Mascots take the field at Fifth Grade Track Meet Spartan Stadium was filled with energy and school spirit today as fifth graders from all four Gates Chili elementary schools came together for the annual Sam Utter Fifth Grade Track and Field Meet.... June 4, 2026
Watch: Carley recieves Golden Apple Award Congratulations to Jyles Carley, the latest Gates Chili educator to receive a Golden Apple Award! Carley, who teaches social studies, English and reading at Gates Chili Middle School, was nominated... June 2, 2026
Words that wow: Gates Chili students recognized for their poetry Words that wow: Gates Chili students recognized for their poetry 📝 Congratulations to several Gates Chili students, who were awarded for the 2026 Friends of the Gates Public Library's Poetry Contes... May 21, 2026
Voters approve budget and school bus purchases Voters approve budget and school bus purchases ✅ At the annual vote on May 19, Gates Chili Central School District voters approved the proposed budget for the 2026-27 school budget and one addition... May 20, 2026
Gates Chili Students Earn Top Honors at State SkillsUSA Championships Gates Chili Students Earn Top Honors at State SkillsUSA Championships 🎉 Gates Chili students found success at the 2026 New York State SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Championships, held April 22-24... May 15, 2026
GC students celebrated for doing the right thing GC students celebrated for doing the right thing Three Gates Chili students were recently recognized for stepping up and helping others. Brennan C., Luke C., and Grayson W. received Do the Right Th... May 13, 2026
Creativity takes center stage in GCMS' first Odyssey of the Mind season Creativity takes center stage in GCMS' first Odyssey of the Mind season From balsa wood towers to epic poems and imaginative tall tales, Gates Chili Middle School students put their creativity to t... May 6, 2026
Mucino approved as assistant superintendent for instruction Mucino approved as assistant superintendent for instructionThe Gates Chili Central School District has appointed Sara Mucino as its next Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. Mucino has served ... May 5, 2026
Spartan Way 5k this weekend! Don't forget: Spartan Way 5k Fundraiser this Saturday 👟 Register now for the Spartan Way 5k Help support the Gates Chili High School's Senior Prime Time event by registering for the Spartan Way 5k.... April 13, 2026
Get ready for Gates Chili Comic Con April 16 Join the fun at the first-ever Gates Chili Comic Con 💥 GC Libraries is gearing up to host the first-ever Gates Chili Comic Con — an evening packed with creativity, imagination and fun for all ages!... April 10, 2026
New date for Celebrating Spartan Park! Celebrating Spartan Park being moved to April 9 ⚾🥎 Due to anticipated weather conditions, the grand opening of Spartan Park, which was originally scheduled for Friday, April 10, has been moved up o... April 8, 2026
Gates Chili BOE appoints Troy Olin as deputy superintendent Gates Chili BOE appoints Troy Olin as deputy superintendent The Gates Chili Central School District has appointed Troy Olin as deputy superintendent.Olin has served the Gates Chili community for mo... April 8, 2026
Spartan Park Grand Opening and Spirit Week Celebrating Spartan Park: A Home Run for our Community ⚾🥎 NEW DATE: Thursday, April 9 Celebrate the opening of Spartan Park with an evening of Spartan pride honoring ourtraditions and marking a hom... March 26, 2026
Register now for the Spartan Way 5k Fundraiser Spartan Way 5k Fundraiser 👟 Register now for the Spartan Way 5k Help support the Gates Chili High School's Senior Prime Time event by registering for the Spartan Way 5k. 📅 April 18, 2026⌚ 9-11 a.m.... March 25, 2026
BOE to appoint Dr. Mitchell Ball as next superintendent Gates Chili BOE to appoint Dr. Mitchell Ball as next superintendent The Gates Chili Board of Education announced today its intent to appoint Dr. Mitchell Ball as the next superintendent of schools.... March 24, 2026
Accepting nominations for the Gates Chili Hall of Fame Submit your nominations for the Gates Chili Hall of Fame by April 1. The Gates Chili Hall of Fame Committee is accepting nominations for Hall of Fame candidates. Applications received by April 1, 2... March 23, 2026
Watch: 'Singin' in the Rain' cast members appear on TV Cast members of Gates Chili Musical Theatre's "Singin' in the Rain" had the opportunity to promote the production on live TV. John C. (Don Lockwood), Liana Q. (Kathy Selden), Amari R. (Lina Lamonte... March 16, 2026
Gates Chili students shine at SkillsUSA regional competition Three Gates Chili BOCES 2 CTE students recognized by SkillsUSA 🏅 Gates Chili students shine at SkillsUSA regional competition Three students representing the Gates Chili Central School District and... March 6, 2026
Petitions available for prospective BOE candidates; due April 20 Petitions available for prospective BOE candidates; due April 20The Gates Chili Central School District is now accepting petitions for Board of Education candidates. Four (4) seats on the Gates Chi... March 2, 2026
GCHS students honored for saving neighbor Two Gates Chili High School students have been recognized for their heroic efforts to help a neighbor. Seniors Brennan Day and Raymond Hagstrom were presented with Do the Right Thing Awards at a sp... February 27, 2026
