Keshequa Secondary School

Huge congrats to Alivia Cartwright, Maddie Strain, and Jules Cotton from Fillmore/Keshequa for dominating the Section V Girls Wrestling State Ranking tournament in Canandaigua on Friday night! Alivia Cartwright conquered the 120-pound weight class. Maddie Strain secured an impressive 4th place in the 126-pound weight class. Jules Cotton finished 6th in the 107-pound weight class. Great job ladies!

School is closed today due to a power outage.

👮‍♂️ Today, we're celebrating School Resource Officer Day! 🏫 We want to take a moment to thank our amazing new resource deputy, Deputy Murphy, for his dedication and commitment to our school community. Thank you for all you've done and for the positive impact you'll continue to make!

🏀 Join us for a meaningful night on January 19th as we host a Coaches vs Cancer Game against Letchworth High School! Both teams are coming together to raise funds for the American Cancer Society, and we will be doing donation admission for the 7 P.M. game, as well as the 5:30 JV Game. You can also donate using this link: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=106667... Your contribution can make a significant impact. Let's unite on the court and off to make a positive difference in the lives of those affected by cancer. 🏀🧡

Last night, our talented students from elementary school through high school brought the festive spirit to life on stage during our annual Holiday Concert. If you missed the live performance, no worries! You can catch the entire concert by clicking this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJLmIiziksk

This morning, our 9th Graders enjoyed a delicious breakfast that they earned in our school-wide game of Monopoly! Great job 9th Graders!

KCS Junior Elizabeth Wood recently noticed that Golisano Children's hospital was looking for community help with collecting Christmas donations for children that are hospitalized or receiving treatments during the holidays and wanted to help. With the help of her family and several National Junior Honor Society and National Honor Society members along with Advisors Sarah Bull and Nicole Ives, we collected over 50 items that will be donated to children at Golisano. A heartfelt shoutout to our community partners - Christine's Style's, Nunda PO, M&T Bank, Nunda Pharmacy, and Parkside Diner - for graciously serving as drop-off locations as well.

We're continuing our "Worky Wednesday" career lunches, where students can explore different career fields during their lunch period. This month students from grades 5-8 got hands-on insights into the world of carpentry with Jeff Pasnik, a skilled Union Carpenter. Meanwhile, grades 9-12 were treated to an exciting workshop on the dynamic field of computer programming by Jim Bucki, the Director of Information & Technology at GCC.

🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟 Ava Thayer has just been named to the NYS Girls Soccer Third Team! Join us in celebrating her incredible talent and hard work on the field. 🏆⚽️ Way to go, Ava!

Spread the joy this holiday season with Keshequa High School Student Council's Holiday Candy Grams! You can send your favorite student or staff member a Candy Gram by ordering now through December 15! To place your order and make someone's day a little brighter, click on the link below: https://forms.gle/T7QpEX6gmSkK6vPj8 Orders and Payments are due by December 15

We are thrilled to share that four girls from our soccer team have been selected for the All Greater Rochester Area Girls Soccer Team! Kesley Davis has secured her spot on the second team, while Ava Thayer, Kaylin Fox and Braelyn Isaman were chosen as honorable mention team members! Great job ladies, your hard work has truly paid off!

The snow in the air means the Keshequa Holiday Concert is right around the corner! Join us on Wednesday, December 20, at the Nunda Auditorium to hear some of our talented students ring in the holiday season! The concert will start at 5:30 P.M. and everyone is invited! Parents of chorus students in grades 5-12 can look on google classroom for more details!

🌟 Yearbook Presale Alert for Grades 7-12! 🌟 Order forms for the 2023-2024 yearbooks, for Grades 7-12, will be sent home this week with students! Yearbooks are $25 if you order them before December 23, when the price will then go to $30. This year, you can personalize your student's yearbook- with their name for $6. The deadline to order a personalization is February 1, 2024. If you prefer to order online- you can visit buytheyearbook.pictavo.com and find our school by searching "Keshequa Secondary"

🎓 Empowering Minds! 🌟 Alyssa Wright, an outstanding SUNY Fredonia student with a remarkable track record of winning 17 scholarships, totaling over $20,000, recently shared her secrets for successful scholarship hunting to some of our seniors and students taking college-level courses. A massive shoutout to Alyssa for paying it forward and empowering our high school students!

👩‍⚕️📚 Exciting Career Exploration! 📚👨‍⚕️ This month, our Middle and High school students got to learn about the fascinating world of healthcare! 🌟 They had the incredible chance to meet with dedicated healthcare professionals, gaining valuable insights into the nursing and medical field. 🏥 This marks the kickoff of a series of career learning opportunities planned throughout the year.

Students in Mr. Earley and Mrs. Waight's Spanish classes dove into the rich traditions of Dia de los Muertos, a tradition that allows us to pay tribute to and remember our loved ones who have passed on, creating a stunning ofrenda that beautifully captured the essence of this meaningful celebration. 🧡🕯️ The ofrenda, adorned with family pictures, marigold flowers, candles, butterflies, and skeletons, served as a tangible expression of our collective respect and remembrance. A huge shoutout to Mr. Earley, Mrs. Waight, and all the incredible students who contributed to crafting this cultural masterpiece! 🙏 Special thanks to the families who generously shared their cherished pictures, making this ofrenda a truly personal and meaningful tribute.

Last week, Mrs. Parish’s Spanish classes, along with Mr. Raymond’s Drawing and Painting class, embarked on an exciting adventure to the Geva Theatre! They had the incredible opportunity to witness a captivating production dedicated to the life and artistry of the iconic Frida Kahlo. Our students dove into the world of this extraordinary artist, exploring her passion, creativity, and unique perspective!

We're thrilled to share some incredible news about our Boys Varsity Soccer Team's achievements in the LCAA, after the team won the Division III Title for the 9th time in the last 10 years. First up, a HUGE congratulations to Ian Hinrich, who was named the LCAA Division III Player of the Year for Boys Soccer. Ian was also recognized as an LCAA All Star. Owen Pike was also named an LCAA All Star while Dan Burley and Wes Sanford were named All Stars and Exceptional Seniors. Boone Douglass and Nash Howe also took home titles of Exceptional Seniors for the LCAA. We couldn't be prouder of our boys' outstanding accomplishments!

Half Day at School, Full Day of Giving Back! Today, our high school students from grades 9-12 dedicated their half day to make a huge impact on our community. They rolled up their sleeves to: 🍂 Rake leaves to beautify our neighborhood 🚒 Help clean fire trucks and ambulances for our local heroes 🎃 Visit the elementary school to assist young students in painting pumpkins, creating unforgettable memories! This is what community spirit looks like, and we couldn't be prouder of our students.

📢 Important Location Change for Financial Aid Night!📢 Financial Aid Night will now be held in the High School Library, NOT the Nunda Auditorium! Big changes are on the horizon for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and we want to make the transition as easy as possible! Join us for a crucial meeting where we'll discuss the upcoming changes and how they'll affect your financial aid journey. Key topics will include what changes are coming, what you can expect when applying for financial aid, and how you can make college education affordable. This meeting is for both seniors and parents and will be held at the High School Library on November 7 at 6 P.M. If you're unable to attend, another meeting will be held at the Perry High School on November 8, starting at 6:30 P.M.