Hendy Elementary School
Family, School, Community: Together We Succeed
Calendar reminder | School Closed on Veterans Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served!
#GoExpress
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL on Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served!
#GoExpress
❤️🚂 It’s Homecoming Week, Elmira alumni! Let’s celebrate YOUR stories!
From Elmira Free Academy (EFA) and Southside High School (SHS) to Elmira High School (EHS), our alumni have taken all kinds of paths since graduation — and we’re excited to share them!
Today, we’re kicking things off with our EFA alumni spotlights! Click the link to read the full story and see where life has taken your fellow Blue Devils. https://www.elmiracityschools.com/article/3202566
Throughout Homecoming Week, we’ll continue sharing alumni spotlights organized by school and graduating year. From careers and community contributions to family life and unexpected journeys, these stories celebrate the many different paths our alumni have taken.
We all know some of Elmira’s famous names, but there are so many more stories worth telling. This week, we’re celebrating YOU — the people who make up the rich history and continued story of Elmira.
Stay tuned each day, find your class, and enjoy reconnecting with your fellow alumni!
❤️🚂 #GoExpress
❤️ WHERE ARE YOU NOW, ELMIRA ALUMNI? ❤️
It’s homecoming season and we’re feeling a little hometown pride and nostalgia! From Elmira Free Academy and Southside to today's Elmira Express, we're celebrating the generations of students who have called our school’s home.
As we get ready for Homecoming, we're inviting Elmira alumni to share where life has taken them, what they're doing now and the memories they still carry from their school days. Whether you graduated decades ago or just recently, we'd love to hear your story and share it on our social media!
Submit your story here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=KtLKIY3tDEGU4Az1zjSEeNTDCfokCqhCnzpvyBIbThBUNjRXSVVTM1c3QTlZM0xYRjNGTVMzSE4wOS4u
Tag a classmate, share this post and help us reconnect generations of Elmira alumni!
Different generations. Countless stories. One Elmira. ❤️🚂 #GoExpress
It’s homecoming season and we’re feeling a little hometown pride and nostalgia! From Elmira Free Academy and Southside to today's Elmira Express, we're celebrating the generations of students who have called our school’s home.
As we get ready for Homecoming, we're inviting Elmira alumni to share where life has taken them, what they're doing now and the memories they still carry from their school days. Whether you graduated decades ago or just recently, we'd love to hear your story and share it on our social media!
Submit your story here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=KtLKIY3tDEGU4Az1zjSEeNTDCfokCqhCnzpvyBIbThBUNjRXSVVTM1c3QTlZM0xYRjNGTVMzSE4wOS4u
Tag a classmate, share this post and help us reconnect generations of Elmira alumni!
Different generations. Countless stories. One Elmira. ❤️🚂 #GoExpress
🦷 DID YOU KNOW? Your child can get dental care at school in Elmira!
Through our partnership with Mosaic Community Dentistry, ECSD students can receive important dental services right at school during the school day — including screenings, dental exams, X-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more.
That means fewer appointments to schedule, less time away from work for families, and less time away from learning for students. ❤️
As a Community School District, we believe supporting the whole child means making health and wellness services more accessible to our students and families — right where our kids already are.
Because when we remove barriers to care, students are healthier, families have one less thing to juggle, and kids can stay focused on being kids and learning.
Learn more about Mosaic dental services and how to enroll your student: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/dental-health-services
❤️🚂 That’s the Elmira Express way — caring for the whole child, together.
Through our partnership with Mosaic Community Dentistry, ECSD students can receive important dental services right at school during the school day — including screenings, dental exams, X-rays, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more.
That means fewer appointments to schedule, less time away from work for families, and less time away from learning for students. ❤️
As a Community School District, we believe supporting the whole child means making health and wellness services more accessible to our students and families — right where our kids already are.
Because when we remove barriers to care, students are healthier, families have one less thing to juggle, and kids can stay focused on being kids and learning.
Learn more about Mosaic dental services and how to enroll your student: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/dental-health-services
❤️🚂 That’s the Elmira Express way — caring for the whole child, together.
Welcome Back Elmira!!
This year's theme is A Year in Practice. Issue one covers the approach, Mindfulness Daily at Work, why Mindfulness is a Superpower, and some Excellus resources for making the most of your health plan and available wellbeing benefits.
Read the Newsletter → https://app.smore.com/n/q3mwx
EARLY Mindfulness Daily @ Work registration is OPEN: Forty guided sessions. Ten to fifteen minutes a day. Taught by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, two of the most respected mindfulness teachers in the world. Staff get 78 days to finish, so a missed day, or even a missed week, won't set anyone back.
