Category: Superintendent’s Messages
Msg. from Dr. Luft – September 13, 2023
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
I am aware there is some discussion in the community regarding the approval or disapproval of student parking space designs, specifically as it relates to the painting of a "Thin Blue Line Flag." For the benefit of the larger community, I would like to clarify that asking a student to…
Welcome Back! A message from Dr. Luft
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Summer has been very busy at the Putnam Valley School District. Thanks to the dedicated work of our custodial staff, our buildings have been transformed back to their pristine conditions as numerous summer projects are wrapping up. At the Elementary School, we have completed the creation of a new outdoor learning…
End of Year Message from Dr. Luft – Congratulations to all!
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
We have been enjoying the celebrations of moving-up ceremonies and watching the PVHS Class of 2023 receive their diplomas. We are so very proud of our students, their eagerness to learn and grow, their resilience in the face of challenges, and their many accomplishments over the course of this school…
Congratulations PVES Teacher Meaghan Boyle!
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
This morning in Albany, at a meeting of the New York State Board of Regents, our elementary school teacher Ms. Meaghan Boyle received the 2023 Better Beginnings Award.
The award, sponsored by the New York State Board of Regents, honors the life and career of Helen Bach Moss,…
Msg. from Dr. Luft – Air Quality Update – Normal outdoor activities on Friday
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
The air quality index for our area has returned to "moderate" and is expected to remain at that level tomorrow. We will plan to resume normal outdoor activities while continuing to monitor air quality reports. If there are any changes we will let you know as soon as possible.
Thank you,
Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of…
Msg. from Dr. Luft: Air Quality due to Canada wild fires
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
As a result of the wildfires in Canada affecting our area, the Putnam Valley School District continues to closely monitor the air quality information available. We have been in communication with our school physician and last evening made the decision to move all outside activities inside for the day.
We…
PVCSD: Invite to participate in Facilities Committee – 6/1 Meeting
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
We need your participation!
The Putnam Valley School District has established a Facilities Planning Committee to assist the Board of Education in reviewing our current academic and extracurricular spaces, the safety and security of our facilities, and all underlying infrastructure. The committee will work with district staff, architects, and engineers…