12 and there is no specific time slot by grade level. Please hang a piece of paper in a passenger-side window with your child’s name on it in order to keep the line moving quickly. READ MORE >
February 8, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton District employee and a HS student test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a District employee and a HS student have tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben and Livingston County Departments of Health we were able to begin the contact tracing... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Middle School students have access to a new website, Learning to Lead. The site will have students learn more about themselves, about one another and about the potential they have to be a leader in their school community. The site can be found in the 7th and 8th grade classroom cafés (accessed through their chromebooks) from their fifth or sixth... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE for Wayland-Cohocton February District E-Notes READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton announces middle school second quarter honor and merit rolls: MIDDLE SCHOOL SECOND QUARTER HONOR ROLL: Grade Seven: Maxwell Brown, DeonnaMarie Butler, Henry Caskey, Ethan Davison, Mattie Deusenbery, Landon Dickerson, Lyla Drum, Olivia Feely, Naava Gibson, Kylee Gunderson, Gwenevieve Hargrave, Ethan Loop, Arieanna Loper, Hailey Martin, April... READ MORE >
February 1, 2021 A Wayland Elementary employee and an Elementary student test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a Wayland Elementary staff member and a Wayland Elementary student have tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with Steuben County Department of Health we were able to begin contact... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Central School MISSION: To ensure high levels of learning for all students. VISION: To continuously develop our capacity to function as a collaborative culture. Excellence Starts Here! ANNOUNCEMENT The Wayland-Cohocton Board of Education has called a special board meeting that will take place on Monday February 1st, 2021 at 6:00pm. The... READ MORE >
The Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for Monday, January 25th, 2021 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 26th at 6 p.m. in the LGI. The change is to accommodate the move to remote learning and temporary closure of the campuses. If attending the meeting, please wear a mask and respect COVID-19 health guidelines. All attendees are asked to sign in... READ MORE >
Due to the need to move all students to remote learning through Monday, the supply pick-up for 100% remote learners has been moved to Thursday, January 28th from 3 to 5 p.m. in the field house parking lot. ALL GRADES MAY COME ANYTIME. This supply pick-up is for students who are %100 remote learners all of the time. READ MORE >
Yesterday the Wayland-Cohocton District shared some information about mail availability from other districts and food pantry information. Here is some additional information that you may find useful that was not available last night when we sent out the message: Springwater: Food Pantry Open Saturdays from 9-11. All WC District residents eligible, Located next to... READ MORE >
Good evening, In light of our short term closure and our food service department being impacted, there are three neighboring school districts that have offered to help provide FREE meals to any family that is interested and/or in need. The name of the school district and their contact information are listed below. Using the contact information provided please... READ MORE >
This information was emailed to our District Families a few moments ago. If you did not receive an email, please contact your child's school office to update your information. (Offices will not be answering phones until Tuesday, January 26.)January 19, 2021 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families and Community Members: Today we learned of 2 positive cases that have... READ MORE >
This message was emailed to emailed to families this morning. If you did not receive the email, please contact your child's school office to update your information. Thank you. January 19, 2021 A Wayland-Cohocton District employee and a HS student test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a District employee... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE to read January eNotes from Superintendent Mrs. Feinman READ MORE >
There will be a supply pick-up for 100% Remote Learners on Tuesday, January 26 from 3-5 p.m. for grades K-12 in the Field House parking lot. There are no scheduled times by grade level. Please display a piece of paper in the right hand side window of the car with the students’ names and grades. READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Central School District is pleased to announce we will be offering the Encompass After School Program again this year for students in the Middle School, grades 5-8. This program is made available through a partnership among Wayland-Cohocton Central School District and EnCompass Resources for Learning, a non-profit academic outreach agency. This... READ MORE >
January 8, 2021 An employee located in the WC Elementary School and a MS student test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that an employee located in the Elementary School and a MS student have tested positive for COVID-19. In collaboration with the Steuben and Livingston County Departments of Health we were able... READ MORE >
