Dear Parent/Guardian, Congratulations! Your child was selected to play an instrument in the beginning band this September. In addition to being sent home previously, this letter also includes a list of supplies that your child will need for his/her first lesson in September. It is best to begin looking for an instrument soon. Music shop …
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Valley Central School District announces that there are eight open spots in the Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program for the upcoming school year starting this September. In addition to these current vacancies, the district would like to remind families that UPK applications are accepted throughout the entire year. This flexibility is especially important for families who move into …
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SummerMealsNY.org has two ways to help families with food for kids and teens over the summer. They are: Summer Meals All kids ages 18 and under can get free meals this summer at fun places nearby. No sign up needed—just drop by when meals are served! To find a spot near you, visit SummerMealsNY.org or call 211 …
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Valley Central Families, As the end of the school year approaches, we want to ensure our families are well informed about a few adjustments to the end of year calendar. These changes include scheduled half days. Please review the important dates below so you can plan accordingly and support your child to finish the year …
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This is a reminder that the VCSD budget vote takes place on Tuesday, May 20 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the Valley Central High School gymnasium. To be eligible to vote, you must be a U.S. citizen, a school district resident for at least 30 days, 18 years of age by May 20, …
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For the second year in a row the Valley Central School District has been recognized as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation! VC is being recognized for our work in providing our students with opportunities and access to a quality music education. This national recognition is a community award, and …
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May is National Water Safety Month! Together, let’s increase water safety within our Valley Central community! According to the American Red Cross: “(Drowning) only takes a moment. A child or weak swimmer can drown in the time it takes to reply to a text, check a fishing line or apply sunscreen” Things You Can Do …
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May 2025 Dear Incoming 6th Graders and Families, You are cordially invited to attend the Valley Central Middle School’s annual Night of the Specials on June 3rd from 5:30-7:30PM at the Valley Central Middle School. The evening will include art exhibits, music ensemble performances, CO2 car races, Q & A for incoming families, and physical …
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Please join us on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. for our Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Meeting at the Berea Elementary School! All residents of the Valley Central School District are invited to attend this event to learn about the proposed 2025-26 school budget and the upcoming vote on May 20. We value your voice …
Open swimming is cancelled tonight, Tuesday, May 6 due to staffing conflicts. Open swim will resume Wednesday May 7 at 7:30 p.m.
