Msg. from Dr. Luft – COVID Notification 11-25-20
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
This afternoon, the District was notified that an individual at Putnam Valley Middle School has tested positive for COVID-19. As required by law, we must maintain this person’s confidentiality, which prevents us from further identifying the individual.
We are working collaboratively with the Putnam County Department of Health to identify any students or staff members who may have been exposed. Students who ...
Thanksgiving Message from Dr. Luft
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
I really wish that this message was not marred by the fact that we had another positive case at the Elementary School that resulted in an early dismissal, but I guess that speaks to the struggle that we are enduring each day. I am hopeful today’s events will not take away from the message of positivity and appreciation that is linked below.
It ...
Weekly Word – November 22, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
Thank you so much for your participation in our Parent/Teacher conferences this past week. Although these are unique times, our goal at PVES is to continue with targeted consistent instruction, supporting our students emotionally and academically throughout the year. This communication between home and school is vital to this work. Please review the 1st Quarter Progress Report with your child, focusing on motivation and ...
Weekly Update-11/20/20- Schools Open Monday
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Thank you for your flexibility in quickly transitioning to remote only instruction over the past few days. I know that this causes considerable challenges for families. Our school community should feel very proud of their efforts and accomplishments over the last several weeks.
Looking forward, there continues to be a great deal of uncertainty related to both our short and long-term instructional plans. ...
Inside Putnam Valley – Episode 50
In this episode of Inside Putnam Valley, host Eric Gross and Superintendent of Schools Jeremy Luft discuss the school year so far, plans for winter sports, what a “yellow zone” destination for Putnam County would mean for schools and the importance of social distancing and not holding large gatherings.
...Update: All PV Schools Remote Only-Tomorrow, Friday 11/20/20
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
As we were finalizing our contact tracing associated with yesterday’s positive case in the transportation department, we were notified that two high school students have tested positive and another member of the transportation department is pending test results. As a result of these new cases, all schools will remain in remote only status tomorrow, Friday, November 20.
We are working collaboratively with ...
PV Schools REMOTE ONLY Tomorrow, Thursday 11/19/20
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
We were notified this evening that an employee of the school district’s contracted bus company has tested positive for the COVID virus. After speaking with the Department of Health, we have determined that all schools must operate in remote only status tomorrow, Thursday, November 19, to provide the district time to identify any potential contacts of the positive individual. An update will ...
PVHS Update 11/13/20
Dear Putnam Valley Families,
It’s been exactly seven months since we started online learning March 13th of last year. Thankfully, the warm weather this fall has provided our teachers and students with many opportunities to go outside and enjoy the fresh air during the school day. We are hoping the temperatures will continue to be warm and give us the flexibility we need during this time of social ...
Msg. from Dr. Luft – Microcluster information/Putnam County
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
I am so proud of what the students, staff, and families have been able to accomplish these last several weeks. Our students are resilient, our staff is dedicated and I am grateful for the “normal” moments we are sharing as an educational community. If you can find the time, I would encourage you to watch last Thursday’s Board of Education meeting to learn how ...
Weekly Word – November 15, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
I hope that you are all enjoying the weekend, and that you and your loved ones are safe and healthy! We are all hearing of rising virus numbers in our county and state, and this is concerning to all of us. Our school district will be communicating clearly and openly with you if our school schedule and instructional plan will be affected by health ...
Board of Education Meeting Thursday 11/12/20 -7pm Live Stream @pvcsd.org
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
The Putnam Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold their regularly scheduled meeting, Thursday, November 12, at 7:00 pm in the High School Performing Arts Center. The meeting will open with a Public Hearing to receive comments on updates to the Code Of Conduct https://pvcsd.org/index.php/district/revised-code-of-conduct/. Any community member wishing to attend in person will be required to wear a mask and fill out a health questionnaire. Members of ...