Faculty & Staff Registration → https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ECSDMDW
Registration happens in two steps. After the SurveyMonkey form, click "Done" and get redirected to the Radical Compassion Institute site. Registration isn't complete until both are done (screenshot is shared in the newsletter).
Additional Information:
🌟 Live MD@W Kickoff: The Art of Attention on September 30 @ 7 PM with Marla Pelletier of Inward Office. Want in on a webinar? Check it off during registration; that's how you'll get the link to access the event!
Yours in Wellness!
ECSD Express Wellness Committee
Express Staff Wellness webpage: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/staff-wellness-express-program
This year's theme is A Year in Practice. Issue one covers the approach, Mindfulness Daily at Work, why Mindfulness is a Superpower, and some Excellus resources for making the most of your health plan and available wellbeing benefits.
Read the Newsletter → https://app.smore.com/n/q3mwx
EARLY Mindfulness Daily @ Work registration is OPEN: Forty guided sessions. Ten to fifteen minutes a day. Taught by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, two of the most respected mindfulness teachers in the world. Staff get 78 days to finish, so a missed day, or even a missed week, won't set anyone back.
Faculty & Staff Registration → https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ECSDMDW
Registration happens in two steps. After the SurveyMonkey form, click "Done" and get redirected to the Radical Compassion Institute site. Registration isn't complete until both are done (screenshot is shared in the newsletter).
Additional Information:
🌟 Live MD@W Kickoff: The Art of Attention on September 30 @ 7 PM with Marla Pelletier of Inward Office. Want in on a webinar? Check it off during registration; that's how you'll get the link to access the event!
Yours in Wellness!
ECSD Express Wellness Committee
Express Staff Wellness webpage: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/staff-wellness-express-program
Express Cart Food for Home | Now Available for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Express Cart, in partnership with the Food Services Department and the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, is an Instacart style food program for Elmira families needing a central order and pick up service for family groceries. There is no cost to families for this program.
Order by Noon on September 28, 2026 for pick-up on October 1, 2026
Order here: https://elmirahighschool.elmiracityschools.com/o/elmirahighschool/page/express-cart-food-for-home
-Pick-up times are from 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM.
-Orders will only be available at EHS Door #9.
-Look for signage by the Main/Gym Entrance near the front loop. Due to construction, you must park in a parking space as the loop in unavailable.
Express Cart, in partnership with the Food Services Department and the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, is an Instacart style food program for Elmira families needing a central order and pick up service for family groceries. There is no cost to families for this program.
Order by Noon on September 28, 2026 for pick-up on October 1, 2026
Order here: https://elmirahighschool.elmiracityschools.com/o/elmirahighschool/page/express-cart-food-for-home
-Pick-up times are from 2:00 PM - 3:10 PM.
-Orders will only be available at EHS Door #9.
-Look for signage by the Main/Gym Entrance near the front loop. Due to construction, you must park in a parking space as the loop in unavailable.
🫶🏾🧡SAVE THE DATE: UNITY DAY 2026!🧡🫶🏻
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Elmira City School District will come together to celebrate Unity Day!
Students, families, and staff are encouraged to wear orange as we stand together for kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and a school community where everyone belongs.
When an entire community comes together, even one simple color can send a powerful message: You belong. You matter. You are not alone. Together, we can create schools where every child feels safe, supported, and included.
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Elmira City School District will come together to celebrate Unity Day!
Students, families, and staff are encouraged to wear orange as we stand together for kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and a school community where everyone belongs.
When an entire community comes together, even one simple color can send a powerful message: You belong. You matter. You are not alone. Together, we can create schools where every child feels safe, supported, and included.
Here is a sneak peek at our lunch menu this week! All classes will be working on completing Growth Measure and iReady diagnostic benchmark testing. Please reach out to your child's teacher for specific dates and times. Looking forward to another great week!
Good afternoon Hendy families! This upcoming week, we will be conducting additional required evacuation and lockdown drills. These drills help students and staff practice emergency procedures and ensure preparedness in the event of an emergency. Thank you for your continued support as we work to maintain a safe and secure learning environment for all students and staff.
Happy Thursday, Hendy Families! Please see the following message from the district about Elmira athletic events:
Dear families,
As we begin another exciting school year, we look forward to seeing our families and community members supporting our students at Elmira Express athletic events. Our athletic events are an important part of the school experience. They bring our community together, give our students an opportunity to compete and grow, and allow us to celebrate the hard work of our student-athletes. As we head into the fall season, I want to share a few important reminders about stadium expectations and changes to traffic patterns at Elmira High School this year.
A Reminder About Stadium Expectations
We ask all families and spectators to help us maintain a safe, welcoming, and positive environment at our athletic events. Please remember:
Students in PreK–8 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone when attending athletic events at the stadium.
