Mission:

Based on the belief that all students can learn the Penn Yan School Community accepts the responsibility to create a school climate to provide equal opportunity for learning basic skills. All students shall be challenged to their highest level of ability; mentally, physically, socially and psychologically. Our community expects graduating students will have pride in themselves and will be productive citizens.

About Us:

Penn Yan Central School District is situated on the northern most tip of the beautiful Keuka Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. The name Penn Yan is taken from “Pennsylvania” and “Yankee” in honor of its early settlers who migrated here in the 18th century. This unique and historic village has a variety of small businesses including Birkett Mills, which is Penn Yan’s oldest industry , established in 1797. The mill is the world’s largest producer of buckwheat products. Penn Yan is also known for its agricultural industry. The area produces a large variety of crops including corn, soy beans, grapes, apples and wheat. Because of the picturesque landscape, wineries, and Keuka Lake, travel and tourism are very popular in the area. Both of these industries are the foundation for Penn Yan’s economy. Penn Yan and Yates County are home to a large Mennonite community that help support the Penn Yan area with handmade goods, services and agriculture.

The community is also supported by a Penn Yan Public Library, Soldiers and Sailors Hospital, Yates County ARC and Keuka College. All of these community partners help to make Penn Yan a wonderful environment for work, play and raising a family.

Nurtured by the influence of a diverse community, our district is committed to the success of every student. We will support our students in developing the skills and strategies needed to achieve academic excellence and to become respectful, responsible, kind citizens of a global society. We are dedicated to sustaining an environment that fosters a joy for life and continued learning.