Msg. from Dr. Luft – COVID Notice – No Tracing Needed
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
We were notified late last evening that a student at Putnam Valley Middle School tested positive for the COVID virus. After speaking with the Department of Health, we were able to determine that contact tracing will not impact students or staff at PVMS.
Yesterday was obviously a tough day for both Putnam Valley and Putnam County. While the district was notified of ...
November 10, 2020
Dear PVHS Parents, Guardians, and Students,
Thank you for your patience as we partner together to make hybrid learning successful for students. Our entire staff is working hard to provide the best possible experience for students during these unprecedented and challenging times.
On Wednesday, November 11th, our schools, and offices are closed to commemorate Veterans Day to recognize all those who have served our nation in war ...
Msg. fro Dr. Luft – COVID Notification – No Tracing Needed
November 9, 2020
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
Today, the District was notified that two individuals within the District have tested positive for COVID-19. The first case involves a student from Putnam Valley Middle School who tested positive. The student has not been in attendance at Putnam Valley Middle School since October 30 and was not symptomatic when last present in the building. While the Department ...
11/6/20 Msg. from Dr. Luft
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Please enjoy this beautiful weekend and take a few minutes to read the following updates:
Remote Only Learners: The Putnam Valley School District will be sharing a new survey with those families who are currently participating in remote only instruction requesting those families to make a commitment to a learning model (remote or in-person) for the next few months. There will be another ...
November 2020
Dear PVMS Families,
The month of November is always a time to be thankful for all that we have and to be thoughtful and empathetic with the way we approach any situation. Last week we recognized Red Ribbon Week by watching a 53 minute video on Ryan’s Story. We hope that you can have conversations with your children around the impact words can have on anyone’s life. ...
Weekly Word – October 30, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
We are having a festive day here at PVES, with lots of orange, black, and purple clothing! Our students bring the joy to every day, and although Halloween is a bit different this year, we are having a healthy and happy day here. Thank you all for your support and cooperation with all we are doing in the best interests of the children!
The ...
Msg. from Dr. Luft – COVID Notice – No Tracing Needed
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
Today, the District was notified that an individual has tested positive for COVID-19. We are working with the Putnam County Department of Health who has determined through case investigation that the individual was not infectious when last in the building and there is no need to conduct contact tracing. The individual has not been in attendance at Putnam Valley High School since ...
Msg. From Dr. Luft – COVID Notice
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
Today, the District was notified that a student has tested positive for COVID-19. This student was last in attendance at Putnam Valley Elementary School on Friday, October 16. Due to the date of symptom onset, we anticipate the Department of Health will still conduct their contact tracing back to the date when the student was last in school. As required by law, ...
Weekly Word – October 23, 2020
Dear PVES,
As we head into the last week of October, we continue to be amazed at the wonderful teaching and learning that is going on in our school each and every day. Thank you again to our supportive parents, our dedicated faculty, and to our incredible PVES students who are making our school year so successful. We are off to such a great start to this ...
Board of Education Meeting Thursday 10/22/20 -7pm Live Stream @pvcsd.org
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
The Putnam Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold their regularly scheduled meeting, Thursday, October 22, at 7:00 pm in the High School Performing Arts Center. Any community member wishing to attend in person will be required to wear a mask and fill out a health questionnaire. Members of the public may also participate by clicking the live link on the school’s website, pvcsd.org. Members of the ...
Weekly Word – October 17, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
We have completed our sixth wonderful and productive week at PVES, and another beautiful fall weekend is here for us to enjoy! Our students continue to amaze us with their adaptability and their renewed focus on school life and learning. Thank you for all you are doing to keep your children organized, engaged in learning, and healthy. We are so proud!
Thank you to ...
Notification from Dr. Luft – COVID-19
October 15, 2020
Dear Putnam Valley School Community,
Today, the District was notified that an individual has tested positive for COVID-19 and was in attendance at Putnam Valley High School earlier this week. As required by law, we must maintain this person’s confidentiality, which prevents us from further identifying the individual.
