The district is proud to announce the 2026 Hall of Distinction inductees! These outstanding individuals and one exceptional team truly embody the Crusader spirit through their dedication, compassion and hard work. Congratulations to all!💜
Sharon DiGironimo
Lawrence "Larry" Huntington
Ron Montalto
Megan Patrignelli
Richard Wilson
Honorary Recognition: 2005 State Champion football team
(20th anniversary)
Visit the district website
www.mw.k12.ny.us to read their full bios. Inductees will be honored during an induction ceremony on Thursday, October 29, at MWHS.👏⭐️
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, District residents passed the $245,052,094 budget for the 2026-2027 school year by a vote of 1,023 yes votes to 395 no votes — an approval rating of 72.1 percent. Proposition 2 passed with 1,145 yes votes to 274 no votes — an approval rating of 80.7%.
Berny Vega was elected with 1,053 votes; Kiesha Tillman was elected with 923 votes; Bryan Bellino was elected with 901 votes and Monique Officer had 883 votes.
District officials would like to thank members of the M-W community for their continued support of our schools.
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
Happy School Transportation Appreciation Week! We are so grateful for everything you do to transport our Crusaders every day. From being the first face they see each morning to the last one to wave goodbye in the afternoon, your impact is felt. We also want to thank those working behind the scenes, managing routes and schedules to ensure every child is supported. Thank you! 🚌💜
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
Ms. Stack’s English 11/ENL students recently practiced extending kindness toward themselves while uplifting others through a moving poetry exercise. By focusing on empathy, students found a meaningful way to explore their own vulnerability.
After watching the film, “The Pursuit of Happyness,” students engaged in a reflective three-part poetry assignment: writing a poem to the movie’s main character; writing a poem to someone important to them; and writing a poem to themselves.
Students then selected the poem that was most meaningful to them, made revisions, and prepared for a gallery walk. The gallery walk gave students the opportunity to read and comment on their peers’ work, sharing notes of encouragement and support.
Ms. Stack commented, “These students are some of the most resilient people that I know, and they have dealt with numerous setbacks in order to get to where they are now. I feel incredibly fortunate that I get to teach them every single day, using both inspiration from my colleagues and the beauty of poetry as a foundation for having necessary conversations about empathy and kindness. My goal was to encourage students to tap into their more vulnerable sides, providing them the space where they could explore feelings of empathy.”
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about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
The district is thrilled to share that MWHS senior Prasad Saha has been named a 2026 National Merit Scholarship winner! This distinguished award honors the academic excellence of the nation's most accomplished students.
Prasad was among the 16,000 Semifinalists from throughout the country who competed for 6,930 National Merit Scholarships offered worth more than $26 million.
This accomplishment reflect’s Prasad’s dedication and commitment to excellence. Congratulations, Prasad!🤩🎉
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about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
REMINDER: All Monroe-Woodbury schools will be closed on Tuesday, May 19, for a Superintendent's Conference Day. The annual school district budget vote will also take place on this day in person at Central Valley Elementary School from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
Missed the District Art Show? Enjoy a few photos from opening night! We have such creative Crusaders! 🖼️🎨
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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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about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!👏⭐️📝
about 1 month ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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.
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!🎓🎉💜
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
Today we celebrate School Nurse Appreciation Day! A heartfelt thank you goes to all of our phenomenal nursing teams for everything you do. From our office staff who manage every visit and call with care, to the providers who comfort both injuries and spirits, your dedication to our students and staff truly strengthens our community. We appreciate the kindness and expertise you provide to keep our Crusaders safe each and every day. ❤️🩹🫂
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
M-W proudly celebrates our incredible Special Olympians who recently competed at West Point. Your hard work, determination and unwavering Crusader spirit are inspiring. Congratulations! M-W salutes you!🏅🌟
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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! 🤩
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!” 🦹🏼♂️🦸🏻
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
Hey, M-W! Spring concert season is officially underway! Check out the district’s website at
www.mw.k12.ny.us for more information. 🎶🌸
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!⭐️👏🥇
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!🌟💪
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
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!👏🌟💜
about 2 months ago, Communications@mw.k12.ny.us
