‘Bb’ words help kindergarteners learn about Black History Month and brainstorming STEM work

‘Bb’ is a great letter, just ask kindergarteners! A group of Minisink Valley kindergarten teachers took their students’ newfound knowledge about the letter ‘Bb’ and applied it to their Black (‘Bb’ word) History Month studies by learning about former President Barack (‘Bb’ word) Obama. During their lessons, students learned about President Obama’s accomplishments and responsibilities, …

Middle school Feb. 3 COVID-19 update from Superintendent Brian Monahan

The district has confirmed the following positive COVID-19 case today, Feb. 3 Middle School: One staff member; contact tracing is complete and no action is required. Thank you for your attention to this important information. The health, safety, and well-being of our school community remains our top priority. Sincerely, Brian C. Monahan Superintendent

NYSPHSAA cancels spring state championships

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced via social media today, Feb. 3, that all spring state championship events have been cancelled. NYSPHSAA said the concerns of its 11 sections, section administrators and member schools were the impetus for its decision. “Certainly, a difficult decision, however at this time our focus must be …

Proposed budget documents to be presented at Feb. 4 BOE Finance Committee available for viewing

The Minisink Valley Board of Education  Finance Committee will meet Thursday, Feb. 4  at 6 p.m. via Google Meets. Join by phone: 1-518-909-9569 PIN: 905-612-971# The following proposed budgets will be presented:             The meeting’s agenda  and these budget documents are available for viewing via: BoardDocs. The community is invited to …

‘Higher risk’ sports play documents available for review; final decision to play to be made on Feb. 4

Minisink Valley athletic families: The next steps to resume “higher risk” sports took place today, Feb. 2, when the Board of Education Athletic Committee met and made a commendation that “higher risk” sports play be approved to begin at Minisink Valley.  The full Board of Education will review this recommendation and make a decision during …

Teacher Spotlight: Meet High School Science teacher Vincent Napolitano

Meet High School science teacher Vincent Napolitano, who teaches honors, Regents and general Earth Science. Mr. Napolitano is also a modified cross country coach and is advisor of the high school’s Robotics Club. What’s your favorite aspect of your job? My favorite aspect of the job is watching the students grow into adults during their …

District to follow ‘Remote Wednesday’ schedule for Tuesday, Feb. 2

Dear Minisink Valley school community: The weather forecast continues to show we’ll be dealing with more snow on Tuesday. As we’ve previously communicated to you, each inclement weather day’s specific circumstances will be factored into how instruction may be provided, along with other factors. Because of the importance of maintaining academic instruction consistency, the district …

Board of Education to hold Finance Committee meeting on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. and regular meeting at 7 p.m. via Google Meets

The Minisink Valley Board of Education will meet Thursday, Feb. 4 for two meetings via Google Meets. To access these meetings: Finance Committee at 6 p.m.: Join by phone: 1-518-909-9569 PIN: 905-612-971# Regular meeting at 7 p.m.: Join by phone: 1-262-425-0183‬ PIN: ‪678-833-600# The meeting’s agenda is available for viewing via: BoardDocs. The community is invited …

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