BOE approves calendar for the 2026-27 BOE approves school calendar for the 2026-27 school year 🗓️ The Gates Chili Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2026-27 school year at its regular business meeting on Feb. 24. T... February 25, 2026
BOE appoints Brasser's next assistant principal BOE appoints Brasser's next assistant principal During its regular business meeting on Jan. 27, the Gates Chili Board of Education appointed Ms. Emily Guarino as Brasser’s next assistant principal.... January 28, 2026
Gates Chili is hiring school bus drivers! Drive with us: GC is now hiring school bus drivers! 🚍 Starting pay: $24.22–$25.22/hour with benefits Up to $27.22–$28.22/hour without benefits Yearly raises Retention bonuses at 3 and 5 years We ar... January 15, 2026
Become a Budget Ambassador for the 2026-27 School Budget Become a Budget Ambassador and help shape the future of Gates Chili📊 Deadline Extended to Friday, Jan. 23! Gates Chili is seeking community members to serve as Budget Ambassadors for the developmen... January 13, 2026
Superintendent retirement approved, interim appointed Important message from the Gates Chili Board of EducationHello and Happy New Year to our Gates Chili families!I hope the break provided time to rest, recharge and enjoy time with the people and act... January 6, 2026
2025 Wrapped: Gates Chili Edition Your Gates Chili 2025 Wrapped is here. 🎧📚🚌This year was made up of the everyday moments that keep our district moving forward, plus the big milestones we will remember for years to come. From the f... December 31, 2025
Fall issue of the newsletter now available online Read the Fall 2025 GCCSD print newsletter online now! Keep an eye out! The fall issue of the GCCSD print newsletter will be hitting mailboxes soon. 📬 Inside this edition, find highlights from acros... November 25, 2025
Help shape Gates Chili's future Help shape Gates Chili's future 💡Over the last several years, our district has worked diligently to plan for the future in ways that best support students and staff. Recently, several factors have ... October 28, 2025
Ryan named school psychologist of the year Ryan named school psychologist of the year The New York Association of School Psychologists (NYSAP) has named Paul Road Elementary School's Dr. Sarah Ryan as a Ruth Steegmann Chapter School Psychol... September 30, 2025
Buffalo Bills name Fontenette high school coach of the week Buffalo Bills name Fontenette high school coach of the week Gates Chili Varsity Football head coach Andre Fontenette has been named the Buffalo Bills and Legends Global Merchandise High School Tack... September 10, 2025
Alternate entrance for District Office beginning Sept. 15 District Office main entrance closing Sept. 15 for construction The District Office main entrance (door 73) will be closed beginning Sept. 15 for several weeks while crews install a new canopy. Thi... September 9, 2025
Kamola spotlighted by the state Kamola named NYS TESOL Staff Member of the Month Gates Chili Central School District is proud to announce that Leigh Kamola has been named the New York State Teachers of English to Speakers of Othe... August 15, 2025
Gates Chili is hiring Teacher Aides! Spread the word: Gates Chili is hiring Teacher Aides! Gates Chili Central School District is currently hiring Teacher Aides to support students across the district. These vital team members play an... August 5, 2025
Lewis, Pittman named lacrosse coaches of the year Lewis, Pittman named lacrosse coaches of the year Gates Chili Boys Varsity Lacrosse coaches Bill Lewis and Glenn Pittman have been selected as 2025 USA Lacrosse High School Boys' Coaches of the Yea... July 29, 2025
Gates Chili Board of Education seeks candidate for open seat Gates Chili Board of Education seeks candidate for open seatAt its annual re-organizational meeting on July 8, the Gates Chili Board of Education accepted the resignation of Board Member Kerri Keye... July 9, 2025
GCCSD E-Newsletter - June 2025 GCCSD News and Updates - June 2025 ... June 2, 2025
Gates Chili BOE appoints two new instructional leaders Gates Chili BOE appoints two new instructional leadersThe Gates Chili Board of Education has appointed two new leaders to the district’s leadership team. Lora Bower will be the next principal at Fl... May 28, 2025
Go Spartans! Dear Gates Chili Families,We’re excited to share an incredible opportunity coming to our community! On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, Premier Talent Relations and Premier Community Relations are bringing... April 25, 2025
Welcome New Spartans - April 2025 New Spartans - April 2025 ... April 21, 2025
GCCSD E-Newsletter - April 2025 GCCSD News and Updates - April 2025 ... April 1, 2025
Updated last days of school for students New last days of school for students At its March 25 regular business meeting, the Gates Chili Board of Education approved several changes to the school calendar for the 2024-25 school year. Please... March 26, 2025
Last day to donate coats, Fall Family Fest this week! 🍂 FALL FAMILY FEST 2024 🍁 Today is the last day to donate coats and winter gear to the Spartan Way Coat Drive! Coats will be distributed at the Fall Family Fest on Thursday, Nov. 7, from 5-7 p.m. i... November 5, 2024
