Monroe-Woodbury High School

Missed the District Art Show? Enjoy a few photos from opening night! We have such creative Crusaders! 🖼️🎨

Cookie Monster, cupcakes topped with bacon, and even a decadent dessert with a sweet and salty pretzel—all creations of the FACS department’s newest program called “Baking & Pastry Arts” at MWHS!

This new course offers juniors and seniors the opportunity to master technical skills in pastry and cake creation, including the art of flavor pairing and plating. Crusaders also work with fondants, fillings, and frostings.

Through friendly competitions, students showcase their creativity in both food art and taste while consistently impressing their peers, teachers, and judges. The semester ends in a final concept cake creation, a project designed to bridge every technique practiced by students.

This course is truly a chef’s kiss! 🧑🏻‍🍳😘

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MWHS junior Avril Fernanda Urrea Martinez was named a grand prize winner of the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Council's (ADAC) 39th Annual Substance Use Prevention poster/8th Annual Substance Use Prevention essay contest. This year's theme was "Picture Your Future Through a Drug Free Lens." Over 650 students in K-12 grades participated, from 14 districts and 30 schools.

Additionally, Madison Cheemooke, a MWMS 7th grader, was acknowledged with an Honorable Mention in the grade 7-12 category. Congratulations to our hardworking students!👏⭐️📝

REMINDER! The Monroe-Woodbury Annual K-12 District Art Show begins tonight, May 8, at 5:30 p.m.
ADDITIONAL VIEWINGS at MWHS lobby:
Saturday, May 9 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday, May 10 - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

REMINDER: CLASS OF 2026! As the end of the school year quickly approaches, don't forget to complete your Senior Survey. We want to know what you'll be doing when you leave M-W. The countdown is on, Crusaders!🎓🎉💜

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the MWHS Student Government is excited to announce its third annual Color Run to raise awareness for mental health. Scan the QR code to learn more!

Teacher Appreciation week begins today and Monroe-Woodbury is proud to celebrate the remarkable individuals who invest their hearts, time and energy into our community. Beyond academics, our teachers serve as daily mentors, counselors and sources of encouragement for every student. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🤩

In honor of School Meal Hero Day, we want to thank the dedicated teams across all seven M-W schools. Every day, these professionals work tirelessly to prepare and provide nutritious meals for our Crusaders. We truly appreciate everything you do. Thank you for being our “super heroes!” 🦹🏼‍♂️🦸🏻

Hey, M-W! Spring concert season is officially underway! Check out the district’s website at www.mw.k12.ny.us for more information. 🎶🌸

Senior Cameron Brown was part of a three-person team that earned first-place honors and was crowned state champion in Welding Fabrication at the SkillsUSA New York State Conference, held this past weekend in Syracuse. Cameron was joined by teammates Patrick Frawley and Brady Witkoski of Minisink Valley.

The SkillsUSA Welding Fabrication competition requires a team of three students to use their welding and fabrication skills to build a designed project from the provided material. The project is constructed by the competitors based on provided prints.

Congratulations, Cameron, on this amazing accomplishment!⭐️👏🥇

MWHS senior Molly Connolly recently committed to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where she will be a member of the swimming and diving team. A record-breaking diving athlete, Molly has proven herself in the classroom as well as in track and field. Read more about Molly's achievements on the district website: www.mw.k12.ny.us.

Please join the M-W school community as we wish Molly all the best as she pursues her dreams!🌟💪

MWHS has launched the Crusader of the Month initiative, recognizing students who exemplify the 6 core school values (6 C's): Crusader, Creative, Collaborator, Communicator, Citizenship/Community Member, and Compassion/Care.

Congratulations to March's Crusaders of the Month:
9th Grade: Nelson Mendoza Acosta, nominated by Mrs. Rivelli
10th Grade: Elizabeth Herrera, nominated by Mrs. Braselmann
11th Grade: Claudel Pierre-Paul, nominated by Mr. Ferrier
12th Grade: Jaden Gray, nominated by Mr. Gardner

Well done, Crusaders!👏🌟💜

MWHS Business Law students recently visited the Orange County Courthouse in Goshen, where they gained firsthand insight into the daily work of the judicial system. Students observed trials and hearings and participated in an extensive question-and-answer session with Hon. Craig Stephen Brown and Hon. Hyun Chin Kim of the Orange County Supreme and County Court system.

The Business Law elective at MWHS explores how business law impacts individuals in their personal, family, and professional lives. Students develop a practical understanding of and respect for the laws that affect them at home and in the workplace. Topics of study include basic legal principles, civil and criminal law, contracts, consumer protection, insurance, wills and estates, and real and personal property.

Crusaders Elaina Wood and Kyra Gilligan represented Monroe-Woodbury at the 2nd Annual Student-Athlete Leadership Summit at Mount Saint Mary College. They joined student-athletes from over 40 schools across Sections IX and I for a day focused on developing leadership in athletics and beyond.

Throughout the summit, they participated in four sessions: strengthening their inner game with a mindset performance coach; exploring the role of student-athletes as global leaders; engaging in student-athlete leadership and decision-making; and learning how to become “athleaders”—leading with purpose both on and off the field.

We are proud of their commitment to growth and leadership, and we look forward to the positive impact they will bring back to our teams and school community.💜💪

Best of luck to our Special Olympians competing at the Hudson Valley Region - Regional Spring Games at West Point this weekend! Go, Crusaders! 💜🥰👟

Continuing a cherished tradition, seniors on the Varsity Baseball team recently honored the educators at Monroe-Woodbury HS who made the most meaningful impact on their lives. The student-athletes presented these teachers with Crusader baseball keepsakes, a powerful and heartfelt gesture that was met with sincere gratitude. 💜⚾️

Evan Erickson- Mrs. Jeffrey
Braeden Burke- Mr. Lewin
Liam Hayes- Mr. Bulla
Dylan Nematz- Mrs. Allen
Jared Van Tassell- Mrs. Sowka
Jeremy Lai- Mrs. Bates
Justin Velez- Mrs. Spinelli
Asher Fateman- Mr. Alvarado
Evan Espinal- Ms. Alifano
Ryan Lugo- Ms. Rickard

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The highly anticipated Monroe-Woodbury Annual K-12 District Art Show will be held from Friday, May 8, through Sunday, May 10, 2026 at the Monroe-Woodbury High School lobby. The event features amazing artwork from talented Senior Art Major portfolios, many of whom were inspired by their early experiences in elementary and middle school. The show will also feature select projects from students of all grades.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

OPENING RECEPTION - Friday, May 8 - 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

EMPTY BOWLS PROJECT - Friday, May 8 - 5:30 p.m. The “Empty Bowls” project is a favorite part of the Opening Reception. Ceramics students and staff have created a variety of hand-made ceramic bowls for guests to choose from and to keep as a reminder that there are always empty bowls in the world. Guests are asked to make a donation of $10. All proceeds support a local food bank.

ADDITIONAL VIEWINGS at MWHS lobby: Saturday, May 9 - 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and Sunday, May 10 - 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.