CRUSADER CONNECTION
A MESSAGE FROM MWHS PRINCIPAL ELISA SOTO
Hello Crusaders,
Get ready for March Madness! 🏀☔️ It's that time of the year when the hoops heat up and the weather keeps us guessing.
March is the beginning of the third quarter -take a moment to reflect on your journey. Celebrate every success, big or small, that you've achieved. Remember, each challenge you faced was an opportunity to grow stronger and wiser. Don't forget to take full advantage of the after-school activities; they're not just for fun, but for enriching your skills and experiences. Keep pushing forward with determination and enthusiasm. Your future is bright, and every step you take now brings you closer to your dreams. You've got this!" 🌟
🌟 Also join us for a week of Diverse Minds and Unified Hearts! 🌈 During March 11th-15th we are thrilled to feature inspiring guest speakers sharing their stories of overcoming challenges. Our dedicated mental health workers will be visiting classrooms, while our CASAC Counselors offer group counseling sessions. Seek solace and reflection in our library spaces. Plus, don't miss out on the fun activities during lunch periods, courtesy of our Student Government and Student Engagement teams, promoting the power of connectedness in our school community!
See you there! 🎉
Elisa
Diverse Minds - UNified Hearts Week MARCH 11- 15
student Spotlight
The Orange County Arts Council hosted its annual “The Arts Build Confidence Showcase” on
Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Galleria at Crystal Run in Middletown.
The event featured an exhibit of Orange County High School student artwork, a digital display of elementary and middle schoolartwork, and this year a new category of Fashion has been added.
Our MWHS students exhibited an amazing collection of work in the visual arts exhibit and the fashion show!
The Science Olympiad competed in the Mid-Hudson Regional tournament at John Jay High School. The students did very well, but most importantly, they had a great time!
Emely Caranza
First place winner in the Cosmetology Quiz Bowl, heading up to NYS competitions in April!
Lea Quinn
First Place Winner in Skills USA Competition!
teacher Spotlight
Our school’s literary magazine, Pendragon, under the direction of Mr. Mark Filie, has been selected to receive the rank of Excellent in the 2023 NCTE Recognizing Excellence in Art and Literary Magazines (REALM) program. Congratulations to our students and Mr. Filie on this exceptional publication. We commend you for inspiring a love of writing that your students will remember for the rest of their lives!
Mark filie, english teacher
Information Corner
spring parent-teacher conference scheduling (Pick-a-time)
Visit the Parent-Teacher conference page on the District website to access the PickATime scheduling system: https://www.mw.k12.ny.us/o/mwhs/article/1460451
Superintendent Search
Superintendent Search - Visit webpage for more information
Email feedback - Deadline: March 22, 2024
To provide suggestions and opinions privately, community members are encouraged to send a confidential email directly to the search consultants: mwsupsearch@districtwisesearch.com
Online, anonymous community survey - Deadline: March 22, 2024
This anonymous online survey is designed to gather opinions on the importance of various characteristics found in effective superintendents. Participate in the online anonymous survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/ibgqkkmj
Class of 2025: Board of Education seeks Student Representative for 2024-25 School Year
Application Deadline: MARCH 22, 2024
The Board of Education is seeking a member of the MWHS Class of 2025 to serve as student representative on the Board of Education.
The student member of the Board of Education will serve as the voice of the students by providing brief reports sharing issues of importance to the student body at Board of Education meetings.
Candidates must have strong communication skills and will work collaboratively with district and building administrators to meet with students from all buildings; identify areas of interest and concern among the student body; and present findings and recommendations to the Board of Education.
Interested students are asked to fill out an online application and upload a resumé by March 22, 2024. Applicants will participate in an interview process conducted by members of the M-W Board of Education.
Visit the district website for more information. Please send questions to communications@mw.k12.ny.us.
Online Student BOE Application: https://forms.gle/6mJE75c9AmunsjGa7
message from Boe student representative
Michael Martinez is serving as the voice of the students as Student Representative on the Board of Education during the 2023-2024 school year. Each month, we will share a video of Michael monthly report shared at a Board meeting. Make sure and reach out to Michael with any questions or concerns. martinezm021@stu.mw.k12.ny.us
BRING LUNCH FROM HOME?
free sides available
free sides available
For those M-W students who prefer to bring their lunches from home, the district is excited to offer FREE sides to accompany their homemade meals. Items such as milk, fruit, vegetables and more are available. Students must choose three or more of the offered items to receive them at no cost.