January 6, 2021Three employees located in the Wayland-Cohocton district test positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that an employee located in the High School, one in the Middle School and one at the Cohocton Campus have tested positive for COVID-19. All three of these individuals began to experience symptoms over the holiday break... READ MORE >
Does hybrid learning have you stressed out? Is 100% remote learning leaving you feeling isolated or alone? Join us and other families as we talk about tips, tools and strategies to help us get through this challenging time. Each week we will have a topic for discussion and opportunity to build connections and support. Groups start in January.Contact Bridget... READ MORE >
December 31, 2020 Wayland-Cohocton High School student tests positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in the High School has tested positive for COVID-19. All contacts at the school have been notified. As always, we will continue with the appropriate protocol and procedures required to ensure the safety and... READ MORE >
This information was emailed to all WCCS families. If you did not receive the email, please contact the school district on Monday to update your contact information. Thank you. December 19, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families and Community Members: As we near the December holiday recess, our circumstances with the Coronavirus continue to evolve, change and create... READ MORE >
This message was emailed to district families. If you did not receive the message, please contact your child's building office and update your information in order to receive important information.December 18, 2020 A second employee located in the WC High School tests positive for COVID-19The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that an employee located in... READ MORE >
This message has been emailed to district families. If you do not receive emails, please contact your child's office to update your contact information. December 15, 2020 An employee located in the WC High School tests positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that an employee located in the High School has tested... READ MORE >
This message was sent out to families and staff earlier today. December 12, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families: The District was made aware late yesterday afternoon that one employee in our Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. We immediately began the contact tracing process and in collaboration with the Steuben County Department of Health were... READ MORE >
This information has been emailed to families in the district. December 11, 2020Wayland-Cohocton High School student tests positive for COVID-19The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that a student located in the High School has tested positive for COVID-19. All contacts at the school have been notified and no other staff members or students were... READ MORE >
Congratulations to these students who are recognized for earning honor and merit roll recognition. Middle School Honor Roll: Grade Seven: Ean Abel, Hope Ammarell, Carl Baverstock, Jue’el Bradley-Smokes, Maxwell Brown, Henry Caskey, Ethan Davison, Mattie Deusenbery, Landon Dickerson, Lyla Drum, Olivia Feely, Dana Fraim, Naava Gibson, Gwenevieve Hargrave, Garrett... READ MORE >
December 9, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families, A couple of administrative changes have been made at Wayland-Cohocton to address vacant administrative positions. With our current concerns with the decrease in our State Aid, we made the decision to shuffle some responsibilities among the current administrative team instead of hiring an additional person. With... READ MORE >
December 8, 2020 Dear Community Members: I wanted to update you on the current financial challenges facing the district. As you probably know by now, Governor Cuomo announced over the summer, after school budgets had been passed, that school districts could see a reduction in state aid up to 20%. We saw that occur in our first few aid... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE for district updates READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Central School will have a winter five-week supply pick-up for 100% remote Kindergarten through grade twelve learners on Tuesday, December 15, 3 to 5 p.m. at the field house parking lot. *Each car must have a 8.5x11 piece of paper with each student's name and grade written in big, bold letters with a black marker. Place paper in right hand side... READ MORE >
Livingston County FOODLINK INFO: Foodlink will be at the Springwater Fire Department on December 16 at 10 a.m. This is a drive-through event for residents of Livingston County. People are asked to arrive with a piece of paper including the number of kids, number of household members over 18, number of household members over 65 years of age; the household’s zip... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton would like to thank Wayland Rotary for attempting to plan the fun family event Christmas in Wayland. Today Rotary made the decision, due to rising COVID-19 numbers in the region, to cancel the 2020 event. Wayland-Cohocton appreciates Rotary's continued effort to providing safe and fun activities for families and partnering with community efforts to... READ MORE >
This message was emailed to all of our families today. If you did not receive the email, please contact your child's school office and update your information.From: Superintendent Eileen FeinmanDecember 2, 2020 An employee located in the Wayland-Cohocton Middle School tests positive for COVID-19 The Wayland-Cohocton School District has learned that... READ MORE >
