Ava Harvatine Reaches 500Ks, A Historic Milestone for SCCS Softball:
March 31, 2026
Congratulations to SCCS senior Ava Harvatine on an incredible milestone, recording her 500th career strikeout for the SC Varsity Softball team! Ava reached number 500 on March 30, 2026 when SC played Groton and won by a convincing margin. This outstanding achievement is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and talent on the mound.
Reaching 500 strikeouts is no small feat, and it reflects countless hours of practice, perseverance, and commitment to her team. Ava’s leadership and determination continue to set a great example for her teammates and our school.
We are so proud of you, Ava on reaching this school record and milestone, what an amazing accomplishment!
In addition, Ava was voted as ESPN Ithaca's ...
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ESPN Ithaca 'GameChanger' Award Recipient -- Chris Stevens:
March 24, 2026
Chris Stevens Named “Community Gamechanger” Award Recipient by ESPN Ithaca
In every school community, there are individuals whose impact reaches far beyond their job description—people who step in wherever needed, quietly ensuring that students have the opportunities and support they deserve. At Southern Cayuga, that person is Chris Stevens, and it is with great pride that we recognize him as a recipient of the Community Game Changer Award .
This award honors individuals who go above and beyond in supporting student-athletes and strengthening their school communities. Chris Stevens exemplifies this spirit in every sense.
While his official role is in maintenance, Chris’s contributions extend well beyond facilities. He ...
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SCCS Class of 2026 Valedictorian & Salutatorian Announced:
March 10, 2026
SCCS is proud to announce the academic honors for the Class of 2026. Paul Hayden (pictured left) has been named Valedictorian with a 7-semester weighted GPA of 98.27, and Collin Sweet (pictured right) has been named Salutatorian with a 7-semester weighted GPA of 96.13.
In the fall, Paul plans to attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Collin plans to attend the University of Rochester.
Please join us in congratulating Paul and Collin and celebrating their outstanding achievements, hard work, and dedication throughout their time at SCCS.
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Champions, Banners, and Tradition: The New Home of SCCS Athletic History:
February 27, 2026
Contributions by:
Roger Olschewske, SCCS Source Reporter
Mr. Carnicelli, SC Jr/Sr HS Principal
With construction of the SCCS Hall of Fame now complete, a long-envisioned project has officially come to life. Plaques honoring Hall of Fame inductees have been mounted, and the extensive collection of trophies and awards earned by SCCS athletic teams over the years has started to take shape into the newly installed display cases.
The Hall of Fame is located in the hallway between the SCCS high school auditorium and gym, a space that has been fully renovated to properly showcase the proud history of our athletic program. Improvements include the installation of three glass enclosed trophy cases, two dedicated display walls for Hall of Fame inductee plaques, ...
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Evan Sheils Places 5th at NYS Championships:
March 2, 2026
Congratulations, Evan, on earning 5th place in New York State in your class!
This is an outstanding accomplishment and a true testament to your hard work, preparation, and dedication. Competing at the state level is an achievement in itself, and finishing 5th among so many talented athletes across New York reflects your commitment, perseverance, and skill.
February 23, 2026
Congratulations to Evan Sheils on capturing the Section 4 Division II title at 144 pounds!
Wrestling for Lansing Bobcats through the Lansing–Southern Cayuga sports merger, Sheils has put together an outstanding 2025–26 campaign. Entering ...
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SCCS Celebrates Junior High Area All-State Students:
November 10, 2025
On November 7th and 8th, three SCCS students had the honor of being selected to participate in the prestigious Zone 3 Junior High (grades 7-9) Area All-State Festival , an event that recognizes exceptional young musicians from across Broome, Cayuga, Cortland, Onondaga, Seneca, and Tioga counties . This festival showcases some of the most talented student performers in the region, with only 80 musicians chosen for each ensemble through a highly competitive selection process.
Selection for the ...
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SCCS Fall Sports Summary:
November 24, 2025
SC Fall Sports Round-Up
Fall Sports Honors... Haylee Young named IAC Girl’s Soccer North Small School MVP, Congratultations!
NYS Cross-County Championships, November 15
Congratulations to...
Brady Young placed 21st at states
Paul Hayden placed 26th at states
Alexandria Morgan placed 31st at states
NYS Swimming Championships, November 21 & 22
Colleen Whitten placed 36th at states in the 100 Backstroke & 37th in the 100 Butterfly, Congratulations!
Team Results
Girls Swim: Section IV runner up
Boys Cross-Country: Section IV runner up
Girls Cross-Country: 4th in Section IV
Boys Soccer: Finished 11-6, Section IV 2nd round
Girls Soccer: Finished 13-2-1, ...
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SchoolMessenger App Information:
August 7, 2025
Stay Connected with SchoolMessenger
SchoolMessenger is the platform our district, schools, and programs use to share important updates and announcements with families.
By creating a SchoolMessenger account (and downloading the App), parents and staff can personalize how they receive messages—choosing between email, text messages, app alerts, and phone calls . If you need to get a message to your child during the day please email ...
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2025-26 School Supply Lists:
July 28, 2025
Please see the information below regarding the communicated 2025-26 SCCS student supply lists.
Grades PK-6:
Southern Cayuga is again able to provide most school supplies for our students. Auburn Staples is graciously donating some supplies as well, making supply lists minimal again. Please see the attachment for the
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NYS Distraction-Free Schools Policy Information Page:
August 11, 2025
**Official Press Release**
SCCS Distraction-Free Schools FAQs
SCCS Announces New York State’s “Distraction-Free Schools” Policy
Southern Cayuga Central Schools (SCCS) will be implementing New York State’s new “no cell phone/electronics” policy with the 2025–2026 school year starting on September 2, 2025. This initiative reflects our district’s commitment to fostering an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally—free from unnecessary distractions.
Building a Stronger Community for Our Kids
At SCCS, we believe our students succeed when the entire community shares a unified message: we support you, we believe in you, and we are all ...
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