Football Game Spectators Please Read Valley Central’s Football Game Procedures

To ensure our games are safe and enjoyable for everyone, all attendees should be aware of the expectations prior to arriving for any games, which will be enforced. Procedures for Valley Central Football Games 1. No backpacks are permitted. If you bring one, you will be asked to return it to your vehicle before being …

Winter Sports Registration Opens Oct. 17 for JV & Varsity and Oct. 24 for Modified

Valley Central School District uses Arbiter Sports (formerly FamilyID) to sign up for sports, including physicals requirement information. Winter Sports Registration Arbiter Registration opens on October 17th for JV and Varsity winter sports registration and closes November 17th and opens October 24th for Modified and closes on November 24th.   Winter Sports Start Dates  JV and …

Important Schedule Changes for Football & Girls Soccer Games (Oct. 9 & 10)

To support the Newburgh Free Academy (NFA) district following a tragic loss, we’ve mutually agreed to modify tonight’s and tomorrow’s game schedules. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we support our neighboring community during this difficult time. Revised Game Schedule JV Boys Football (Oct. 9th): The game scheduled for tonight is postponed and will …

VCHS Art Honor Society Hosts Community Color Run on Oct. 26

The VCHS Art Honor Society welcomes everyone to participate in its 3rd annual Color Run on Oct. 26! The event will take place at Valley Central High School. Wear a white t-shirt or dress up for Halloween and be prepared to get painted with color blasts! Please note: color dust can be a bit messy and there …

Please Read Parking Info for September 18 MS Orientation & HS Football Game

On Thursday, September 18, Valley Central High School and Middle School will host two major events: a Varsity Football Game and the Middle School Open House. Please read this important message regarding expectations for football game attendees from Theresa Uhelsky, Valley Central’s Director of Health, Physical Education, and Athletics. With both events taking place at the same time, …

Cornell Cooperative Extension is Holding Fall Parenting Workshops

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange and Sullivan Counties is rolling out a robust lineup of fall programming designed to support families, caregivers, and educators across the region. These virtual and self-paced offerings aim to strengthen parenting skills, deepen understanding of adolescent development, and foster community collaboration. Upcoming Workshops: Virtual Parenting Series Discipline is Not a …

Meet the Facility Dog, Buddy!

About Buddy HI! My name is Buddy. I am a facility dog who you will see around the school with my handler, Mrs. Benjamin, who is a student assistance counselor. We will be supporting students through group and individual counseling, various events, lessons in the classroom, and on wellness walks. I can’t wait to meet …

Printed District Calendar Contained Errors in December; New Printable December Page Available Online

It has come to our attention that Christmas and New Year’s Eve were listed on the wrong dates in December in the printed calendar that was mailed to everyone who lives in the Valley Central School district. We apologize for the error and are taking additional steps to ensure it doesn’t happen again in the …

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 During Instructional Time:  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. …