🎓 The full photo album from the LACS Graduation Ceremony is here! Download and save your favorite moments, and relive the joy of the day.

🎉 Congratulations to the Class of 2025—no matter where life takes you, you’ll always have a home in our ICSD family.

📸 LACS ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/4tNqaSEQgLRMTxhB7
2 days ago, ICSD Communications
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
2025 LACS Graduation Ceremony
🎓 The full photo albums from the IHS Graduation Ceremonies are here! Download and save your favorite moments, and relive the joy of the day.

🎉 Congratulations to the Class of 2025—no matter where life takes you, you’ll always have a home in our ICSD family.

📸 IHS 2 p.m. ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/UZkvcHXt4pM1JfUn9

📸 IHS 5 p.m. ceremony: https://photos.app.goo.gl/xdWDdjCPe2tYbEDHA
2 days ago, ICSD Communications
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
2025 IHS Graduation
🎬 Free Film Screening – Counted Out
📍 Cinemapolis, Downtown Ithaca
🗓 August 2 | 🕕 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for the premiere of Counted Out — a bold new documentary exploring how math impacts equity, democracy, and opportunity in America.

🧮 Math isn’t just about numbers — it’s about power, access, and shaping our future. Don’t miss this powerful conversation-starter.

🎟 Open to all! Let us know you're coming: https://tinyurl.com/98nxj328.
📚 ICSD staff: Register on Frontline for in-service or PD credit.

👧 Kids welcome! The Bad Guys 2 will be showing for children ages 5+ during the film ($5 tickets).
10 days ago, ICSD Communications
Counted Out movie poster
Free Summer Meals for Kids! 🍎 🍽️

This summer, the ICSD is offering free breakfast and lunch for all students 18 and under — no application needed.

