School Bus Safety Drills are so important! So glad our wonderful transportation staff teaches safety to our students!!
Mark your Calendars for the Tournament of Bands!
The West Genesee Wildcat
Marching Band will host their annual Tournament of Bands on Saturday, October 3, 2026 with bands (in order of appearance) from:
Auburn Enlarged City School District/Rome Free Academy/Syracuse CSD/Mohonasen CSD/Jordan Elbridge CSD/Victor CSD/Baldwinsville CSD/Cicero North Syracuse CSD/West Genesee CSD (performing in exhibition)
The show will be held in the Turf Field Stadium and begin at 6:00 p.m. West Genesee Fine Arts Department
Wildcat Selected for inaugural NYS Marching Band
Started in 2026, the New York State Marching Band (NYMB) exists to unite outstanding student musicians from across our state in a safe, inclusive, high‑quality, and FUN marching band experience that celebrates excellence, teamwork, and pride in representing our state.
Wildcat color guard member Gabrielle Mac (pictured above) was selected to be a part of this inaugural band that performed at the Cooperstown Baseball Hall of Fame “Parade of legends” on July 25, 2026.
Register now for Adult Education Classes!!
Visit
https://westgeneseecsdny.sites.thrillshare.com/page/adult-education now for complete course descriptions and to register online.
Don't wait to register, class space is limited.
You will receive the Adult Education brochure in the September edition of The Communicator in your mailboxes the week of September 14.....but don't wait, register today!
Check out the return of your favorites as well as a few new and exciting classes!
Wildcat Marching Band Bottle Drive is TODAY!
The West Genesee Wildcat Band Bottle Drive is TODAY beginning at 12:00 p.m.
How you can help:
Leave your bottles out for our volunteers to be collected. Please leave them by your garage door or front door, not by the road. This will guard against theft and protect the safety of our students and volunteers; and/or
Drop off your bottles in the high school parking lot (bus garage side) between 12:00- 4:00 p.m. Wildcat Marching Band volunteers will be ready to unload your car.
Thank you again for your help in supporting the Wildcat Marching Band!
Official Opening of the New Turf Stadium
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 the District celebrated the official opening of the new Track/Turf Field Stadium with a ribbon cutting ceremony! This new stadium replaces the grass stadium that was previously in that area.
Our soccer teams have already enjoyed competing on the new field and our track and field athletes and other teams are looking forward to using it as well!
Every 9/11 we remember the people who died and the bravery of the people who risked their lives to save others. On this 25th anniversary we remember how we, as a nation, pulled together during that difficult time. #neverforget #remembering911
The Weekend Before School Starts Checklist:
☑️ Pick out an awesome first-day outfit. Because you’ve got to start the year looking like you mean business.😎
☑️ Get your backpack ready. Pack your supplies and figure out where that water bottle has been hiding since June. 🎒
☑️ Get LOTS of rest. Summer bedtime is officially on borrowed time. 😴
☑️ Remember: The Wildcats are cheering you on!🐾
A new school year means new friends, new adventures, new goals and plenty of opportunities to make some lifelong memories.
Go Wildcats! 🐾💙💛
Check out our Calendar/Info Guide on our website for information about the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, September 8!
Calendars for 2026-2027 are Now Available Online
The online District 2026-2027 Events Calendar is now available from the website homepages or by clicking here. To view on a mobile device click here or to view in a grid format on a laptop click here.
You can also access the one-page District calendar by clicking here.
Note: A hardcopy of the WGCSD 2026-2027 Events Calendar/Information Guide will come home (one per family) the first week of school!It is also available online by clicking here.
Great job to our wonderful students who entertained all of the WGCSD Staff today at our opening presentation! The Chorale, Cheerleaders, and Drumline were awesome!
Free Meals Information
The West Genesee School District continues to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under Child Nutrition Programs. Under CEP, all students that attend West Genesee CSD buildings receive breakfast and lunch at no charge for the 2026-2027 school year.
However, for the District to receive further state and federal funding, we need eligible families to complete a household income eligibility form. If you receive SNAP benefits, you do not need to complete the application. Refer to the chart to see if your income may qualify you for additional benefits. If your income falls below the threshold and you do not receive SNAP benefits, please complete the form. https://www.cn.nysed.gov/sites/cn/files/incomeeligibilitygdlns.pdf
If your children qualify, students may also receive additional benefits such as college application fee waivers, SAT and other testing fee waivers, and/or Summer EBT.
All students receive free meals regardless of whether you complete an income eligibility form.
What does this mean for your child(ren)?
All students enrolled at West Genesee CSD are eligible to receive a healthy breakfast and lunch at school at no charge to your household each day of the 2026-2027 school year. A full meal must include a serving of a fruit or vegetable for breakfast and lunch. If a fruit or vegetable is not taken, the student will be charged a la carte for their meal. Milk is included as part of the free meal. Milk is also available for purchase.
If you have any further questions, please contact us at ecullen@westgenesee.org.
Wildcat Marching Band Bottle Drive Reminder
The West Genesee Wildcat Band Bottle Drive is Sunday, September 13, 2026 beginning at 12:00 p.m. How you can help:
Leave your bottles out for our volunteers to be collected.
Please leave them by your garage door or front door, not by the road. This will guard against theft and protect the safety of our students and volunteers; and/or
Drop off your bottles in the high school parking lot (bus garage side) between 12:00- 4:00 p.m. Wildcat Marching Band volunteers will be ready to unload your car.
Thank you again for your help in supporting the Wildcat Marching Band!
Mark your Calendars: Capital Project Referendum Vote will take place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at the West Genesee High School Auditorium Lobby from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Click here for more info: https://www.westgenesee.org/o/wgcsd/page/capitalproject25
Happening at West Genesee September 25-27:
The West Genesee Fine Arts Department is piloting a Fine Arts Spirit Wear Sale which is open to all students, families, and staff K-12.
The store is live now at https://wgfinearts.itemorder.com/shop/home and will be open through October 6. Orders will arrive 4-5 weeks after the store closes; so they will definitely be here in time for the holidays!
Here is information about the sale and some examples of what is available, just in case you're interested!
Food Support Information
Many students enjoy breakfast and lunch at school on a regular basis. It is understandable when families find it challenging to provide those meals during school vacations. Please note the following free lunch and food pantry information.
Food pantries partner with the Food Bank of CNY to provide low cost, nutritious food to those in need. The following is a list of food pantries and services available in our community to assist families. To find your appropriate food pantry location and to sign up, contact the Interreligious Food Consortium (IRC) weekdays at 315-474-8855 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Their website is: http://www.ifccny.org/.
More Info: https://westgeneseecsdny.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2252900
Congratulations to our nominations for All-CNY Coach of the Year, Team of the Year, and Overall Athletic Program of the year!
Reminder: Early dismissal times for today and tomorrow for all elementary schools, WGIS, and CMS.
Congratulations to WG’s Charlie Lockwood on winning the All-CNY Player of the Year Award this evening!
