Future lacrosse families: Sign your student up for a FREE clinic run by the Girls and Boys Varsity and Junior Varsity lacrosse programs for any K-6 student:
The girls clinic will take place Saturday, Sept. 27
The boys clinic will take place Saturday, Oct. 4
All clinics to take place at Otisville Elementary. See more details:
The girls clinic will take place Saturday, Sept. 27
The boys clinic will take place Saturday, Oct. 4
All clinics to take place at Otisville Elementary. See more details:
Cheers to the "specials team" at Otisville Elementary, who are already having their students dive into a "special" and memorable year ! (Very cool swag, BTW!)
Skyler Klein, music
Kara Welsh, art
Maria Fenfert, music
Stephanie Guifre, physical education
Erin Andersen, library
Tom Uhrig, physical education
Skyler Klein, music
Kara Welsh, art
Maria Fenfert, music
Stephanie Guifre, physical education
Erin Andersen, library
Tom Uhrig, physical education
WOW! These cutie-pie Otisville kindergarteners are doing so great learning how to work their way through the cafeteria line! It's a big deal to finally go to the cafeteria for lunch! You have to line up, get a tray, pick a milk and then decide from all the choices available, move through the line, scan your barcode (or know your student number) at checkout, return to your seat and...then....eat and socialize with new friends! Thank you to all their helpers, too! Take a peek!
It's all about the food!
Take a peek at these high schoolers and the wide range of lunch offerings available to them every school day....and all for free!
Please remind your student to take advantage of the breakfast and lunch offerings available to them every day! There's no need for you or them to prepare breakfast or lunch for the day!
Take a peek at these high schoolers and the wide range of lunch offerings available to them every school day....and all for free!
Please remind your student to take advantage of the breakfast and lunch offerings available to them every day! There's no need for you or them to prepare breakfast or lunch for the day!
SAY CHEESE!
FRESHMAN, SOPHOMORE and JUNIOR families:
Undergraduate portraits (also used for school IDs) will be taken Sept. 11 and 12 during English classes. Your student should look for the schedule in today's (Sept. 8) email. Please remind them to look!
Other details:
New seniors who are in need of a school ID should have their photo taken during study hall or lunch.
Primary Parent emails will receive photo proofs and ordering information in email directly from Lors. No more pre-orders!
For any students missing this photo opportunity, makeups will be Oct 20. All retakes will take place with the return of the photo package.
Friday is traditionally PIZZA DAY in our elementary buildings (in the middle school and high school, pizza is offered every day)
Already, our wonderful Witsons Food Services teams at the IS/ES and Otisville are preparing fresh cheese and cheese/pepperoni pies to serve at lunch today! (That's a lot of pepperoni!) You can smell pizza baking in many parts of the building!
IS/ES FUN FACT: On some Fridays, the Food Services team will serve over 700 slices of pizza to students!
Pizza is a fan favorite in all our buildings! Remember, all students eat for free! Be sure to encourage your student go through the cafeteria line and save yourself some time (and money) preparing breakfasts and lunches.
Already, our wonderful Witsons Food Services teams at the IS/ES and Otisville are preparing fresh cheese and cheese/pepperoni pies to serve at lunch today! (That's a lot of pepperoni!) You can smell pizza baking in many parts of the building!
IS/ES FUN FACT: On some Fridays, the Food Services team will serve over 700 slices of pizza to students!
Pizza is a fan favorite in all our buildings! Remember, all students eat for free! Be sure to encourage your student go through the cafeteria line and save yourself some time (and money) preparing breakfasts and lunches.
It’s really true: Each first day of school marks a significant step in a child's life...no matter the grade level! Yesterday’s first day of school was a special day for students and families...and for our faculty and staff, too!
We invite you to visit the district's Facebook page to view the photos shared with us by proud parents who were among the thousands of families to mark this milestone day. You’ll see happy smiles along with fresh haircuts, new backpacks, special outfits and keepsake signs. These photos are a visual diary of their children’s school journey that will be treasured for years. Thank you to everyone who shared their photos with us! Click here: https://www.facebook.com/MinisinkValleyCSD
We invite you to visit the district's Facebook page to view the photos shared with us by proud parents who were among the thousands of families to mark this milestone day. You’ll see happy smiles along with fresh haircuts, new backpacks, special outfits and keepsake signs. These photos are a visual diary of their children’s school journey that will be treasured for years. Thank you to everyone who shared their photos with us! Click here: https://www.facebook.com/MinisinkValleyCSD
It's a new SWAG SEASON!
PLEASE SHARE! Support the great work of the Minisink Valley PTO and update your wardrobe with some fabulous, new Minisink Valley apparel, which includes some terrific Otisville Elementary swag, too! There's SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Shirts, shorts, pants, jackets, backpacks, hoodies, and winter hats!
