Central Valley Elementary

How's this for a guaranteed weekend smile? There's nothing better than a family vacation, and these families show us how it's done, sharing their great trips to California and to the Kalahari Resort in the Poconos. Our Crusaders sure get around!

Check out these smiling faces as we welcome our new teachers and TAs to the school district. The countdown to the first day of school is underway and we can't wait!😊💜

Heading overseas, you can catch sight of a few more Crusaders vacationing! Some are taking in the sights of Mallorca and Barcelona, Spain. Another Crusader traveled even further to Japan to enjoy summer in a completely different part of the world. We love seeing what our students are up to. ⛩️🔆 Email us at communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM Facebook or Instagram.

Staying south, you can catch some Crusaders playing baseball in the Dominican Republic, making friends with stingrays, and even relaxing by the poolside. ⚾🤿🔆We can't wait to see where a Crusader will turn up next! Send your photos to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram.

Continuing our journey down south, some of our Crusaders had a fun time visiting an animal rescue and a zip line in Costa Rica. That's whaat we call action-packed and the fun doesn't end there. Some Crusaders traveled further south to take in the lovely sights of Colombia. Can you guess where we might find our next Crusader? 🐒🧭📸 Send your vacation photos to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

As we head back down to Florida, you can spot our Crusaders relaxing by the beach at sunset or cruising by boat in New Smyrna Beach. What better way to enjoy summer than down by the beach? ⛵🔆 We can't wait to see where our Crusaders head next!

Back closer to home, two Crusaders had a great trip to Hershey Park, while another went to Boston for a concert at Fenway Park. Summer fun for sure! Keep sending your travel photos by email to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram. Safe travels, Crusaders!

Our Crusaders are spending their summer traveling near and far. This group is covering the central part of the United States, checking out baseball, wrestling and the scenery in the Great Plains. Go Crusaders! Safe travels! Keep those travel photos coming! We love them!

One idea, if you are wondering where you might find a Crusader, is to ask Mickey and Minnie. Disney World is a great place to look because our families love it this summer! 💜🏰🎠🎡💜 Send your vacation photos to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram!

Some Crusaders headed west, as in way, way west visiting Hawaii and even the Philippines! Keep those vacation photos coming! We can't wait to see where a Crusader will turn up next. Send your photos to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram.

Our Crusaders are also visiting some favorite places closer to home. The Redhawk Pow Wow is not only educational, it's also fun and has "yummy food!" And everybody loves Sesame Place!

Popular locations to spot a Crusader include some gorgeous Caribbean islands! If you go, you could find a Crusader in the Dominican Republic, Jamaica or Aruba.🏝 We love seeing what our students are up to. Email us at communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM Facebook or Instagram.🔆

If you are wondering where our Crusaders have been so far this summer, try Europe! Wow!

Where in the world can you find a Crusader? London and Dakota checked in all the way from their vacation in Colombia. Keep sending your photos, Crusaders. We love hearing from you at communications@mw.k12.ny.us and via DM on Facebook and Instagram.

Please enjoy these Saturday morning smiles from Crusaders reporting in from Florida. We join them in hoping everyone is having a great summer!

Whether close to home or at the farthest point in the USA, the summer fun continues for our Crusaders. Be sure to drop us a photo from your adventures wherever they may be. Email them to communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram. Happy summer, Crusaders!

Here they come! Our first group of summer adventures stretches from Costa Rica to North Carolina and New Jersey. Where are you this summer, Crusaders? Keep us posted at communications@mw.k12.ny.us or DM us on Facebook or Instagram.

All summer school programs, including Summer Crusaders, Summer School and SPELL, are canceled today, Monday, July 10, due to flooding and road closures throughout the county. Thank you for your understanding.

MAY BUSES OF THE MONTH - Each month, the Monroe-Woodbury Central School District recognizes school buses where students demonstrate characteristics of a true Crusader: respect, compassion and good behavior. These buses represent a collaborative effort by students, drivers and attendants who work as a team to keep the bus safe. Nominations come directly from bus drivers. Congratulations to May’s honorees! Middle School Bus 609 - Driver: Todd Lueck Middle School Bus 601 - Driver: Javier Sanchez. High School Bus 609 - Driver: Todd Lueck. Bus 603 - Central Valley - Driver: Kim Gulick.

Enjoy sunshine and smiles with family and friends this long weekend, Crusaders! We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday!☀️😎🎉