Valedictorian Thomas Ross and Salutatorian Paola Torres are at the top of the Class of 2021! Learn more about what motivates them and how they managed to make it through a very challenging year.
There will be a Board of Education meeting on June 17th at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be livestreamed, and can be viewed at
https://ensemble.lhric.org/hapi/v1/contents/permalinks/b3C8Hxd7/view
Public Notice Information – Watching the meeting and Public Comment: To watch a Board of Education Meeting live-streamed you must visit the district’s website to gain access the PCSTV channel. This can be done by:
-The direct link provided with this notice
-District website main page and click on PCSTV icon
Replays of meetings will be available on the website.
To participate in the public comment portion of the meeting you must be watching the live-stream. Prior to public comment the Board will take a 5 minute break at which point a graphic will be displayed. It will provide instructions along with the Zoom meeting ID and password. The ID and password will also be displayed on screen during the public comment period. After you enter the ID and password you will be admitted to the Zoom Waiting Room and then admitted to the meeting when your time comes to speak. After you complete your comment please remove yourself from Zoom and proceed back to the PCSTV live-stream on the district website.
Please note, there are reports circulating in the media that on Monday, June 7th, mask mandates in schools would be modified to permit school districts to decide if face-covering requirements can be suspended in school facilities.
Despite these reports, there is no official notice permitting school districts to modify mask rules from the New York State Department of Health, the New York State Education Department, or the Governor’s Office. As such, mask mandates are still in place. Note also that if official notice is issued permitting modification of mask rules, the district must hold state-mandated consultations with all stakeholders before any changes can be implemented.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Además, hay noticias que están circulando en los medios de comunicación que dicen que el lunes 7 de junio, los mandatos de máscaras en las escuelas se modificarían para permitir que los distritos escolares decidan si los requisitos de cubrirse la cara pueden suspenderse en las instalaciones escolares.
A pesar de estos informes, no existe ningún aviso oficial que permita a los distritos escolares puedan modificar las reglas del uso de máscaras del Departamento de Salud del Estado de Nueva York, el Departamento de Educación del Estado de Nueva York o la Oficina del Gobernador. Como tal, las reglas de uso de las máscaras todavía están vigentes: se requiere el uso de máscaras. Tenga en cuenta también que si se emite un aviso oficial que permita la modificación de las reglas de las máscaras, el distrito debe realizar consultas obligatorias del estado con todas las partes interesadas antes de que se pueda implementar cualquier cambio.
Gracias por su paciencia y comprensión.
Congratulations to our Senior Athletes! Click on the link to enjoy the Senior Athletic Recognition and Awards Ceremony!
https://ensemble.lhric.org/Watch/Cc69Sdz4
This is an important health update from the Port Chester Public Schools. Please note that in accordance with the New York State Department of Health, face masks are no longer required to be worn outdoors on school grounds, including during outdoor school sports, for all members of the Port Chester community. Masks and/or face coverings are still required indoors for all students, staff, personnel, and visitors.
Esta es un mensaje de salud importante de las Escuelas Públicas de Port Chester. De acuerdo con el Departamento de Salud del Estado de Nueva York, ya no se requiere el uso de las máscaras faciales al aire libre en los terrenos de la escuela, incluso durante los deportes escolares al aire libre, para todos los miembros de la comunidad de Port Chester. Aún se requieren máscaras y/o cubiertas para el rostro en el interior de los edificios para todos los estudiantes, personal y visitantes.
This is an important school calendar message from the Port Chester Public Schools. Please note that on Primary election day, Tuesday, June 22, all grades K-12 schools will be in full remote learning mode with the exception of Port Chester Middle School and Port Chester High School Living Environment students who must be present for the Living Environment Regents Examinations. Students and proctors will be kept apart from voters entering to cast ballots. Our Pre-Kindergarten programs will meet in person as usual.
Este es un mensaje importante del calendario escolar de las Escuelas Públicas de Port Chester. El día de las elecciones primarias, el martes 22 de junio, todas las escuelas de los grados K-12 brindarán aprendizaje remoto (virtual), con la excepción de los estudiantes de la clase Ambiente de Vida (Living Environment) de la escuela intermedia de Port Chester (PCMS) y la escuela secundaria Port Chester (PCHS), que deberán estar presentes para los exámenes Regents de esta clase. Los estudiantes y supervisores se mantendrán separados de los votantes que ingresen para emitir su voto. Nuestros programas de Pre-Kindergarten se darán en persona como.
This is an important message from the Port Chester Public Schools. In light of continued mask requirements and possible hot weather, the district will announce a full remote learning day for students in grades Kindergarten through 12 when the temperature forecast exceeds 90 degrees with humidity exceeding 65%. Pre-Kindergarten classes are not affected as their classrooms are air-conditioned. Athletics will follow Section rules for temperature.
