Monroe-Woodbury Central School District -

Be sure to head over to the district website at www.mw.k12.ny.us to check out the full calendar for the end of the year, including exam dates and early dismissal times for our students!

Reminder: All Monroe-Woodbury schools and offices are closed on Friday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth.

Pine Tree second graders in Mrs. McCabe and Mrs. Colella's class wrapped up their biography writing unit with an exciting Biography Museum! Crusaders transformed into famous figures and stood as frozen statues while visitors explored the museum. With the press of a "play" button, each statue came to life and shared fascinating facts about the person they had researched and written about.

Mrs. McCabe said, “This engaging event showcased not only our students' writing skills, but also their creativity, research, speaking, and presentation abilities. We are so proud of the hard work, confidence, and enthusiasm they demonstrated as they brought history to life!” What an unforgettable way to celebrate a wonderful unit of learning! 🎭📚

There are several food assistance resources available to support families and children in our community during the summer months. Please visit https://www.mw.k12.ny.us/article/2999686 to learn more!💜

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! 🎉💜