Be sure to click on this link and see all that's available:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m6b1bQwU2HG_5kt67uoNCtZmosV3EaUM?fbclid=IwY2xjawMayLhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFaczdlMWtkMG54NVZHb2JSAR4sa-dSmkK8REVkRDYQhfG7kO4GuPdZS_EeFnBHtLUDleodQHXx3Ld3HthW2g_aem_YLrssM0oHtDhKh4
PLEASE SHARE! Support the great work of the Minisink Valley PTO and update your wardrobe with some fabulous, new Minisink Valley apparel, which includes some terrific Otisville Elementary swag, too! There's SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE: Shirts, shorts, pants, jackets, backpacks, hoodies, and winter hats!
Be sure to click on this link and see all that's available:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1m6b1bQwU2HG_5kt67uoNCtZmosV3EaUM?fbclid=IwY2xjawMayLhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFaczdlMWtkMG54NVZHb2JSAR4sa-dSmkK8REVkRDYQhfG7kO4GuPdZS_EeFnBHtLUDleodQHXx3Ld3HthW2g_aem_YLrssM0oHtDhKh4
REMINDER: The Minisink Valley School District's free smartphone app offers users the ability to stay current with individual school updates and information on district events and activities.
It also provides users with customized notifications related to each school selected by each user, including a quick and easy way to learn breakfast and lunch menus in all buildings each day!
The free app is available for Android and Apple devices in their respective app stores.
To stay up-to-date on the latest district news and events via the app, visit Google Play Store and search for Minisink Valley CSD; or the Apple App Store and search for Minisink Valley CSD NY.
It also provides users with customized notifications related to each school selected by each user, including a quick and easy way to learn breakfast and lunch menus in all buildings each day!
The free app is available for Android and Apple devices in their respective app stores.
To stay up-to-date on the latest district news and events via the app, visit Google Play Store and search for Minisink Valley CSD; or the Apple App Store and search for Minisink Valley CSD NY.
The Sophomore Class’ 5k Color Run, held on Sept. 30, was a colorful success! Over 40 runners participated and nearly $600 was raised for the Sophomore Class! Thank you to everyone, especially donors to the event, who contributed to its success! Take a look!
First-place winner Caleb Decker won a $50 Cugino’s gift card, second-place winner Logan Cohen won a Minisink Valley sweatshirt and third-place winner Eric Bianchi won a $25 Cugino’s gift card! Congratulations!
First-place winner Caleb Decker won a $50 Cugino’s gift card, second-place winner Logan Cohen won a Minisink Valley sweatshirt and third-place winner Eric Bianchi won a $25 Cugino’s gift card! Congratulations!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
FINISH OFF A GREAT FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL and support the BOYS VARSITY SOCCER PROGRAM by getting some ice cream at Rita's in Middletown from 4 to 7 p.m.!!
FINISH OFF A GREAT FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL and support the BOYS VARSITY SOCCER PROGRAM by getting some ice cream at Rita's in Middletown from 4 to 7 p.m.!!
Parents/Guardians: Please complete the Household Income Eligibility Form
For the 2025-26 school year, all children in the Minisink Valley School District will receive breakfast and lunch meals at no charge regardless of household income or completion of the Household Income Eligibility Form. However, all families are encouraged to complete this form, which is used to determine eligibility for additional state and federal program benefits that your child(ren) may qualify for, such as: College preparation program, AP test fee waivers, etc. Please complete the online form via this link: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict?ZipCode=10973&State=
MINISINK VALLEY SCHOOL COMMUNITY:
The New York State Department of Transportation will begin work involving the replacement of the culvert carrying U.S. Route 6 over Rutgers Creek between County Road 1 and Woods Road/Monahan Road on Tuesday, Sept. 2 beginning at 10 a.m, through Friday, Nov. 7.
This work will involve a full road closure between County Road 1 and Woods Road/Monahan Road with a signed detour beginning on or about Sept. 2 for approximately two months.
Our Transportation Department suggests you consider this alternate route:
If driving to the Slate Hill Campus from the Port Jervis side, there are two options:
1)Turn left onto Greenville Turnpike, turn right onto Woods Road and then left onto Route 6
2)Turn Right onto Route 1, turn left at Monahan Road, then right onto Route 6.
Simply reverse these directions when leaving the campus.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Transportation Department will be contacting families impacted by this closure regarding their students’ pick-ups and drop offs in the coming days. Thank you for your understanding and good grace.
The New York State Department of Transportation will begin work involving the replacement of the culvert carrying U.S. Route 6 over Rutgers Creek between County Road 1 and Woods Road/Monahan Road on Tuesday, Sept. 2 beginning at 10 a.m, through Friday, Nov. 7.
This work will involve a full road closure between County Road 1 and Woods Road/Monahan Road with a signed detour beginning on or about Sept. 2 for approximately two months.
