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The Pine Valley Central School District is a rural district that covers an area of approximately 120 square miles in the northeast section of Chautauqua County and the northwest section of Cattaraugus County.

The Pine Valley Central School is approximately 14 miles from the Village of Fredonia and 25 miles from Jamestown.  The area connects easily to metropolitan Buffalo and Erie by using the Southern Tier Expressway (Interstate 86/Rt. 17) and the New York State Thruway (I-90), which are nearby.  Thus, numerous two and four-year institutions are pretty accessible.

The two largest villages in the district are Cherry Creek and South Dayton.  Both villages have populations of approximately 750 persons.  The area is mainly residential and heavily agricultural, although numerous small businesses and industries add to the economic base.  The beautiful and vast countryside near Allegany State Park, the largest in New York State, offers countless year-round outdoor activities: hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping.  The area is especially noteworthy for its fine recreational facilities, excellent golf courses, ski resorts, state parks, and boating opportunities.

In addition to the cultural and enrichment activities associated with Buffalo and Erie, there are similar opportunities nearby.  Chautauqua Institute, Roger Tory Peterson Institute, Reg Lenna Civic Center, and Buffalo Philharmonic and Regional Theatre offer comprehensive appeal programs, speakers, and entertainment.

The community also has a large Amish population within the district's boundaries.  The Amish offer a cultural aspect to the community and provide services from woodworking and cabinetry making to baked goods and quilts at reasonable prices.  This combines to give the Pine Valley Central School District residents an excellent quality of life at a moderate cost of living.

 

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Our Purpose and Principles

At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to purpose, guided by a clear mission, an inspiring vision for the future, and core values that define who we are and drive everything we do.

Mission: To prepare all students to be college and career-ready as lifelong learners, instilled with the intrinsic values of:

Integrity | Perseverance | Responsibility | Curiosity | Civility 

 Vision: To provide an education that grows tomorrow's leaders who are fully aware of and able to act upon any opportunities. 

  • Excellence: We are dedicated to providing a challenging and engaging curriculum that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.
  • Equity: We believe every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.
  • Collaboration: We value the partnership between students, families, educators, and the community in creating a successful learning environment.
  • Innovation: We embrace new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century.
  • Integrity: We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.

We are committed to:

  • Providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students
  • Recruiting and retaining highly qualified and dedicated educators
  • Offering a diverse and challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners
  • Supporting the social and emotional well-being of our students
  • Engaging families and the community as partners in education
  • Utilizing resources effectively and responsibly

  • Mission: To prepare all students to be college and career-ready as lifelong learners, instilled with the intrinsic values of:

    Integrity | Perseverance | Responsibility | Curiosity | Civility 

  •  Vision: To provide an education that grows tomorrow's leaders who are fully aware of and able to act upon any opportunities. 

    • Excellence: We are dedicated to providing a challenging and engaging curriculum that promotes academic excellence and personal growth.
    • Equity: We believe every student deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.
    • Collaboration: We value the partnership between students, families, educators, and the community in creating a successful learning environment.
    • Innovation: We embrace new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century.
    • Integrity: We conduct ourselves with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.

  • We are committed to:

    • Providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students
    • Recruiting and retaining highly qualified and dedicated educators
    • Offering a diverse and challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all learners
    • Supporting the social and emotional well-being of our students
    • Engaging families and the community as partners in education
    • Utilizing resources effectively and responsibly

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