The Importance of Engaging Children Over the Summer Months

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 …

HS Pep Band

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. 

Class of 2023 – It’s Time for Senior Portraits!

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 …

Schedule Senior Portraits for Class of 2023

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 …

Our Hearts Are Saddened

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 …

Please Talk with Your Teenager About Vaping

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 …

It’s Time for SENIOR QUOTES!

eniors, the time has come to submit your SENIOR QUOTES! Use the Google Form linked below to leave your written legacy behind in this year’s Viking Log. Quotes are due Friday, January 28th! Email Ms. Kelleher at joette.kelleher@vcsdny.org with questions.  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTxOhIUG3taV_aAzFZhaEhoQPmRMBPpDemgm8F3yvQPH1Hzg/viewform?usp=sf_link Senior Quotes 2022: Google Form