This is an exciting time to be a third grader. Students will be finding out which instruments they will be playing in band and orchestra next year very soon! That is why we want to remind you about the upcoming band/orchestra informational meeting taking place in the High School auditorium on Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 PM. In this meeting you will receive information, be able to ask questions, and even meet your child's instrument teacher.
We hope you can join us on June 20th in the High School auditorium! If you are unable to attend, check the district website for the livestream link.
With the anticipated heat in the upcoming days, the district is working to mitigate temperatures in our schools to ensure the well-being of all students. Tomorrow, Tuesday, June 18, air conditioned areas and water stations will be available in each of the school buildings. Building administrators will continue to monitor classrooms through the day to make sure everyone is as comfortable as possible. Classes will have access to the air conditioned areas as needed.
As you are aware, schools and offices are closed on Wednesday, June 19, in honor of Juneteenth. After reviewing the student calendar and taking into consideration the upcoming weather, the district will now move up the early dismissal schedule to include Thursday, June 20.
The early dismissal times on Thursday, June 20, are as follows: UPK - 11:10 a.m. dismissal, M-W Middle School – 11:37 a.m. dismissal, Sapphire and Smith Clove (K-1) – 11:45 a.m. dismissal, Central Valley, North Main, Pine Tree – 12:45 p.m. dismissal.
High school exams will remain as scheduled. Friday, June 21, is an established early dismissal per the district calendar and will follow the same schedule outlined above. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation. We are excited to share the final days of school with your children.
The Outdoors Club enjoyed a 3 mile hike on June 7. They stopped at the Bellvale Creamery to enjoy an ice cream before making the trek back. A perfect way to celebrate the completion of the last full week of classes of the school year!!
REMINDER: All M-W schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19.
The first ever Color Run was a huge success! M-W families and community members gathered for a fun-filled run through the MWHS campus. Shout out to MWHS Student Government and the administrative team for bringing this fun-filled event to life!👟😎🎉
A free internet safety parent presentation will be offered on Thursday, June 13, at 7 p.m. Visit the district website for more information and to access the online registration form. Once the form is completed, parents will receive a Zoom link. Don't miss this important session!
Busy days at Sapphire make for miles of smiles! With the warmer weather comes learning opportunities outside of the classroom: students held newly hatched chicks and planted gardens. In addition, Sapphire families donated 809 cans to the local food pantry during their annual "Soup"er Bowl food drive. Helping to define Sapphire's long legacy of learning, long-time teacher Ms. Peifer is pictured with her current UPK student, who just happens to be the son of her former student! #mwlegacy #mwfam💜😊
The MWHS Academic and Scholarship Awards Ceremony will be held Thursday, June 6th at 6 PM. MWHS students will be recognized for a variety of accomplishments, from academic successes to ongoing commitment to extracurriculars. M-W extends a huge congratulations to all the recipients! Visit the District Website for more information!
The Monroe-Woodbury High School Student Council is hosting its first Mental Health Awareness Color Run at MWHS on Sunday, June 2, at 10 a.m. All members of the school community are invited to experience a trail color run within the high school campus.
Tickets are $10 per person and are available online via Revtrak on the District's website. The ticket price includes a T-shirt and a bottle of water. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Registration closes on May 30 at 11:59 p.m.
The event will take place rain or shine. All are welcome!
Please be patient this morning as our buses may be later than usual due to the weather. Please remain at your bus stop. Thank you!
On Tuesday, May 21, 2024, District residents passed the $223,614,319 budget for the 2024-2025 school year by a vote of 1,035 yes votes to 373 no votes — an approval rating of 73.5 percent.
Kaytlin Simmons was elected with 777 votes; Candice DeLeo Novack was elected with 747 votes; and incumbent Dawn Tauber was elected with 709 votes. Anthony Andersen had 698 votes and Jamell Evans had 663 votes.
District officials would like to thank members of the M-W community for their continued support of our schools.
REMINDER: The annual school budget vote and Board of Education election will be held today, May 21, from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Central Valley Elementary School, 45 Route 32, Central Valley.
For all you do as you safely transport our students each day. For being the first person to greet them in the morning and the last person to wave goodbye at the end of the day. To all the people behind the scenes making adjustments to routes and schedules to ensure every student is well taken care of. You. Are. Amazing. We are grateful. Happy School Transportation Appreciation Week!⭐️🚌💜🙏
Congratulations to MWHS Student-Athlete Leah Sheerin for your impressive accomplishments within the Athletic Department! You truly embody the characteristics of a Monroe-Woodbury Crusader.
Leah is a four year starter for the Girls Varsity Golf Team. Leah is the Girls Golf Team Co-Captain, she has led the team in scoring for the past 3 years in a row. Not only that, but she is a three time MVP recipient in Girls Golf. Leah has qualified for the NYSPHSAA Team and the Individual Golf Championship in 2023. With all of these amazing accomplishments as her time as an athlete for the Girls Golf Team, Leah has also been on the Girls JV Tennis Team, and the Girls JV Basketball team for the last two years. According to Coach Earl:
“Leah Sheerin is not only an exceptional student athlete with multiple athletic accomplishments, she also has a sense of compassion, care and interest in extra-curricular activities and clubs that benefit her peers and community. Her dedication to academics and sports is unmatched, making her a role model to her peers and a pleasure to coach”.
The Student Spotlight recognizes one student-athlete each week who truly represents #crusaderpride. Way to go, Leah!
Small steps...big dreams. Helping hands along the way. 👟 Mr. Tripodo, Director of Security , makes sure this kindergartner's shoelace is tied before K Fest rehearsal. Sometimes the smallest gesture means the most!💜
REMINDER: All M-W schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in honor of Memorial Day. We remember those who sacrificed their lives while serving so that we can live in freedom. Today we honor our nation's heroes.
Congrats, Crusaders, aka 2024 Section 9 Division 1 Girls Flag Football Champions! Woohoo!🎉💪🏼
REMINDER: Meet the 2024-25 Board of Education Candidates on Thursday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the MS auditorium. The event will also be offered via livestream. Visit the district website for candidate bios and the livestream link. The annual school budget vote and BoE election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. at CVE.
Best wishes to MWHS senior Emely Michelle Carranza who was among the 2024 WE SOAR! scholarship recipients honored during the NYS Association for Latino Administrators & Superintendents' 3rd Annual Scholarship Award Celebration. The scholarship is offered to graduating seniors who intend to pursue a course of study as a bilingual educator. Emely will be attending SUNY New Paltz in the fall. Congratulations!🎓⭐️ 💜
MWHS senior Anushree Buragohain has been selected by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation as a winner of the National Merit $2,500 Scholarship. The Scholarship winners were chosen from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations, Anushree!👏🌟🎓
