Notice of Public Hearing on the Budget

About HCSD Arts

HCSD's Fine and Performing Arts Department affords all students the opportunity to study music, visual art, dance, and theatre, providing every child with experiences that promote life-long participation and enjoyment of the arts. We embrace the cooperative work of parents, teachers, students, and the community, and are invested in a collaborative approach to support student development and success.

About HCSD Athletics

The Harrison Athletics program is built on the principles of Rigor, Development, Communication, and Accountability. Harrison coaches work to develop programs based on communication, clear expectations, ongoing feedback, accountability and developing self-advocacy in our student athletes. We are committed to meeting the standards of high expectation and maximum effort on and off the field.

Budget Advances Educational Initiatives for All Students

A budget within the allowable tax cap levy limit, the Board has never proposed a levy above the limit
Maintenance of District class sizes with a target of 22 students K-12
Full-time Health Assistant for middle school
Continue to pay fees for International Baccalaureate & Advanced Placement exams for all students
Increase psychological services in the middle and elementary school
Increase mandated special education teachers and support staff
Facility improvements throughout District

Tax Levy Below Cap

Since New York State’s adoption of the mandated tax cap, the Harrison Central School District tax levy has been at or below the cap. The 2020-21 budget proposes a tax levy increase of 2.10%, below the allowable tax levy cap.

The Board of Education of the Harrison Central School District will hold the Public Hearing on the proposed 2020-2021 School District Budget on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at 8:15 P.M. The Public Hearing will be held remotely via Zoom. The public may participate and view by registering here: Harrison Central School District Budget Hearing. The public will have the opportunity to comment at the hearing.