Sights from Caroline Elementary's Curriculum Night! 📸📚
about 18 hours ago, ICSD Communications
A group of children and adults in a classroom, seated around desks, engaging in activities.
A boy wearing glasses looks at a puzzle box while a woman watches
Classroom with students and adults sitting and standing listening to a teacher
A classroom with students and adults gathered around a table.
A girl in a blue shirt is painting a table inside a classroom.

Congratulations to the seniors on the boys golf team! The seniors and their families were honored in a senior day celebration prior to their match on October 8.

We wish the best of luck to our seniors in the future!

2 days ago, ICSD Communications
Four men on a golf course. One wears sunglasses and a cap, while others wear shirts in maroon and navy.
Five boys on the golf team pose for a photo on the golf course

Congratulations to the seniors on the boys soccer team! The seniors and their families were honored in a senior day celebration prior to their game on Monday, October 5.

We wish the best of luck to our seniors in the future!

5 days ago, ICSD Communications
A group of people on a soccer field wearing red uniforms. They are posing for a photo.
A soccer team stands on a field with green turf, wearing red and black uniforms. Trees and a building are in the background.
Athletes on a field. One player wears a maroon jersey. Trees and bleachers in the background.
Congratulations to the seniors on the girls tennis team! The seniors and their families were honored in a senior day celebration prior to their match on September 25.

We wish the best of luck to our seniors in the future!
10 days ago, ICSD Communications
The four seniors on the girl tennis team pose for a photo
The girls tennis team poses for a photo
Congratulations to the seniors on the girls soccer team! The seniors and their families were celebrated during senior night on September 29.

Thank you for your dedication to the Little Red and good luck in the future! ⚽️
11 days ago, ICSD Communications
Seniors on the girls soccer team pose in front of a balloon arch
Players in pink shirts and shorts stand on a field; a coach walks between teams; trees and a building in the background.
The seniors and their families pose on senior night in front of a balloon arch

South Hill Elementary students participated in the annual fun run on Friday afternoon!

Students ran, walk, skipped and jumped nearly 1.2 miles down the South Hill Rec Trail and were awarded with bubbles and medals at the finish line. 👟🌳

13 days ago, ICSD Communications
A group of children standing on the trail together holding up their fun run medals
A group of students high five Mr. Brown at the finish line of the fun run
A boy runs on a gravel path with a man in a helmet on a bicycle behind him.
A young child runs on a gravel path in a forest with sunlight and shadows.
Three children run on the rec trail
Several children with medals pose around bubbles on the rec trail
Caroline Elementary welcomed families back to school with an ice cream social on the playground !🍦🛝

Thank you to the families, students, and staff who joined us to kickoff the school yea.
16 days ago, ICSD Communications
A group of children plays basketball on an outdoor court with trees in the background.
Four boys walk in a park area; one has a backpack. A traffic cone stands on the path.
Children playing on a playground with two red towers. Some sitting on benches. Trees and grass in the background.
Two girls eating on a lawn with a large crowd of people standing behind them.
On September 18, the Ithaca High School varsity football team won a nail biter, topping Homer 31-30! 🏈

The Little Red won on a 38-yard field goal from James Daugherity as time ran out. For the first time since 2009, Ithaca is off to a 3-0 start on the season.

17 days ago, ICSD Communications
Players wearing helmets and sneakers in a football huddle on a field with white markings.
Cheerleaders in maroon and yellow uniforms performing on a red track, with grass and a building in the background.
A large crowd of people on a bleacher. A mascot holds a flag in the foreground.
A large group of people in an outdoor area, some walking and others sitting on the steps of a stadium.
Fall Creek Elementary students are enjoying their new playground, a space shaped by their ideas and designed with student voice at the center.

The vision came to life through a collaborative design process that brought together Fall Creek students, Cornell University students, educators, and design professionals to help shape the new space.

The ICSD will celebrate the completion of the playground with a community ribbon cutting on Friday, October 2, from 5:30–7 p.m. We look forward to celebrating this new space for play, creativity, connection, and exploration with the Fall Creek community.
17 days ago, ICSD Communications
A playground with various climbing structures and a large red slide, with children playing on the equipment.
Playground with children. A girl swings and others play near her. Background includes trees and a fence.
Two boys on a playground. One is climbing up a ladder while the other stands near a post.
A young child performs a pull-up on a playground climbing structure. A red slide is in the background.
Child on playground equipment, grasping the structure for support, with other kids nearby. Ground covered in gravel.
A playground with two large red slides, red-and-black vertical structures, and yellow canopy umbrellas.

Earlier this month students at BJM celebrated back to school with an open house and playground fun featuring the Physics Bus! 🚌 🛝📝

Thank you to everyone who joined us!

17 days ago, ICSD Communications
A woman and boy look at items on a table under a tent, with a purple bus parked nearby.
Four children play with a toy on a pavement. Brick wall and a tent are in the background.
Several children playing with bubbles in front of a red door. A bubble machine is on the left.
A child at a table shapes metal using a tool. Various items are on the table.
The first week of the 2026–27 school year is in the books!

