Meet the candidates running for the Minisink Valley Board of Education on May 21

In addition to voting for the proposed 2024-25 school budget on Tuesday, May 21, voters will be asked to select new Board of Education members. Voters will be asked to select three members for three-year terms running from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. Candidates, in ballot order, are: Anthony Monaco Dr. Scott Hines …

High School students achieve success at 2024 NYS FBLA State Leadership Conference

Congratulations to the eight High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members for their outstanding performances at the recent New York State FBLA (State Leadership Conference (SLC) in Rochester. 1st place Rachael Cesarz and Keira Davis, Creative Commercials Competition in the NYS FBLA Program of Work 3rd place Conner Doane, Colin Hansen and Justin …

Applications now available for district’s Universal Pre-kindergarten (UPK) program for 2024-25 school year

The Minisink Valley Central School District is a participant in the New York State Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program that is offered annually through a grant. The UPK program offers a limited amount of spots to qualifying families residing in the school district. Parents of eligible four-year-olds choose one of the participating preschools within the school district. …

Otisville Elementary recognizes 2024/Quarter 3 PBIS-STAR students

Congratulations to Otisville’s STAR-students for being recognized for being respectful, responsible and ready to learn, the 3Rs which are part of the Otisville’s PBIS program (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) program for Quarter 3 of this school year. PBIS takes a proactive approach to help all students achieve social, emotional and academic success. Kindergarten Jaxson …

Board of Education adopts 2024-25 proposed $120,342,342 school budget; budget vote/Board of Education election is Tuesday, May 21

The Minisink Valley Board of Education unanimously adopted a proposed $120,342,342 budget for the 2024-25 school year at its April 18 meeting. This proposed budget includes a 2.31% tax levy increase. The district is utilizing money from other district funds to reduce the tax burden on homeowners and businesses. By utilizing funds transferred from the capital …

Schools and district now closed Friday, May 24 as part of Memorial Day weekend

Minisink Valley school community: As a result of one unused emergency day, Friday, May 24 is now a “give back day” where school will be closed for students, staff and district offices. This additional day now creates a long, four-day Memorial Day weekend. Classes resume Tuesday, May 28. We believe we’re in a position to …

Four seniors sign Division I/II NCAA National Letters of Intent

Congratulations to four Minisink Valley seniors who have signed Division I/II NCAA National Letters of Intent (NLI): Division I Zouhair Elsibai, Track & Field, Sacred Heart University Coach:  Todd Derkacz “Zouhair has proven to be one of the most versatile runners on our roster during his scholastic career,” said Coach Derkacz. “As at home, running …

Special student-created wooden gift presented to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets

A special wooden gift, created by two High School “Manufacturing Systems” students, was presented to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets (WCPO) in Central Valley on April 15 as a thank you to officials for the continued use of WCPO portable construction lights at home football games. Juniors Kevin Crowe-Bailey and Liam Ordway designed the 36-inch diameter …

‘Early Bird’ registration taking place for 2024-25 YMCA ‘Club Kid’ program at Otisville Elementary and Intermediate/Elementary schools

“Early Bird” registration is taking place for the Middletown YMCA’s “Club Kid” Program, which is again being offered at Minisink Valley for the 2024-25 school year. Club Kid provides safe, fun, and supervised care before and after school at Otisville Elementary and the Intermediate/Elementary schools and follows the district’s calendar. “We’re happy to offer a …

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