The Board of Education Diner Day for Saturday, December 5 at Simply Autumn's in Wayland has been cancelled due to increasing numbers of positive COVID-19 cases in the region. The Board of Education members are thankful to Simply Autumn's for hosting the event and will reschedule when public health requirements have been lessened. The Board of Education is... READ MORE >
Wayland Rotary will host Christmas in Wayland on December 3 from 4 to 7 p.m.A few Wayland-Cohocton staff will be helping out at the hot cocoa booth which benefits Coats for Kids, an effort Rotary has been supporting with proceeds from the event. Coats for Kids helps children in the district who are in need of emergency coats, boots, hats and mittens.Please... READ MORE >
This information was sent to families and staff on Sunday afternoon, November 22, 2020.November 22, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families, This letter is to inform you that a member of our staff at the Cohocton Campus has tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member notified the District immediately upon receiving the test results this afternoon. We are still... READ MORE >
The message was sent out to families and staff on 11/18 via email. November 18, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families, This afternoon, we were notified that a staff member in our Elementary School and a second staffer in the Middle School have both tested positive for COVID-19. The last date that those two individuals were on our campus was... READ MORE >
The Wayland-Cohocton Athletic Department is pleased to announce fall student athletes that have been selected as LCAA All Stars and Exceptional Seniors for the Fall 2020 athletic season. Fall Exceptional Seniors: Jaden Rocha (soccer), Justin Schwab (soccer), Hannah Fairbrother (soccer), Julia Zastawrny (soccer), Miranda Cartwright (soccer), Sydney Wetherbee... READ MORE >
This message was emailed to district families today:November 16, 2020 Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families, As you are aware, the rate of COVID-19 infections is rapidly increasing throughout Western New York. Governor Cuomo has developed a new strategy of monitoring and responding to outbreaks of new cases within a limited and definable geographic region, which... READ MORE >
Below is an excerpt from the Superintendent's Message sent out on Sunday evening. There are parent support videos for Class DoJo and Google Classroom to assist families. There is also included some important aspects of the Full Remote Learning Plan in the event that WC has to go to a fully remote learning model due to COVID-19 developments. (These would be directed... READ MORE >
Members of the Wayland-Cohocton Board of Education will be at the South End Diner located at 8148 South Main Street in Springwater on Saturday, November 7 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Patrons of the South End Diner are welcome to visit with board members or have their questions answered about school events, policies or current challenges, particularly those relating to... READ MORE >
UPDATES WILL CONTINUE AS WE RECEIVE THEM: Currently only low/moderate risk Winter programs have been given the clearance to start. We will hold off the registration of high risk sports pending further guidance from the DOH and NYSPHSAA. Modified Swimming will begin on November 9 Varsity Boys Swimming will begin on November 30 Registration for these Winter... READ MORE >
Some WCCS Elementary staff and faculty had a fun time creating this video for their students during National Fire Safety Week. We know the kids will have fun watching it too! Thank you to the Wayland Fire Department for helping out. There are some great reminders in here for everyone! Remember students - keep safe! READ MORE >
Due to a number of considerations related to COVID-19, Wayland-Cohocton will NOT host ski club at any level during the 2020-2021 school year. However, Swain Ski and Snow Sports is offering student pricing packages for students that would like to ski with their families during the winter. CLICK HERE FOR SWAIN'S STUDENT PACKAGES, INFORMATION and PAPERWORK. READ MORE >
This message went out to families today: Dear Families: Parent - teacher conferences are fast approaching. In order to help keep our community keep safe, all conferences will be virtual. Families will be able to utilize their own family devices or their students’ Chromebooks to access the meetings. Below is a link to a short video that will explain how the... READ MORE >
The M.S. Scoop: October Community Newsletter Each month the Wayland-Cohocton Middle School will be sharing important information and resources with our MS families via The M.S. Scoop. We are excited about utilizing this new platform to enhance our communication and celebrate the wonderful accomplishments of our MS students. Click on the link above. #EaglePride READ MORE >
Beginning Monday, October 19 families with students learning from home (either hybrid or 100% remote learners) will be able to pick up meals at the Cohocton campus, in addition to the Wayland campus. When ordering meals, simply select the location where you will pick up the meals. Pick-up will be at the cafeteria doors of the Cohocton Elementary school from noon to... READ MORE >
A family in the district received a message from Canisteo Greenwood with no information identifying the district by name. The information stated that the district was closed due to a COVID positive staff member. THIS IS NOT WAYLAND-COHOCTON. Mis-information is spreading throughout the rumor mill on social media. This is NOT WC. Classes will be held on Thursday,... READ MORE >