Across the ICSD, students and staff have been settling into classrooms, reconnecting with friends and colleagues, and meeting new people.

We’re so glad you’re back ❤️💛
30 days ago, ICSD Communications
A woman and five children walk on a sidewalk. Greenery and a yellow school bus are in the background.
Several children in casual clothes walking through an entrance of a brick building with glass doors.
A crowd of students wearing backpacks gathered outside a brick building with a blue sky.
A family walks on a sidewalk with a woman hugging a girl. A sign with an arrow is beside them.
A group of children stand in a grassy area, one smiling. The background features a tree and a person in a white shirt.
A classroom with children and adults. Some sit at a table and others stand and pose.
Various students in school attire, carrying backpacks, walk and converse in an outdoor area.
Five adults pose for a photo in front of a brick building. They smile and stand close together.
School buses in a parking lot. Some students walk past, some with backpacks. Greenery and trees in background.
Several children walking down the sidewalk, with yellow school buses parked on the side.
A look back at our final Playground Night at Enfield! 🛝☀️

Thanks to everyone who joined us throughout August for evenings of play, connection, and community.

And just like that, the school year is underway! We’re looking forward to all that’s ahead at Enfield. 💙
about 1 month ago, ICSD Communications
A woman standing behind a student, both looking at a smiling woman; behind them, others talk or hold cups.
A woman and a young child in a gymnasium. The child throws a blue ball at a pop-up toy.
A child in a hoodie shouts while playing with a ball in an indoor court.
A girl waves rings while standing in a gymnasium. People stand behind her, and a red wall is visible.
A woman and a child stand next to each other while the child puts a balloon on the woman's head, standing against a red wall.
Principal Stephen hands a ball to a boy among a group of children inside a gym.
Principal Stephan crouching speaks to a girl. Another child stands nearby. Background contains a multicolored tent.
Multiple children and adults are standing in a gymnasium. They are wearing casual clothes and sneakers.
A child in a red and white polka dot dress and a young boy in a blue shirt interact at a school event.
A woman face paints a student in the Enfield gym while other children sit nearby waiting to have their faces painted.
Next week will be the final week of the ICSD Bookmobile for the summer! On the final day, students will be able to choose from books donated by Friends of the Library to take home and enjoy.

The Bookmobile has been on the road every Wednesday this summer, making stops at:

📍 12:20 p.m. – Brooktondale Camp
📍 1:15 p.m. – Enfield Community Center
📍 2:00 p.m. – Sandy Creek Village
📍 2:45 p.m. – West Village Apartments

It’s been a great summer out in the community! 📚☀️
about 2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Four children are seated around a picnic table. Two are reading books, and one is holding a book. A slide and trees are in the background.
A group of children and a woman examine items on a table in front of a mural.
Children at a picnic table, reading, with a woman nearby, a clock on a gazebo in the background.
☀️ ICSD Summer Spotlight

In June, Ithaca High School celebrated the accomplishments of many graduating seniors at the Senior Awards Ceremony. More than 90 seniors were recognized for their academic achievements, athletic accomplishments, community service, leadership, and more.

With more than 100 awards presented, this celebration would not have been possible without the generous support of community partners, the PTA, IHS alumni, and families. Thank you to everyone who continues to support and celebrate students.

Check out the complete album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/BLS53hY2xZNuiLQ7A
about 2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Seven people on a stage with a large screen behind them displaying "Visual & Performing Arts." A table holds red flowers.
Five people on a stage. One holds a large screen. A banner behind them says "Ithaca Little Red".
Two people embrace on a stage in front of a screen. A table with a red tablecloth is in front of them.
Two women stand on stage with an award; a large screen behind them displays "The Jeff Dobbin Distinguished Community Service Award".
An auditorium with red seats, where several people sit while a person stands in the middle, possibly during an event.
Two individuals, one holding a yellow folder, stand on a stage with a screen behind them displaying the word Awards.
Four people stand on stage in front of a screen displaying a woman's portrait. They hold certificates and stand beside a table with a red tablecloth.
Teacher stands on stage presenting an award to two students.
Five people on a stage, one with a microphone. Behind them is a screen with text. An I sign and table nearby.
Three people stand on stage holding awards. A presentation screen is behind them. A table with a red cover is in front of them.
Project Innovation wraps up today after six weeks of learning, creating, collaborating, and exploring.

Yesterday, students shared what they had been working on during a Celebration of Learning and Circus Culture performance. From inventions and games to ideas for improving their schools, students shared projects that reflected their interests, creativity, and problem-solving. They also took the stage for a circus performance, supporting and cheering one another on.

It was a great reflection of what Project Innovation is all about: giving students the opportunity to follow their interests, work together, and take an active role in their learning.

Thank you to our students and the Project Innovation staff for another great year. We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer!
about 2 months ago, ICSD Communications
A group of young people on a basketball court, performing a coordinated hula hoop routine.
A woman performs a handstand on a hula hoop while others watch in a gymnasium.
A child inside a yellow fabric hammock hanging from the ceiling, with red padded walls in the background.
Kids hold up colorful hoops and stand in a circle, facing an audience in a gymnasium.
A large group of people sit on a basketball court in various positions, with a large logo on the floor.
Many people, including a young child, walk in a school hallway with white walls and blue columns.
Colorful drawings of animals and farm scenes on white papers with green borders, displayed on a table.
Display of colorful charts with text and drawings about "Tari's Gliding Flippers" on a white board.
A colorful, hand-painted game board with a double-path layout, surrounded by game pieces and boxes on a wooden table.

