The VCHS House Model (Google Slides Presentation)
Presentation given at the January 19, 2021 BOE Meeting on the Co-Principal House Model
Welcome Back Valley Central!
Valley Central returns to our hybrid instructional plan on Tuesday, January 19th. Our teachers, administrators and staff have been working very hard to make this happen and we could not be more appreciative of their efforts. If your child is a 100% online student, they will continue with that model. If your child is a …
In Response to Orange County Transit’s False Allegations
In last week’s “Wallkill Valley Times”, Orange County Transit alleged that Valley Central School District is in receipt of a $563,686.00 distribution from NYS under Congress’ passage of the CARES Act and asks, “Where’s the money going?” Unfortunately Orange County Transit misunderstands how the CARES Act works. Funds under this statue are needed for educational …
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WES Staff Honors Memory of Annette Bittner
One year ago on November 25, 2019, Walden Elementary and our VC Family experienced the unexpected loss of beloved secretary, Annette “Nettie” Bittner. To honor her, the WES Staff wore yellow and pledged to perform random acts of kindness in her memory. Here is the staff photo from November 24, 2020 (they were masked and …
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Community and Staff Invited to Apply for the Racial and Social Equity Committee
Applications are being accepted for the District’s Racial and Social Equity Committee through November 30th. The application period is over and not collecting responses. Loading… This is an advisory committee established by the Board of Education with the goal to drive accountability for our schools with respect to the fair and inclusive treatment …
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FAQ’s About VC’s Free Meals for Students
How do I enroll my child in the free meals program? No enrollment needed. All children are free from the age of 2 -18, for both breakfast and lunch. My child is hybrid, how does the program work when they are in school? Elementary school teachers will still take your child’s order and the kitchen will prepare …
Letter to Town of Montgomery Industrial Development Agency
Letter to the Town of Montgomery IDA from Superintendent John Xanthis – October 13, 2020 (Town of Montgomery accounts for about 80% of Valley Central residents) VIA EMAIL: Mr. Jeffrey Crist Chairman of the Town of Montgomery IDA Town of Montgomery Industrial Development Agency 110 Bracken Road Montgomery, New York 12549 Re: Proposed Amendment to …
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Report on the Racial Equity Ad Hoc Committee
The following was reported to public at the Board of Education meeting on October 13, 2020 by Assistant Superintendent, Marianne Serratore on the work of the Racial Equity Committee and the direction in which the District will be moving. “We are aware there are some residents who believe that Valley Central is not doing enough …
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Regarding VC Dress Code and Hate Speech
Valley Central School District has put out a message to share information related to students and the community reaching out about a dress code issue and also to update everyone on the changes to the dress code that have been made. Specifically, the message related to a shirt that was worn by a student that …
School Grounds Closed to Public During the School Day
As always, all of our school grounds are closed to the public during the school day for the safety of our students. Please refrain from coming on the grounds while school is in session, especially to use the track and tennis court. After hours, the track and tennis court will remain open as long as …
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