Author: Jeremy Luft

Good Afternoon Putnam Valley Community:

Well, the weather forecast has been accurate. It is hot outside!  Rest assured that we are closely monitoring the health and safety of our students.  As deemed necessary, outdoor activities may be moved indoors.  Putnam Valley’s long-term investment in sustainable energy, specifically the installation of geothermal heating and cooling…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

I am pleased to announce that after an extensive interview process, we anticipate the appointment of Robert Webb as the next Director of Physical Education, Athletics, and Health Services for the Putnam Valley School District during our Board of Education Meeting on June 20.  Mr. Webb will be assuming the…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: Appreciation is the theme for this month’s message.  As the Superintendent of Schools in Putnam Valley, I would like to extend my gratitude to the community members who came out and voted on this year’s school budget and propositions.  Regardless of how you voted, thank you for taking the time to let…

Dear Putnam Valley Community :

As required by the New York State Department of Health, we are notifying you that a person in our high school was recently diagnosed with pertussis (whooping cough). Pertussis is an illness particularly notable for its severe and long-lasting cough. The following information has been provided by the Putnam County Department…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: As chilly mornings begin to giveaway to sunny afternoons, our schools continue to buzz with activities. The spring is a season of performances across all three buildings. Putnam Valley Elementary School brought smiles to everyone’s face with their performance of Seussical Kids, Putnam Valley Middle School captivated audiences with their performance of Anatasia, and…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

The Putnam Valley Board of Education will hold a special business meeting, tonight, Tuesday, April 16, beginning at 7 PM in the High School cafeteria. This meeting is being held today to approve the BOCES 2024-2025 budget and vote on the BOCES Board of Education candidates.

The Board will also…

Good afternoon,

Due to a rainy, rather than snowy, winter, we are able to consider some adjustments to our school calendar.  It is anticipated that the Board of Education will approve the following calendar changes at their next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 16.

School buildings and offices will be closed on Monday,…