Author: Jeremy Luft

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

There are several construction projects either underway or soon to begin around town and on our school property.  Like all construction projects, we anticipate there will be some disruption before the benefits of these projects are realized. Pudding Street Overpass on the Taconic State Parkway - This overpass is a welcome sight…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: I would like to invite you to our next "Superintendent's Listening Hour", next Thursday, October 10. We will meet in our High School Library from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm. Please consider joining me and sharing what's on your mind. The goal of the Listening Hour is to share perspectives on school issues and to consider our opportunities and challenges. At 7:00 pm, our Board of Education meeting will begin…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: This Friday, October 4, 2019, our three schools will hold their Early Dismissal Evacuation Drill as required by the New York State Education Department.  Each school will dismiss 15 minutes earlier than their regular dismissal time. Dismissal times for tomorrow: High School: 2:25 PM Middle School:  2:25 PM Elementary School: 3:05 PM Please make arrangements to accommodate for the early…

Dear Families:

Please help us with some “Back To School” record-keeping and please mark your calendars with upcoming dates. Below you will find links to our media release form, our KI (Potassium Iodide) release form (as recommended by the NY State Education Department and NY State Department of Health) and communications regarding our school meal program. Please…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

As the fond memories of summer days spent with family and friends fade away, our schools are moving full speed ahead.  Our hallways are once again filled with the smiling faces of staff and students. Classrooms are full of inquisitive minds eager to learn, and teachers are exploring new ways to…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

As the end of summer draws near, our schools are busy preparing for the opening of schools.  When students and staff return in a few short days, they will see buildings in pristine condition, enjoy exciting enhancements to our grounds, and experience infrastructure upgrades that will enhance our safety and security…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

I am pleased to announce that after an extensive interview process that began with over 125 applicants, we anticipate the appointment of Matthew Mello as the next Assistant Principal of Putnam Valley High School during our Board of Education Meeting on August 22.  Mr. Mello will be assuming the position vacated…