This information was emailed to families this moring: Dear Families: Below you will find a link to a new set of flow charts illustrating the process for student illness and the return to school for any actual or suspected health concerns. These were provided by the Health Department and will be updated to the Forms and Info section of the school's website building... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton will livestream home events for varsity girls and boys soccer and girls swimming during the fall season to its new Facebook page. The link for that page is : https://www.facebook.com/WCEag...Other schools will be livestreaming competitions for Eagle away games. Information about livestreaming can be found on the athletics calendar found by going to... READ MORE >
A second supply pick-up has been scheduled for 100% remote learners on Tuesday, October 6 in the field house parking lot. Scheduled times for grade levels have been established to reduce wait-time. If you have have multiple children, please come during the time scheduled for your youngest child. Students should receive confirmation from teachers if they have... READ MORE >
Below are the dates for the school pictures. Additional information may be forthcoming in regards to retake days. The procedure and/or dates for the 100% remote learners has not been worked out as of yet, but will be posted by the district as soon as it has been completed. In-Person Hybrid Schedule School Picture DatesWayland Elementary: Friday, October 2 -... READ MORE >
On Friday, Wayland-Cohocton received a comprehensive flow chart from the County Health Department with updated information on what happens when a student or staff fails a health screening. This information was provided on Friday and updates any previously posted or utilized charts or information. The chart can permanently be found: On the school's website... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE for the MS Yearbook Order Form. If you have questions, please contact Mr. Tim Lynah at TLynah@wccsk12.org READ MORE >
The following letter was emailed to families this evening. If you did not receive the full contents of the email are below. If you have questions, please contact the Athletic Office by telephone as provided in this information. Dear Eagle Athletes and Families Interscholastic athletics will resume as of September 21st for JV & Varsity teams and September 28th for... READ MORE >
After watching the impromptu morning drop-off traffic directing, a parent and member of the Wayland Fire Department offered the loan of safety vests for the individuals out helping kids get out of cars and those directing traffic. Thanks for showing that EAGLE PRIDE and continued generosity toward the district! Thanks WFD! READ MORE >
STEAM Timber Frame Teachers Rob Hughes and Jim McLaughlin have received the New York State School Boards Association (NYSSBA) Champions of Change recognition. “It has come to our attention that there is a creative program in your school district that deserves recognition - Finger Lakes Museum Pavilion STEAM building project - and we would like to pay tribute to... READ MORE >
Families are reminded that during school hours, the playgrounds, fields, track and other outdoor school facilities are not open. Children who are on their remote learning days in the hybrid model, are 100% remote learners, or are home-schooled, are reminded that playgrounds in particular are closed until 3:30 p.m. on school days The track and other outdoor athletic... READ MORE >
CLICK HEREfor a video describing how families can support the at-home learning for their students whether for hybrid at-home days or 100% remote learning. READ MORE >
Click here to view the MS Virtual Orientation Videos READ MORE >
Watch the video below or CLICK HERE. READ MORE >
This information was emailed to families this evening. The email from SNAP for the health portal will come sometime tomorrow.To Wayland-Cohocton Families: Please watch the short video about your child’s return to school. It is a brief overview of what they will see in the buildings and the attendance and health screenings that are currently required. CLICK HERE... READ MORE >
This information was sent out in an email to families today: To All Parents & Families of Wayland-Cohocton Central Schools, The food service team has worked with school administration to develop new processes to feed our students and your children nutritious meals in the safest way possible! At this point, the USDA has approved free meals for ALL students through... READ MORE >
If you are a 100% Remote Learning this is an opportunity to pick up supplies and a hot spot, if requested as well as have your Chromebook checked and maintained. READ MORE >
Please remember that during school hours Wayland-Cohocton playgrounds, fields, courts, tracks and other outside facilities are reserved for the use of school programs. This is particularly important for COVID-19 tracing and applies to both campuses. Please don't use the facilities for family use or during remote learning days during school hours, when school is in... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE to read a Welcome Back message regarding the opening of school relative to middle and high school students. (This message was emailed to families of middle and high school students.) READ MORE >
