✨ Welcome Back, EICSD Staff! ✨
Today, we officially kicked off the 2026-27 school year with an inspiring Opening Day program celebrating the people who make East Irondequoit such a special place to learn and grow.
The morning began with a memorable student-teacher trombone performance, followed by remarks from Eastridge Class of 2027 President and Student Board of Education Representative, who reminded us of the impact our work has on students every day.
We also proudly recognized dedicated staff members celebrating milestones of 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years of service. A special congratulations goes to Pat Martin, whose incredible 60 years of service to our district is a testament to a lifetime of commitment to East Irondequoit students and families.
The program concluded with the presentation of our Outstanding Lancer Awards:
🏆 Diane Martello – Outstanding Lancer Elementary Educator
🏆 Melissa Paquin – Outstanding Lancer Secondary Educator
🏆 Kristen Munger – Outstanding Lancer Staff Member
Congratulations to all of our honorees and thank you to every member of our EICSD team for your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students.
Here's to a fantastic 2026-27 school year! 💙
Opening Day - East Irondequoit Central School Photo Galleries










We loved welcoming our incoming kindergarten students and their families for an evening filled with fun, excitement, and preparation for the school year ahead. Our future Lancers enjoyed ice cream, received fresh haircuts, picked out new backpacks, and had a blast bouncing around in the bounce house.
A special thank you to the amazing community partners who donated their time, services, and resources to help make this event such a memorable experience for our families:
💙 Netsins Ice Cream
💙 Villa of Hope
💙 Salvatore's Old Fashioned Pizzeria
💙 Level Up Martial Arts
💙 Irondequoit Public Library
💙 PTA
💙The Center for Youth Peaceful Schools
💙 Irondequoit Police Department
💙 Major League Cuts
💙 Top of the Line Haircuts
Your generosity and commitment to our students helped ensure that our newest learners start their educational journey feeling welcomed, supported, and ready for kindergarten. Thank you for helping make this event such a success!
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There’s still time to recognize the incredible educators and staff members who make a difference in our schools every day by nominating them for the Outstanding Lancer Award - but don’t wait!
Submit your nomination today:
https://www.eastiron.org/page/outstanding-lancer
Let’s celebrate the dedication, passion, and impact of our Lancer family. 💙

Thank you to all who participated in today’s district vote. Here are the results:
✅ Proposition 1: School Budget
Passed: 788 yes, 217 no
✅ Proposition 2: Equipment Reserve Fund
Passed: 809 yes, 195 no
✅ Proposition 3: Board Seat Reduction (9 to 7)
Passed: 738 yes, 257 no
Board of Education Election Results:
Jill Ricci – 752
Katrina Davenport – 671
Dan McInerney – 656
Elena Matthews – 651
Carol Watt – 578
➡️ Elected to the Board of Education:
Jill Ricci, Elena Matthews, Dan McInerney, and Katrina Davenport

If you miss the Art Show today, you still have time to see the incredible work on display. The Art Show will also be open May 20 and May 21 from 2:30–8:30 PM.
We hope you’ll come out and support our talented student artists!
📸: https://eastirondequoit.smugmug.com/District/2025-26/Art-Show










How do we compare across the county? Here’s a quick look:
✔️ Budget decrease of 1.04% – the lowest in the county and the only district reducing its budget
✔️ 2.04% tax levy increase – among the smallest in the county
✔️ Aa2 credit rating – 2nd highest in the county, reflecting strong financial management
We are committed to delivering a high-quality education while being responsible with taxpayer dollars.

Don't forget! Stop by the Rochester Mini Career Fair!
✅ East Irondequoit Central School District will be there sharing information about current and upcoming job openings.
📅 April 28, 2026
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
📍 Rochester Career Center, 276 Waring Road
Bring your résumé and come meet our team—we’d love to connect!


Mark your calendar! Stop by the Rochester Mini Career Fair!
✅ East Irondequoit Central School District will be there sharing information about current and upcoming job openings.
📅 April 28, 2026
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
📍 Rochester Career Center, 276 Waring Road
Bring your résumé and come meet our team—we’d love to connect!


✅ East Irondequoit Central School District will be there sharing information about current and upcoming job openings.
📅 April 28, 2026
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
📍 Rochester Career Center, 276 Waring Road
Bring your résumé and come meet our team—we’d love to connect!

📚✨ We’re hiring for the 2026–27 school year!
Check out our current teaching openings and apply today to join a supportive district committed to student success and professional growth. We’d love to have you on our team.
🔗 View positions and apply: https://eirondequoit.recruitfront.com/JobPostingCategory?CID=10205

This special night would not have been possible without the incredible support of 60 Eastridge High School student volunteers who generously gave their time to help serve dinner, escort and seat guests, and spend time visiting with our senior citizens. Their kindness, professionalism, and warm smiles helped make the evening truly memorable.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this night possible and to our students who exemplified the very best of our school community. 💙🎭
#LancersLEAD






Online ticket sales for Eastridge High School’s Spring Musical, Les Misérables end tonight at midnight! Tickets will still be available for purchase at the door for $7 for adults, $5 for students/senior citizens.
🎶 Don’t miss this incredible production of the classic Broadway hit—featuring powerful music, unforgettable performances, and an amazingly talented cast and crew. We hope to see you there!
🎟️: https://ic.eastiron.monroe.edu/campus/store/eiron/school-store/4/products(secondaryRouteOutlet:product-view/83)

#LancersLEAD




Our Senior Citizen Dinner is officially at capacity, and we are no longer able to accept reservations. Thank you for the overwhelming response!
✨ Good news! Senior citizens are still welcome to attend the show on Thursday, March 19 at 6:15 PM — FREE of charge. Senior citizens can also attend the other showings on Friday and Saturday for $5.
We look forward to seeing you there!

🎵 Lancer Marching Band information meeting is TOMORROW!🎵
Are you a student in grades 6–12 who loves music, performing, and school spirit? Come learn more at our Informational Night:
📅 TOMORROW, Thursday, February 12
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Eastridge Auditorium
Meet the team, discover what it’s like to be part of the Lancer Marching Band, and find out how you can join!

Students and families had an absolute blast last night at our District‑Wide Family Game Night! The evening was filled with smiles, laughter, and nonstop fun as families came together to play games, make crafts, build with Legos, color creative masterpieces, race through obstacle courses, and, of course, bounce around in the always‑popular bounce house.
It was wonderful to see our school community connecting, laughing, and enjoying time together in such a fun and welcoming environment. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night such a success! 💙🎉
#LancersLEAD #StrongerConnections










Are you a student in grades 6–12 who loves music, performing, and school spirit? Come learn more at our Informational Night:
📅 Thursday, February 12
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Eastridge Auditorium
Meet the team, discover what it’s like to be part of the Lancer Marching Band, and find out how you can join!

