Category: Superintendent’s Messages

Good afternoon,

I’m writing to update the community regarding an incident that occurred yesterday afternoon in the Wellness Center.  As students were preparing to begin their athletic practices, a student experienced a severe medical emergency.  Several students were present and witnessed this student in distress.

We are thankful that our students acted quickly in…

Dear Putnam Valley Community,

At last Thursday’s Board of Education meeting, we officially marked the beginning of our annual budget development season. The January 8 presentation serves as an initial preview of the budget development process, and a recording of the meeting is available on our website. Click here.

Each year,…

Dear Putnam Valley Community, The holiday season is the perfect time to reflect on how grateful I am to work alongside the incredible educators and staff who serve our outstanding students. It is truly an honor to be part of this district and to celebrate the amazing work that happens here every day. The dedication, care,…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: Please find an electronic copy of our most recent newsletter linked below and on our website here. We hope a hard copy has reached your home mailbox over the past few days. To ensure that school district mailings like this reach every mailbox within the Putnam Valley School District…

Dear Putnam Valley Community, It has been a wonderful start to the school year, and I am deeply grateful for our dedicated staff, supportive families, and outstanding students. At recent Board of Education meetings, we heard reports from each of our schools—the Elementary, Middle, and High School—and it is clear that meaningful learning and engagement are happening…

Dear Putnam Valley Central School Community,

I am writing to inform you of an incident that occurred today involving one of our elementary students. Earlier in the day, school staff were made aware that a student was in possession of a toy gun on school grounds.

Thanks to the swift actions of our staff…

October 9, 2025

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, October 10, 2025, all 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 its regular dismissal time. Please make arrangements to accommodate the early arrival…