School safety is a top concern for parents around the country as we recover from not only another tragic school shooting, but a string of senseless mass shootings around our country. At Valley Central, a recent threat made by an elementary student has brought the discussion of school safety to the forefront. Interim …
Suggested Summer Reading Lists are now available. Click here for the list of High School Summer Reading Suggestions Click here for the list of Middle School Summer Reading Suggestions Click here for the list of Elementary Summer Reading Suggestions
For the third year in a row the Valley Central School District will be providing basic school supplies for all students. The source of funding was unspent supply money from last school year. We are sensitive to the continued difficulties that many of our District residents are encountering with rising costs due to inflation and …
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Continuing to provide students with engaging activities and opportunities to practice skills is of great importance during the summer months. Summer learning has a real impact on both academic and social-emotional development. It provides structure to children’s summer experiences, making it more likely that they’ll stay engaged and focused. It also keeps their academic skills …
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The VCHS Pep Band has closed out the school year with so many great events. This Spring they performed for Wallkill’s Saint Patrick Day Parade, Walden’s Memorial Day Parade, and Flag Day Ceremony, and finished off with Wallkill’s Firemen Parade this past Saturday. View the Facebook album here of the Pep Band.
Posted onMay 22, 2022 SCHEDULE APPOINTMENTS FOR CLASS OF 2023 SENIOR PORTRAITS Senior Portraits – Class of 2023 The following dates are available for scheduling: Monday, June 13th-Friday, June 17th (2pm-7pm), Tuesday, June 21st-Thursday, June 23rd (2pm-7pm), and Friday, June 24th (4pm-7pm). Photo sessions will be held in the Auditorium. Call Legacy Studios (716-512-6336) or go the …
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Senior Portraits – Class of 2023 Due to the anticipated construction at the high school over the summer, Legacy Studios will be holding senior portraits THIS SPRING FOR NEXT YEAR’S SENIOR CLASS. The photographers will also be returning in the fall, as well. Please be mindful of these guidelines when scheduling your appointment: Photographers will ensure a …
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A Letter from Superintendent John Xanthis to the Valley Central Community: May 25, 2022 Dear Valley Central Community, It is with deep sadness that I write to you today regarding the tragic incident that occurred yesterday in a Texas elementary school. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those who have been irreparably …
Work has begun on our Capital Project Reconfiguration of the HS/MS Bus lanes/parking with tree removal so please use extra caution while in and around the HS/MS campus as the contractor works. Brad Conklin, School Business Official, reported on the tree removal at the February 14, 2022 Board of Education meeting. Mr. Conklin reported that …
Schools and healthcare professionals have seen significant increases in the use of vaping amongst teens. Exposure to these chemicals is increasingly becoming more dangerous. Parents and educators must continually educate themselves on the risks associated with these behaviors. Resources are available at the school, at the county, and at the national level. Please take time …
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