Category: Superintendent’s Messages

Dear Community Members:

Following an in-depth hiring process, including the diligence of an 18 member interview committee representing all stakeholders, I want to inform the community that I am recommending that Dr. Jeremy Luft be appointed by the Board of Education to the position of Director of Learning and Innovative Educational Opportunities…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: 

Even if you did not see the Putnam Valley High School musical this year, you must have felt the exuberance from our Performing Arts Center this weekend. Billy Elliot was a brilliant star that illuminated hearts and minds with the joy of youth expressing its inner vibrancy of spirit. "All we…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

 The Board of Education recently approved the District’s proposed energy performance contract (EPC) to promote energy savings and reduced reliance on fossil fuels. As you know, Putnam Valley High School and Putnam Valley Middle School are both served by geothermal systems which eliminate the use of oil…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: 

I  want to urge our community and staff to attend Billy Elliot, this year's musical!  Opening this weekend in Putnam Valley, you will be moved and inspired by this remarkable and meaningful play. Beyond entertainment, Billy Elliot conveys the joy of self-fulfillment and the love expressed by a…

Dear Putnam Valley Parents/Guardians:

Once again, I am writing to you to ask that you support our teachers and administrators in providing the instructional foundation and environment that supports student learning and achievement as creative and critical thinkers, readers and writers.

We are hoping that all students participate in the State…

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

Last night, fourth grade student scientists displayed their knowledge and passion for science through their unique experiments. A special aspect of this program is the participation of the Putnam Valley High School Science Honor Society who assist the young ones with their projects. It is wonderful to…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: 

Due to the extreme weather and the loss of regular school days (three and a half over the last five), I have determined that the early dismissal staff development day scheduled for tomorrow must be cancelled.  In the best interest of students, we must have a full day of school. 

All…