The 2024-2025 school year has been an exciting one for the music students of Weedsport that participated in the Cayuga County Music Educators Association (CCMEA) All-County Festivals. These festivals celebrate the dedication and talent of student musicians selected from schools throughout the County.

The first festival of the season was hosted by Southern Cayuga High School on November 22nd and 23rd, 2024. This event featured outstanding performances from the Junior High Band and High School Chorus, highlighting weeks of hard work and preparation by the students.

The second festival took place April 4th and 5th, at Port Byron Jr/Sr. High. Audiences were treated to performances by the Elementary Band, Junior High Chorus, and High School Band. 

These festivals provide a unique opportunity for students to collaborate with peers from different schools, work with guest conductors, and perform in an advanced ensemble setting. Participation in All-County ensembles is a testament to each student’s musical ability, dedication, and passion for the arts.

We congratulate the following students for their achievement in being selected for these prestigious ensembles:

Elementary Band: Stella Springer, Madeline Hopp, Abigail Szakalski, Hazel Pickering, Seth McEnelly, Tyler Hamberger, Kyle Quinn

Jr. High Chorus: Callie Cook, Kennedy Harmon, Lucy Hopkins, Ty McCarthy, Railynn Nelson, Kelsey Peters

Sr. High Band: Toby Kintzele, Natalie Erbeck, Lilly Kime, Jeremiah Lasher, Ivy Miller, Dexter Barnhart, Leah Barnhart, Maddox Kime, Sam Platten, Sydney Elliott, Matthias Crytzer-Shurant

Jr. High Band (Fall Festival): Lillia Gross, Emma Hopkins, Lucy Hopkins, Railynn Nelson, Sarah Platten

Sr. High Chorus (Fall Festival): Sydney Elliott, Avery Miller, Jack Hopkins, Abby Bizzozero

The CCMEA All-County Festivals continue to be a cornerstone of music education in Cayuga County, inspiring young musicians and showcasing the incredible talent within our local schools. We invite the community to attend the concerts and support these hardworking students as they share their music with family, friends, and fellow music lovers.

Tickets for this weekend’s concert are $10 for adults and $5 for children and senior citizens.

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The Weedsport High School and Middle School bands showcased their musical talents at the NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) Major Ensemble Festival in Fabius Pompey on April 2.

Both ensembles delivered great performances, receiving high praise from adjudicators and valuable feedback that will help further enhance the program’s success. This is the first time a Weedsport band has attended this festival in many years.

The NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival provides student musicians with an opportunity to perform in a formal setting and receive professional evaluations from experienced judges. The Weedsport bands impressed adjudicators with their technical skill, musicality, and ensemble cohesion. The constructive critiques received from the event will play a vital role in strengthening the band program’s future performances.

“I am incredibly proud of our students for their hard work and dedication leading up to this festival,” said Alex Veiga, director of the Weedsport bands. “Their commitment to excellence and growth was evident in their performance”

Participation in events like the NYSSMA Major Ensemble Festival allows students to develop discipline, teamwork, and a deep appreciation for the performing arts. The outstanding comments received highlight the strength of the music education program at Weedsport and reinforce the importance of continued support for the arts within the community.

The music department extends its gratitude to the students, parents, school administration, and community members for their ongoing encouragement and support of the performing arts. The future looks bright for the band program, and this experience marks yet another milestone in its growth and success.

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Only 87 out of 591 school districts across New York State had 100% of their students test proficient on Algebra II Regents exams during the 2023-2024 school year—and Weedsport Central School District was one of them, according to data released by the state Education Department.

The only other school district to accomplish this feat in Cayuga County was Union Springs. Onondaga Central School District in Onondaga County also obtained 100% proficiency – it was the only district in its county to do so. 

Weedsport Superintendent Gregory Stone was very excited about his school’s accomplishment.

“100% proficiency rate on the 2024 Algebra II Regents exam is an extraordinary achievement that reflects the dedication, perseverance, and hard work of our students and staff,” Stone said.

“This accomplishment,” he continued, “places us among the top-performing districts in the state and highlights the unwavering commitment to academic excellence that defines Weedsport. Our students continue to excel on high-stakes assessments across New York State, reinforcing the strength of our instructional programs and the efforts of our educators. We are incredibly proud of this success and remain focused on ensuring outstanding outcomes for all learners.”

Weedsport Assistant Superintendent of Instruction Melinda Ervay echoed Stone’s sentiments.

“Our math program at Weedsport is built on a strong foundation that starts in elementary school and grows with our students through middle and high school,” she said.

“Our teachers,” Ervay continued, “do an incredible job of using student data to guide their instruction, making sure every learner gets the support and challenge they need to succeed. But just as important as the numbers are the relationships—our teachers truly know their students and work hard to help them build confidence and skills in math. This approach not only prepares them for success in Algebra II but also sets them up for future opportunities.”

