Tucked between the Catskill Mountains and the Hudson River, Greene County is located just a two-hour ride from New York City. With thousands of acres of preserved land, Greene is an outdoor playground for skiers, hikers, fishers and birdwatchers. Many of the small communities among its borders are "on the move" commercially and are experiencing growth and prosperity. The schools in Greene County offer contemporary learning featuring technology and mathematics, as well as bountiful extracurricular programs. The community plays a big part in the education of the students in Greene and this is evident by the support and connection between the two. Taking advantage of such natural resources as the Hudson River, the schools are just a part of what makes Greene County such a special place.