Our Transportation Department suggests you consider this alternate route:
If driving to the Slate Hill Campus from the Port Jervis side, there are two options:
1)Turn left onto Greenville Turnpike, turn right onto Woods Road and then left onto Route 6
2)Turn Right onto Route 1, turn left at Monahan Road, then right onto Route 6.
Simply reverse these directions when leaving the campus.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Transportation Department will be contacting families impacted by this closure regarding their students’ pick-ups and drop offs in the coming days. Thank you for your understanding and good grace.
IMPORTANT REMINDER TO ALL DRIVERS:
The district has equipped its entire bus fleet with cameras to catch vehicles that illegally pass a stopped school bus. If you see a bus’ red lights flashing and stop-arm extended, STOP! Otherwise, you and the vehicle you’re driving will be photographed and you WILL GET A $250 FINE.
Don't say we didn't tell you: Please pay attention and drive safe!
READ MORE: https://www.minisink.com/article/2365311
STRIKE UP THE BAND!
The mighty Minisink Valley Marching Band is back in action starting today, Aug. 29, with Band Camp! The band is ready for a great season of music, including appearing at home football games!
The mighty Minisink Valley Marching Band is back in action starting today, Aug. 29, with Band Camp! The band is ready for a great season of music, including appearing at home football games!
REMINDER: Support the Sophomore Class and have some colorful fitness fun!
A benefit 5K Color Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Aug. 30 at the Slate Hill Campus! GREAT FUN FOR ALL!
Details are: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA9A629A4FEC43-57961307-minisink?fbclid=IwY2xjawMdWiVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFnVDBqZnkwaDBnOGIxMlhOAR5vbpPB49Jd6XqIGeKb8IsHttX0AlwhHO20hkkV_HNz3aGEUZJKq4yxpn0HIA_aem_HIr3ZMClZg6CUXTV1UAOkg#/
For questions, please email Class Advisor Larry Scarzfava at lscarzfava@minisink.com or student
Morgan Varian at morganv811@icloud.com
A benefit 5K Color Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Aug. 30 at the Slate Hill Campus! GREAT FUN FOR ALL!
Details are: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4BA9A629A4FEC43-57961307-minisink?fbclid=IwY2xjawMdWiVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFnVDBqZnkwaDBnOGIxMlhOAR5vbpPB49Jd6XqIGeKb8IsHttX0AlwhHO20hkkV_HNz3aGEUZJKq4yxpn0HIA_aem_HIr3ZMClZg6CUXTV1UAOkg#/
For questions, please email Class Advisor Larry Scarzfava at lscarzfava@minisink.com or student
Morgan Varian at morganv811@icloud.com
Today, Aug. 28, (and tomorrow) is New Staff Orientation! We’re excited for the expertise and passion our new staff will bring to Minisink Valley! We're thrilled to have them join us and look forward to all being a part of our engaging learning environment!
Please join us in welcoming to the district: Anila Ali, Abigail Bailey, Stephanie Byrne, Cornelia Caligiuri, Emilia Chrobak, Alexa Covais, Mason Davis, Michael Eckberg, Kavita Elana, Morgan Jashembowski, Johanna Klein, Sarah Knebel, Danielle MacKenzie, Glennis Mckenzie, David Mellan, McKayla Murphy, Jordan Procak, Nicole Ruggiero, Jonathan Sakadelis, Ian Schombs and Madison Wyman!
Please join us in welcoming to the district: Anila Ali, Abigail Bailey, Stephanie Byrne, Cornelia Caligiuri, Emilia Chrobak, Alexa Covais, Mason Davis, Michael Eckberg, Kavita Elana, Morgan Jashembowski, Johanna Klein, Sarah Knebel, Danielle MacKenzie, Glennis Mckenzie, David Mellan, McKayla Murphy, Jordan Procak, Nicole Ruggiero, Jonathan Sakadelis, Ian Schombs and Madison Wyman!
HIGH SCHOOL FAMILIES:
Don't miss out! Order your student's 2025 HOMECOMING shirt today! It's a great way to show school spirit!
https://mvhoco2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Don't miss out! Order your student's 2025 HOMECOMING shirt today! It's a great way to show school spirit!
https://mvhoco2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/
IT'S ONE WEEK...until the opening day of school!
REMEMBER, all students are entitled to eat breakfast and lunch for FREE! Our meals are fresh and nutritious and prepared by the best Food and Nutrition Service team there is! Please encourage your student to try our meals....and you'll save yourself a lot of time (and money) preparing breakfasts and lunches either the night before or the morning of school!
REMEMBER, all students are entitled to eat breakfast and lunch for FREE! Our meals are fresh and nutritious and prepared by the best Food and Nutrition Service team there is! Please encourage your student to try our meals....and you'll save yourself a lot of time (and money) preparing breakfasts and lunches either the night before or the morning of school!
The opening day of school is nearing!
It's a big day for everyone! We invite you to share a photo of your student(s) first day of school! See the details:
It's a big day for everyone! We invite you to share a photo of your student(s) first day of school! See the details:
