Author: Jeremy Luft

Dear Putnam Valley School Community,

On behalf of the Putnam Valley Central School District, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2026–2027 school year. There is something special about the beginning of a new school year: the excitement of new opportunities, the setting of new goals, and the promise of growth and…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

We are in the final stages of preparing for students to return to our buildings, and we look forward to seeing everyone!

While our classrooms may be quieter, summer is anything but quiet in our buildings and around our campuses.

In addition to several construction projects underway, our support staff,…

Dear Putnam Valley Community,

As we conclude another successful school year, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to our students, families, staff, and the entire Putnam Valley community for your engagement, feedback, and unwavering support. Together, we have made this a year defined by growth, achievement, and opportunity.

Resiliency is one of our…

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…