Este es un mensaje importante de las Escuelas Públicas de Port Chester. Debido a los requisitos de uso de máscaras y el posible clima caluroso, el distrito anunciará un día completo de aprendizaje remoto para los estudiantes de jardín de infantes (Kindergarten) a doceavo grado cuando el pronóstico de temperatura supere los 90 grados con una humedad superior al 65%. Las clases de prejardín de infantes (Pre-K) no se ven afectadas ya que sus salones tienen aire acondicionado. Los deportes seguirán las reglas de temperatura para cada Sección.
Port Chester Community and Parents, we are excited to announce the launch of our Parent Resource Page on our district website! Here you will find local and county wide supports and services. For more information please contact your school’s social worker.
Miembros y padres de la comunidad escolar de Port Chester, nos complace anunciar el lanzamiento de nuestra Página de Recursos en el sitio web del distrito. Aquí encontrará apoyos y servicios locales y del condado. Para obtener más información, contactase con la trabajadora social de su escuela.
Be part of the PCHS Spring Revue!
Audition Clips Are Due Friday! See the three links below!
Youtube Clip Explaining the Project Further
Due to the recent designation of being a school district in a “yellow zone” interscholastic athletics are currently on pause as we await guidance and interpretation from our local department of health on how to proceed. We will communicate and update the status of interscholastic athletics when we have more information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) provides economic relief to help low and moderate-income households who are behind on their rent and have experienced hardship due to COVID-19. Human Development Services of Westchester, Neighborhood Preservation Company is able to provide support to guide eligible individuals to apply for the ERAP program. There is no fee charged for ERAP assistance. See the attached flyer attached here, or find more information at www.otda.ny.gov/erap. Or call 844-NY1-RENT, or contacting us to assist in the process at 914-939-2005.
Parents of students in grades incoming 1-8: Please see the flyers below from the Carver Center for summer opportunities for your child.
Padres de estudiantes que entrarán a los grados 1-8: Por favor vean los siguientes folletos del Centro Carver para conocer oportunidades de verano para su hijo(a).
2021 Carver Summer Experience
2021 Carver Summer Experience (English)
2021 Carver Summer Experience (Spanish)
The community had an opportunity to meet the new superintendent of schools, Dr. Aurelia Lucia Henriquez, at the Board of Education’s virtual meeting on May 6. Read more about what she had to say about becoming a part of the school district here.
Thank you to all those who came out to vote for the 2021-2022 Budget Vote and Board Election on May 18! The budget passed 967-458.
Incumbent Trustee Luigi Russo retains his seat and will be joined by Sharon Burke.
The district is happy to share important information regarding lead poisoning and children. Please click here for details on how to keep your children safe.
"The show must go on," as they say, and the PCHS Drama Club was not going to let COVID get in its way of doing what they do best: putting on a show! Please click on the PDF below for the link to watch "Light's Up to Broadway, a Tribute to Broadway and New Beginnings." Or you can click here to watch the virtual event!
Letter to Families regarding Prom & Graduation | Carta a las familias sobre el baile de graduación y graduación
Vaccination Questionnaire for Guests of Graduates |Cuestionario de vacunación para invitados de graduados
2021 Graduation Ceremony Survey | Encuesta sobre la Ceremonia de Graduación 2021
Graduation Update #1 for Families | Información para familias sobre la graduación
Port Chester High School is an institution that students and staff are proud to call home. A culturally diverse student body is one of our greatest strengths, and together, we look to build on the school's legacy and rich traditions.
A dynamic administrative team leads a school community that is focused on teaching and learning. Students are supported by professionals who value the importance of academic achievement and are dedicated to ensuring that students receive the highest quality education possible. Everyone here feels part of a team whose mission is to help students do their best by creating a positive atmosphere that permits students to learn and teachers to teach.
Over a third of our students successfully complete at least one Honors, Advanced Placement or college level course at PCHS. We are one of the few Westchester high school authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. College-level courses are offered in cooperation with the Westchester Community College Advanced College Experience Program and SUNY Oneonta.
Outside of the classroom, we offer opportunities for students to develop and grow through participation in numerous athletic, musical and other venues. In the pulsing beat of the award-winning marching band one hears the drumming of the heart of this school. As our athletes race across field and court, one feels the adrenaline rush of Ram Pride. And in art, choir, theater, journalism and a multitude of extracurricular opportunities, students rise to challenge their potential and broaden themselves.
About one-third of our students participate in at least one sport. Our student athletes have won league championships in football, soccer, wrestling, basketball, baseball and track. In addition, we possess a nationally recognized cheer leading program. Award-winning theater, band and choral programs continue to be a tremendous source of pride. Literacy publications showcase our students' journalistic talents, and the number of other clubs and numerous honor societies demonstrates the well-roundedness of our student body.
In "Hamlet", Shakespeare wrote, "We know what we are, but know not what we may be." It is this discovering and uncovering of all of our potentials that is at the heart of education and the essence of Port Chester High School.
Click on the image below to be directed to our Technology Resource Page
Haga clic en la imagen a continuación para ser dirigido a nuestra página de recursos tecnológicos
For the latest district information regarding Coronavirus, please visit our Coronavirus Updates Page. We thank you for your patience and flexibility as we all work through this unprecedented event. Information is also available on our Social Media Platforms. Be sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