On August 31, 2020 the USDA issued a press release stating it is extending free meals until December 31, 2020 or until the funds appropriated by Congress are exhausted. Our interpretation is that meals will be free to students. Congress may also appropriate more money to feed students past December 31, 2020. We will fully communicate any changes on... READ MORE >
THIS EMAIL WAS SENT TO ALL DISTRICT FAMILIES (8/31). IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE IT, OR DO NOT HAVE AN EMAIL ON FILE, YOU CAN FIND THE INFORMATION HERE. IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN RECEIVING SCHOOL EMAILS, IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT YOU CONTACT YOUR CHILD'S BUILDING OFFICE AND HAVE AN EMAIL ADDED TO YOUR CHILD'S CONTACT INFORMATION. Dear Parents: Please find attached links to the... READ MORE >
The information that was sent out yesterday from BOCES regarding CTE schedules was incorrect. WCCS students WILL attend CTE (Career and Technical Education) on BOCES on Mondays and Tuesdays. READ MORE >
We appreciate the feedback regarding the Registration Process for the return to school. We are including in this communication a link to help you understand What Learning Will Look Like. (CLICK HERE). While this may still leave you with some questions, this should provide some idea of what the structure of your child’s learning time will look like. We will continue... READ MORE >
Governor Andrew Cuomo hosted a conference call and provided updates on New York State’s COVID-19 response. During the phone call, Governor Cuomo stated:Schools are authorized to reopen.The state will continue to monitor infection rates.The New York State Department of Health and New York State Education Department will approve reopening plans.Districts must... READ MORE >
Families are encouraged to look over the attached information and if they meet the income guidelines, complete the application and return it to school. Only one application per family is necessary. If you already are receiving some services you may need only to enter identification numbers from those programs. Assistance is available by contacting Rebecca Schorer... READ MORE >
Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families and Community, As you well know, we submitted our reopening plan to the NY State Education Department last week and yesterday, Governor Cuomo announced that all schools in New York, in every region, could reopen following their reopening plans. Additional requirements to do that include the following: Hold three (3) virtual... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton is currently looking for eligible candidates for bus drivers cleaners and school substitutes and primarily teaching substitutes for the classroom. There are currently full-time bus driving positions open, which include benefits. Training will be provided by the district. Bus Drivers School Substitutes School Cleaners General Employment... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton announces that there is a position of registered nurse for the high school nurse's office currently open. The position has a September 1, 2020 starting date. Salary is as established in the Wayland-Cohocton ESP contract. All interested RN's can apply by submitting a non-instructional civil service application to Wayland-Cohocton Central School,... READ MORE >
Dear Wayland-Cohocton Families: July 31, 2020 Since we closed on March 13, 2020 our goal at WCCS has always been to get everyone back as safe as possible, as soon as possible. The physical and social emotional health, and needs of everyone involved have been paramount in the decisions we have made and will continue to make. The difficult part of this process... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton announces the vacancy of two provisional clerk/typist positions in the special education office on the Wayland campus. Qualified individuals should send a resume to Dineen Snyder (dsnyder@wccsk12.org) to mail to Wayland-Cohocton CSD, Att: Dineen Snyder, 2350 Route 63, Wayland, NY 14572 no later than August 14, 2020. Any present permanent clerk... READ MORE >
As the district continues to look toward September reopening, it is imperative that families are able to receiving up-to-date information that may impact school attendance, child care and other important health-related issues during the COVID-19 reopening stage. Yahoo email service continues to send district emails to junk or SPAM folders. While the district is... READ MORE >
Below is important information regarding immunizations required for the 2020-2021 school year. Per Rosamaria Figliomeni-Albanese, MPA, Director, NYSDOH School Assessment and Compliance Unit:At this time, the NYSDOH is not issuing exceptions for immunizations because of COVID-19. The Department's stance continues to be that students missing vaccine doses for any... READ MORE >
During the July 20th meeting, the Board of Education recognized the 2019-2020 retirees with a reception and presentation of their years of service. As a group, the thirteen retirees represented 284 years of service to the district. Slide show at presentation (Video of Board of Education meeting presentation) READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton campuses at Cohocton and Wayland are now open for outside use including playgrounds, athletic facilities, tennis courts, track and fields. The district asks that the community use the facilities respectfully and report any concerns to the district. Also, please understand, all health and safety requirements issued as a result of COVID-19 also apply... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Middle School has been featured on the NYSED Staying Connected webpage featuring highlights from schools, programs and activities that helped address needs during COVID-19 closures. To see the video submitted by members of the Middle School - CLICK HERE! READ MORE >
