Hornell City School District's Board of Education

Guiding the Hornell City School District toward excellence is the seven-member Board of Education. Board members represent community expectations, establish policy, approve the budget and monitor expenditures, set the tax rate, and call for bond elections.

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Kerry Davis

President

I was born and raised here in Hornell. I am a graduate of the HHS class of 1988. I have three children who have either graduated or are currently attending HCSD; Josh (class of 2008), Laken (class of 2011) and Andrew who is getting ready to enter 8th grade.

I earned a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Alfred University and also have a Master’s degree in School Administration from SUNY Brockport. I currently high school math at Jasper-Troupsburg Central School.

Term Length: (2nd term) 7/1/2017 - 6/30/2022

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Jessica Hess

Vice-President

I attended Hornell CSD from Kindergarten through 12th grade, graduating in 2001.

I have two children who are currently at the High School, Kolby is a Sophomore and Riley is an 8th grader.

I have lived in Hornell my entire life.

I attended Alfred State and Alfred University where I earned degrees in Early Childhood/Childhood Education and Literacy. I then went on to SUNY Brockport for my CAS in Educational Administration. I was an elementary classroom teacher for 11 years. I am currently the Elementary Principal and Director of Pupil Services for Belfast Central School.

I wanted to become a Board member in order to have a direct connection and impact on the education that is provided here in Hornell. I hope to use my experience as a teacher and an administrator to help the BOE make sound, educational decisions for the students in our district.

Term length: 7/1/2015-6/30/2020

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John McNelis

I attended Bryant School, St. Ann’s School, and Hornell High School from 1979-1983. All three of my children attended Hornell CSD, and my wife is a Special Education Teacher in the district. I grew up in Hornell, and returned to the area about 12 years ago. I have been involved in law enforcement for 28 years. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology. I decided to become a Board Member to try to help the District overcome the challenges it faced, and prepare for the future of education.

Term length: (2nd term) 7/1/2016-6/30/2021

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Meghann Khork

I was born and raised in Hornell and I am a 1997 graduate of HHS. I have four children who attend the District. Brennan - a Junior, Liam - a Freshman, Sheamus - 7th grade, & Maura - 4th grade. I earned a Bachelor's degree from Alfred State College in Business Administration/Technology Management.

I have worked for the Arkport Central School District for the past 15 years having served in the role of District Clerk/Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools for 13 years, and currently serve in the role of Human Resources Manager since 2017.

I was interested in becoming a board member because I am very involved in my children's education. I also believe that with the overall experience in my educational career, as well as in my current role, I will add value by bringing forth a different perspective to the team. I look forward to working with the Superintendent and the Board as a whole, in continuing to make the best decisions on behalf of the school community and all of the children in the district.

Term length: 7/1/2019-6/20/2024

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James Marino

Attended HCSD from K-12
3 Children, Son Ignatius Class of 2015, Daughter Natalie Class of 2017, Daughter Juliet Freshman at HSHS. Wife Eileen (Secondo) Marino Class of 1984
A lifelong resident of Hornell
Currently Employed by Hornell City Fire Dept. Firefighter/Paramedic. Worked 20 years as a NYS licensed Optician.
AAS Ophthalmic Dispensing, Erie Community College
NYS Certified Paramedic, Monroe Community College
I became a board member to be involved in my community, and my children’s education.
Interested in bringing positive changes to the district. Making our schools the hub of our community.

Term length: 7/1/2016-6/30/2021

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Uzma Mehr

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Term length: 7/1/2016-6/30/2021