District

Mission Statement

The mission of Bath Central School District is to provide a safe, experience-rich environment which will enable each individual to reach his/her potential as a competent, confident, and contributing citizen - a lifelong learner in our changing society.

Vernon E. Wightman Primary School

The Vernon E. Wightman Primary School provides instructional programs for children from Pre-Kindergarten through third grade and current enrollment is approximately 700 students.

The one story structure lends itself comfortably to encompassing residential area. Landscaped acreage provides a pleasant setting for the necessary playgrounds and ball fields. The successful development of this area was the result of a cooperative effort between the community and the school district. A new addition has enlarged the current facility by eight classrooms.

Educationally, the school features academic programs ranging from a mathematics program from Pre-Kindergarten through Third grade, an Early Literacy Profile a balanced literacy approach to ELA instruction, and a combination science kit – textbook program.

The students also work independently in our Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) Lab in order to enhance their Reading and Math skills. Remedial instruction in reading, mathematics and speech are included.

A school wide Character Education Program and Assertive Discipline model provide positive behavior emphasis in order to help maintain an atmosphere conducive to academic success for all students.

Dana L. Lyon Middle School

The Dana Lyon Elementary School and Haverling Middle School recently went through a restructuring that result in a new Dana Lyon Middle School housing Grades 4^th-8^th. The new middle school structure continues to provide the elementary grades (4^th and 5^th) with the same programs and autonomy that they have had in the past. They bring to the middle school a strong Character Education Program and a Gifted and Talented Program that is second to none. The middle school concept and the strong “teaming” approach are still intact. We continue to focus on the 7 Essential Elements of Effective Middle Schools and envision our middle school:

· As a collaborative community in which parents, educators, students, and community members share the responsibility for the education of all students.

· As a high-performing, standards-based middle school which utilizes technology, fosters global and cultural awareness providing real world skills for the future, and emphasizes an appreciation for life-long learning.

· As a safe, nurturing, healthy and positive environment which fosters the diverse educational, cultural, and social needs of all within the learning community, and instills strong citizenship with high moral values.

· As a culture which maintains high expectations for all students, staff, and administrators, and where all individuals are held accountable for achieving those expectations.

The Dana Lyon Middle School has numerous extra-curricular opportunities as well as enrichment possibilities both during the school year and summer time. Our dedicated staff provides high quality instruction that is rigorous, current, and standards-based.

Haverling High School

Haverling High School offers a comprehensive educational program to approximately 750 students.

At Haverling, students are encouraged to follow an academic program that will challenge and expand their interests and goals. Opportunities exist for students of all ability levels. The majority of students with special needs are included in general education classes with appropriate support and interventions to allow for their success in these classes. All students are encouraged to pursue a regent’s course of study at Haverling to whatever extent possible. Advanced placement or ACE courses are offered in every academic discipline. Strong offerings in Art, Music, Business and Technology as well as vocational studies provide for a well-rounded education for all and more detailed study for students with interest in these areas. Haverling works cooperatively with the Career Development Council to structure job partnerships and career exploration

Extracurricular experiences available to our students include a full array of athletic teams, a County Championship Academic All Stars Team, Instrumental and Vocal Music programs, Drama Club, Student Government and Project Care to mention a few.

The High School teachers who provide the educational challenges at this level work diligently to ensure our program is aligned with State Standards and Assessments. A hybrid Block Schedule is utilized which enhances the structure of the school day so students may apply knowledge of brain-based research in the most beneficial manner possible.

A School of Excellence, Proud of Its Achievements

v Countywide preschool, early intervention and special education programs are housed in the district.
v Universal Pre-Kindergarten, Begindergarten, and Pre-First Grade is available for the students who need the extra help to prepare them for a positive beginning to their educational career.
v All classrooms have access to the Internet. Totally involved computer-training programs for business where students acquire entry-level employment skills.
v A well-developed Computer-Aided Design (CAD) program provides training for employment and college preparation.
v Advanced Placement college level courses in English, Economics, Calculus, Government, French, Spanish, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science.
v Many excellent extra-curricular activities for school clubs and sports for all individuals.
v The school is the “community center” as many organizations hold activities in the buildings.

The Community of Bath

Bath Central Schools, commonly known as Haverling, is located in the village of Bath, New York, which, as the most centrally located point in Steuben County, is the county seat, with a population of 6000. Haverling has 150 teachers for its 2100 students.

The county covers some 1,409 square miles, including the southern area of the Finger Lake waters of Keuka Lake and is home to some 99,088 residents.

Located within easy travel distance of Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Ithaca, Elmira and Binghamton, Bath’s villagers enjoy the residential life of the rural area as well as the day to day hubbub of county governmental activities.