As the state opens a little bit more each day, and seniors and families begin to celebrate, please member to keep safe. The ramifications of a few hours of fun can result in extensive life-altering consequences and even the loss of loved ones -yours or others’. Please keep safe and avoid social hosting that can be dangerous to youth and community. READ MORE >
The summer feeding program will run from Monday, July 6th thru Friday, August 28th. REMINDER: The meal disbursement counts will be doubled on Wednesday, July 1st, to accommodate the July 4th holiday and to allow a day off for the meal team on Friday, July 3rd.BEGINNING MONDAY, JULY 6TH: The delivery schedule will remain the same on Mondays, Wednesdays, and... READ MORE >
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With the school year wrapping the district is working to continue providing food security to families during this transitional time of returning to more normal lifestyles. To date, the district has distributed 61,542 meals to district families. The cafeteria staff, transportation department and administration have fine-tuned the process to an efficient operation... READ MORE >
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When the COVID-19 closure started, Wayland Elementary Teaching Assistants Elise Meldrum and DeeDee Kuhn took their great morning announcements comedy routine to YouTube. The morning show on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays hit the internet with grand success. Looking for a way to connect and unite the dispersed student body and staff, Music Teacher Joan York,... READ MORE >
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See the message from the superintendent of schools regarding the end-of-the-year activities and dates: CLICK HERE. READ MORE >
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CLICK HERE for video of hearing or view below:If you have questions, you can contact the following: David Mastin - Business Manager by email at dmastin@wccsk12.org or by phone at (585) 728-2212 option 5Mandi Harvey, incoming business administrator, by email at mharvey@wccsk12.orgEileen Feinman, superintendent, by email at efeinman@wccsk12.orgVoting or absentee... READ MORE >
Please click on the link to connect to a pdf version of the 2020-2021 budget newsletter that was mailed out residents this week. If you did not receive the newsletter in the mail, please contact Melonie Coley at mcoley@wccsk12.org or (585) 728-2211 ext 3070 and leave your address to be included in future mailings. CLICK HERE for the 2020-2021 budget proposal that... READ MORE >
BOCES are using crowdsourcing to solicit ideas on school reopening By Angela Marshall Public Relations Officer, Nassau BOCES What are your ideas on school reopening? The state’s 37 BOCES want to know. BOCES have launched an online conversation regarding how New Yorkers feel about returning to school in the fall or whenever it is possible. It consists of a... READ MORE >
Please see the COVID-19 update message from Superintendent Eileen Feinman regarding picking up students' personal items at school and other important information. CLICK HERE READ MORE >
Listed below is a link for the obituary for Liam Ronan, son of WC Band Director Tom Ronan. A webcast will be held of the funeral services on Sunday at 12:45 p.m. The link will be available on Sunday morning with the obituary. The Ronan family welcome your virtual attendance in the remembrance of their son and brother.... READ MORE >
This notice is sent pursuant to New York Governor Executive Order No. 202.26 to provide information regarding the Wayland-Cohocton Central School District’s (the “School District”) 2020 Annual Meeting and General Election. Date of the Election: Tuesday, June 9, 2020 (via absentee ballot only, per the Order) The Our Schools Wayland-Cohocton Budget Issue will be... READ MORE >
The Wayland-Cohocton community offers its deepest condolences to High School Band Director Tom Ronan and his family today as they mourn the loss of their thirteen-year-old son. Liam died yesterday in a bicycle accident near their home in Rush-Henrietta. Please keep Mr. Ronan, his wife Kim and their daughter Molly in your thoughts during this difficult time. While... READ MORE >
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Steuben County along with Food Bank of the Southern Tier will host a food distribution Wednesday, May 20 in Painted Post, for Steuben County residents.To preregister, CLICK HERE. READ MORE >
In order to manage the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 25, there will be a change in meal disbursement. Meals delivered on Friday, May 22 will include meals for Friday, May 22; Saturday, May 23; Monday May 25; and Tuesday, May 26. For families picking up their meals, there won’t be any difference in times and meals can be picked up between 9 and 10 a.m. at... READ MORE >
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With expenses increasing and income plummeting in New York State, the Governor has told schools to anticipate a possible 20 percent decrease in state aid. For schools like Wayland-Cohocton, state aid makes up the majority of school revenues and a dramatic decreased could greatly impact programs and the tax levy. While school officials are working hard to mitigate... READ MORE >
