12/16/09 I am very pleased to announce that York High School has been identified by US News and World Report as one of the top five high schools in Maine! This recognition is based on a number of factors, including student performance, college readiness and the performance among poverty, disadvantaged and minority populations. York is one of four high schools earning the Silver level award, along with Cape Elizabeth, Falmouth, and Greely. The Maine School of Science and Mathematics in Limestone was the highest recipient of the Gold award. This recognition is possible because of the commitment of every staff member at York High School to each and every student. There has been a concerted effort to provide challenge and rigor to each student and to identified specific interventions for those students who require this support. It is reassuring to know that these efforts are having such a positive effect on all students. Please join with me in commending all teachers, staff and administration in making YHS a top performing high school in Maine and in the nation. We must remember that the success of YHS would not be possible without the foundation set by our elementary and middle schools. York High School receives this honor on behalf of everyone in the York School Department. The result their combined efforts over the past years is being realized and has ensured that all York Schools remain a very special place of learning for every student. May I take this opportunity to wish each of you a wonderful holiday. I sincerely hope that you will take pleasure in this joyous season with friends and family. Regards, Dr. Henry R. Scipione Superintendent of Schools You can read an article in the York Weekly by clicking HERE