
REMINDER: If you would like your child to be included in the lottery for the Universal Pre-kindergarten program, please complete the online Interest Form found on the district website. The submission deadline is today, Tuesday, February 13.
Each child's name will be placed in a random lottery and all families will be notified of their child’s status once the lottery has been held. Any student not selected in the lottery will be placed on a waiting list. 💜


According to SkyGuard Notification System, an AccuWeather service that prepares forecasts exclusively for the Monroe-Woodbury Transportation Department, steady snow is expected to start in the early morning hours and fall throughout the afternoon.
Based on this forecast, all M-W schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. YMCA Club Kid, Community Swim and all after school activities are canceled. Out-of-district students will not be transported. The HS Prisms Concert has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 15, at 7 p.m.
We hope this advance notice gives our families time to make alternative arrangements for their children. Stay safe and warm, M-W!


Tonight's the night! Don't miss the Superintendent Search Community Forum at 6:30 p.m. in the MWHS large cafeteria. Everyone is invited, in-person or via Zoom. The Board needs your insights as they continue the search for a new Superintendent. Check the district website for more information.


Reminder: PickATime conference scheduling site opens February 16 at 12:00 AM for Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences. Check the district website for more information.


All Monroe-Woodbury schools and offices will be closed from February 19 to 23, 2024, for winter recess. We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, February 26!


Don't miss Seussical Jr., presented by the Pine Tree Drama Club tonight, Feb. 9 at 7pm and tomorrow, Feb. 10 at 2 pm! Seussical tells the story of Horton and Gertrude who band together to save the Whos, and restore peace and unity to the Jungle of Nool. This performance weaves a story of friendship, loyalty, the power of uniqueness, and the importance of fighting for your beliefs! Please join the cast and crew of the Pine Tree Drama Club as they present this fun, kid-friendly show!







On Wednesday, February 14, the Monroe-Woodbury school community will wear red in recognition of Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. M-W is wearing red as a reminder to our families to take care of cardiovascular health. Go red, M-W!


REMINDER: On Monday, Feb. 12, the M-W Board will hold a Superintendent Search Community Forum at 6:30 p.m. in the MWHS large cafeteria. All members of the school community are invited to attend, either in person or via Zoom. Check the District website for the Zoom link and search updates. Can't attend? Please complete the online survey!


Please mark your calendars for the upcoming early dismissal. Thursday, February 8 - Professional Development Day. M-W High School – 10:30 a.m. dismissal, 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. Expect buses to arrive at bus stops 3 hours earlier than usual.


Come out and support our outstanding M-W High School students as they showcase their musical talent! Experience performances by the Voice Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, and Chamber Winds at the M-W High School Prism Concert. The show starts at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, February 13th at the Monroe-Woodbury High School Auditorium. 🎻🎺🎶
Hope to see you there!


Don't miss this fun-filled musical production by the Central Valley Drama Club tonight at 7 p.m. and tomorrow, Feb. 3 at 2 p.m. at Central Valley Elementary. It's a must-see!🎭🎶


Board of Education seeks Student Representative for 2024-25 schoo l year
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 22, 2024
The student member of the Board of Education will serve as the voice of the students by providing brief reports sharing issues of importance to the student body at Board of Education meetings. Students must complete an online application and submit a resumé by March 22, 2024. Visit the district website for more information.


Don't miss Dear Edwina Jr., the first show of MW's musical season, presented by the Central Valley Drama Club. Dear Edwina tells the story of Edwina Spoonapple, advice-giver extraordinaire! Every Sunday afternoon, Edwina and her cast of friends put on The Dear Edwina Show live from Edwina's garage. She helps kids far and wide solve problems, but can she take her own advice?
Please join the cast and crew of the Central Valley Drama Club as they present this fun, kid-friendly show!
WHEN: Friday, February 2 at 7 pm and Saturday, Feb 3 at 2 pm
WHERE: Central Valley auditorium
TICKETS: FREE! Please reserve a seat using this link and save tickets to your phone or print out to present at the door: central-valley-drama-club.ticketleap.com/dearedwinajr/


On Friday, February 9, the Monroe-Woodbury High School Chamber Orchestra, directed by Mrs. Lauren Byrne, will participate in a master class with the world-renowned Munich Philharmonic String Quartet. This will be followed by a concert at 7:30 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church in Newburgh, during which the students will perform alongside the professionals. Tickets will be available at the door (cash or check only).
Bravo, Crusaders!🎻🎼🌟


40 years go by in a blink of an eye...just ask Lois Ann Hayes, a retired M-W teacher who returned to the classroom this year to fill a leave position in the MS. Ms. Hayes began teaching during the 1983-84 school year and spent much of her career shaping young lives in M-W. Once a Crusader. Always a Crusader. 🤗💜⭐️ #mwlegacy #crusaderpride #mwinspiresuccess


Parents and guardians of incoming kindergarten students: Don't miss ParentSteps information session on Thursday, February 15 @ 7 p.m. at Sapphire. Get answers to questions related to transportation, food services, a day in the life of a kindergartner, and more!


The MWHS and MWMS libraries will welcome award-winning author A.S. King on Wednesday, February 7. Students in grades 8-12 will have the opportunity to meet with Ms. King and learn more about her journey as an author.
Ms. King is the only author to win the Printz Award (the biggest award in young adult literature) twice, for The Collectors: Stories (2024) and Dig (2022). Stay tuned for a follow-up story after she visits with students!


Mr. Foley wears many hats at M-W!😀 In addition to serving as a school safety officer at Smith Clove, he and his lovely wife spread Christmas cheer throughout our community by dressing up as Mr. and Mrs. Claus.🎅🏻🤶🏻 Their only request is that anyone who wishes donate money to a charity of their choice. This year, The Cozy Café at MWHS was the blessed recipient of more than $6,000 in donations raised by Mr. and Mrs. Foley. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! Our students are so grateful!💜🙏



Monroe-Woodbury Central School District is excited to welcome its incoming Class of 2037 in September! To register students who will enter kindergarten in September 2024, please visit the Kindergarten Registration page on the district website for information and links to the Kindergarten Registration forms.


Due to the forecast for icy road conditions this evening, all after-school activities are canceled today, Tuesday, January 23. YMCA Club Kid and Community Swim will not be held. Safe travels, M-W!
