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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 …

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‘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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For your information: Department of Health advises district about pertussis (whooping cough) case

Parents/Guardians: In the interest of transparency, we’re sharing that the Orange County Department of Health  advised us today, April 16, that two weeks ago, a high school student was treated for a confirmed case of pertussis (whooping cough). Pertussis can occur at any age, and older children/adults may have milder symptoms for a shorter amount …

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Eighth-graders Winnie Wei and Luna Card’s posters selected to be included in New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s 2025 calendar

Congratulations to eighth-graders Winnie Wei and Luna Card, who are two of 14 students statewide whose posters have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) calendar. The “Create A Watershed Super Hero” Poster Contest was sponsored by the DEC and the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA).  …

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Middle School reviews ‘Dignity for all Students Act’ (DASA) policy as part of ongoing character education curriculum

Minisink Valley’s academic instruction regularly includes refresher conversations with students about behavioral expectations and conduct, such as with the Middle School’s recent presentations about the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA), which is part of the district’s ongoing education curriculum. DASA was enacted in July 2010 to promote a safe and supportive learning environment in …

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Board of Education to meet Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 p.m.

The Minisink Valley Board of Education will meet on Thursday, April 18  at the Middle School auditorium at 6:30 p.m. The meeting agenda is available for viewing via: BoardDocs. The community is welcome and invited to attend.

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Junior PJ Duke and freshman Wyatt Boice earn wrestling All-American status

Congratulations to junior PJ Duke and freshman Wyatt Boice for earning All-American status at the 35th annual National High School Coaches Association’s (NHSCA) High School Wrestling Nationals, held April 5 to 8 in Virginia Beach. PJ took first place in the 152-weight class; and Wyatt took fifth place in the 138-pound weight class. The top …

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Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) Parent Information Night to be held Wednesday, April 17 at 6 p.m.

Minisink Valley will host a Universal Pre-Kindergarten Parent Information Night on Wednesday, April 17 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Holy Cross Parish Hall  at 626 County Rd 22. All parents with a 4-year-old or soon-to-be 4-year-old child eligible for UPK are invited to attend. This evening gives parents give parents an opportunity and meet …

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District’s Music Department again honored with national NAMM Foundation ‘Best Communities in Music Education’ recognition

The Minisink Valley School District has again been honored with the “Best Communities for Music Education” designation from The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation. This is the second consecutive year the district’s Music Department has been recognized with this national distinction. Minisink Valley is one of 975 school districts designated as being among …

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