Hilton Central School District

Congratulations to the 41 individuals who were granted tenure at last night's Board of Education meeting. Thank you all for everything you do, every day for our students, families, community and school district.
Sadie Beeman, Sarah Boily, Rebecca Buell, Amy Caley, Drew Coleman, Meagan Contrera, Tracey D’Alonzo, Courtney Dwyer, Michael Dykes, Brianne Eason, Chelsea Endres, Nicole Farina, Jacob Farrell, Isabelle Finn, Brenna Healey, Kaitlyn Hedberg, Jamie Kemp, Abigail King, Jaime Kurmis, Jennifer Latona, Sean LeBeau, Beth Letters, Angela Luta, David Messbauer, Darcy Mitchell, Gia Neri, Melissa Perkowski, Jessica Pignato, Nicole Quinn, Samantha Sansone, Taylor Schrader, Kristy Shafer, Lisa Sommer, Steven Sorensen, Michelle Underwood, Nicholas Weis, Emily Woods, and Rebecca Zornow.

Talk about a sweet way to spread kindness! At Merton Williams the SADD / FUN club joined up with the FAC's club, and the students showed kindness by making yummy cupcakes and delivering them to all the staff at the school.

A staff member wanted to highlight Art Wheat, who is not just a fellow employee, but also her daughters' bus driver.

"Mr. Wheat attended the musical at St. Lawrence School to cheer on his students which goes above and beyond! This performance was in the evening, and we appreciated him taking the time to support his students. He even had each student who rides his bus sign his program! Our girls love seeing his smiling face each morning and look forward to telling him about their school days each afternoon. He is truly a gem!!"

Lilah looks forward to learning about and celebrating cultures from around the globe.

Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2026 who have been selected to throw out the first pitch at Hilton Night with the Rochester Red Wings on May 13.
Hope Carter plans on attending University of Kansas to study business and participate in their marching band for color guard.
Owen Hunsinger will be attending Louisiana State University to study accounting and be a member of their marching band.
In fact, you can make it a Hilton Double Header, because that weekend the Northwood, QUEST, and Village Choruses will be performing the National Anthem before the game!
To get discount tickets either use the QR Code on the attached image, or go here:

Hilton Seniors throwing out first pitch: https://www.ticketreturn.com/TRMobile/#/tickets/group-portal?HoldID=37723&SponsorID=19273&EventID=354312&holdid=37723&sponsorid=19273&eventid=354312

Elementary Choruses performing anthem: https://www.ticketreturn.com/TRMobile/#/tickets/group-portal?HoldID=37723&SponsorID=19273&EventID=354312&holdid=37723&sponsorid=19273&eventid=354312

Time for another shoutout, this time it's for Kelly O'Brien and Kearsyn Zilnik. Here's what one of their co-workers had to say about them:
Kelly and Kearsyn demonstrate unwavering integrity through their honest approach with staff and students, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality. As invaluable assets to the High School, they consistently go above and beyond for every person who walks through their door. Even when buried in paperwork, they lead with a "people-first" mindset, intuitively pausing their tasks to recognize that a student’s safety, growth, and well-being depend on their care. We are incredibly fortunate to have this dynamic duo whose dedication ensures a welcoming environment for our staff and most of all our students.

We are so lucky to have this amazing group of Assistant Principals in our district. Thanks to all of you for everything you do for our students, families and staff.

Purchase your tickets now for the Hilton Alumni Association's Casino Night. A great evening and a great way to support this organization. Plus, just by attending you will automatically be entered in a drawing for $1,000. Tickets are $40 in advance, and $50 at the door.

Families of High School Juniors, come see everything that the Counseling Center has to offer-Join us for Coffee with a Counselor. Head to website on the image to sign up for one of the three opportunities.

If you're a fan of great music, make sure you are at Hilton High School on May 1 for the 2nd Annual Hilton Acapella Invitational. Come hear some incredible groups, including our very own Hiltonix. Even better, it's free!

Max and Jaxson love football and put it to good use-securing flag football equipment for QUEST students.

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Little Cadet Carnival hosted by the Hilton Educators Association. To purchase your tickets, either scan the QR code in the attached picture, or got to: https://cur8.com/26308/project/137571

Chris Monfiletto coached the Cadet Hockey team to a sectional title for the first time in school history, but that's not why he recently received a shoutout. It was for the extra steps he takes to make sure the program is as inclusive as possible.

Ella does everything she can to help her fellow students and make the school a better place.

Thank you to all of the students and families who donated to the Merton Williams spring food and personal item drive to support the Hilton Food Shelf as part of our IB service-learning project.  They collected over 600 items and teachers raised over $500 as part of their basket raffle.  The Hilton Food Shelf supports over 200 families within the Hilton School District boundaries, so all donations and money directly help others within our community!  The Hilton Food Shelf is located in the Hilton Community Center on Henry Street in the village and accepts donations year-round.

Mike Brown exemplifies our Cadet Intentional Values through his unwavering commitment to our school community. His Integrity shines through his consistent, honest approach to building trust with students and colleagues alike. He demonstrates People First by prioritizing student wellbeing and creating a safe space where every student feels seen and supported, going above and beyond to ensure no one falls through the cracks. His Welcoming & Affirming nature is evident in the strong relationships he cultivates across our school, making both students and staff feel valued and included. Mike also embodies Lifelong Learning by continuously seeking innovative ways to support our community and district, never settling for the status quo and always looking for opportunities to grow and improve our school culture. His dedication transforms our school into a place where students thrive, and staff feel empowered to do their best work.

It was an afternoon of fun competition between the classes and faculty as the High School enjoyed a pep rally before heading off on Spring Break. You can see pictures from the assembly here: https://hiltonschools.smugmug.com/2025-2026/High-School/Spring-Pep-Rally

Roxanne consistently demonstrates a strong People First mindset. She prioritizes the well-being of her students, cultivating a classroom environment where they feel safe, supported, and motivated to learn. Her commitment to engagement is evident in the creative and thoughtful learning experiences she designs, always seeking new ways to keep students actively involved.
As a Grade Level Leader, Roxanne models quiet, steady leadership. She approaches change with professionalism and positivity, providing reassurance and practical support to her colleagues. When the Science of Reading was introduced at Grade 2, she proactively created small-group instructional kits for her team—personalized in each teacher’s favorite color—to help ease the transition and reduce stress during a period of significant instructional shift.
Roxanne is a tremendous asset to Village Elementary, the second-grade team, and the greater Hilton community. Her dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to students truly set her apart. I am so thankful for her sense of humor, her expertise and her thoughtfulness toward others.

Alicia is always willing to speak her mind, and use her voice to help those around her.