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Board of Education Meeting – Tomorrow – Tuesday, March 5 – 7pm

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

The Putnam Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled Business Meeting, tomorrow, Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00 pm in the High School Cafeteria.

Board of Education meetings are open to the public and all are welcome.  Meetings are also streamed live on our website at pvcsd.org.

The agenda for the meeting can be found here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/pvcsd/Board.nsf/Public

Agenda topics include:

  • 2024-2025 School Budget Overview
    • School Budget Vote will be held Tuesday, May 21 at PVES

Sincerely,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

Schools will be closed tomorrow Tuesday, February 13

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

Due to the weather forecast, Putnam Valley schools will be closed, tomorrow, Tuesday, February 13.

Thank you.

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

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Early Dismissal Today – Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Good morning,

Due to the forecast for inclement weather all Putnam Valley Schools will dismiss early, today, January 23, 2024.  The middle and high school will dismiss at 10:30 am and the elementary school will dismiss at 11:15 am.

All afterschool activities are canceled.

For families that use the Putnam Valley Parks and Recreation Children’s Center, please note, that they do not hold an after-school session when the schools need to call an early dismissal.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

Msg. from Dr. Luft: Watching the weather overnight and tomorrow

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

We will be closely monitoring the weather overnight and the potential impact it has on our area.  As we always do, we will rely on information from our Operations & Transportation Department, and the Putnam Valley Highway Department, and will consider the weather forecast before deciding on any change in our normal operating schedule.

We will make every effort to inform you of a decision by 5:30 am.  Notifications will be sent via email, phone call, and text message.  Please remember to update PowerSchool, our student information system, anytime you have a change in contact information.

Thank you,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

Msg. from Dr. Luft – Best wishes to all!

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

As our student organizations complete their holiday drives, hundreds of coats and toys will soon be on their way to new homes.  In the spirit of giving, we continue to see the selfless acts of many members of the Putnam Valley School District community, who always show a willingness to help others.

As we wrap up the final week before the well-deserved holiday recess, we reflect on all that has been accomplished.  Recently, our very own Eduardo Recinos, a junior at PVHS, was named the recipient of the 2023 Heart of a Giant Award, our cheerleaders brought home a state championship, and the school district recognized the Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department with Pride in Putnam Valley for their exceptional support of our students and their continued volunteer service to our entire community.

Students continue to excel in the classroom and through extracurricular activities. In the last several days, I had the pleasure of watching our middle school band and chorus students perform, our elementary school students learn and explore through holiday craft projects, and I was inspired by our budding scientists as I was able to assist our fourth graders as they dissected owl pellets. Our students, supported by an incredible staff, are engaged in their learning. They are building relationships and are actively involved in community service.

A recent visit of students and parents from the Garrison School District served as an opportunity to highlight the learning experience we offer here in Putnam Valley.  In fact, over 50% of the current grade eight students (approximately 13 students) from Garrison have chosen Putnam Valley High School to continue their high school education.  Garrison students are a welcome addition to the Putnam Valley school community and their tuition, paid by the Garrison school district, becomes a revenue source for our taxpayers.

While the prospect of yet another holiday recess without any snow on the ground may dampen some spirits, we encourage everyone to take advantage of this valuable time to reconnect, reenergize, and reflect on the past year.  Upon returning to school in 2024, our work will continue.

We remain committed to fostering success, recognizing achievements, and collectively striving to be better – better educators, better students, and better humans.

Best wishes to all for a happy and healthy New Year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

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Board of Education Meeting – Tonight – PV Fire Dept. / Game Day Cheer

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

The Putnam Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold its regularly scheduled Business Meeting, tonight, Thursday, December 14, at 7:00 pm in the High School Cafeteria.

Board of Education meetings are open to the public and all are welcome.  Meetings are also streamed live on our website at pvcsd.org.

The agenda for the meeting can be found here: https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/pvcsd/Board.nsf/Public

Agenda topics for tonight include:

  • Pride In Putnam Valley Award to the Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department
  • Recognizing our State Champion Game Day Cheer Team
  • Student representatives’ report
  • Superintendent’s report

Sincerely,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

 

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Letter from Putnam County Sheriff’s Department

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

The Putnam County Sheriff has asked us to share the attached letter regarding a new on-line reporting system.

Additional information can be found at pctam.net.

Thank you,
Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

File attachments:
PC TAM parents and guardians.pdf

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Thankful for our PVCSD Community!

As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I am reminded of all that I am grateful for this year.

I am especially thankful for my friends and family both at home and in school. I am thankful to be part of the Putnam Valley School community, surrounded by talented and passionate staff members, doing whatever is needed to support our students. I am thankful to work in a community that supports our schools, our students, and our staff, and I am thankful for the fantastic students that attend our schools.

I hope you had a chance to see The Play That Goes Wrong a few weekends ago. I laughed out loud and enjoyed seeing our hardworking students on stage and those behind the stage who made it all come together. Our fall season student-athletes enjoyed great success and the season culminated with a sectional title for volleyball and a state championship for Game Day Cheerleading.

On Monday, I had the pleasure of attending the Gratitude Festival at the High School. This annual event, hosted by our Music Honor Society provides a special opportunity for our students to share their talents. On Tuesday, we welcomed our state championship cheerleading team into the Elementary School, and they may have performed to their most enthusiastic audience yet.

We certainly have much to be thankful for, and I am so proud of the leadership and compassion of our students and staff who consistently pay it forward. Each of our buildings participated in Thanksgiving food drives to support the Putnam Valley Food Pantry. The response from our community was wonderful and is deeply appreciated by the pantry, which helps to support families across our area. The United For The Troops collection also received generous donations and will provide some comforts of home to troops currently serving overseas. These acts of kindness continue to bring us together as a community.

Currently, our High School’s National Honor Society is holding their annual toy drive with all donations going directly to the Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Additionally, the National Honor Society along with both the Middle School and Elementary School will be holding coat drives, and drop boxes can be found in the entrances of our buildings.

I hope you all find some time to reflect on what makes you thankful and find opportunities to share your gratitude. Enjoy the Thanksgiving break.

Take care and stay well.

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

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Msg. from Dr. Luft – United For The Troops Donation Drive

A reminder on Veterans Day…

Dear Putnam Valley School Community,

In recognition of National First Responder Appreciation Day, the Putnam Valley School District has partnered with United For The Troops for their Defend the Holidays donation drive.  United For The Troops is a not-for-profit organization established in 2007 with a mission to bring comfort to service members by sending the comforts of home to them while serving abroad.

If you are interested in participating, drop-off locations will be available in each of our buildings, beginning on October 18 through November 14.  United For The Troops has provided a “wish list” of donations, please see the list attached.  Personal cards and letters are also encouraged.

Thank you for your consideration and thank you to all of our Veterans!

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools

File attachments:
United For The Troops Wish List.pdf

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Superintendent’s Listening Hour and BOE Meeting-Tomorrow, Thursday, 11/16 5:45 pm/7pm

Dear Putnam Valley Families:

Please consider joining me for a Listening Hour on Thursday, November 16, in our High School library beginning at 5:45 pm. This meeting will be held just prior to our regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting and is an opportunity for us to spend time together in a casual setting. The goal of the Listening Hour is to share perspectives on school issues and consider our opportunities and challenges. I hope you will join me.

The Board of Education meeting will be held in the High School cafeteria at 7:00 pm. Meetings are open to the public and are also streamed live. The link is available via our website, pvcsd.org. Board meetings are a great way to learn more about our district’s goals and achievements. Videos of past meetings can be found here.

Thank you,

Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools