Dear Families,

As we work together to support our students, clear communication is essential. To help ensure that your questions and concerns are addressed as quickly and effectively as possible, we kindly ask that you follow the district’s Chain of Contact. 

This process helps connect you directly with the person most familiar with your child’s situation. In many cases, concerns can be resolved quickly at the classroom or building level. If further assistance is needed, the contact chain outlines the next steps and who to reach out to. 

The same applies to athletics and extracurricular activities. Coaches and club advisors are the first point of contact for questions or concerns related to practices, games, or team/club matters. If additional support is needed, the Athletic Director and then the building administrator can help.

We have included a copy of the Chain of Contact document for your reference. Please keep it handy and use it whenever you need assistance. By working together in this way, we can ensure smooth communication and the best outcomes for our students.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Hello HCS students, families, staff and community members, 

As we plan for the years ahead, Honeoye Central School District is launching the development of a new Strategic Plan: Roadmap to 2030. This plan will set our priorities, highlight opportunities for growth, and define our shared promise to students and the community. Your feedback is a vital part of this process. Please click here to complete this survey and help us shape the path forward.

Thank you,
Natalie Pfluke

Good afternoon HCS families,

I can't believe we are one week away from the start of the school year! We are so excited to welcome our students and families back on campus and kick off another amazing year of learning and school community pride. Please join us tomorrow night for our Open House and Welcome Back Bash. It’s the perfect chance to meet your teachers, walk your schedule, and to reconnect with friends. There will be food, activities, games, haircuts, music, and over 40 vendors for opportunities to learn more about our programs and community partners. (Please note we will move the event inside in the event of rain).

We can’t wait to see everyone back on campus for an amazing school year!

Sincerely,
Natalie Pfluke
Superintendent

We’re currently updating our school website to better serve our community. During this time, some pages or information may be temporarily unavailable. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to webmaster@honeoye.org. Thank you for your patience!

Honeoye Central School District- Internet-Enabled Device Plan

Creating a Safe, Focused, and Distraction-Free Learning Environment

📚 New Policy: Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices

In alignment with the New York State Distraction-Free Schools Law, Honeoye CSD is committed to maintaining a focused, respectful, and safe school environment. To support this, personal internet-enabled devices will not be allowed during the school day for students in grades K-12.

🚫 What’s Not Allowed During the School Day?

Personal internet-enabled devices, including but not limited to:

• Cell phones

• Smart watches

• Earbuds

• Tablets

• Gaming devices

These must be turned off and stored in a school-designated location from the first bell to the last bell.

This policy does not apply to school-issued devices used for learning.

🕒 When Is Device Use Allowed?

 ✅ After school dismissal
 ✅ With explicit permission from school staff
 ✅ On field trips or events—at staff discretion
 ✅ Before or after the school day

📌 What Parents & Guardians Can Do:

✔️ Review this policy with your child before school starts
 ✔️ Use the school office to contact your child during the day
 ✔️ Pick up a confiscated device if you're notified
 ✔️ Encourage device-free learning at home and at school

📞 In case of emergencies, students can call from:

• The Main Office

• The Counseling Office

• The Foyer Phone

⚠️ If a Student Uses a Device Without Permission:

Devices are stored securely until picked up. Suspension is not a consequence for device use alone, but may apply if a student refuses to follow directions.

🔐 Storage & Procedures (Grades 6-12):

• Each student will receive a key and assigned storage unit on the first day of school.

• Students must store their devices before 1st period and retrieve them after dismissal.

• Students leaving school during the day (e.g., appointments, FLTCC, lunch privileges) may retrieve and re-store their device appropriately.

💬 Need to Reach Your Child?

Call the:

• Elementary Office

• Secondary Office

Non-urgent messages will be passed along during breaks. Urgent messages will result in the student being called to the office.

📆 Reminder for Day One: (Grades 6-12)
 On the first day of school, students will:

• Receive their key and secure their devices in the foyer before starting the school day.

           Thank you for helping us support distraction-free learning!

Dear HCS Families and Community Members,

We've heard your thoughts and suggestions about a community build, and we couldn’t be more excited to present this opportunity. We’re currently exploring creating a custom, all-inclusive playground and we want to hear from you.  On Wednesday, August 20th, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, we’re hosting an informational meeting to share what this project could look like and to gauge community interest in bringing it to life.  A key part of this vision is that a portion of the playground would be built by community volunteers- similar to the way our current playground was built in the 90's.

The design would be guided by Play by Design, a group of Certified Playground Safety Inspectors known for creating safe, creative, and inclusive play spaces built with the help of community members.

At the meeting, we’ll discuss:

• The concept and goals for the project

• What makes a community-built playground special

• The level of volunteer support and leadership needed to move forward

• How to get involved if the project moves ahead

Good evening HCS Students, Families and Staff,

I hope everyone had a safe and joyful Fourth of July weekend with family and friends. I am writing regarding the new state-mandated cell phone policy that will go into effect in all New York State public schools beginning this fall. As communicated on June 10, starting in September, students will no longer be permitted to use personal cell phones during instructional hours, including in classrooms, hallways, restrooms, and other school spaces.

This policy is part of a statewide effort to support safe, focused learning environments and to promote social-emotional wellness and stronger relationships among students and staff. In compliance with this law, the Honeoye Board of Education must adopt a policy and regulations regarding the use of personal smart devices (e.g., smartphones, smartwatches, tablets) during the school day.

Under this new law, students must:

• Refrain from using personal electronic devices anywhere on school grounds during the school day, unless explicitly authorized for educational purposes by a staff member.

• Store their personal devices as directed by school staff for the duration of the school day.

We are committed to making sure students, families, and staff understand the policy and have a voice in how it is implemented locally. To that end, we are offering two ways for you to get involved and share your thoughts:

1. Complete this short, anonymous survey to help us understand the community’s awareness, expectations, and priorities as we develop our policy.

2. Join us in person for a conversation on Thursday, July 10 at 6:00 PM in the school’s LGI.

Your input will help guide us as we work toward a policy that reflects both the state’s requirements and our school-community’s values. Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to create the best possible environment for our students.

Natalie Pfluke

Superintendent

Good morning Honeoye families and community members,

We still have many slots open for UPK! If you know anyone interested in enrolling their child in UPK next year, please have them call the Elementary office at 585-229-5171 Ext. 3018 (and attached is the registration form.)

Thank you!