NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION AUGUST 28TH

New student orientation is open for any student attending Minisink Valley High School for the first time.  The orientation is scheduled for 9:30 am - 11:30am on August 28th.  The students will have the opportunity to learn more about the school during a presentation by school administration, a tour of the building by NHS students, and free time to find his or her locker and walk this years schedule.  Students should bring their class schedule and $5.00 to purchase a lock for their lockers.

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION: AUGUST 14, 16, 20, 22, 27

SCHOOL STARTS SEPT. 5: IS YOUR SCHOOL COMMUNICATIONS PLAN UP TO DATE?

Parent-school communications impact students' social and emotional development, their engagement in learning and academic achievement. The school year is fast approaching. Are you connected? 

• Is your current contact information—including phone/email—on file with the school district? To be sure, login to your SchoolTool/Parent Portal account and review your contact information. 
• Parents of NEW STUDENTS: Have you enrolled in the SchoolTool Parent Portal to view your student’s information throughout the school year? To learn more and sign up, go to the Parent Portal page.
• Do you have the SchoolTool mobile app to receive push-notifications? For complete information and to download, go to the Parent Portal page, or download directly from the Apple's iTunes store or the Google play store.

Let's stay connected throughout the school year using every tool available. And remember to stay on top of school and district news by checking in at minisink.com, or opening the news feed of our mobile app, and following us on Facebook. 

FRESHMAN FOOTBALL STARTS AUG. 27

Minisink Valley Central School District and the athletics department are pleased to announce the return of freshman football, starting Monday, Aug. 27, at 1:30 p.m., in the high school gym.

The reinstatement of boys football for freshmen students was part of the 2018-19 budget proposal, approved by voters on May 15. We thank you for your support of this new, exciting opportunity for Minisink's student-athletes.

CAPITAL PROJECT: PHASE I CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

The first phase of the $36.9 million capital project approved by voters in February 2017 has been underway since June 25 and is scheduled to conclude on August 31.

This summer’s construction has focused on the elementary and intermediate school buildings at the Minisink campus. Earlier in the summer, construction crews removed original vinyl asbestos tile from 25 classrooms at Minisink Valley Elementary School and have been replacing them with bright, new vinyl (non-asbestos) tile.

FALL SPORTS: ARE YOU REGISTERED? TRYOUTS BEGIN AUG. 13/HS, SEP. 5/MS

Is your student interested in participating in this fall's sports season? Our dedicated fall sports link on the Athletics page includes step-by-step instructions for registration on FamilyID and physical exam requirements and dates.

IMPORTANT/PHYSICALS:  Please note that physicals are only valid for one year. For varsity/JV sports, physical exams must have been completed no earlier than Aug. 1, 2017, to be considered current. For modified sports, physical exams must have been completed no earlier than by Sep. 1, 2017, to be considered current.

PRACTICE/TRYOUTS START DATES: High School – Aug. 13 • Middle School – Sep. 5. Pre-Season Practice Schedules can be found under the Athletic Forms, Schedules tab. 

SWIMMING/DIVING CAMPERS SHOW THEIR PROMISE

All 54 participants in the Swimming & Diving Camp underway this week are off to an impressive start. "We had some of the fastest times on day one!” said Brian Golden, head coach for the camp and the boys varsity swimming program. “These kids are serious swimmers, ready to go! The outlook is very promising."

Among campers, first grader Gavin loves swimming and hopes to get a lot better at it by week’s end. His sister Bernadette, a fifth grader, looks forward to swimming with her friends every day. Eight grader Brandon appreciates the coaching staff and their instruction, and third grader Page loves diving and making new friends.

CHEERLEADING CAMPERS READY FOR SHOWTIME

The Warriors Cheerleading Summer Camp came to a spectacular closing on July 26, with the youngest of Minisink’s cheerleaders putting on a performance for their families in the high school gym.

During a camp session, first-time participant Taylor, a third grader, shared some insights while stopping at the water cooler. "I had a great day and I love to learn new cheers," Taylor said. When she goes home, she likes to demonstrate learned skills to her mom and dog Coco. Olivia, another third grader, prefers the camp’s stunt and dance components.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM FOR GRADES 5-12

Whether they’re seeking to improve their skills in a favorite instrument, add another or pick one up for the first time, this five-week instrumental music program for grades 5-12 meets students at their ability level. Incoming fifth graders can also get a head start on their instruments of choice, before joining the band program in the fall.

Students are grouped by instrument and experience for a weekly 40-minute lesson. Offered in the middle school music suite, instructors are music, band and chorus teachers from the middle and intermediate schools.

CONGRATULATIONS AND FAREWELL TO THE CLASS OF 2018

THE CLASS OF 2018 is off to the next chapter of their lives: 277 of them will continue their education at colleges and universities across the country; 16 will enter the workforce; and 7 will serve in the United States Armed Forces.

At their commencement ceremony on Friday, June 22, they were a cheerful and supportive group, as many of them were recognized with awards and scholarships. Principal Ken Hauck and Superintendent of Schools Brian Monahan addressed the 300 graduates with words of praise, confidence and encouragement. Student addresses were presented by Class President Sierra Mitts, Salutatorian James Drake, and Valedictorian Brandon Bell.