Roc Academy was founded by Elvio Fernandes, an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, songwriter, and producer. Since 2012, Elvio has been a member of the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated band Daughtry.
Despite a packed schedule, having performed with Daughtry on The Kelly Clarkson Show in New York City just two days ago and preparing to head out on tour in two days, Elvio made time to visit Mount Morris CSD. He delivered an inspiring presentation and showcased the remarkable talent of his Roc Academy students. Elvio’s message to students was to follow their passion wholeheartedly and have confidence in their abilities, whether that passion is music or something entirely different. Inches of Mercury had the auditorium rocking, with students dancing, cheering, and having an unforgettable time.
Elvio created Roc Academy to help young people build confidence and discover their inner “rock star.” In addition to its East Rochester location, the academy has recently opened a new site on Franklin Street in Geneseo, right around the corner from us.
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Addyson Barnhardt led the way with 27 points, 5 steals, and 6 rebounds, while Kennedy Canary added 10 points, 5 steals, and 6 assists. Coach John Koronas shared, “The girls played as a team and worked hard. Every player did what we wanted them to do. It was a true team win.”
The Blue Devils are back in action Monday, December 8th at 7 pm as they host Friendship-Scio at Mount Morris High School. Let’s pack the stands and support our Blue Devils! 💙🔥
🎉 Congratulations to our November Junior High and Senior High Students of the Month! These students have shown outstanding PRIDE in their daily work. Keep showing Pride everywhere! 🙌
💙 Thank You for Joining Us! 💙
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Grandparents/Special Persons Day! Our special guests and students enjoyed a wonderful afternoon together filled with activities like watching a photo slideshow, reading, making a fall craft, stopping for a picture, visiting the book fair, sharing lunch and enjoying a performance from our Jazz Band. Watch our picture slideshow at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/reel/1243270841167470
Your presence made the day truly special for our students!
MMCSD Students Participate in Youth and Government Conference in Albany
From Sunday November 23 to Tuesday November 25, Mr. Steffenilla, Social Studies Teacher and Youth and Government Advisor, accompanied a group of seventh and eighth grade students to Albany for the YMCA Youth and Government Conference. This year marked an exciting milestone. For the first time, middle school delegates were permitted to debate on both the Assembly and Senate floors inside the New York State Capitol. In previous years, they used only the Assembly chamber. Students embraced the experience with maturity, respect, and enthusiasm.
Throughout the conference, delegates learned about the legislative process by drafting mock bills, presenting them during committee sessions, and debating them publicly before voting. Every student demonstrated leadership, poise, and a commitment to civic engagement.
Every student had meaningful moments during the conference that demonstrated leadership, confidence, and growth. Forest Hull debated confidently and was never afraid to voice independent positions. Henry Tellier opened his group’s bill with confidence and thoughtful delivery. Sergio Lopez Banales carefully documented concerns raised during debate and helped strengthen his team’s closing statement. Derek Coniglio set a strong tone with a clear and confident opening. Ellie Mallaber impressed as a natural public speaker with an effective and calculated debate style. Samuel Lonsberry delivered well crafted remarks that earned praise from both peers and advisors. Brooklyn Coniglio supported her group by tracking important discussion points that guided their conclusion. Arianna Chase raised thoughtful questions and comments that shaped debate. Peyton Smith contributed strong ideas and is already planning for next year. Ashlyn Lenney closed her team’s bill with clarity and composure.
Students presented two bills. The first proposed banning homework outside of the regular school day. Supporters noted the importance of recognizing the varied home environments of students. Although it received initial interest, the bill did not pass. The second bill proposed lowering the age at which New York teenagers can obtain a learner permit in order to provide more supervised driving experience. This bill received more support than the first but not enough to secure passage.
Even though both bills were voted down, the experience was invaluable. It was the students’ first time writing and presenting legislation, and they are already thinking about future proposals that may find success on the floor.
"As their advisor and history teacher, I could not be more proud. These students demonstrated maturity, respect, and leadership throughout the conference, especially while debating on the Assembly and Senate floors. They represented our school and community in the best possible way. Their families and our district should feel incredibly proud of them," said Mr. Steffenilla.
Tammy has been named an LCAA League All-Star for Game Day Cheer! 🏆👏 Her dedication, energy, and school spirit have made a huge impact both on and off the mat. We’re so proud to have her representing MMCSD!
Both Sportsmanship Award recipients play Modified basketball. Coach Constantino shared these kind words:
🏀 Sarah Bump
Sarah shows outstanding sportsmanship on and off the court. She always has a smile on her face and is positive and encouraging to her teammates and peers.
🏀 Addison Pagano
Addison demonstrates exceptional sportsmanship and commitment to the team. She leads by example and is someone a Coach can count on day in and day out.
Great job, Sarah and Addison! 🙌
Friday, November 21st at 7 PM
Saturday, November 22nd at 7 PM
$5 admission | Students get in free!
SUNY Geneseo and MMCSD have maintained a long-standing partnership that brings education students into our classrooms each year as part of their teacher preparation coursework. Multiple professors at SUNY Geneseo collaborated to create these hands-on experiences, which give future educators meaningful time in real classrooms while supporting instruction across MMCSD.
At the elementary level, fifteen SUNY Geneseo students, three per classroom, worked with grades 3 and 4 from October 9th through November 13th. These students are two semesters away from student teaching and spent full days assisting teachers, engaging with students, and teaching lessons under the guidance of their professors and MMCSD staff.
“This has been a wonderful collaboration with the college. It’s a great opportunity to help prepare teachers for the future while supporting our classrooms with future educators,” said Principal Dean.
Ms. Fisher added, “The students came in every Thursday for six weeks. On the first day, they observed and interacted with the students, and then they created their own lessons based on our current topics. They have used songs, basketballs, hands-on science experiments, and books to help students learn in fun and meaningful ways.”
One memorable elementary lesson focused on hurricanes and tornadoes. The college students used interactive demonstrations to help children understand extreme weather and how it forms.
At the high school, SUNY Geneseo education majors visit twice each fall and twice each spring. When they arrive, they meet with Principal Hamilton in the auditorium for a welcome and Q&A session, followed by a guided tour of the building. Throughout the day, they observe classes in Science, Social Studies, Math, and ELA, giving them a broad look at instructional practices at the secondary level.
“It’s always a pleasure hosting the SUNY Geneseo education students. We cherish our relationship with SUNY Geneseo and will support the future educators as they go into the world of teaching,” said Principal Hamilton.
During a recent high school visit, Mr. Gardner invited the college students to teach lessons in Philosophy and Global Studies, providing them with practical teaching experience while exposing MMCSD students to new ideas and perspectives.
The partnership with SUNY Geneseo has been a rewarding experience for everyone involved, offering future educators valuable preparation while enriching learning throughout MMCSD.
Coach Provino shared, “It was a great first experience, and we are looking forward to preparing for our next tournament that we are hosting on December 18th. Great sportsmanship was shown by all.” 👏
Orders are due Wednesday, April 8th. Yearbooks are $25 (including tax) and can be purchased online at buytheyearbook.com using code 722471.
Seniors will be provided with a yearbook at no charge.
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