
MWMS seventh grade students Felix Fazekas and Maxtan Manuelpillai earned a gold medal in the Metric Mastery division at this year’s New York State Science Olympiad. Coached by MS Science teacher Mr. Amanatides, these first time competitors were excited to take part in this STEM competition! Besides Crusader purple, GOLD is the next best color to wear! Congratulations, team! 🥇


Are you ready for a night of drama, laughter and incredible performances?
Stop by Monroe-Woodbury Middle School on Friday, March 7, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 8, at 2 p.m. as the MWMS Drama Club presents “Honk! Jr.” For tickets visit https://cur8.com/projects/mwmsdramaclub Admission: $10 for adults and $7 for children and senior citizens. 🐤❤️




Looking for a flexible schedule, benefits, and a supportive team? Drive a bus for Monroe-Woodbury! We’re hiring both permanent and substitute drivers.
Join us for our next Test Drive a School Bus event on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to noon at Central Valley Elementary, 45 Route 32, Central Valley.
Our trained staff will guide you through the process as you get behind the wheel of a school bus in a supervised, hands-on experience right in the Central Valley Elementary parking lot.
Participants must have a valid driver’s license.
To reserve your spot, contact Kathy in the Monroe-Woodbury Transportation Department at 845-460-6010, ext. 6025, or email kmartin@mw.k12.ny.us.
Know someone who might be interested? Bring a friend! Job applications will be available after the demonstration.
Your future is waiting—start the journey today!


The MWHS Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter will be hosting its annual blood drive on Friday, March 14. We're just 62 donations away from reaching a milestone of 5,000 donations through our drives. Since each pint can save 3 lives, our Crusaders have already helped save over 15,000 lives! We're aiming to hit the 5,000 mark during this spring drive. Join us and help make a difference! 🙏


Act now! The March 5 deadline for the Monroe-Woodbury Music Boosters Scholarship program quickly approaches. This program rewards select students in grades 4-12 who demonstrate outstanding musicianship and success in their dedication to music. Visit the district website www.mw.k12.ny.us for more information. Good luck!


Rise and shine, it’s breakfast time! From March 3-5, we celebrate National School Breakfast Week. Stop by your cafeteria and grab a healthy breakfast. Pick up a bowl of cereal, fruit or yummy breakfast pizza and start your day the right way!🍎🥣🧃


Happy Friyay! Fun-shine, sunshine! Today’s forecast calls for OUTDOOR RECESS! Enjoy the warmer weather and have a great weekend, Crusaders! ☀️🏃🏼♀️😊





The computer club at CVE is the place to be! Led by Mr. Krill, fourth and fifth graders learn all about the different roles involved in producing a short video. Students are grouped together to develop scripts for commercials, prepare weather reports and perform mock interviews with their peers. These young Crusaders are embracing this incredible opportunity with great enthusiasm!🎥🎤🎬





TEXTLESS, Live More was a pledge made by MWHS students during the SADD and State Farm Traffic Safety Challenge. SADD President Payton Gold and VP Sienna Feeley met with peers to discuss the importance of driver and passenger safety. The theme, Drive Safe. Someone loves you, encourages students to put away their phones before they step behind the wheel. Great advice for everyone on the road!



MWMS is so proud to celebrate the newest Purple Pride Award recipients! This award recognizes that these students are doing the right thing, inside and outside of the classroom, and serve as role models for their fellow students. Great job!


The saying goes, breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Our newest “Crusader Cause for Applause” recipient is Dawn Ricaurte, Cook Manager at MWMS. Described as a hands-on leader who makes her students and staff feel valued, Mrs. Ricaurte has proudly served meals to students in M-W for the past 18 years. There were plenty of hugs and happy tears during this celebration as colleagues celebrated Mrs. Ricaurte’s dedication to ensuring all students she serves have nutritious meals every day. Thank you! 🤩






Happy Friyay! A book can always inspire a new adventure! Ms. Caprara and Mrs. Stevens' Kindergarten class at Sapphire Elementary was treated to a special mystery reader today, Superintendent Tracy Norman. Dr. Norman read, “All the Things You Will Do!” This beautifully illustrated book is filled with hope and encourages readers to believe they can be anything they want to be when they grow up. Each day is a fresh start for a new beginning! Have a great weekend, Crusaders!



At the February 19 Board of Education meeting, 8th grade twins Hailee and Madison Lendor were recognized for their incredible act of kindness toward a neighbor in need. The twins, with help from family, friends and neighbors, baked and sold 126 dozen cookies to raise money for a displaced family. Now that's the heart of a Crusader!


If you want honest feedback, ask a first grader. MWHS students in Ms. Rivelli’s English class visited Sapphire Elementary and read children’s picture books they had authored and illustrated themselves. Tiny faces hung on every word as the HS students bravely asked the first graders their opinions. Interactions such as this between our youngest Crusaders and high school students will always be a cherished tradition at M-W! 📖💜





The MWHS Kids Changing the World Club (KCW), along with elementary schools throughout the district, made heartfelt Valentine’s Day cards for seniors in long-term care facilities and several veteran organizations throughout Orange County. These handmade cards and decorations, part of outreach initiatives led by Senator James Skoufis and Congressman Pat Ryan, were distributed just in time to spread kindness for Valentine’s Day!


MWHS students Lucas Traina and Lea Quinn were among the winners at the recent SkillsUSA Area 4 Orange-Ulster BOCES competition. Traina earned a bronze medal in carpentry and Quinn won a gold medal in esthetics. Great job, Crusaders!


Congratulations to eighth grader Gigi Sullivan, otherwise known as Boys Wrestling Division 1 Section IX Champion! Way to go, Gigi!💪⭐️👏

Due to the forecast for snow and icy weather conditions this weekend, all Monroe-Woodbury buildings will be closed for use as of Noon on Saturday, February 15, through Monday, February 17. Buildings will reopen on Tuesday, February 18, with the start of the school week. Stay safe and warm, Crusaders.


Hey, Crusaders! What’s better than a three-day weekend? A three-day weekend that starts with these young musicians filling the hallways of North Main with beautiful melodies on this cold winter day. Happy Friyay! See everyone on Tuesday!


Reminder: All Monroe-Woodbury schools and offices are closed on Monday, February 17 in honor of Presidents Day. See everyone on Tuesday!
