M-W families just can't say enough about Sapphire's Safety Officer "Mr. Felix." His engaging smile and warm greetings help start each day off right. Students look forward to seeing him every day! #attitudeofgratitude #mwfam
Kudos to the MWHS math team who ended the season with both its A and B teams qualifying for the sectional Dutchess/Ulster/Sullivan/Orange (DUSO) virtual Math League Meet. Three students were selected for a state level competition based on their individual scores for the season: Jared Fierman, Giovanni Paulino and Jason Cole. They will be competing as members of the DUSO team at the New York State Math League (NYSML) Meet, which will be held this upcoming Saturday, April 2. Good luck, Crusaders!
Last Chance to "EGG" friends' or family members' yard! Celebrate spring with this fun activity and support the MWHS Class of 2022. Order deadline: April 3.
Good luck to our MWHS and MWMS Odyssey of the Mind teams that compete at the State Competition this weekend. You've got this, Creative Crusaders. We are rooting for you!
This gratitude message is an important reminder that small gestures often make great impacts. Not only does Mrs. Panzica care for the students riding her bus, with a quick wave and the honk of her horn, she sends one young student a message of love. #attitudeofgratitude
Yesterday we got a sneak peek at the Sponge Cast's dress rehearsal of "James and the Giant Peach." Don't miss the chance to see this family-friendly production brought to life by our amazing HS Drama Club members. Visit the district website for online ticket sales. Break a leg!
Class of 2023: Time is running out! Don't miss the opportunity to serve as Student Representative on the Board of Education and be the voice of M-W students. Visit the district site to access the online application and email your resume today. Deadline: March 31, 2022.
One #attitudeofgratitude message is simply not enough to express families' appreciation for kindergarten teacher Mr. Costa. The smiles say it all! Thank you for being you, Mr. Costa, and for making magical memories for Sapphire K students.
This week we will be showing appreciation to those individuals who go above and beyond each day for our students at Sapphire Elementary. Here is a special message to Officer Ken from the Kassim Family! Thank you for helping keep our students and staff safe.
After taking SECOND place at the NYS Championship meet MIA SISLLI went onto All American status by placing FIFTH at the 2022 Indoor National meet this past weekend. Mia race walked a mile in 7:53.47 breaking a 27 year old school record set by Denise Esserman. Mia also broke her own school record in the 1500m race walk with a time of 7:15.46. LAILA MUSTAFA placed 24th in the weight throw with a toss of 33 feet. The women's 4x200 team of KYALEN TENEMILLE, MIA MENZZASALMA, MIA PEREZ and ELIZABETH ALEXANDRE placed 10th with a time of 1:46.84.
MWHS National Honor Society members gathered to write homemade messages of gratitude to healthcare workers, which are being distributed to local hospitals. We are thankful for the individuals who have given so much of themselves to help others.
REMINDER: All students will be released early on Friday, March 18 & Wednesday, March 23 to allow for afternoon Parent-Teacher Conferences. Dismissal times:
M-W High School – 10:30 a.m. dismissal
M-W Middle School – 11:37 a.m. dismissal
Sapphire and Smith Clove (K-1) – 11:45 a.m. dismissal
Sapphire UPK - Pick up 11:10 am
Central Valley, North Main, Pine Tree – 12:45 p.m. dismissal
Note: Buses can be expected to arrive at bus stops 3 hours earlier than usual.
Community Swim is canceled until further notice while maintenance work continues on the pool. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Sapphire Elementary students participated in a "soup-er" generous event this winter! The "Soup-er" Bowl Food Drive, spearheaded by Nancy Peifer and Camille Lucaine, collected a grand total of 619 cans of non-perishable food items in just one month. The items, as well as some cash donations, were donated to Our Father's Kitchen, a local food pantry in Monroe.
Thank you to Sapphire Elementary for contributing to such a great cause! M-W is so proud of you.
Don't miss out on this EGGS-traordinary opportunity! The MWHS Class of 2022 "bunnies" will once again be offering "Egg My Yard" as a special celebration for family members and friends. Email questions to mwang22@gmail.com. Order deadline is April 3. 💜🐣🐰🍬🌞
Spring ahead! Don't forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 13.
Did you miss seeing MWHS senior Chloe Chambers challenge Simon Cowell to a race? No worries. Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUtbQC6pje0! Good luck to Chloe as she moves on to the next round of America's Got Talent Extreme!
Good luck to the M-W athletes competing this weekend at The New Balance Nationals Track and Field Championship in NYC!
Participating members from the girls indoor track and field team:
Mia Sisilli - 1 mile race walk
Laila Mustafa - The weight throw
Kaylen Tenemille, Mia Menzzasalma, Mia Perez, Elizabeth Alexandre - 4 x 200m relay
Participating members from the boys indoor track and field team:
Collin Catherwood, Collin Gilstrap, Ethan Hala, and John Urciuoli - Distance Medley Relay & 4x 800m relay
Let's go, Crusaders! You got this!
REMINDER: Members of the Class of 2023 interested in applying for Student Board of Education Representative for the 2022-2023 school year should complete the online application and send resume before March 31. Check out news on the district site for more information.
Congrats to the MWHS Chess Team for earning an impressive 2nd place in the Mid-Hudson Scholastic Chess League 2021-22 season. Special shout out to senior Chris Mastrokostas, who took third place in individual points. Way to go, Crusaders!
Team members who competed include: David Lanuti, Matt Safizadeh, Ed Li, Chris Mastrokostas, Joon Noh, Zion Barnes, Alex Liu, Daniel Christie, Bryan Gonzalez, William O'Connell, Ethan Martin, Yoosup Song, Iman Brahmi, Dakota Pascoe, Clarissa Pagoada
We are so proud!
