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Congratulations, Crusaders on an excellent performance this weekend at the Outdoor Track and Field Championships!

Justin Reich finished 6th in Class A discus. The boys 4 x 800 finished third in class A and 4th in the Federation!

Sammy Jenkins placed fourth in the NYS Outdoor Track and Field Class A State Championship and sixth place overall in the 200m dash in the entire state!

4 x 400 meter relay placed fourth in the Class A NYS Outdoor Track and Field Championships. From left to right, Olivia Heim, Emily Chiosie, Keyri Vargas-Etevez, and Madison Bernsely. The team ran 3:57.88!

Go, Crusaders! 💜👟

Congratulations to Stella Scherbak on winning the NYS Outdoor Track and Field Championships in Pole Vault for Class A. Her remarkable performance earned her a second-place finish in the Federation rankings across the entire state! Go, Stella! 💜👏

Let's go, Crusaders! Best of luck to our teams as they head to the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Championship this weekend to compete in Outdoor Track and Field!👟🏃🏽‍♀️‍➡️🏃🏽‍♂️‍➡️
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Championship weekend has arrived! Good luck to our Varsity Baseball team as they head to Binghamton tonight for the NYSPHSAA Baseball State Championships! First pitch—7PM! GO, CRUSADERS! ⚾️

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It was a picture perfect day for a beach party as UPK students at Sapphire Elementary wore their best outfits and smiles for their families! Congratulations, little Crusaders! ⛱️😎

The athletic talent at MWCSD continues to shine! The Crusader girls track team successfully defended their title, securing a first-place finish at the 2026 Section IX Class A Outdoor Track and Field championships. Congratulations, Crusaders! 🏆🥇

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Congratulations to Luka Joncic and Swathi Sathiyamoorthy who have been selected as Monroe-Woodbury High School’s Senior Scholar-Athletes for the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association (OCIAA). The award is given to high school seniors “who have distinguished themselves in the classroom and in the athletic arena.” They were honored on Thursday, June 4 at the annual OCIAA Awards Breakfast. Visit the district website at www.mw.k12.ny.us for a list of all of their accomplishments! 🤩🎓

Say hello to the 2026 Class “AAA” Baseball Champions! The M-W Baseball team claimed victory over Kingston to win their Section 9 championship! Next stop, the regional final on June 6. Go, Crusaders! ⚾️

Best wishes to Valedictorian Prasad Saha and Salutatorian Luka Joncic of the Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026! Visit the district website www.mw.k12.ny.us to learn more about Prasad and Luka as they share their experiences at M-W, advice for younger students and their plans for the future. Congratulations to our Valedictorian and Salutatorian! 🎓

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It was the perfect night for an art show. Students at Sapphire Elementary proudly displayed their work for their family and friends. 🎨😍

Looks like Pine Tree has a future Art Major shining bright. Damion S., a fifth grade student, was a guest teacher in Ms. Rubio’s art class and gave a lesson on how to create paper flowers. Damion spends his free time learning new cutting and pasting techniques to create bouquets and was even featured in the local newspaper. Our Crusaders are so creative! 💐

Julia Olstein, a MWHS Junior, will serve on the New York State Leadership Council for Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) for the 2026-2027 school year. Julia is the first Junior from MWHS who will serve on the SADD State Leadership Council.

Congratulations, Julia! 👏

As we continue to recognize Capabilities Week, Pine Tree elementary was delighted to host guests from the Winslow Therapeutic Center. Stacy Lenz and Elissa Velez visited the school with a unique companion, a horse affectionately named "Skunk." Despite the unusual name, this gentle giant proved to be incredibly sweet. Skunk and the rest of the herd at the center serve as "four-legged healers," providing vital support to individuals facing emotional challenges or physical impairments.

Central Valley also joined in the festivities by welcoming animal companions Harper and Twiggy from The Seeing Eye. While Harper is already a working guide dog, Twiggy is currently in training. Trainer Tricia Nussenbaum provided a demonstration of Twiggy's education, showing how she learns to ignore distractions, maintain focus, and navigate steadily on her owner's left side to provide a safe path for everyone.

These animal partners play a significant role in supporting people with disabilities. Throughout the week, our young Crusaders gained a deeper understanding that while some disabilities are easily seen, many others are not visible. 💜

Congratulations to four Monroe-Woodbury students who were recognized at the Outstanding Student Honorees Luncheon hosted by OU BOCES. This annual event honors academic excellence by graduating students. Crusaders were joined by their family, teachers, and administrators to celebrate this wonderful achievement. 

The students recognized were:

Prasad Saha, Valedictorian
Luka Joncic, Salutatorian
Jade Casey
Olivia Sanford

Hats off to these outstanding students! 🎉💜

Crusaders at North Main received many special visitors today. The MWHS Drama Club Kids on the Block Troupe participated in Capabilities Week and NM was their first stop. This talented group performed for third graders as they spoke about bullying, being a good friend and different ways students learn.

Fourth graders were also captivated by the "Think First" assembly, which highlighted essential safety tips for preventing injuries both at home and outdoors. This engaging session taught students about the critical roles of the spinal cord and brain and allowed them to ask questions about navigating life and overcoming challenges following an injury.

The computer lab was also buzzing with activity as fifth grade students participated in adaptive learning exercises. They used their eyes and head movements to work the tablets to communicate.

These meaningful experiences remind Crusaders to continue to show kindness and empathy toward one another. 💜

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A butterfly cage, goldfish, and new plant life sprouting by the window is what you see when you enter Kristen Beers’ third grade classroom at Central Valley Elementary. Mrs. Beers was the latest district employee to receive the “gift of time” during Dr. Norman’s Super Sub assignment.

After a brief introduction by Principal Michael Barone, Superintendent Norman jumped right into the afternoon lesson. Students broke into small groups and read short stories such as “The Race of 1903” where they described the first automobiles and how they traveled across the country. Superintendent Norman also led a lively discussion about Memorial Day and the significance of wearing red poppies on this day. This led to an arts and craft assignment where students colored poppies alongside the American flag.

Bursting with curiosity about his military adventures, the students peppered Superintendent Norman with questions and he even showed off his best “jumping out of a helicopter” move.

Crusaders in Mrs. Beers’ class did so well, they earned extra recess at the end of the day—and the weather was perfect! 🦋😁

Reminder: The MWHS Student Government is excited to announce its third annual Color Run on Sunday, May 31, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at MWHS to raise awareness for mental health. All are welcome! Scan the QR code to register.🌈🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏾‍♀️

From May 26 - June 1, North Main, Pine Tree and Central Valley Elementary will celebrate kindness and acceptance through its annual Capabilities Week celebration. Crusaders in grades 2-5 will participate in a variety of activities designed to highlight the strengths and unique challenges that people with disabilities may face. Throughout the week, students will participate in hands-on sensory and visual exhibits, hear from amazing motivational speakers, and even interact with therapy animals!

Second graders at Pine Tree kicked off the week with a special visit from Lola, of Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause. Lola is a therapy dog who can make people smile bright whenever she enters a room. Accompanying Lola was her owner, Karl Seiter who answered many questions from eager young Crusaders. Mr. Seiter informed the students Lola visits schools, hospitals, and even greets morning workers at various supermarkets in the area. Students even got the chance to pet Lola— what a great way to start the day! 💜🐶