📅 Monday–Friday
📍 Meals must be enjoyed on-site
❗️ Sites will be closed on July 4
👉 For more details visit ithacacityschools.org/page/summer-meals-for-kids
about 1 month ago, ICSD Communications
Summer Meals for Kids 2025
The Ithaca City School District (ICSD) will be closed on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, due to continued extreme heat. While schools will be closed, the following events will continue as planned: - Chemistry and Physics Regents exams -DeWitt Middle School Graduation - 6 p.m. in Kulp Auditorium - Lehman Alternative Community School (LACS) Middle School Graduation - 6 p.m. at LACS - ICSD Board of Education Special Voting Meeting - 5 p.m. in York Hall, Ithaca High School - Primary Election Voting - School buildings that serve as polling locations will remain open for voting Families with graduations or other school events scheduled for June 24 will hear directly from their building regarding rescheduling. For more information on emergency closings, please visit our website: ithacacityschools.org/closings.
about 2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Ithaca City Schools are closed due to extreme heat
🎪 The Northeast PTA Carnival brought the school community together for an evening of fun, connection, and celebration. From games and face painting to dinner and raffle prizes, it was a great way to close out the year. Thank you to the volunteers, families, and staff who made the event possible. 📸 Take a look at some highlights from the night.
about 2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
Northeast PTA Carnival
🥍 IHS Girls Lacrosse Makes Program History 🥍 The Ithaca High School Varsity Girls Lacrosse team has advanced to the New York State Class A Semifinals—marking the first time in program history they've reached this level. The team earned their spot with a 15–4 win over Valley Central in the Regional Final and now holds a 17–1 record for the season. 🗓 Next game: Friday, June 13 🕦 11:30 AM 📍 SUNY Cortland We're also sharing a few photos from Senior Night in May, when we recognized the seniors who’ve helped lead the team through a standout season. Wishing the team all the best in the semifinal!
2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
Girls Senior Lacrosse Night
📸 Earlier this week, BJM families gathered for the Millicent Clarke-Maynard Multicultural Dinner! The evening began with Shelby Chubb, PTA president, and her daughters Genevieve and Portia Garcia sharing the Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address in English and Mohawk. 💫🌍
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
BJM Multicultural Dinner
Thank you to everyone who helped make South Hill’s first Career Day a success! 🎉 From firefighters to artists to tech professionals, our students had the chance to explore a wide range of careers and ask thoughtful questions. Special thanks to all of our presenters and volunteers who made this meaningful day possible. Swipe through some highlights from the day! 📸🔥🚒💼🎨
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
South Hill Career Day
🗳️ ICSD Budget Vote & School Board Election – May 20, 2025 The annual Budget Vote and School Board Election is coming up on Tuesday, May 20, from 12:00–9:00 p.m. Be sure to make your voice heard! Find everything you need — including polling locations, voter eligibility, absentee and early voting info, and candidate profiles using the link in our bio. 🎓 Attention ICSD Seniors! Will you be away on the senior trip during the vote? If you're 18 and eligible to vote, take advantage of early voting at the ICSD District Office!
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: Budget Vote & School Board Election Tuesday, May 20 Polls Open 12-9 p.m. Explore the propositions, school board candidates, polling locations, and more.
🚍 ICSD Job Fair – May 28 We’re hiring bus aides and drivers! Stop by on Wednesday, May 28 from 4–7 p.m. to: ✅ Explore current job openings ✅ Meet our Transportation Services Specialist ✅ Get help with your application from an HR rep ✅ Take part in on-the-spot interviews No appointment needed—just walk in! 📍 602 Hancock Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: Now Hiring! Job Fair at ICSD We’re hiring bus aides and drivers! Join us on May 28 from 4-7 p.m. to explore current openings, meet our Transportation Services Specialist, get assistance with your application from an HR representative, and take part in on-the-spot interviews. No appointment needed—just walk in!  Location: 602 Hancock Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
🎭 The LACS One Acts Festival 🎭 From a vacationing Grim Reaper to bedtime stories gone hilariously wrong, our student-directed plays brought big energy and even bigger laughs to the Black Box stage. 👏 Huge thanks to our amazing cast, crew, and supportive community! 📸 Check out the highlights!
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
LACS One Acts Festival
LACS One Acts Festival
LACS One Acts Festival
LACS One Acts Festival
LACS One Acts Festival
LACS One Acts Festival
🗳️ ICSD Annual Budget Vote and School Board Election is Tuesday, May 20! 🏫 📍 To find your polling place, visit: ithacacityschools.org/vote 📬 Still need an early mail ballot? You can apply in person at the District Office (400 Lake Street) until Monday, May 19. 📮 Return your completed ballot to the ICSD Board Clerk by 5 p.m. on Election Day (May 20) for it to count! 📌 Drop off or mail applications/ballots to: ICSD Board Clerk 400 Lake Street Ithaca, NY 14850 Let your voice be heard—make a plan to vote! 🗳️
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: Find your polling place 2025-26 District Budget Vote To view the school district polling location table to determine where you vote, visit: ithacacityschools.org/vote
Up Next: Girls Flag Football Senior Night 🏈 On May 8, we celebrated our girls flag football seniors! Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and everything you've brought to the team. 📸 Check out the highlights from senior night below.
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Girls flag football senior night
Girls flag football senior night
Girls flag football senior night
Girls flag football senior night
Girls flag football senior night
🎾✨ Boys Tennis Senior Night! A heartfelt thank you to our seniors for their leadership and to all players for their hard work and sportsmanship.
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Boys Tennis Senior Night
Boys Tennis Senior Night
Boys Tennis Senior Night
Boys Tennis Senior Night
Boys Tennis Senior Night
The ICSD Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing on Tuesday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. in York Hall at IHS. The hearing will also be streamed via Zoom. Visit ithacacityschools.org/vote for details.
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: 2025 Budget Vote and School Board Election Budget Hearing Tuesday, May 13 5:30 p.m. For more details, visit: ithacacityschools.org/vote The public may join in person at IHS York Hall (400 Lake St) or virtually, via Zoom.
📚📝 Shoutout to our amazing first graders at Belle Sherman for sharing their original poems during the Poem in Your Pocket celebration on April 28! About 60 students rotated through stations, reading their work to staff across the Annex library. Such a joyful celebration of creativity and confidence! 🌟
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
Poetry in Your Pocket Event
📢 Meet the Candidates for the ICSD School Board! 🗳️ There are four open seats on the Ithaca City School District Board of Education. The candidates, in the order they will appear on the ballot, are: 1. Scott Jahnke 2. Madeline Cardona 3. David McMurry 4. Erin Croyle 5. Jacob Shiffrin 6. Karen Yearwood 7. Jill K. Tripp 🔜 Candidate bios will be available soon! For more information on the Annual Budget Vote and School Board Election, visit: ithacacityschools.org/vote
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic reads: School Board Candidates - The candidates for four open seats on the School Board are (in order of position on the ballot): Scott Jahnke  Madeline Cardona  David McMurry  Erin Croyle  Jacob Shiffrin  Karen Yearwood  Jill K. Tripp
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! To all our incredible ICSD educators — thank you for your dedication, passion, and the countless ways you inspire our students every day. You make a difference, and we are grateful for you! 💛📚🍎
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: Happy teacher appreciation week! May 5-9
🗳️ The voter registration deadline is Tuesday, May 6! If you're a qualified voter who has previously registered with the district or the County Board of Elections and have voted within the last four calendar years, you're eligible to vote in the May 20 election. Learn more and find out where you can register at ithacacityschools.org/vote!
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
Graphic Reads: May 6 is the last day to register to vote. The budget and school board election vote will take place on Tuesday, May 20. Are you registered? For more information visit: ithacacityschools.org/vote