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 …
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 …
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 Including Extracurricular Clubs & Post-session: …
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. …
Kindergarten 4 large Elmer’s disappearing purple glue sticks 6 small Elmer’s disappearing purple glue sticks 1 Box of Thick Ticonderoga Pencils 1 10 PACK of Crayola BASIC COLOR ONLY markers (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, black, brown, pink) NO sparkle, thin, neon or scented markers…thank you! 2 packs of 8 COUNT ONLY CRAYOLA BASIC …
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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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