Students are considered proficient on Regents exams if they score at level three or above. Only districts with reported results are included in the database. Additionally, the state does not report proficiency scores publicly if a district’s sample size is too small.

Students are considered proficient on Regents exams if they score at level three or above. Only districts with reported results are included in the database. Additionally, the state does not report proficiency scores publicly if a district’s sample size is too small.You can see all of the statewide data on Algebra II Regents exams by clicking here. 

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Boys’ Indoor Track & Field: Tayson Kepple really stepped us this season. Helped push the boys’ team into having a relay team. Tayson spent extra time in the weight room this season and results began to show.

Girls’ Indoor Track & Field: Anna Lafler ended the season strong, placing in LJ, 55m, and 4×2. Anna is always willing to put in extra work. She often asks what other workouts she can do to improve herself.

Girls’ Basketball: Gabby Jeffers’ calm nature as a leader provided her teammates with a soothing presence and positive vibes on a daily basis. In her senior season, she led the team in efficiency rating, assists, and assist/turnover ratio. Her 93 assists were among the top 10 in all of Section III. Off the court, Gabby is a member of the New Visions Medical program and was named salutatorian for her class.

Boys’ Basketball: Jay Lowery overcame many challenges his senior year and was able to keep pushing through adversity and ended up playing his best ball down the stretch of the season. 

Swimming & Diving: Gavin Van Kersbergen – Captain of Weedsport-Skaneateles Swim team. Two new pool records 100 Butterfly and 100 Backstroke, State Qualifier in the 100 Backstroke, 100 Butterfly and the 50 Freestyle Academic All American, Sectional Champion in the 100 Butterfly and 100 Backstroke, Member of the Sectional champions 200 Medley relay and 200 Freestyle relay

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2025-2026 School Calendar Highlights:

• Christmas break will again be two weeks long, consistent across the county.
• There is only one Superintendent’s Conference Day before the start of school. Due to the extended Christmas break, adjustments were necessary to the start and end dates of the school year. The administrative team will prioritize opening day to minimize meeting time and maximize classroom preparation for teachers and staff.
• Because of the two-week Christmas break, Thanksgiving week will include a full day of school on Monday.
• Given this winter’s weather challenges, next year’s calendar includes one additional reserve snow day, bringing the total to six.

Click here to view the 2025-2026 Weedsport Central School District Calendar 

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The inductees are:

Dave Kosters – Class of 1978

Kaitlin Hammersley – Class of 2010

They will be inducted prior to the Athletic Awards Ceremony on Wednesday June 11th, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the High School Auditorium.  

 More information and details of their playing careers and accomplishments will be provided at the time of the induction ceremony.

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Boys’ Indoor Track & Field: Dexter Barnhart stepped into the leadership role for the boys’ team this season. His sport knowledge and natural instincts were a great asset to the team. On the track, Dexter qualified for sectionals in the 600m and took 6th place overall.

Girls’ Indoor Track & Field: Maddy Kepple has been a versatile athlete, competing in five different events throughout the season. Trying high jump for a couple practices at the end of season, she narrowly missed out on qualifying height for sectionals. After stepping in as an alternate, Maddy’s stellar performance resulted in the girls 4×200 placing at the league meet. Maddy always has a positive attitude and is a great teammate. 

Girls’ Basketball: Keegan led the Wolverines to a perfect 9-0 record in the month of January. She led the team in scoring with 17 points per game, 3-point percentage at over 40%, free-throw percentage at over 75%, and rebounding at over 8 per game during that stretch. Off the court, she attends the New Visions Medical program, preparing students for careers in the medical field.

Boys’ Basketball: Alex Sorci has been the best shooter on this year’s team and the most improved player in the entire program. This season he tied a school record for made 3’s in a season with 61. 

Boys’ Bowling: Cayden Warren made drastic improvements over the course of January. I also noticed the amount of work he was putting into his game to improve. He took advice from others well and used it to better himself. He kept a positive attitude and encouraged everyone around him.

Girls’ Bowling: Eris Clark worked hard throughout the last month of the season. She pushed to get better, and it showed in how she bowled. She did a great job in her first year and was a great teammate, often helping others through emotional struggles. 

Swimming & Diving: Makenzie Crytzer-Shurant was a leader on the Swim team this season, serving a team captain.  She qualified for the boys’ Section 3 swim meet in the 200 Individual medley, posting a best time at the sectional meet, she was also a member of the 400 Freestyle at the sectional meet.  Her hard work and dedication to the swim program was always evident. She is an amazing teammate and a fierce competitor.

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Both the Weedsport Central School District’s boys and girls varsity basketball teams have made postseason play. Their scheduling for sectionals is the following:

FRIDAY, FEB 21.

SATURDAY, FEB. 22

MONDAY, FEB. 24

THURSDAY, FEB. 27

TUESDAY, MARCH 4

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