About Our District

Mr. Nolan

District Superintendent

Mr. Nolan grew up in the Adirondack Region of New York. He began his education at Corning Community College and then served as a state trooper for several years. Mr. Nolan continued his studies at Elmira College, SUNY Cortland, SUNY Brockport, and SUNY Oswego, earning degrees in education and administration. Before his current role as Superintendent of Schools for the Odessa-Montour Central School District, he was an elementary principal and teacher in Odessa-Montour and Elmira Heights.

Outside of his professional duties, Mr. Nolan has dedicated many years to coaching youth sports and served as a trustee for the Village of Montour Falls. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for Cornell Cooperative Extension of Schuyler County. Mr. Nolan enjoys spending time with his family, participating in various outdoor activities. His children are actively involved in school and travel sports teams, and he continues to coach youth sports, particularly hockey.

Mr. Nolan firmly believes that “It takes a community to raise a child.” He strives to involve all stakeholders in the daily operations of the school, fostering partnerships that have made the Odessa-Montour Central School District one of the finest in the region.

"At Odessa-Montour, we strive to engage, empower, and educate."

District Office Staff

Community Information

Odessa and Montour Falls are small Schuyler County villages located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region in New York State. According to the 2010 census, the village of Odessa has an approximate population of 591; the town of Montour, 2,446; and the village of Montour Falls, 1,797. The total population of Schuyler County is slightly less than 18,500.

Although the communities are small, attractions including Seneca Lake, beautiful waterfalls, Watkins Glen International Raceway, many estate wineries, the natural beauty of Schuyler County, and superb recreational facilities draw thousands of tourists to the area every year.

The region offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Boating and sailing are just minutes away. Hunting and fishing also are popular activities. Facilities for tennis, golf, cross-country skiing and ice skating also are available. Downhill skiers can find their way to Greek Peak in about an hour’s time.

There are several local town and state parks. The parks, including Havana Glen, are beautiful and offer excellent hiking trails, camping and picnicking. The Finger Lakes National Forest is a short drive away and has some the best and longest trails in the region.

Watkins Glen International Raceway draws a number of tourists from all over the country. You can expect a race, car show or some other fun activity going on nearly every weekend in the summer. The The Finger Lakes Wine Festival also is hosted at the track.

Major employers in the area include Schuyler Hospital, Welliver McGuire, Cargill, Wagner Hardwoods and US Salt. A number of residents commute to other large institutions such as world-known Cornell University in Ithaca and Corning Incorporated in Corning, which are approximately 25 miles away.

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