The Hilton Central School District is mourning the loss of Larry Minch, a man who had an impact on countless lives in our community.
Mr. Minch, who recently retired, was the alternative to suspension educator at Merton Williams Middle School and a longtime coach in the district, including 30 as a coach in the football program. A fixture on the sidelines at football games, for many players, he was the person who introduced them to Cadet Football.
Larry’s thoughts about what it means to be a Cadet can best be summed up by a message he wrote on a board before a recent sectional football game.
"Whether you win or lose this Sunday, after the field is empty and all the people have gone home you will be lying in your bed and you have to ask yourself this. Did I give everything? Did I do everything I could to be the best player, the best teammate I could be? Then a smile will come across your face because you know that you did, because you are a Hilton Football Player. AND THAT’S JUST HOW IT IS."
He also coached girls modified and JV lacrosse and was a program assistant for that sport. While coaching was something he was very passionate about, it was his ability to connect with students who needed extra guidance that made him so special. He was loved and respected by everyone who came in contact with him.
According to Merton Williams Principal Dr. Marc D’Amico, “To know Larrry was to love Larry.”
We send our deepest condolences to Larry’s family and all those who knew him and love him. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
Calling hours will be on Thursday from 3-8 at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home. The funeral will be on Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Leo’s.
It's getting closer! Today Merton Williams and the High School held new student orientation-welcome to the classes of 2028 and 2030! #WeAreHilton
Don't forget-new student orientation is THIS THURSDAY-8/22. Starting at 8:30 at the High School and 8:45 at Merton Williams. #WeAreHilton
Congrats to the Best Buddies Club at Merton Williams. It was recognized as the Best Buddies New York Middle School Outstanding Chapter of the Year. Best Buddies builds friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. #WeAreHilton
The Hilton Central School District would like to wish everyone a safe, and happy Fourth of July!
The 2024-25 District Calendar is now available online and will be mailed to families of current students in July. To view the calendar, visit https://5il.co/2pqvk
Last week Mr. Weber's Music Essentials class put on a great performance of "Under the Sea Adventures." The kids nailed their performances of songs like Fast Car, Here Comes the Sun, and the theme from SpongeBob SquarePants!
Thank you to everyone who attended last night's One Night Only at Merton Williams. What a perfect night to celebrate the arts!
Don't miss One Night Only - a celebration of the arts! Join us at Merton Williams Middle School from 6 - 7:30 p.m. to hear the Merton Williams Band, view student artwork, and make some artwork of your own!
ALSO, check out the new Hilton CSD Art Dept. website at https://sites.google.com/ga.hiltoncsd.net/hilton-csd-art/home.
It features recaps of all the events our students participated in this year, descriptions of courses and programs, a lot of great pictures, plus an archive of previous years’ events.
Last week Merton Williams 8th graders got the chance to see some great sights-both in our area and some not so close. About 230 students spent three days visiting Gettysburg and Washington, DC while another 30 went to the Seneca Park Zoo, the Memorial Art Gallery and Genesee Country Village and Museum.
Special thanks to the advisors and chaperones who put in so much work to make these educational trips possible, and to the Hilton Alumni Association whose generous grants helped support a portion of the expenses for individual students.
This is a reminder that all Hilton CSD K-12 students have a half day on Thursday, May 23. High School and Merton Williams: students dismiss at 10:15 a.m., buses depart at 10:20 a.m. Northwood and Village Elementary: students dismiss at 11 a.m., buses depart at 11:10 a.m. QUEST Elementary: students dismiss at 11:35 a.m., buses depart at 11:40 a.m. Enjoy the long weekend!
BUDGET VOTE RESULTS
Proposition #1 – Budget:
Yes 876
No 519
Proposition #2 – Bus Purchase:
Yes 913
No 496
Proposition #3 – Capital Reserve
Yes 886
No 514
Board of Education - *Elected to Board
Ed Mascadri 916*
Stephanie Sloan 855*
Austin DeLorme 422
Mike Zillioux 430
The Budget Vote & Board of Education Election is TODAY! All residents may vote at Parma Town Hall from 6 am-9 pm. Voting in your local elections is an example of democracy in action & demonstrates to our students how to become knowledgeable, engaged & thoughtful citizens at the grassroots level. Please vote!
Tomorrow, May 21, is the Budget Vote & Board of Ed election at Parma Town Hall from 6 am-9 pm. While casting your vote, check out the art display featuring student work from K-12. Special thanks to Bill Smith for this art installation! Art will be on display through 5/24.
Welcome to our newest staff! #Welcoming #Affirming #CadetProud
Thank you to everyone who attended the Merton Williams Middle School Grandfriends Breakfast on May 14. The morning was filled with vocal and instrumental performances, good food, and an opportunity to talk with students, administrators, and fellow seniors. Grandfriends is a longtime tradition at Merton Williams that coincides with Older Americans Month.
MW staff enjoyed Biscuits with the Boss as part of this week's Staff Appreciation! Staff at all buildings have been celebrating with treats all week as a thank-you for all of their hard work & dedication. Many thanks also go out to the parents & volunteers who made it all happen!
Last night, educators from 9 different districts in the area gathered at the high school for a leadership symposium. Some great thoughts from school leaders and students about building organizational culture. Special thanks to Dr. Rudd and Dr. Green for organizing this event.
Happy Staff Appreciation Week! Let's take a moment to celebrate and recognize the incredible dedication and hard work of our teachers and school staff. We appreciate all you do to educate our students & put them first every day. #CadetProud #Welcoming #Affirming
Congratulations to Nancy Leport, Rick Francis & the Hilton Alumni Assoc. for being honored as ACT for Education 2024 Community Champions for Public Education. We are so grateful for all this organization has done for our students & staff!
