NYSED cancels June 1 U.S. History & Government Framework Regents Exam; all high school students must now report to school on Wednesday, June 1

Attention High School families: Today, May 24 , the New York State Education Department (NYSED) canceled the June 1 U.S. History & Government Framework Regents Exam. As a result, all high school students are to report to school on Wednesday,  June 1 for a normal instruction day. Officials said the reason for the cancellation was they …

School calendar update: June 22 and 23 are now half days for Middle and Elementary schools

Minisink Valley parents/guardians: In about five weeks’ time, our 2021-22 school year will be completed. As part of that, please make note of these changes in the school calendar for the balance of the school year. Middle School/Otisville Elementary/Intermediate School/Elementary School      June 22 and 23 are now half days for all students. Please …

District hosts first Senior Class Picnic to honor Class of 2022

The district was thrilled to host its first ever Senior Picnic today, May 23! The weather graciously cooperated to make it an absolutely beautiful morning/afternoon to celebrate being a member of the Class of 2022! There was food, games, music and raffles to accompany a great day to hang out with friends. Thank you to …

Student Art Show’s creativity dazzles guests and raises money for student artist scholarships

Hundreds of students, parents and members of the community admired the artistic talents of district students at the May 20 Elementary and High School Art Show, which returned after a two-year pandemic pause. Thank you to all who made the show such a success: High School:  Art teachers: Pattie Hoban-Rich, Kat Hoolan, Jenna McElroy and …

Middle school persuasive writing assignment reinforces positive impact of influential words and the hope for increased animal adoptions

A seventh/eighth-grade persuasive writing assignment has become a teachable moment about the purpose of animal sanctuaries and shelters, the need for animal adoption and the positive impact that influential words can have. Corrine Yanis wanted to reinforce the importance of writing, and found an opportunity where her students could apply it to a real community …

COVID-19 update from Superintendent Brian Monahan for the school week ending Friday, May 20

The district is now providing COVID-19 case confirmations on a weekly basis. The district has confirmed the following positive COVID-19 cases for the school week ending today, May 20. High School: 10 students, two faculty Middle School: Two students Otisville Elementary: Three students, two faculty Intermediate School: Two students, one staff member Elementary School: One …

MV Elementary’s ‘Transportation Day’ is an educational and fun day for students

Racing cars, fire trucks, police cars, a dump truck, an electric company truck and a school bus!  Today, May 19, was Transportation Day at Minisink Valley Elementary School, where students had a chance get up close to vehicles they see in their communities and speak with the people who operate them. “Our students see most …

All-Night Graduation Party returns for the Class of 2022!

After a two-year pandemic pause, Project Graduation organizers are thrilled to announce the return of the All-Night Graduation Party for the Class of 2022. Minisink Valley Project Graduation is an all-night alcohol and drug free celebration for the new graduates.  Through the combined efforts of volunteers, school administration and area businesses and organizations, this party …

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