Author: Jeremy Luft
Msg. from Dr. Luft – 3/14/25 Amazing Students / Capital Project / Security Measures
Dear Putnam Valley Community,
As the weather outside warms, we are reminded that spring is right around the corner. However, I do wonder if at least one more snow day could still surprise us. Tonight, many families of our third and fourth-graders will be treated to a joyful production of The Jungle Book. I…
Ambulance called to PVES
Good morning,
A short time ago, an ambulance was called to our elementary school to provide medical assistance for an adult. To keep hallways clear, a hold-in-place has been called, and students will resume their normal schedule shortly.
Thank you,
Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools
NYS Dept. of Health Notification – re: Pertussis
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
As required by the New York State Department of Health, we are notifying you that a person in our elementary 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 of Health.
Pertussis is…
Water at HS/MS campus is safe
The District is aware of the discoloration of the water on the High School/Middle School campus. We have been in contact with the Yorktown Water District which provides water service to those buildings. They have received similar complaints from residents along that section of their system. The discoloration is a result of yesterday’s fire along…
Update MS/HS Campus closed to incoming traffic
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Peekskill Hollow Road remains closed at this time. We expect student dismissal from our High School and Middle School to be on time. However, due to the road closure, the dismissal process could take longer and may impact the Elementary School dismissal. We expect any delays to be minimal.
Please…
Capital Project Vote Fails – Update from Dr. Luft
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
As you know, we held our capital project vote on Tuesday, January 28. While the outcome was not what we had hoped for, we deeply appreciate the engagement, feedback, and support from our community throughout this process. Encouraging voter turnout has been and will continue to be a focus for…
Vote Day Information – Today – Tuesday, January 28 at PVES
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
To clarify, all public votes conducted by the school district must abide by the strict guidance outlined by New York State Education Law and the Commissioner of Education. Annual budget votes and special votes, like today’s capital project vote, follow the same training, safeguards, and vote-counting processes.
Our priority is to ensure that…