Author: Jeremy Luft

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

We are struggling to comprehend what has happened to our school community.  Since we first learned of the unimaginable loss of two students, Alina and Jeremiah Toone, time feels frozen. I understand I am not alone in searching for the opportunity to fully grieve for our community and the Toone…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

The Putnam Valley School Community has suffered another heartbreaking loss, as we were notified that last night’s fire claimed the life of a second high school student. It is difficult to find the words to share such devastating news with our community.

Members of the Regional Crisis Team, along with…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic news that one of our students died as a result of the house fire last night. Our deepest condolences go out to the student’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

We have activated the regional crisis response team and…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Dr. Betty Rosa, Commissioner of Education, to our schools, along with Deputy Commissioner Angelique Johnson-Dingle, Chancellor Lester Young, Regent Fran Wills, and Assistant Commissioner David Frank. Over the past several years, the New York State Education Department has focused on developing and implementing the NY Inspires…

Dear Putnam Valley Community,

The Putnam Valley School District is joining districts across the region and asking for your help on an issue that directly affects fairness for our student-athletes and all public school student-athletes across New York. The current system for section and regional play is completely unfair to public school student-athletes.

After…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: Please consider joining me and Dr. Chan, Assistant Superintendent of Business Administration, for a Superintendent's Listening Hour on Thursday, March 26, from 6 pm to 7 pm in the High School Library. This informal setting and Q&A format is a great opportunity to learn about the 2026-2027 school budget. Thank you, Dr. Jeremy Luft Superintendent of Schools Vote - Tuesday, May 19 -…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: This is a reminder that our Superintendent’s Conference Day is scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. Schools will be closed for students. Our faculty and staff will be engaged in professional development focused on strengthening instruction and supporting student success across the district. Thank you for your continued partnership, Dr. Jeremy Luft Superintendent of Schools