We’ve still got a lot of work to do here in Sullivan County, but if you look around there are definitely signs of progress. For years we’ve been impressed by what we can see happening in Hurleyville. This small hamlet in the Town of Fallsburg not only claims a proud history for itself but continues even today to develop its own unique identity.

The Center for Discovery continues to be a leading research and specialty center that’s now expanding to Rock Hill with a children’s specialty hospital. The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre continues to inspire through cinema, performances and galleries. The paved section of the Hurleyville Rail Trail attracts locals and visitors alike to exercise and enjoy some of the Sullivan Catskills’ natural beauty.

Last week the ribbon was cut on a new project which only adds to Hurleyville’s reputation as an innovative community. As reported in the Democrat on Tuesday, SUNY Sullivan opened the new Homestead | SUNY Sullivan Collaborative College High School (CCHS) at 202 Main Street in Hurleyville on August 13.
The building was offered by The Center For Discovery which recently used it for their Technology Hub and Incubator (THINC) Lab, which is moving to Rock Hill.

CCHS, Homestead School’s new Senior High program, will build upon the advanced studies and hands-on learning of their Montessori K-9 school, and in collaboration with SUNY Sullivan, will offer college courses for ninth grade students beginning this fall.

“This venture, the latest addition to the Hurleyville constellation of pioneering businesses and institutions that are innovative, inclusive and truly demonstrate the positive power of human understanding, will become a testbed for new educational opportunities” said SUNY Sullivan President Jay Quaintance.
The expansion of educational opportunities in Sullivan County is always a good thing. We hope even more early-college programs become available to Sullivan County Students, including those throughout our public school system as well.

With the expansion of the O&W Rail Trail throughout the Town of Fallsburg and other new projects on the horizon, we look forward to seeing what else Hurleyville has to offer.