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to all of the amazing mothers and wives who keep the world going every day! Last week we found out that schools in NY State would be closed for the remainder of the year. To me, that news was traumatic, upsetting and unsettling and even though many folks believed that it was going to be the outcome, hearing the news was tough to process. Not... READ MORE >
FROM THE WAYLAND FREE LIBRARY: If families do not have a library card, the Wayland Free Library is offering a way to get one now. Families need to provide a name and phone number via email to farrj@stls.org. A library clerk will return the call and provide the family with a card number and pin number that allows families to access the library’s digital collection.... READ MORE >
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As the weather warms and the community moves outside, please remember that school grounds on both campuses are closed. This includes fields, playgrounds, courts and the outdoor track. Please respect these limitations until the guidelines change and the campuses are open again. Thank you for your understanding and patience. READ MORE >
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Information regarding graduation on the Charcoal Corral and Silver Lake Twin Drive-In Facebook page is not accurate. Wayland-Cohocton has reserved a date at the drive-in as a back-up plan. However, at this point, graduation plans are still being developed based on ideas shared through the recent Thought Exchange that went out to senior families. The district will... READ MORE >
For many years, the Wayland-Cohocton Girls' Basketball program has been supported by the community through can and bottle donations. In the past, these proceeds created opportunities for girls of all ages to participate in various leagues and camps throughout the year. Due to the COVID-19 closure and the cancellation of the spring season, the girls will not be able... READ MORE >
Wondering what a distance learning lesson looks like? Middle School Technology Teacher Jacob Weiand created a reverse engineering lesson for his students. Students were presented a slide show through Google classroom. (see below). Students were asked to dissect an object from their home. They were to take apart the object, study the parts, get an... READ MORE >
Check out Wayland-Cohocton's new Instagram page wccseagles. The district will use Instagram to celebrations and good news. (It will not be utilized to post important or emergency notices to - for that visit wccsk12.org. Follow wccseagles and celebrate along with WC! READ MORE >
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Due to internet connectivity issues and WIFI availability issues throughout our district, we want to let families know that they may use the Guest WIFI services at the school if the following procedures are followed: Individuals parked on campus MUST remain in cars at all times. Respect no smoking rules - that includes in cars. WIFI services are used for... READ MORE >
With the arrival of COVID-19, Wayland-Cohocton Central School joined other schools in closing the district and suspending classes, activities and even public access to school grounds. A March 13 professional development day gave teachers, staff and administrators an opportunity to do some initial planning and ready about two weeks’ worth of review work for students... READ MORE >
If you or someone you know has been affected financially by COVID-19, WIC may be able to help. WIC (The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) provides pregnant women, new and breastfeeding moms, and children under age 5 with healthy food, breastfeeding support, nutrition advice, and referrals to other services. Steuben and... READ MORE >
This is a recording of the 4/13/20 regular Board of Education meeting. Members were at individual locations and the meeting was recorded over Google Hangouts. A transcription of this meeting will be available in about a week. We apologize this is not closed captioned, but due to technical problems the closed captioning was not immediately available and in the... READ MORE >
Please CLICK HERE to read the New York State of Health information letter regarding available insurance for families whose health insurance has been impacted by COVID-19 employment changes. READ MORE >
The Board of Education scheduled for Monday, April 13 will be held virtually. The meeting will be recorded and posted to the website on Tuesday, April 14. READ MORE >
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Livingston County has two drive-through food distribution events for Livingston County residents in the near future: Dansville Central School on April 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Geneseo Central School on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. A free 25 pound box will be loaded into clean trunks to minimize contact. Call to register 585-243-7110 and follow prompts or go to... READ MORE >
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Because there are so many cars, the Caravan is taking a longer time than expected but they are coming! Keep an eye out! READ MORE >
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Wayland-Cohocton faculty and staff will caravan across the district on Friday, April 3 in an effort to connect with their students and families. The caravan will be gathering and heading out at about 10:30 a.m. The route is still being planned with the goal of reaching as many students' homes as possible. Students are encouraged to keep an eye out and be outside... READ MORE >