We are working collaboratively with the Putnam County Department of Health to identify any staff members ...
Reminder – Student Health Screening Must Be Completed
Dear Putnam Valley Parents and Guardians:
Thank you all for your partnership as we continually work to keep our students and staff healthy.
Please remember to complete the home health screening form each day your child is scheduled to be in our school buildings.
To best assist our buildings and to avoid reminder phone calls and emails, here are a few tips for success:
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Please ...
Weekly Word – October 2, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
As we wrap up our fourth week of school, I want to thank you all for your cooperation and support of all we are doing to keep your children learning, growing, and striving for their learning goals. Our PVES students are certainly amazing us every day, and on this busy blue and white PV Pride Day, we are feeling immense school pride. Thank you ...
October 2020
October 2020
Dear PVMS Families,
Autumn is upon us as we are finally getting a little rain, temperatures are changing, and leaves are falling. Our Back to School Nights were a success and we hope you were able to get an idea of your child’s year ahead. If you would like to schedule a meeting with your child’s teachers, please contact team leaders to set up a ...
Weekly Word – September 28, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
I hope you are enjoying the three-day weekend, and we are thinking of all of you who are celebrating Yom Kippur. At PVES, we are all celebrating a very successful month of September, and we are taking all measures to continue our wonderful teaching and learning in a healthy and happy school. Thank you all for keeping in touch with our school office or ...
Board of Education Meeting Thursday 9/24/20 -7pm Live Stream @pvcsd.org
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
The Putnam Valley Central School District Board of Education will hold their regularly scheduled meeting, Thursday, September 24, at 7:00 pm in the High School Library. Any community member wishing to attend in person will be required to wear a mask and fill out a health questionnaire. Members of the public may also participate by clicking the live link on the school’s website, pvcsd.org. Members of the public will ...
September 19, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
Happy Saturday! As we continue to settle into this unique school year, I am amazed at the resilience and positivity of our students. Together, they have adjusted to major changes in their learning environment, and they are working cooperatively with our wonderful faculty to make every day a productive and safe day of learning. I am so proud of these PVES children, and I ...
Msg. from Dr. Luft Friday Update – 9/18/20
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
As we reach the end of our second week of instruction, we could not be more impressed by the resiliency of our students. Upon returning to unfamiliar looking classrooms filled with staggered rows of desks, our students have quickly adapted right back into learning. We have mastered the ability to read a student’s emotions through their eyes and it is evident they are ...
Weekly Word – September 12, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
We had a wonderful opening week at PVES, with many smiles and wonderful reunions. I can’t tell you how terrific it was to see your amazing children enter our school building, with so much excitement in the air. Thank you to our incredible staff who worked so hard to make everything run so smoothly and thank you to all of you for having your ...
September 6, 2020
Dear PVES Families,
And the school year begins! It has taken an incredible amount of planning and teamwork (and hope!), but we are finally ready to open schools for our PVES students! This is so exciting, and our staff can’t wait to welcome both our in-school learners and our distance/remote learners to their learning communities this week! As you know, we are following a special opening schedule ...
Inside Putnam Valley – Episode 49
In this episode of Inside Putnam Valley, host Eric Gross and Superintendent of Schools Jeremy Luft discuss the reopening plans for the schools and how the district has prepared for the new school year.
...Reopening Update 9/4/20
Dear Putnam Valley Community:
Our schools are ready to open and we are anxiously awaiting the return of our students. As we welcome our students back into our classrooms, we recognize that their educational experience will be different from years past. Nobody knows exactly how productive the blend of in-person and remote learners in each classroom will function or how efficiently our split sections will operate, but ...
September 2020
Dear PVMS Families,
We are excited to see our staff members back in their classrooms and preparing for the upcoming school year while working with technology, and collaborating with colleagues. Our 5th graders visited school for orientation and although they came in socially distanced and wearing their masks, they smiled with their eyes and their hearts, and their minds were filled with curiosity and excitement. It was ...
