Monroe-Woodbury Middle School

Don't miss out on the summer enrichment program for incoming students grades 1-8 during July and August. M-W teachers are leading courses in the Arts and STEAM. Visit www.mw.k12.ny.us for a detailed schedule and online registration. It's a great way to extend student learning during the summer months! Registration ends June 24, so sign up today!🎨🔬🧶

Be sure to head over to the district website at www.mw.k12.ny.us to check out the full calendar for the end of the year, including exam dates and early dismissal times for our students!

Reminder: All Monroe-Woodbury schools and offices are closed on Friday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth.

Best wishes to Valedictorian Prasad Saha and Salutatorian Luka Joncic of the Monroe-Woodbury High School Class of 2026! Visit the district website www.mw.k12.ny.us to learn more about Prasad and Luka as they share their experiences at M-W, advice for younger students and their plans for the future. Congratulations to our Valedictorian and Salutatorian! 🎓

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As we continue to recognize Capabilities Week, Pine Tree elementary was delighted to host guests from the Winslow Therapeutic Center. Stacy Lenz and Elissa Velez visited the school with a unique companion, a horse affectionately named "Skunk." Despite the unusual name, this gentle giant proved to be incredibly sweet. Skunk and the rest of the herd at the center serve as "four-legged healers," providing vital support to individuals facing emotional challenges or physical impairments.

Central Valley also joined in the festivities by welcoming animal companions Harper and Twiggy from The Seeing Eye. While Harper is already a working guide dog, Twiggy is currently in training. Trainer Tricia Nussenbaum provided a demonstration of Twiggy's education, showing how she learns to ignore distractions, maintain focus, and navigate steadily on her owner's left side to provide a safe path for everyone.

These animal partners play a significant role in supporting people with disabilities. Throughout the week, our young Crusaders gained a deeper understanding that while some disabilities are easily seen, many others are not visible. 💜

Members of the Transporation Department were glam ready as they attended their second annual awards ceremony. The bus garage was briefly transformed into a chic venue—red carpet included—where staff enjoyed a variety of delicious entrees and desserts prepared by their colleagues before the formal recognition began.

This new tradition gives team members the opportunity to nominate their peers across several categories including the Rookie of the Year, Best Communicator, and Best Team.

Jessie Lazar, Director of Transportation, highlighted the spirit of the department, stating, "Transportation works because it is a collaboration. Drivers, monitors, mechanics, dispatchers, secretaries, administrators—everyone plays a role. This department works because everybody brings something to the table."

Thank you to the entire M-W Transportation Team for everything they do! 🤩

The creative talent of our Crusaders is truly remarkable! Alex Lopez, a MWMS seventh grader, designed an incredible 3D bus model to honor School Transportation Appreciation Week. Excellent job!

The district is pleased to reintroduce Summer Enrichment programs, including multi-day courses in STEM, art and crochet, led by M-W teachers during July and August for students K-8. All skill levels are welcome! Stay tuned for more program details, pricing and schedules.🔬🧶🎨

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.

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! 🚌💜

On May 12, 2026, the M-W chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) proudly inducted 112 new members. Students will take part in upcoming volunteer initiatives, school projects and leadership opportunities.

These inductees have already demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, and we look forward to all they will continue to accomplish. Congratulations to each of the new NJHS members!💜🌟

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.

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

MS students made cacio e pepe during Family & Consumer Sciences (FACS) class this week! Yum! Buon appetito to our future chefs! 🇮🇹❤️ 🍝

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!👏⭐️📝

Congratulations to Quarter 4 Purple Pride Award recipients, which were presented this month. MWMS students are nominated based on how they embody the school's CORE values of Citizenship, Opportunity, Respect and Empathy. The Purple Pride Award acknowledges the hard work these students put in every day to make MWMS an amazing place to learn. 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, Crusaders! 💜

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.