This offering is made possible by the designation granted to the District by the New York State Education Department’s Child Nutrition Program (CEP). The CEP is a funding option under the National School Lunch Act that allows eligible schools to provide free meals to all students.
With the Community Eligibility Provision designation, all children in Monroe-Woodbury Central School District schools attending in person can receive one breakfast and one lunch per school day at no cost, eliminating out-of-pocket expenses for families and ensuring that all students receive two nutritious meals per day.
Junior Prom
Save the date
Saturday, May 18th
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Eisenhower Hall @ West Point
Voice of the Students
video 1.mp4video 2.mp4
Guidance newsletter
The Nurse's Corner
Bell Schedule
Daily Schedule
Period 1 - 7:08 a.m. to 7:49 a.m.
Period 2 - 7:53 a.m. to 8:34 a.m.
Period 3 - 8:38 a.m. to 9:26 a.m.
Period 4 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:11 a.m. Period 5 - 10:15 a.m. to 10:56 a.m.
Period 6 - 11:00 a.m. to 11:41 a.m.
Period 7 - 11:45 a.m. to 12:26 p.m.
Period 8 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:11 p.m.
Period 9 - 1:15 p.m. to 1:58 p.m.
Period 2 - 7:53 a.m. to 8:34 a.m.
Period 3 - 8:38 a.m. to 9:26 a.m.
Period 4 - 9:30 a.m. to 10:11 a.m. Period 5 - 10:15 a.m. to 10:56 a.m.
Period 6 - 11:00 a.m. to 11:41 a.m.
Period 7 - 11:45 a.m. to 12:26 p.m.
Period 8 - 12:30 p.m. to 1:11 p.m.
Period 9 - 1:15 p.m. to 1:58 p.m.
Class periods are 41 minutes long. Passing time to next class is 4 minutes.
Half a Day Bell Schedule
Extra Help Schedule
Your teachers are here to support you! Take advantage of their help!!
Cap & Gown Information
Information regarding where to order your Cap & Gown is now here! You can also find out more information about graduation announcements, senior class ring, and senior apparel.
Community partnerships
Highland Mills Police Department for their back-to-school and holiday assistance for our families and students - Chief Watson, Lieutenant Kevin Phillips, and all of the members of the Highland Mills Police Department
Back-to-school supplies from collections done by Mayor Lou Medina (Harriman) and Harriman Police Chief Patrick Tenaglia
Heritage Financial Federal Credit Union with branch manager Martha Soto coordinating back-to-school supplies
Staples Harriman Store
The Woodbury Commons, Simon Outlets - Back to school supplies along with continuing the Crusader Closet to help students in need of clothing or footwear items.
Coordinating manager David Mistretta, along with Shannon McSweeney, Alyssa Bitts
Sacred Heart for supporting our community with food pantries, both at the church and mobile, furniture assistance, baby and infant needs along with many other areas of support.
Target Corporation for back-to-school supplies and holiday assistance
Other Community Support Programs For Our Families
First Presbyterian Church of Monroe - Food Distribution Center
142 Stage Rd, Monroe, NY · (845) 783-1632
1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month
Monroe United Methodist Church
47 Maple Ave, Monroe, NY · (845) 783-6371
2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month
Highland Mills Methodist Church
654 NY-32, Highland Mills, NY 10930
(845) 928-6177
What's Coming Up
Important Dates
March 5 - Early Dismissal - Parent-Teacher Conferences
March 7 - FBLA Blood Drive
March 8 - Spring Musical
March 9 - Spring Musical
March 11 - Spring Sports Begin
March 12 - Early Dismissal - Professional Development & BLC
March 12 - PTSA Meeting
March 15 - Early Dismissal - Parent-Teacher Conferences
Orange-Ulster BOCES Career and Technical Education Division hosted the SkillsUSA Area IV competition awards ceremony on Feb. 10, 2024. Monroe-Woodbury student Lea Quinn heads to the stage to receive her first-place medal in Esthetics. Way to go, Lea! 🥇👏💄