Category: Superintendent’s Messages

Dear Putnam Valley Community:

Based on my recommendation and the recommendation of the High School Principal, Ms. Intrieri, the Board of Education appointed Christopher O’Connor as the Putnam Valley High School Assistant Principal at last night's Board Meeting.

After a comprehensive hiring process, including review of 170 resumes and screening of…

Dear Faculty, Students, Staff and Community:

We have all had a long stretch without a break, and by now we are all looking forward to some sun and family time.  The Memorial Day weekend presents an opportunity for exuberance and reflection, and a chance to recharge for the last month of school.…

Dear Putnam Valley Staff and Community:

Last evening, after a substantive hiring process including an interview by representatives of staff, parents and a Board representative, the Board of Education appointed Mr. Travis McCarty as Putnam Valley Middle School assistant principal. This appointment followed a successful semester-long immersion as interim assistant principal.  Mr.…

Dear Putnam Valley Community: 

Last evening, at its regular meeting, the Board of Education acted on the resignation of Ryan Odell from his position as Assistant Principal of Putnam Valley High School. Mr. Odell will return to his position as a beloved Music teacher and Band Director. He was appointed as Assistant…

Dear Parents and Community Members:

New York State requires school districts to evaluate their water sources annually between June and September. Our results have been at the “standard” level.  With recent news coverage of elevated lead levels in schools, the District has started its own, more extensive investigation of the water in…

Dear Putnam Valley Parents and Caregivers:

Over the past few weeks, based on disciplinary incidents that have come to my attention, I have become aware of an increase in the possession and use of marijuana by high school students.  We are also conscious of the significant regional and national concern about the…

Dear Parents:

The Putnam Communities That Care (CTC) Coalition is conducting the Prevention Needs Assessment (PNA) Survey on beginning April 27. Your child’s class had been selected to participate in this survey.  The PNA survey measures alcohol, tobacco, and drug use; the factors that place students at risk for problem…