Students in grades 9–12 may enter on their own through the designated student entrance.
Students who arrive with an adult chaperone should leave with that adult. If the chaperone leaves, the student must leave as well.
Entry or re-entry after halftime is not permitted.
Please remain in the stands and designated spectator areas throughout the event. Congregating, loitering, or running around inside or outside the stadium is not permitted.
Walkways, ramps, entrances, and emergency access areas must remain clear.
Pick-up games or recreational activities are not permitted inside or outside the stadium during events.
Please follow the direction of staff members and event personnel, including those wearing yellow Express Staff vests.
These expectations help us provide a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for everyone while keeping the focus where it belongs — on our students.
Important EHS Traffic Change
Construction at Elmira High School has changed the traffic pattern for the 2026–27 school year. For families picking up their student(s) from the game, we have established a new vehicle pick-up traffic pattern. Students waiting for a ride will be directed to stand next to the tennis courts. Please enter and remain in the right lane all the way around the parking lot until you get to your student(s) waiting by the tennis courts. The left lane will be used for those parked in the spectator parking lot to exit. See map attached.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for the tremendous support you show our students. We look forward to seeing you in the stands, cheering on our Elmira Express student-athletes throughout the year.
Go Express!
Dear families,
As we begin another exciting school year, we look forward to seeing our families and community members supporting our students at Elmira Express athletic events. Our athletic events are an important part of the school experience. They bring our community together, give our students an opportunity to compete and grow, and allow us to celebrate the hard work of our student-athletes. As we head into the fall season, I want to share a few important reminders about stadium expectations and changes to traffic patterns at Elmira High School this year.
A Reminder About Stadium Expectations
We ask all families and spectators to help us maintain a safe, welcoming, and positive environment at our athletic events. Please remember:
Students in PreK–8 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone when attending athletic events at the stadium.
Students in grades 9–12 may enter on their own through the designated student entrance.
Students who arrive with an adult chaperone should leave with that adult. If the chaperone leaves, the student must leave as well.
Entry or re-entry after halftime is not permitted.
Please remain in the stands and designated spectator areas throughout the event. Congregating, loitering, or running around inside or outside the stadium is not permitted.
Walkways, ramps, entrances, and emergency access areas must remain clear.
Pick-up games or recreational activities are not permitted inside or outside the stadium during events.
Please follow the direction of staff members and event personnel, including those wearing yellow Express Staff vests.
These expectations help us provide a safe, positive, and enjoyable experience for everyone while keeping the focus where it belongs — on our students.
Important EHS Traffic Change
Construction at Elmira High School has changed the traffic pattern for the 2026–27 school year. For families picking up their student(s) from the game, we have established a new vehicle pick-up traffic pattern. Students waiting for a ride will be directed to stand next to the tennis courts. Please enter and remain in the right lane all the way around the parking lot until you get to your student(s) waiting by the tennis courts. The left lane will be used for those parked in the spectator parking lot to exit. See map attached.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for the tremendous support you show our students. We look forward to seeing you in the stands, cheering on our Elmira Express student-athletes throughout the year.
Go Express!
Welcome back our Hendy Husky students and families! As we prepare for your arrival on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, we wanted to share our lunch menu for the week ahead! Lunch times are as follows: 3rd grade at 10:30am, 6th grade at 11:15 am, 4th grade at 12:00pm, and 5th grade at 12:45pm.
Breakfast is available daily starting at 7:30am. See you all soon!
Breakfast is available daily starting at 7:30am. See you all soon!
Back to School 2026-2027 Information Hub: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/back-to-school-in-elmira
Welcome Families! Are you registered for our Parent Portal? Parent Portal provides you important information on your student's academic schedule, grades, attendance and more.
https://www.elmiracityschools.com/o/ecs/page/parent-portal
https://www.elmiracityschools.com/o/ecs/page/parent-portal
School Hours, including start and end times, bell schedules and breakfast times: https://www.elmiracityschools.com/page/school-start-and-end-times
Back to School Family Orientation Events
🌞 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.
Thank you! #GoExpress
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.
Thank you! #GoExpress
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🚌 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
Congratulations to Mrs. Cardinale's 5th grade class for winning the 2026 5th/6th Grade Hendy Kickball Championship! The team battled through 6 tough-games to win the top spot! 🐾#HendyStrong
🎨✨ Hendy families left their mark in a very special way!
This past week, we welcomed Hendy families to school for a memorable evening of creativity and connection. Students and their family members worked together to design and paint personalized tiles that showcase their unique talents and school spirit.
These beautiful works of art will soon be displayed throughout Hendy, creating a lasting reminder of the partnerships, memories, and pride that make our school community so special. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped leave a lasting mark on Hendy!
#GoExpress