Dear Putnam Valley Community,
As we conclude another successful school year, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to our students, families, staff, and the entire Putnam Valley community for your engagement, feedback, and unwavering support. Together, we have made this a year defined by growth, achievement, and opportunity.
Resiliency is one of our district’s core values and a central focus of our work. Throughout the year, we witnessed countless examples of resilience in action. Whether in the classroom, on the stage, on the athletic field, or as we came together in the face of a tragic loss within our school community, our students, staff, and families demonstrated remarkable strength, compassion, and determination. Their ability to support one another and persevere through challenges reflects the very best of Putnam Valley.
Over the past several days, I have had the privilege of celebrating important milestones with the graduating Class of 2026, as well as our fourth- and eighth-grade students. These ceremonies serve as a reminder that every student contributes to making our schools a place where learners feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow. We are proud of the inclusive programs, dedicated educators, and innovative learning environments that create opportunities for all students to thrive.
As we look ahead to the summer months, I encourage our students to explore new interests, stay curious, spend time with family and friends, and take the opportunity to recharge. While students enjoy a well-deserved break, our staff will be hard at work preparing for the year ahead as we continue our commitment to the district’s core values of Community, Opportunity, Resiliency, and Empowerment.
Facilities Update
Construction related to the voter-approved capital improvement project will begin this summer, with the majority of the work taking place on the Middle School/High School campus.
Work is expected to begin next week on the replacement of parking lot retaining walls, drainage systems, sidewalks, and pavement, along with the flat roof replacement at Putnam Valley High School. Due to the scope of this work, access to the Middle School/High School campus will be restricted to authorized personnel and scheduled summer programs. For those programs, participant drop-off and pick-up will occur at the bottom of the campus driveway.
At Putnam Valley Elementary School, exterior work will include the drilling of new geothermal wells and the installation of a new playground behind the fourth-grade wing. Once construction begins, both the top field and back field at the Elementary School campus will be closed.
All district summer programs will continue as scheduled and will be relocated to the Elementary School campus. The Putnam Valley Day Camp will also use the Elementary School campus for student drop-off and pick-up throughout the summer. These improvements represent an important investment in our schools and will enhance our facilities for years to come.
Thank you for being an essential part of this incredible community. Your support, partnership, and commitment to our schools make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.
I wish you and your family a safe, enjoyable, and restful summer.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jeremy Luft
Superintendent of Schools
Our celebration photos will be posted on our Facebook page