West Genesee District e-Newsletter
January 28, 2022
Save the New Dates: West Genesee High School Students to Present Beauty and the Beast
On Wednesday, April 20; Thursday, April 21; and Friday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m., and also on Sunday, April 24 at 2:00 p.m., students at West Genesee High School will perform the magical Broadway musical Beauty and the Beast.
All seating is reserved. Ticket information will be posted in the near future.
Click here to read the full article that includes cast and plot information.
Tax Exemptions for Residents-Deadline by March 1
Residents who are age 65 and/or who are disabled may be eligible for a partial exemption on their school property taxes if they meet certain qualifications.
At the regular meeting on January 19, 2022, the Board of Education reviewed the maximum income eligibility ranges for exemptions that have been approved by New York State. Exemptions ranging from 5% to 50% of qualified applicant assessments are available on income levels of $37,400 or less.
Also available to District residents is a tax exemption for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, approved by the Board of Education on January 19, 2022. To qualify for this exemption, applicants must reside in the District served by the fire department or ambulance service, the property must be the primary residence of the member, and only the residential portion of the property may receive the exemption. The exemption is equal to 10% of the property’s assessed value, not to exceed a $3,000 assessment reduction.
Finally, on January 19, 2022 the Board of Education approved the continuation of the tax exemption for Veterans.
Click here to read the entire article for more specific information about this topic.
Class of 2022 and Make-a-Wish Thanks the Community!
The Class of 2022 wants to express their thanks to the community for your continued support of their fundraising for Make-A-Wish CNY. This year's donation totaled $2,190 and was made in memory of past West Genesee High School Academic Dean Val Koll for her support of this tradition for many years during her time at the high school.
So, whether you bought pizzas, attended the Trunk or Treat, or donated online, please know that you are appreciated!
Kindergarten Registration has Begun!
Kindergarten registration for the 2022-2023 school year opened virtually on December 1, 2021 and will go until March 31, 2022. This will allow our families to register their children from the comfort of their home or office. Please click here to start the Virtual Registration process. This will schedule a telemeeting with you.
When registering, parents should be prepared to upload the following:
- proof of residency (ie. mortgage or property statement or signed lease agreement)
- proof of immunizations
- proof of age
A physical examination is also required and a dental certificate is requested for entry into kindergarten. These examinations should be done up to one year prior to the first day of school. Children who enter kindergarten this fall must be five years of age on or before December 1, 2022.
To access the most updated health requirements click here.
For additional information about registering your student, go to the Registration Section of the website, email the Central Registrar at centralregistrar@westgenesee.org, or call them at (315) 487-4683.
West Genesee Launched BoardDocs Software for BOE Meetings
Starting with the first Board of Education Meeting in January 2022, West Genesee CSD began using BoardDocs software to manage the BOE agendas and minutes. A link to these documents will still be available from the District website by clicking here. (Note: Agendas will be available on BoardDocs the Monday prior to the meeting date.)
That webpage has links to: the new software for agendas and minutes, videos of the meetings, view the meetings via live stream, and an archived page of the previous documents/links through December 2021.
WGCSD is Looking to Hire Transportation Staff
West Genesee CSD is hiring regular bus drivers, substitute bus drivers, and substitute bus attendants.
Inquiries about these positions can be sent to James Dark at jdark@westgenesee.org.
Looking for Substitute AND Regular Food Service Workers!
Looking to work around your child’s school day? You can get your children on the bus and be there to greet them when they get home! We are hiring at both West Genesee CSD and Onondaga Central CSD.
Please call the Food Service Office at (315) 487- 4661 to let them know you're interested in applying.
WG Food Service Menu & Nutrislice App Update
School menus are posted on the District website and the Nutrislice App. Meals do not have to be pre-ordered this year via the Nutrislice App. Elementary students are ordering lunch in the classroom daily, and breakfast will be available to all students upon arrival at school. Breakfast and Lunch are FREE for all students.
WGCSD is Looking to Hire Substitute Nurses
West Genesee CSD is hiring substitute nurses and also a full-time substitute nurse (someone who would be guaranteed work every day and would float to wherever extra help is needed).
Inquiries about these positions can be sent to Deborah Balcourt at dbalcourt@westgenesee.org.
Upcoming Events
- February 2, 2022 BOE Meeting-6:00 p.m.
- February 15-16, 2022 WGCSD Strategic Planning Team Meeting
- February 16, 2022 BOE Claims Audit Sub-Committee Meeting-5:15 p.m.
- February 16, 2022 BOE Meeting-6:00 p.m.
- February 21-25, 2022 Winter Recess-No School