Are you feeling overwhelmed by all of the learning opportunities, activities and strategies during the COVID-19 closure? Here are some good and kind words and some great advice from the high schoolprincipal.CLICK HERE for the latest blog from Mrs. Steiner, Principal READ MORE >
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The MS International Club is hosting a fun activity. This is for your enjoyment and is not an educational requirement, nor does it come with the expectation of being completed. This is something fun to show your positive attitude and willingness to be of service while joining the greater good and sharing with others. This is also a great way to try out some new... READ MORE >
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Shifting gears a little... Here are some images from a short tour of the new auditorium project on 3/13, just prior to the Covid-19 closure. Enjoy! READ MORE >
Please see the important COVID-19 updates from Superintendent Eileen Feinman. Links below:Memo from Superintendent Eileen FeinmanFrequently Asked QuestionsWCCS Resources During COVID-19 Closure READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton cafeteria staff, bus drivers and administrators will be taking extra precautions on Monday when meals are delivered. The group will be wearing locally handmade face masks and limiting their contact and conversations with people to be certain they are neither spreading nor contracting the coronavirus. When they drop meals off at homes, please don’t... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton Families - Don’t forget that tomorrow, Friday, is another pick-up delivery day. Meals can be picked up at the St. Joseph’s parking lot in Wayland and at the Cohocton Elementary parking lot. Meals can be picked up between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Meal packs include lunch and breakfast. Delivery service is available... READ MORE >
About a week ago, district residents should have received a one-page district census in the mail. Please complete the form and return it to the district in April. If you no longer have the form CLICK HERE for a copy that can be printed, completed and returned to Dineen Snyder at Wayland-Cohocton CSD, 2350 Route 63, Wayland, NY 14572The information on the district... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton delivered its first set of meals today, Wednesday, March 18. Meals are being delivered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for pick up at Cohocton Elementary School and from the St. Joseph's parking lot in Wayland between 8 and 9 a.m. If you live outside of the villages, meals can be delivered to your family by calling (585) 213-4315. If you have... READ MORE >
CLICK HERE for notice of emergency Board of Education meeting schedules 3/18/20. Meeting scheduled for 3/23 has been cancelled. READ MORE >
The pick-up schedule is for TUESDAY, MARCH 17 ONLY. Students may get their personal items, chrome books (where appropriate (grades 6-12), medications and learning packets. No exceptions will be made to access the buildings other than the times listed in the schedule previously released. Any family regardless of need may participate in the meal pick-up program. READ MORE >
Because of the high volume of communication going out across the country, the automated system the district utilizes for communication is experiencing some delays. The 3/16 communication regarding meal disbursement and pick-up of items at school tomorrow may not have reached everyone. Please share out the message on social media if you are able to to make sure... READ MORE >
Please CLICK HERE for the latest COVID-19 update from WC Superintendent Eileen Feinman. READ MORE >
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CLICK HERE for letter from Superintendent Eileen Feinman. CLICK HERE for Press Release Steuben County READ MORE >
Please CLICK HERE for an important message from Superintendent Eileen Feinman regarding COVID-19. This information was emailed to families and posted to the school's website and Facebook page. If you are a parent and did not receive the email, please contact your child's building to updated your contact information so that you receive important communications.... READ MORE >
Please CLICK HERE to read and important message from Superintendent Eileen Feinman. Families should receive this message in email this evening sometime. The heavy volume of information being distributed by school districts due to COVID-19 is slowing down the technology that the district uses to disseminate information. READ MORE >
Please CLICK HERE to read an important message from Superintendent Eileen Feinman. This message was emailed to all district families and is posted here for the community. If you are a family that did not receive the email, and want to be certain to get updates, please check to make sure your email is up-to-date with your child's school office. READ MORE >
Welcome to the district's new website. We are working hard at developing this new site and are excited about its possibilities. Please be patient over the next month as we continue to populate the pages with information. If you can't find something, please contact Melonie Coley, webmaster, at (585) 728-2211 ext 3070 or by email at mcoley@wccsk12.org and we will... READ MORE >
Wayland-Cohocton LIghthouse team will host a dance on for all middle school students on Friday, March 20th from 6 to 8 p.m. in the middle school gymnasium. Admission is $3 per student and $2 with a canned food item. There will be a concession stand with food for sale. Students must be signed in and out by and adult and adhere to the same behavior expectations as... READ MORE >