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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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.
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.
The art wing at MWHS is buzzing with activity as our Senior Art Majors work on their portfolio pieces for the upcoming District Art Show! 🖌️✍️🖼️
Dear Class of 2026 families and students,
Monroe-Woodbury proudly continues its tradition of celebrating the senior class by recognizing each student by name on the Route 32 and MWHS electronic signs—ensuring every member of the class is honored and celebrated. A student’s name will appear on both signs for 24 hours (from midnight to midnight) and will be organized in alphabetical order by last name. Approximately 8-9 students will appear each day from Wednesday, April 15, through Thursday, June 25. No names will be posted on May 24-26 over Memorial Day weekend or on June 19 for Juneteenth.
Get those cameras and phones ready for photos of our seniors with their names in lights! Please join us in celebrating the amazing Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026!
Please check the District Website for more information.
Monroe-Woodbury proudly continues its tradition of celebrating the senior class by recognizing each student by name on the Route 32 and MWHS electronic signs—ensuring every member of the class is honored and celebrated. A student’s name will appear on both signs for 24 hours (from midnight to midnight) and will be organized in alphabetical order by last name. Approximately 8-9 students will appear each day from Wednesday, April 15, through Thursday, June 25. No names will be posted on May 24-26 over Memorial Day weekend or on June 19 for Juneteenth.
Get those cameras and phones ready for photos of our seniors with their names in lights! Please join us in celebrating the amazing Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026!
Please check the District Website for more information.
MWHS celebrated Capabilities Week, centered on the promise to accept, respect, and include people of ALL abilities. The week was filled with daily events designed to encourage students and staff to view each other from different perspectives.
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
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Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs
MWHS celebrated Capabilities Week, centered on the promise to accept, respect, and include people of ALL abilities. The week was filled with daily events designed to encourage students and staff to view each other from different perspectives.
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs
Activities included “Walk in Our Shoes,” which featured simulations highlighting the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities. Other events focused on relationship building such as the classic, “Rock, Paper, Scissors” and “Crusaders Choose Love,” where students and staff wore purple as a sign of unity.
During lunch periods, a curated section by the library featured diverse authors and a kindness clothespin activity where students wrote kind and encouraging notes to pin on their peers.
Author and motivational speaker James McLeod, also known as "That Vitiligo Guy," shared his personal story, focusing on how he overcame bullying and learned to embrace his unique appearance.
Students and staff alike had the opportunity to learn more about themselves and deepen their understanding of the people who make up their community through these meaningful events. 💜🧩
@monroewoodburyhs
It’s Diverse Minds, Unified Hearts week at MWHS and physical education class was the place to be! With Mr. V’s voice booming throughout the gym, it was a mash-up between General and Unified sports. Crusaders participated in matches such as volleyball–-emoji style!😎🥰
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The MWHS STARS (Students Teaching Advocacy and Resilience Skills) visited fifth graders at North Main and engaged with students about bullying prevention, practicing kindness and making good choices. Thank you for connecting with younger Crusaders to discuss healthy decisions and overall wellness!⭐️🤩
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Attention Class of 2026! SUNY Rockland and Orange County Community Colleges will be here for their FINAL Instant Admission event of the year. Application fees will be waived! If you are a senior interested in attending any of these colleges and you have yet to apply, this is the time to do it!
Admissions representatives will be available to help answer questions and guide you through the application process during all lunch periods outside the large cafeteria on the following days:
Rockland Community College, Tuesday, April 14
Orange County Community College, Wednesday, April 15.
It’s your future—take the lead! 💜
Admissions representatives will be available to help answer questions and guide you through the application process during all lunch periods outside the large cafeteria on the following days:
Rockland Community College, Tuesday, April 14
Orange County Community College, Wednesday, April 15.
It’s your future—take the lead! 💜
Hey, Crusaders, we'll see you all back at school on Monday, April 6. Let's finish the year strong!
Crusaders, take lunch off your to-do list! We’re happy to remind you that breakfast and lunch are available to all students at no cost to families each school day! No need to pack lunch (or breakfast). Our food service professional team is here to provide students with nutritious, balanced meals to help them learn, grow, and succeed.
If your child prefers to bring lunch from home, they are still welcome to take milk, fruit, vegetable, grain, and/or protein at no cost to complement their meal—our "Sidekick" meal.
We also offer convenient grab-and-go breakfast options that students can enjoy at school or save for later. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s health and learning—because every student deserves access to wholesome meals to be ready to learn each day.🥣🥪
If you have any questions, please email foodforthought@mw.k12.ny.us or call (845) 460-6200 ext 10159.
If your child prefers to bring lunch from home, they are still welcome to take milk, fruit, vegetable, grain, and/or protein at no cost to complement their meal—our "Sidekick" meal.
We also offer convenient grab-and-go breakfast options that students can enjoy at school or save for later. Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s health and learning—because every student deserves access to wholesome meals to be ready to learn each day.🥣🥪
If you have any questions, please email foodforthought@mw.k12.ny.us or call (845) 460-6200 ext 10159.
Monroe-Woodbury kicks off World Autism Awareness today, with recognition continuing throughout the month of April. We believe every voice is unique and deserves to be heard. 🧩💜
Continuing a long-standing M-W baseball tradition, varsity seniors welcomed the modified teams to the program. Seniors spoke with 7th and 8th graders, sharing their experiences as baseball players and what it means to wear the Crusader uniform.The event is capped off with the modified athletes receiving their team hat and program t-shirt. Let’s go Crusaders! ⚾️🧢
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Students at MWHS’s Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) classes, recently held its first Focaccia Bread competition! Crusaders got creative with seasonings and veggies for some amazing bread and pastry designs. Groups were judged on presentation, creativity, and taste! What incr”edible” works of art! 🍞🌽🖼️
MWCSD is proudly celebrating Women's History Month with vibrant displays filling the hallways, honoring trailblazing women from history as well as current teachers and staff. Libraries have been beautifully decorated, featuring books and exhibits that highlight powerful voices and stories. 💪📚
The world needs more curious minds—and it starts with YOU.🔬🧪🔭 Join the Monroe-Woodbury team and help shape future innovators. Several high school science teacher positions available. Apply today by visiting the district website: www.mw.k12.ny.us🌟💜
The MWHS boys intramural volleyball team achieved perfection in their very first season, clinching the Section 9 Extramural title! Crusaders dominated the competition, going undefeated and not conceding a single set! Coach Staats is so proud of this group and is so grateful for the dedication and hard work each player brought all season long. 🏐🔥
Happy Friyay, Crusaders! Spring has finally arrived after what felt like a very long winter! 🌸🐝
REMINDER: All Monroe-Woodbury schools will be closed on Friday, March 20, for a Superintendent's Conference Day to allow staff to engage in professional development.
