Senior Jason Davis named O-U BOCES CTEC salutatorian

Senior Jason Davis, who also attends the Orange-Ulster BOCES’ Career and Technical Center (CETC), is CETC’s 2021  salutatorian. Jason attends the CETC Transportation Careers Academy, where aviation students learn the necessary skills to obtain the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) private pilot certificate, the first step in an aviation career. The classroom portion of the program …

Girls Varsity Lacrosse team is Section IX Class B champions!

Congratulations to the Minisink Valley Girls Varsity Lacrosse team, the 2021 Section IX Class B champions! The team, coached by Head Coach Chris Burger and Assistant Coach Chris Biddle, defeated Cornwall 15-7 at home on June 11!  See more photos on the district’s Facebook page! #Warrior Proud

Physical education lessons tie into patriotic observances

Even physical education lessons tie into patriotic observances! Dr. Sandy Kimiecik’s Elementary School physical education students celebrated Flag Day and combined a marching activity with a lesson about the U.S. flag! Did you know: Since 1916, the nation has set aside June 14 as National Flag Day in honor of the adoption of the Stars …

Seniors Adam Burger and Jada Vail honored at June 9 O-U BOCES Outstanding Senior Award Ceremony

Valedictorian Adam Burger and salutatorian Jada Vail were among the honorees at the recent Orange-Ulster BOCES Outstanding Student Award Ceremony,  held at Goshen High School’s Coliseum. During Adam’s high school career, he was a member of the indoor/outdoor track and field , gymnastics and lacrosse teams. He is also a member of the school’s chapter …

Pre-requisite testing to evaluate potential Summer 2021 lifeguarding course interest to take place June 21 and 22

Attention parents of 9th through 11th graders: Is your child interested interested in becoming a lifeguard? What:  Pre-requisite testing to evaluate interest in potential lifeguarding courses for summer 2021 Test Includes: 300-yard swim (24 lengths of the HS pool) 2-minute treading water Brick dive from 7-10 feet of water (no goggles) When:  Monday June 21 …

High school National Honor Society/Key Club’s June 17 drive-in movie fundraiser to raise grocery money for Wawayanda Senior Center members

The Minisink Valley High School’s National Honor Society (NHS) and Key Club members are holding a special fundraiser at the Fair Oaks Drive-in in Middletown that will raise money to buy ShopRite gift cards for members of  Wawayanda Senior Center and give participants a fresh-air evening of fun. On Thursday, June 17, “Ferris Bueller’s Day …

Ellen Ferrier and Karen Krogslund named 2021 Mid-Hudson School Study Council honorees

Middle School teacher Ellen Ferrier and Otisville Elementary first-grade teacher Karen Krogslund were recently honored by the Mid-Hudson School Study Council for their work to support the academic achievements and successes of their students. Each year, the Newburgh-based organization honors those in the education field who display excellence in their work. Mrs. Ferrier was named …

Board of Education to hold three meetings on Thursday, June 17 with in-person and remote options

The Minisink Valley Board of Education will hold three meetings  on Thursday, June 17  at the Minisink Valley Middle School auditorium  for those wishing to attend in-person; and via Google Meets for those who wish to attend remotely. Code of Conduct Hearing: 5:45 p.m. Join by phone: 1-601-732-5386‬ PIN: ‪533 069 481‬# Audit Committee Meeting: …

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