CONGRATULATIONS TO THE PHENOMENAL CLASS OF 2009

Posted June 27 at 2:50pm

In a heartwarming outdoor ceremony, 330 seniors of the phenomenal class of 2009 became Minisink Valley graduates. As they proudly threw their hats in the air at the end of the ceremony, they thanked their principal, Jack Latini, whom they have come to love and respect. The feeling was mutual as Mr. Latini listed for the community the many accomplishments of this outstanding class. Particularly poignant was the announcement that ten of our graduates will be leaving shortly to join one of the armed services. As these students stood for a rousing round of applause, the community showed their appreciation for the sacrifice these young men and women are about to undertake on behalf of Minisink Valley district residents and everyone in the nation. Congratulations to all of the members of the class of 2009. Your school and your community are proud of you.

MIDDLE SCHOOL WINS SPECIAL GRANT FROM LOWE'S

Posted June 25 at 8:44am

In conjunction with our PTO, our Minisink Valley Middle School applied for and received the Toolbox for Education grant from Lowe's Home Improvement Store. This grant, in the amount of $4,400 was used to "bring our inside spirit outdoors." This school environment improvement project involved more than twenty teachers, led by our principal, Michael Giardina. They planted more than fifty plants and bushes surrounding an impressive bird bath. The new garden is located just outside the main entrance. Please drive by and take a look.

GRADUATION SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2009

Posted June 23 at 3:50pm

Graduation for the class of 2009 is scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2009 at 6:00 PM on the high school football field. In the case of inclement weather, a rain date of Saturday, June 27, 2009 at 1:00 PM has been set. Please join us to celebrate the accomplishments of the class of 2009.

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

Posted June 19 at 7:54pm

The last day of school for students in grades K-8 will be Tuesday, June 23, 2009. High school students should continue to attend if they have state exams scheduled.

TECHNO PEN PALS

Posted June 17 at 3:46pm

Otisville Elementary School students in Mrs. Amatetti's first grade class spent much of the year corresponding with their Minisink Valley Middle School pen pals in Mrs. Corletta's sixth grade class...without paper! Middle school and Otisville students composed letters to each other, then used an open source web site called Sakai to "mail" or post them. This project helped first grade students learn the format of friendly letters while sixth grade students focused on the organization of ideas and descriptive language. The Techno Pen Pal project culminated with a face-to-face meeting at Otisville Elementary School where the first and sixth graders shared lunch, a technology project, and an experience that will remain with them for a lifetime. This special project is part of the district's ongoing efforts to use technology to enhance instruction and improve student communication skills.

BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING

Posted June 16 at 1:38pm

The next meeting of the board of education is scheduled for June 18, 2009 at 8:00 PM in Room 108 of the middle school. The agenda is posted on the Board of Education page of this web site.

HIGH SCHOOL CHORUS PART OF RELAY FOR LIFE

Posted June 15 at 9:55am

On Friday June 12^th the Chamber Choir performed “Sun and Moon” and “From There” during the luminary ceremony at the American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Goshen High School. It was a very nice touch to a very moving event. The event is to raise funds for Cancer research and for people fighting the battle against cancer. This was an event that Caitlin Hammaren participated in all through high school and her two years at Virginia Tech. Once again, the Chorus sponsored a team (with 83 participants!) and was able to raise $3830 for the cause, smashing last year’s $1150 donation. Thank you to all of the Minisink community members who donated their spare change!

MEMORIAL SOFTBALL GAME CANCELED

Posted June 11 at 9:40am

The John Bell Memorial Softball game rescheduled for Monday, June 15 at 6:00 PM has been canceled.

HIGH SCHOOL AWARDS NIGHT

Posted June 10 at 7:28am

Tonight is the high school annual Awards and Scholarship Night beginning at 6:30 in the high school auditorium. Many of our high school students will be honored for their accomplishments this evening. Please join us. Visit the high school page of this web site to see some of the awards and honors won by our students this spring.

K-KIDS INDUCTION CEREMONY

Posted June 7 at 4:47pm

The Minisink Valley Kiwanis, in partnership with the intermediate school, hosted the K-Kids Charter Night, on June 1, 2009. The charter night serves to formally induct the club into the greater organization and establish the list of members as the first ever class of membership in the M.V.I.S. K-Kids club. After formal proceedings, swearing in of club officers, and speeches by Kiwanis representatives and building representatives, all participants enjoyed a reception. Congratulations to the students, their families and loved ones, and the Minisink Valley Kiwanis. Pictures of the event can be seen on the intermediate school page of this web site.

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