Category: Superintendent’s Messages
School closure extended through end of year
Good afternoon,
As many of you may have already heard, Governor Cuomo has closed all schools across New York State for the remainder of the school year. While we understand this decision was made after considering the public health risks associated with reopening, it is still devastating news to many. The Putnam Valley School…
Msg. from Dr. Luft 4/30/20 – Update
Dear Putnam Valley Community.
After each passing day, I try to convince myself that “today” was the last rainy day with temperatures in the low 50’s this spring and that bright sunshine and warmer temperatures are right around the corner. Maybe this is Mother Nature’s way of reminding me why I did not become…
Video recording – Dr. Luft answers questions from parents
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
We were disappointed that we could not hold tonight’s Listening Hour as we intended. We are all more reliant on technology than ever before, and sometimes things don't go as planned. Certainly, there is no substitute for face to face communication; however, we have created a video to answer the…
Virtual Listening Hour Update – Please Read
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
The Virtual Listening Hour scheduled for this evening at 5:45 pm has been modified due to technical difficulties. Unfortunately, we do not have an active link for you to join our virtual meeting.
I will be recording responses to the questions that have been submitted and will share that recording later this evening.…
Listening Hour with Dr. Luft-Wed. 4/29 5:45PM- Please email questions
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Please consider joining me for our first-ever virtual Superintendent's Listening Hour. The meeting will begin at 5:45 pm on Wednesday, April 29. This will be an opportunity for us to share perspectives as we consider our opportunities and challenges.
It would be very helpful if you would consider emailing questions in advance to…
Virtual Listening Hour-Wednesday, April 29-5:45 PM
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Please consider joining me for our first-ever virtual Superintendent's Listening Hour. The meeting will begin at 5:45 pm on Wednesday, April 29. This will be an opportunity for us to share perspectives as we consider our opportunities and challenges.
It would be very helpful if you would consider emailing questions in advance to
4/17/20-School Closure Update
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Today marks the 25th day that schools have been closed. I am aware that it feels like this has already been going on MUCH longer! On Thursday, Governor Cuomo extended the school closures across the state through May 15; however, we are planning for longer.