UPDATES TO STUDENT CALENDAR: IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM SUPERINTENDENT MONAHAN

Parents/guardians, please click here to view a letter from Superintendent Brian C. Monahan regarding two changes to the student calendar. 

MV VARSITY FOOTBALL TEAM GIVES BACK TO AMERICAN VETERANS

Upholding a cherished tradition, members of Minisink Valley’s varsity football team lent a hand to members of the George Smith Post 1607 at the monthly Orange County American Legion dinner meeting on April 18.

The players assisted in setting up the hall, prepping dinner and dessert, and serving the meal and beverages to the Veterans. As always, team members enjoyed casual conversation with their older and wiser neighbors, and learn about the history of the American Legion.

BIOLOGY STUDENTS LEARN FROM RENOWNED HEART TRANSPLANT SURGEON

During a recent visit to Newark’s Liberty Science Center, students in Mrs. Jordan college biology had the unique opportunity to learn about the life and work of heart transplant surgeons from a renowned specialist, Dr. Margarita Camacho MD, FACS.

MVHS senior Barbara Ann Grace shared her impressions about the trip. (View full-article for Barbara's reporting and additional photos.)

FOOTBALL PROGRAM: IMPORTANT PARENT MEETING, THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 7PM

Parents of students in the football program, please join us for an important meeting on Thur., April 19, at 7 p.m., in the high school auditorium. This includes parents of football players at all levels: grades 7-8, freshmen, varsity and junior varsity. 

Discussion topics will include the addition of the new freshman football team which will give 7th & 8th graders the ability to play only 7th & 8th grade teams, as well as all of events in the upcoming season, and off-season workouts.

MVHS FBLA: EIGHT ADVANCE TO NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Congratulations to Minisink Valley members of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) who participated in the State Leadership Conference in late March.

FBLA State Leadership Conferences feature competitive events and elections that test students’ business knowledge and skills. Eight MVHS students are advancing to the National Leadership Conference in June, after outstanding performances in a range of business fields and topics. (View full article for individual placements.)

SIX MINISINK VALLEY STUDENTS SIGN NCAA LETTERS OF INTENT

Joined by their coaches and family members, six MVHS seniors and athletic standouts signed letters of intent with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) in a ceremony held in the school gymnasium on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. CONGRATULATIONS and best wishes to all! (View full article for athlete profiles and additional photos.)

CONGRATULATIONS ATHLETES-OF-THE-WEEK: BRENDAN BEAIRSTO AND ALAYNA SAVAGLIO

Brendan Beairsto – Sophomore – Baseball: Brendan picked up his first career varsity baseball win as the Warriors beat Washingtonville 4-1. Brendan was very sharp in his outing allowing only 3 hits, with 4 strikeouts, and no earned runs over 5 2/3 innings! CONGRATULATIONS, BRENDAN!

Alayna Savaglio – Senior – Softball: Alayna is enjoying an outstanding start to the young 2018 varsity softball season. Currently at 3-0 with a 0.29 ERA, she’s given up only 1 run over 24 innings, and racked up a total of 45 strikeouts. In her most recent victory, Alayna set a Section 9 record by striking out 26 Warwick batters in the 11 inning, 2-0 victory. CONGRATULATIONS, ALAYNA!  

YOUTH-IN-GOVERNMENT STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN COUNTY SERVICE DAY

Orange County officials had their work cut out for them on April 6, when 10 Minisink Valley High School students contributed their competencies to the 2018 Orange County Youth-in-Government Service Day.

Inaugurated in 1944, Orange County’s Amy Bull Crist Youth-in-Government program promotes service, leadership, and citizenship. Working with eleven participating schools, the program offers students first-hand learning of the democratic process and the functioning of local government through mock conventions, student-run elections, and the shadowing of elected officials.

During a student-run Steering Convention and election last fall, MVHS Grady Brunelle, James Drake, Kyle Ferguson and Sebastian Peterson were "elected" to their county offices of choice, based on their campaign speeches.

MVHS FACULTY CONNECT WITH SUNY ORANGE COLLEAGUES

Among the rich choice of college-level courses offered at Minisink Valley High School are those made possible through SUNY Orange's Community College in the High School Program (CCHSP).

Focused on encouraging academic rigor and advancement, Minisink teachers play an active role in bringing these opportunities to our students and work as CCHSP liaisons. On April 4, they gathered with colleagues from several SUNY Orange academic departments to engage in academic and pedagogic discussions, connect, and stay current on program procedures.

KEY CLUB MEMBERS PARTICIPATE IN STATEWIDE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Joining fellow Key Club members from across the state, eight Minisink Valley students participated in the annual Leadership Training Conference (LTC) in Albany, March 23-25.

The three-day conference is a celebration of yet another year of service and involves workshops, networking and social events, as well as district elections and the welcoming of new officers. Students learned about a variety of topics, from the college application process, to effective leadership and public speaking.

Congratulations to MVHS 2018-2019 Key Club officers: Sarah Cerutti, president; Julia Ratynski, vice president; Kaitlin LoSauro, secretary; Valerie Moore, treasurer; Matthew Peifer, webmaster.

SOCIAL HOST LAW: IMPORTANT REMINDER TO PARENTS FROM DISTRICT ATTORNEY HOOVLER

As we enter a season of recognitions and celebrations for our high school students, we are sharing a recent letter from Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. DA Hoovler urges parents to keep their students safe and offers reminders about two important laws involving alcohol and drug use by minors.  

Orange County's Social Host Law makes it illegal for any host 18-years or older to serve alcohol to minors, or to allow underage drinking on private or public premises under the host’s control. It is the responsibility of parents and any adult hosts to provide adequate supervision and monitor minors at any party.

New York's Good Samaritan Law encourages youth to seek immediate medical attention for anyone experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency related to alcohol or drug use. The law provides immunity from drug and alcohol possession offenses for those who report a medical emergency.

This information is intended to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students and their families as they celebrate the achievements they earned and the milestones they reached. Read DA Hoovler’s letter to our schools.