Dear Putnam Valley Community: This afternoon, administrators at Putnam Valley High School were made aware of concerning messages exchanged between several Putnam Valley students. The messages were posted on social media. Aligned with our protocols, the District initiated a threat assessment and contacted the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office. At this time, we have determined there is…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

Summer has been incredibly productive at the Putnam Valley School District. Thanks to the dedicated work of our custodial staff, our buildings have been transformed back to their pristine condition as numerous summer projects wrap up. At the Elementary School, hallways have been revitalized with a new coat of paint,…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: As the school year comes to a close, we are reminded of this year’s district goal, “building a stronger school community.” This goal is closely aligned with the District's recently established CORE Values; Community, Opportunity, Resiliency, and Empowerment. Merriam-Webster defines community as “a unified body of individuals with common interests.” I think that defines Putnam…

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: 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…