Live in Chappaqua

99% of the Horace Greeley High School Class of 2026 went onto higher education, with 38 National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Students, 12 Semifinalists, 12 Finalists and 5 Winners. Our high school students thrive and find success in Greeley and beyond. 

We are committed to improving the sense of belonging and well-being among our students and staff. Learn more in our District Strategic Priorities. 

The Chappaqua Public Library, Gedney Park, The Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, The Horace Greeley House, and the New Castle Historical Society are just a few of the local landmarks to explore in our community. 

The Town of New Castle boasts a wide range of regular events for families and community members, including the Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival, New Castle Day, seasonal farmer’s markets, and more. Visit the Town of New Castle Recreation Department to learn more.

Enjoy life in the suburbs in Chappaqua, Millwood, or New Castle while being just a short commute away from New York City. 

With active parent involvement and partnerships with the PTA, Chappaqua School Foundation, Greeley Sports Boosters, Horace Greeley Scholarship Fund and more, our community enhances the educational and extracurricular experience for our students.

Our teachers and faculty members provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.

We are committed to a powerful, aligned, research-based and well-articulated curriculum for all subject areas, grade levels, and buildings, to ensure that all students benefit from the highest quality learning experiences available. Rethinking the traditional curriculum is one of the District’s Strategic Priorities.
 

There is a vibrant student life in all of our schools. Elementary students participate in clubs like Student Government, intramurals, or music. In the middle schools, the range of clubs includes art, environmental, science olympiad, video production, and so much more. Greeley boasts 100+ clubs for students to join, organized around academics, community service, culture, health and wellness, leadership, and special interests.

Some of the innovative programs in our middle schools include our Advisory program, TV and podcast studios, hydroponics spaces, and STEAM Centers. Moving forward, we are committed to rethinking the middle school experience as a part of our District Strategic Priorities.
 

Our high school students fulfill their graduation requirements and have opportunities to participate in a range of powerful and innovative programs, including the LIFE School, Science Research, Senior Experience, Virtual Enterprise, and more. Explore high school academics for additional information. 
 

From flexible learning spaces to STEAM Centers, our students experience state-of-the-art innovative learning environments throughout our schools. This includes a Global Learning Center and Makerspace or STEAM Center in all schools. Many of our buildings also have cutting edge hydroponics spaces, including Greeley’s Sustainability Research Center.

The Chappaqua Central School District is a nationally renowned, award-winning public school system characterized by highly motivated students, a broadly educated and talented staff, and an actively involved parent community.