Fall sports registration is now open for ICSD Athletics!

🏈 JV & Varsity Football

• Registration: Open Now
• First Practice: August 17

🏃 All Other JV & Varsity Fall Sports

• Registration: Open Now
• First Practice: August 24

🏐 Modified Fall Sports
• Registration Opens: August 9
• First Practice: September 8

Learn more and register at: ithacacityschools.org/o/icsd/page/icsd-sports-registration

2 months ago, ICSD Communications
Two women in matching sports uniforms, one with a volleyball in the air. Red background.
A young man in a white shirt with the letters HACA plays tennis, standing before a red wall.
Person in blue long-sleeve shirt, black shorts, and white gloves jumps to catch a soccer ball.
Person in red, yellow, and white cheerleading uniform holding a basketball and a pom-pom.
Five cheerleaders stand in a line. They wear red and white uniforms and hold pom-poms. They are on a red background.
Two football players jump in air on red background. One wears red and white uniform, other red, white, and yellow.
A woman in a maroon tank top and black shorts stands on a red background, holding a baseball bat.
A volleyball player in a white uniform holds a ball. The player wears a shirt with "THACA" and the number 8.
Students across the ICSD wrapped up the school year with the annual Field Day tradition, enjoying games, teamwork, and time together outdoors. ☀️

Thank you to the staff, volunteers, and school communities who helped make these end-of-year celebrations possible.
3 months ago, ICSD Communications
A grassy field with two colorful inflatables; one is a large slide. Children play near them, with an open building in the background.
Outdoor playground with two basketball hoops and two children playing basketball in a grassy field.
A young girl runs on a wet road, holding a yellow object and surrounded by a group.
Aerial view of a sports facility with a red track, green field, and red bleachers. Buildings and trees surround the area.
Woman in yellow shirt paints face art on a girl sitting on a lawn chair. Other people and items in background.
Two children pull on a rope with a traffic cone on the ground. Trees and a building are in the background.
Two women in blue shirts stand in a grassy field with a small object on the ground. Trees are visible in the background.
Children playing outside in grass. One child jumps over a hula hoop. Another child runs toward him.
On June 11, Caroline Elementary students proudly shared their learning with families and staff during the school's Celebration of Learning! The event highlighted the hard work, creativity, and growth of students throughout the year.
4 months ago, ICSD Communications
Children stand around a table with papers and pens, some signing. A tree trunk is visible in the background.
Kids and adults stand around a table with various crafts. A black board with artwork is behind them.
Two children look at artwork displayed on a table. One child holds a box with decorations. Behind them, orange fabric displays framed artwork.
Kids and adults look at a table with crafts. A woman in glasses smiles at a child.
Adults and children gathered, some sitting, others standing, around a table; a girl holding a book.
A group of people gathered in a park with tables and booths set up under trees.
Three children gather around a table with an object. The boy in blue and yellow checks interacts with it.
A group of people, some with hats, in a grassy field, some standing around tables with objects.
Children gather around a table, focusing on a cardboard craft. One child holds paper while another manipulates a colorful object.
Belle Sherman's annual Spring Fair brought families, students, and staff together for an evening filled with games, food, face painting, books, balloons, and plenty of fun. Thank you to the PTA, volunteers, and everyone who helped make this beloved community tradition another great success!
4 months ago, ICSD Communications
People, including children, gather near a building. A woman stands behind a table with a blue machine, and several children are waiting.
An outdoor area with people walking, a building with a tent, a playground, trees, and chalk drawings on the ground.
Children run and play in a park. Some wear red shirts, and others wear green. A gazebo and market area are in the background.
Tables with a variety of potted plants for sale outdoors. A banner says "Plant Sale!" A man walks behind the tables.
A brick building with a sign and a mural. People shop at an outdoor clothing sale.
Kids and adults gather in a playground with trees in the background and a slide visible.

🎉 BJM's final Friday Morning Celebration of the school year was a special one! Students, staff, and families came together to recognize achievements, build community, and celebrate a successful year. We also welcomed Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo as a guest for the celebration.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Friday Morning Celebrations such a meaningful tradition.

4 months ago, ICSD Communications
Group of children on a stage performing with pom-poms in front of a sign.
Children in red and black uniforms hold silver and red pompoms, performing on a stage.
Children wearing red shirts and red hats perform on a stage. A banner with a tiger logo is behind them.
Four kids stand on stage, holding a large Earth poster and signs. A person stands behind them.
Four people wearing matching shirts with tiger logos, standing together in front of a colorful building.
A group of students stands on a stage with one holding a microphone. They are wearing casual clothes and standing before a backdrop with the Martin Elementary logo.
Woman with orange cap and orange top speaks into microphone, standing beside a girl holding papers.