At the Elmira City School District, we are deeply committed to serving the whole student—academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Our work doesn’t end when the school year does. We believe that in order for children to learn, grow, and thrive, their basic needs must be met year-round.

That’s why we proudly participate in the Summer Meal Sites Program, ensuring that students have access to nutritious meals when school is not in session. These summer sites are open, welcoming, and free to all children, regardless of where they attend school.

Summer 2026 Summer Meal Sites: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/summer-food-resources

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🌞 Summer Hours | Effective June 29 – September 4

All Elmira City School District buildings, including Central Office, will be open Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Closed July 4.

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🎓🚂 Can't make it to graduation in person? We've got you covered!

The Elmira High School Class of 2026 Graduation Ceremony will be streamed live so family and friends can celebrate from anywhere. Watch the ceremony live at:

📺 elmiracityschools.com/graduation

A special thank you to our dedicated Elmira High School Technology Team and GST BOCES for providing the live stream and event recording, helping us share this memorable milestone with our entire community.

The graduation livestream is available through the Elmira City School District website. #GoExpress 🎓❤️🖤🚂

Update as of 1 p.m., Monday June 22, 2026

Dear Elmira High School Families,

After carefully monitoring the forecast, we have made the decision to move Elmira High School’s Graduation Ceremony to Wednesday June 24, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. due to the impending weather.

The location and timeframes remain unchanged.

We know graduation is a special day for our students and their families, and we understand that many people have made plans around this event. This decision was not made lightly, but we believe it gives us the best opportunity to celebrate our graduates in a safe and enjoyable setting.

We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to recognizing the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 and celebrating this important milestone together on Wednesday evening.

Thank you for your continued support.

Christopher Reger
Principal
Elmira High School

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🎓✨ Congratulations to the 2026 Southern Tier Scholars!✨🎓 Tonight, the top academic achievers from the 21 GST BOCES component school districts were recognized as Southern Tier Scholars, celebrating their hard work, dedication, and commitment to academic excellence. A special congratulations to Elmira High School’s Valedictorian, Brody Hamilton, and Salutatorian, Molly Moshier, for representing the district with pride. We congratulate all of this year's Southern Tier Scholars and wish each of you continued success as you embark on your next chapter. Your dedication and achievements have made your schools, families, and community proud! #GoExpress

🚌 Join the Elmira City School District Team! Looking for a rewarding career with great pay, excellent benefits, and a schedule that aligns with the school year? Come meet us at our School Bus Driver Hiring Event! 📅 June 18, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 📍 430 W. Washington Avenue, Elmira, NY 14901 ✅ Starting Pay: $24.41/hour ✅ Full-Time Benefits ✅ PTO & Paid Holidays ✅ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance ✅ NYS Retirement ✅ School-Year Schedule Already have your CDL? Great! Don't have one? No problem — paid training is available! Make a difference in the lives of students while enjoying a career that keeps you connected to your community. #GoExpress Can't make the event? Apply online today: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/non-instructional-positions

Elmira High School students had the opportunity to inspire the next generation during Beecher School's Career Day!

Our students joined Beecher's 6th graders for a panel discussion about Career & Technical Education programs through GST BOCES, sharing firsthand experiences and answering thoughtful questions about enrollment requirements, attendance expectations, industry standards, hands-on learning opportunities, and future career pathways. Career and Technical Education programs help students gain real-world skills and prepare for college and careers.

It was a great morning of learning, leadership, and future planning! #GoExpress

Congratulations to the Elmira High School Mark Twain Scholars who were recognized at this year's Mark Twain Scholar Dinner! These outstanding students represent the top 5% of the graduating Class of 2026 and have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement, dedication, and perseverance throughout their high school careers. Their commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom reflects the very best of Elmira High School. We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments and recognize the families, teachers, and mentors who have supported them along the way. Congratulations to all of our Mark Twain Scholars on this well-deserved honor, and best wishes as you take the next steps in your educational and career journeys! #GoExpress

Luca Capilli of Elmira High School was named the Dick Senko Male Athlete of the Year at today's Annual Kiwanis Spring Student/Athletes/Coaches Awards! Congratulations Luca! #GoExpress

Students along with teachers Hannah Leeber and Allison Newkirk from the Design Thinking/ STEAM ELA class volunteered today at the Habitat for Humanity houses here on the Southside. Students Scarlett Hollenbeck, Daniel Dinehart, Hayden Rolls, and Jan Kirchner cleaned up a substantial portion of the backyards of the two current Habitat for Humanity houses on Mt Zoar. They worked all day alongside construction manager Sean to fill 2 dumpsters of trees, garbage, and yard clippings.

🎉Elmira High School’s Academy of Finance recently celebrated an outstanding year of student achievement during its end-of-year awards ceremony. The event brought together students, Board of Education members, staff, parents, families, and community friends to recognize the hard work, dedication, leadership, and accomplishments of our students throughout the school year. 🏦The Academy of Finance is part of the nationally recognized National Academy Foundation (NAF) program, which helps prepare students for college and careers through finance-focused coursework, real-world learning experiences, and partnerships with local businesses and professionals. Students in the program explore areas such as banking, accounting, investing, entrepreneurship, and business management while developing important professional and leadership skills. 🎓Graduates of the program earn a certificate in a finance-related pathway, demonstrating their successful completion of specialized coursework and career-readiness experiences that help prepare them for future opportunities in college, careers, and beyond. 🏆Congratulations to all of our award recipients and thank you to everyone who continues to support the success of this incredible program and the future of our students! #GoExpress

CONGRATULATIONS to our EHS Class of 2026 Mark Twain Scholars! These 22 students have earned the honor of being TOP 5% in their graduating class! 🎉

📢Vote Today!

Polls are open until 8 p.m. for the Elmira City School District 2026-27 Budget Vote and Board of Education Election!

A proposed 0% tax levy increase is included in this year's budget due to the diligence of the Elmira City School District. Three candidates are running for four seats to occupy 3-year terms.

Additional information about the proposed 2026-27 budget and board candidates is available at:
https://www.elmiracityschools.com/vote

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📢 REMINDER: Elmira City School District 2026-27 Budget Vote and Board of Education Election will take place on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A proposed 0% tax levy increase is included in this year's budget due to the diligence of the Elmira City School District.

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Additional information about the proposed 2026-27 budget is available at:

https://www.elmiracityschools.com/vote

🧪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

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

RESOLVED as of 7:05 am- Update as of 6:30 am on April 30, 2026--External calling in the District is currently unavailable. At this time, we are unable to place outbound calls or receive incoming calls from outside the district. The issue appears to be related to our service provider, and our Phone Team is actively investigating. Internal calling between extensions remains fully operational. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

We are so proud to have an Ivy League partner like Cornell University partnering with Elmira High School—showing what forward-thinking partnerships can do for our students.

Yesterday, our Elmira High School Upward Bound scholars were recognized during a special visit from national education leader Kimberly Jones, celebrating student success, welcoming new participants, and honoring seniors.

Upward Bound is a free program for first-generation, college-bound students who attend partner schools like EHS—and we’re proud to be just 1 of 6 schools selected to participate. For nearly two decades, this partnership has helped Elmira students build confidence, pursue college, and achieve their goals—and we’re proud to be a model for what’s possible.

If you are a former Elmira student who participated in Upward Bound and would like to share your story, please contact us at info@elmiracityschools.com. We’d love to showcase you in a post to highlight ‘where are they now.’

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