Category: Middle School News

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 …

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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 …

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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. …

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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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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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