Tasty treats and family time were a huge hit at CVE’s PTA Bake-off. Crusaders celebrated the event by partaking in over 30 entries from both students and staff. Families sampled a variety of delectable desserts including lemon and blueberry cookies, mini cheese cake brownies, chocolate chip cookies and many others! Yum! 😋🧁


The MWMS sixth grade chorus, under the direction of Ms. Maria Diaz, recently participated in a unique and educational workshop focusing on Indian classical music. Presented by Mr. Naren Budhkar of the East-West School of Dance here in Monroe, students performed talas (rhythms) and ragas (melodies) in preparation for their performance of TaReKiTa at their upcoming spring concert.


“Amazing, hardworking and kind,” is how Mrs. Fyza Reid describes the students of The North Main Newspaper Club. Under the direction of Mrs. Reid, this group of dedicated fourth and fifth graders meet every Friday morning before school to plan coverage of the many great events happening at North Main Elementary.
The students' dedication was recently acknowledged at a celebratory breakfast. This event, organized by Mrs. Reid, Editor Santino Lajara, and Assistant Editor Jax Vigo, included the presentation of special "press passes" to the students.
Excellent job, Crusaders! 📰🗞️
The students' dedication was recently acknowledged at a celebratory breakfast. This event, organized by Mrs. Reid, Editor Santino Lajara, and Assistant Editor Jax Vigo, included the presentation of special "press passes" to the students.
Excellent job, Crusaders! 📰🗞️





Dear Class of 2026 families and students,
Monroe-Woodbury proudly continues its tradition of celebrating the senior class by recognizing each student by name on the Route 32 and MWHS electronic signs—ensuring every member of the class is honored and celebrated. A student’s name will appear on both signs for 24 hours (from midnight to midnight) and will be organized in alphabetical order by last name. Approximately 8-9 students will appear each day from Wednesday, April 15, through Thursday, June 25. No names will be posted on May 24-26 over Memorial Day weekend or on June 19 for Juneteenth.
Get those cameras and phones ready for photos of our seniors with their names in lights! Please join us in celebrating the amazing Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026!
Please check the District Website for more information.
Monroe-Woodbury proudly continues its tradition of celebrating the senior class by recognizing each student by name on the Route 32 and MWHS electronic signs—ensuring every member of the class is honored and celebrated. A student’s name will appear on both signs for 24 hours (from midnight to midnight) and will be organized in alphabetical order by last name. Approximately 8-9 students will appear each day from Wednesday, April 15, through Thursday, June 25. No names will be posted on May 24-26 over Memorial Day weekend or on June 19 for Juneteenth.
Get those cameras and phones ready for photos of our seniors with their names in lights! Please join us in celebrating the amazing Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026!
Please check the District Website for more information.

MWHS celebrated Capabilities Week, centered on the promise to accept, respect, and include people of ALL abilities. The week was filled with daily events designed to encourage students and staff to view each other from different perspectives.
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs








MWHS celebrated Capabilities Week, centered on the promise to accept, respect, and include people of ALL abilities. The week was filled with daily events designed to encourage students and staff to view each other from different perspectives.
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs








Students in Mrs. Collins class at CVE are officially published authors! Over the past few weeks, these Crusaders have been researching a person of influence they were interested in. Through an organization called Student Treasures, Mrs. Collins was able to submit their work and get it published. The students showcased their hard work with a special publishing party, where they proudly presented their books to invited guests, including their families and Superintendent Norman. Congratulations! 📚🤩




Our STARS have done it again! Their latest visit with fifth graders at Central Valley Elementary was a huge success. Under a banner that reminded everyone, “This is a positive thinking area,” the STARS reinforced their core values with a captive audience. Way to go! 💜🤩





It’s Diverse Minds, Unified Hearts week at MWHS and physical education class was the place to be! With Mr. V’s voice booming throughout the gym, it was a mash-up between General and Unified sports. Crusaders participated in matches such as volleyball–-emoji style!😎🥰
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The MWHS STARS (Students Teaching Advocacy and Resilience Skills) visited fifth graders at North Main and engaged with students about bullying prevention, practicing kindness and making good choices. Thank you for connecting with younger Crusaders to discuss healthy decisions and overall wellness!⭐️🤩
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The MWMS sixth-grade orchestra, under the direction of orchestra and music production teacher, Ms. Mika Leonard, had an exciting experience during spring break. Crusaders participated in a practice session with Mrs. E’lissa Jones Maynard, a local music teacher, violinist, singer, and songwriter. While encouraging students to pursue their dreams, Mrs. Maynard also shared valuable performing tips. Students learned a "secret recipe" for improvisation solos as well as techniques for enhancing stage presence. Great takeaways to put into practice for the upcoming spring concerts!🎼🎻




