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Valley Central School District Reunion Draws Attendees From Across The Country

Seven hours: That’s how long Mary Lynne (Pepe) Allen and her husband Tom Allen recently drove to attend a multi-generational school reunion in Maybrook, New York. Holding a very special place in her heart, the Maybrook School was Mary Lynne’s alma mater from kindergarten in 1950 to seventh grade in 1957, and the long drive …

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In Service of our Country: East Coldenham Event Teaches Patriotism and Honors Veterans

“What does it mean to be a patriot?” Members of the American Legion, Town of Wallkill Post #1181, asked a group of fourth graders at East Coldenham Elementary this and other thought-provoking questions during their presentation on Nov. 15. The post-Veterans’ Day celebration began with students introducing their family members who have served or still …

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PBIS: Cultivating a Caring Community at Walden Elementary School

“It takes a village to raise a child.” Schools have long been considered as part of a child’s village or community. For the past seven years, Walden Elementary School has been utilizing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to cultivate a caring school community where every person contributes to student engagement and success. PBIS is …

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VCMS Announces HS Transition Information For 8th Grade Families

Dear VCMS 8th Grade Families and Students,  We know that just hearing the words high school can generate feelings of excitement and also apprehension for both families and students. Our goal at Valley Central Middle School over the next few months is to provide the resources and information that will ease the transition and address …

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VCMS Announces 8th Grade Field Trip to Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park

The VCMS 8th Grade Field trip to Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park will take place on June 5, 2025. The students should arrive at school at the regular time. They will go to the side parking lot where the buses will pull in. Students will leave school by 8:30 a.m. and leave Lake Compounce around 4 p.m.  …

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VCHS Senior Amelia K. Selected to Play at NYSSMA

It is with pride, joy and excitement that Valley Central School District celebrates VCHS senior and trumpet player, Amelia K, on being selected to represent our district at the 88th Annual NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) All-State Convention in Rochester, NY Dec. 5th-8th.  Thousands of musicians auditioned for his honor last spring at …

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Valley Central Congratulates 2024-2025 Q1 VCMS Honor Roll Students

Valley Central School District congratulates all the VCMS students whose grade point average qualified them to be listed on the honor roll. We are proud of their academic achievement. Please join us in congratulating the following students: 1st Quarter Honor Roll –  2024-2025   6 Grade:  Brian Abreu Zorrilla, Xiarah Acosta, Rayen Aldebot, Sebastian Andidero, Alyssa …

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Valley Central Congratulates 2024-2025 Q1 VCHS Honor Roll Students

Valley Central School District congratulates all the VCHS students whose grade point average qualified them to be listed on the honor roll. We are proud of their academic achievement. Please join us in congratulating the following students: 1st Quarter Honor Roll 2024-2025 9th Grade Mutahar Alshabibi, Annalia Antonetty, Elvin Baez Reyes, Aiden Bagrosky, Bianca Baringer, …

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VCSD Congratulates Mr. Gunther on Being Accepted into the NYS Master Teacher Program

On Oct. 31, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the selection of 144 STEM teachers for the New York State Master Teacher Program, a professional network of more than 1,700 public-school teachers with a passion for inspiring the next generation of educational leaders. Valley Central Middle School science teacher Mr. William Gunther was among the 144 teachers …

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