NEW: Updated Students and Personal Electronic Devices/Cell Phones Policy and Procedures Are Available Online

Personal Electronic Devices/Cell Phone Policy Summary To support a focused learning environment, VCSD has updated Policy 5695 to prohibit student use of personal electronic devices during the school day. This includes smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, wireless earbuds, fitness trackers, music players, and similar items. Key Points: No Use On School Grounds: Students are not allowed to …

VCSD to Offer No-Cost Meals to All Students Thanks to State Funding for the 2025/2026 School Year

Dear VCSD Families, We are excited to share that both breakfast and lunch will be provided at no cost to all students in all schools for the 2025-2026 school year. This is being made possible by the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) designation and funding granted to the District by the New York State Education Department. …

Valley Central Congratulates 2024-2025 Q4 MS Honor Roll Students

Congratulations to the following students for achieving honor roll for the fourth quarter of the 2024-25 school year: Grade 6 Honor Roll:  Brian Abreu Zorrilla, Xiarah Acosta, Rayen Aldebot, Sebastian Andidero, Alyssa Antipkin, Addison Antonelli, Nathan Antonucci, Michael Aube, Nyi’el Baggett, Scott Balducci, Ayden Batista, Chelsea Bautista, Scott Beaver, Sebastian Beaver, Shea Becerra, Mia Bohler‑Wragge, …

Parents/Guardians Take Note of these Important Year-End Dates

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 …

Valley Central School District for its Music Education by the NAMM Foundation

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 …

Valley Central’s Extracurricular Activities Create Pathways for Student Engagement and Belonging

Middle school, by design, is a stepping stone—a pathway from one stage of childhood development to another, linking elementary school and high school. Extracurricular clubs throughout Valley Central School District (VCSD), particularly at the middle school level, play an important role in connecting students with their school community. These clubs foster engagement with school activities, …

VCSD Shares Early Swimming Safety Tips During Water Safety Month

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 …