Attention Class of 2026! SUNY Rockland and Orange County Community Colleges will be here for their FINAL Instant Admission event of the year. Application fees will be waived! If you are a senior interested in attending any of these colleges and you have yet to apply, this is the time to do it!
Admissions representatives will be available to help answer questions and guide you through the application process during all lunch periods outside the large cafeteria on the following days:
Rockland Community College, Tuesday, April 14
Orange County Community College, Wednesday, April 15.
It’s your future—take the lead! 💜
Admissions representatives will be available to help answer questions and guide you through the application process during all lunch periods outside the large cafeteria on the following days:
Rockland Community College, Tuesday, April 14
Orange County Community College, Wednesday, April 15.
It’s your future—take the lead! 💜



Hey, Crusaders, we'll see you all back at school on Monday, April 6. Let's finish the year strong!

Crusaders, take lunch off your to-do list! We’re happy to remind you that breakfast and lunch are available to all students at no cost to families each school day! No need to pack lunch (or breakfast). Our food service professional team is here to provide students with nutritious, balanced meals to help them learn, grow, and succeed.
If your child prefers to bring lunch from home, they are still welcome to take milk, fruit, vegetable, grain, and/or protein at no cost to complement their meal—our "Sidekick" meal.
We also offer convenient grab-and-go breakfast options that students can enjoy at school or save for later. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s health and learning—because every student deserves access to wholesome meals to be ready to learn each day.🥣🥪
If you have any questions, please email foodforthought@mw.k12.ny.us or call (845) 460-6200 ext 10159.
If your child prefers to bring lunch from home, they are still welcome to take milk, fruit, vegetable, grain, and/or protein at no cost to complement their meal—our "Sidekick" meal.
We also offer convenient grab-and-go breakfast options that students can enjoy at school or save for later. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s health and learning—because every student deserves access to wholesome meals to be ready to learn each day.🥣🥪
If you have any questions, please email foodforthought@mw.k12.ny.us or call (845) 460-6200 ext 10159.

Monroe-Woodbury kicks off World Autism Awareness today, with recognition continuing throughout the month of April. We believe every voice is unique and deserves to be heard. 🧩💜

Continuing a long-standing M-W baseball tradition, varsity seniors welcomed the modified teams to the program. Seniors spoke with 7th and 8th graders, sharing their experiences as baseball players and what it means to wear the Crusader uniform.The event is capped off with the modified athletes receiving their team hat and program t-shirt. Let’s go Crusaders! ⚾️🧢
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Before the break, MWMS math teachers Ms. Gower and Ms. Beneat held a "Spring Recess Sprint" for eighth graders. In small groups, students participated by finding hidden eggs in the recess area, containing either a piece of candy or a math problem.
If the egg held a math problem, the team solved it collaboratively, had it approved by a teacher, and a new student searched for the next egg. If it held candy, a new student immediately searched for the next egg. A bunny was even spotted, encouraging everyone to "hop to it!"🐰✖️➗
If the egg held a math problem, the team solved it collaboratively, had it approved by a teacher, and a new student searched for the next egg. If it held candy, a new student immediately searched for the next egg. A bunny was even spotted, encouraging everyone to "hop to it!"🐰✖️➗




Students at MWHS’s Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) classes, recently held its first Focaccia Bread competition! Crusaders got creative with seasonings and veggies for some amazing bread and pastry designs. Groups were judged on presentation, creativity, and taste! What incr”edible” works of art! 🍞🌽🖼️





REMINDER FOR CLASS OF 2027: The Board of Education is seeking a Student Representative for the 2026-27 school year. The student member will serve as the voice of the students by providing brief reports at Board of Education meetings. Visit the district website to learn more: https://www.mw.k12.ny.us/article/2752761

MWCSD is proudly celebrating Women's History Month with vibrant displays filling the hallways, honoring trailblazing women from history as well as current teachers and staff. Libraries have been beautifully decorated, featuring books and exhibits that highlight powerful voices and stories. 💪📚









