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  • HCS Celebrates Class of 2026 leaders

    The Harrisville Central School District is proud to announce the valedictorian, salutatorian and top vocational awards for the graduating Class of 2026. Valedictorian Maiya Sullivan Maiya Sullivan, daughter of Justin and Jessica Sullivan of Harrisville, has earned the highest academic award of Valedictorian for the class of 2026. She plans to attend college in the […]

  • Harrisville voters approve $11.49 million budget, elect one board member

    On May 19, Harrisville Central School District voters approved the district’s $11.49 million 2026-27 budget proposal, elected one board of education member and approved the purchase of two school buses. District-related propositions Board of Education election One candidate sought election to one open board of education seat. The term will last five years, beginning July […]

  • Harrisville students inducted into National Honor Society

    Students were recognized for their academic achievements as a new class of inductees was welcomed into both the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society.  The ceremony took place on Thursday, May 7, where 19 Harrisville students across several grade levels were inducted into their respective honor societies. National Honor Society Advisor Shelby Bebelheimer […]

  • Distracted driving presentation encourages students to put safety first heading into busy spring season

    Harrisville high schoolers learned about the dangers of drunk and distracted driving during a safety presentation planned by School Resource Officer, Sergeant Eric Schmitt.  “Spring is a great time of the school year to cover impaired and distracted driving,” explained Sgt. Schmitt. “The weather is warmer and kids become more active. It’s important to cover […]

  • District celebrates Jordan Waugh as April Pirate Passion Award winner

    This month, we’re proud to celebrate our incredible High School Math teacher, Jordan Waugh! With unmatched energy and dedication, she brings numbers to life in a way that makes even the toughest concepts feel approachable and exciting. Whether staying after school to help a struggling student, finding creative ways to explain complex problems, or encouraging […]

  • HCS senior closes out basketball career with 1,000 points

    The girls varsity basketball team is celebrating an impressive Section X playoff run, and one Harrisville senior secured her place in school history during their final game.  Violet Atkinson bucketed her thousandth point in the team’s semifinal game against the Edwards-Knox Cougars. She said she’s thankful for her coaches, teammates, and family, adding that the […]

  • Ronda Theriault celebrated as March Pirate Passion Award Winner

    Our Pirate Passion of the Month celebrates one truly outstanding team member who goes above and beyond in two vital roles: our dedicated library aide and our hardworking bus garage assistant. In the library, she creates a warm, organized environment where students are inspired to explore, read, and learn. Behind the scenes in the bus […]

  • Voters approve capital project

    On Tuesday, Feb. 3, Harrisville Central School District voters approved a $9,136,280 capital project by a vote of 85 (yes) to 24 (no). “We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community,” said Superintendent Rob Finster. “Maintaining updated facilities helps ensure our students have an enriching educational experience. We also recognize that the […]

  • A note from Superintendent Finster regarding district’s fiscal stress score

    Dear Harrisville Families and Community Members: This month, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office released its annual Fiscal Stress Monitoring System report.  The Comptroller annually evaluates districts across the state to ensure fiscal responsibility, improve operations, and protect taxpayer money. Scores are based on financial data submitted in each New York school district’s required […]

  • Two students to be recognized in 2026 Scholastic Art Awards

    Two Harrisville Central School students are being honored for their artistic talent. Violet Atkinson and Jaden Pate will both have two art pieces displayed in this year’s Scholastic Art Awards. The Central New York region covers a very large geographic area – 14 counties and almost 400 eligible schools. Each year, around 5,000 pieces of […]

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