Monroe-Woodbury High School

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.

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.

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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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

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! 💜