Reminder! P.S. I LOVE YOU WEEK kicks off next week (February 10-14)!
All Ellenville students and staff are encouraged to participate in the following theme days:
Monday, 2/10: Peace, Love & Kindness - Wear tie dye
Tuesday, 2/11: Kindness Ties Us Together - Wear a bow, bow tie, or tie
Wednesday, 2/12: Team Up for Kindness - Wear your favorite sports team
Thursday, 2/13: We Don't Hide from Kindness - Wear camouflage
Friday, 2/14: P.S. I Love You Day - Wear purple or anything with a heart
Join us in fostering a welcoming environment and supporting mental health awareness!
It's almost showtime! Don't forget that the Ellenville Junior High School Drama Club will be performing "Beetlejuice Jr." on Friday, February 7, and Saturday, February 8, at 7 PM, in the Jr/Sr High School auditorium. Tickets are $6 each and will be sold at the door. You won't want to miss it!
This week (February 3-7) is National School Counselors Week, and we're celebrating our exceptional Ellenville Central School District counselors who provide the comprehensive support our students need to succeed. Our counselors are masters at helping students reframe challenges into opportunities. They teach that instead of "I can't," think "I'm learning and growing." Through academic guidance, emotional support, and future planning, they empower students to recognize their potential and pursue their dreams. Thank you to our dedicated counselors for being trusted mentors and champions of student success!
Several students from the Ellenville Music Department proudly represented our school district at the annual Ulster County Music Educators Association's All-County Choir Festival, held on January 24 and 25.
Participants in the Elementary Chorus included Pedro Cabrera, Norah Althouse, Giuliana McNeil, and Melanie Castillo.
Participants in the Junior High Chorus were Elna Pagan, Sophiana Jacobs, Maegann Wright, Ethan Cruz, Isabella Velazquez, and Noemi Mandiville.
Participants in the Senior High Chorus were Danna Velazquez, Jack Henry, Caige Burns, Aidan Blauvelt, Braely Peavey, and Lyla Denman.
Congratulations to all our talented students!
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Wednesday, January 29, in observance of Lunar New Year.
Kudos to the Ellenville Boys Varsity Winter Track team, which earned the title of Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association (OCIAA) Division Champions for the second year in a row! Congratulations to Anthony Murdoc, who was named an OCIAA Division IV Champion in the 55-meter hurdles and Crystian Zelinky, who was named an OCIAA Division IV Champion in the long jump and triple jump.
Congratulations to the Ellenville Girls Varsity Basketball team, which beat Eldred this week by a final score of 55-48. Be sure to vote for Mariah Kinscy as the Varsity 845 Girls Basketball Player of the Week for Jan. 13-19! Cast your vote here: https://www.recordonline.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/01/21/varsity-845-high-school-girls-basketball-players-of-the-week-polls/77863903007/
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Let’s all take a moment to honor Dr. King’s legacy of equality, justice, and service.
Don't miss Financial Aid Night at Ellenville Junior/Senior High School on Thursday, January 30. A presentation will take place from 6-7 PM, followed by hands-on assistance with the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) from 7-8 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to get hands-on help with this important college preparation step. Interested in attending? Sign up in the Student Support Services Office today!
REMINDER! Ellenville's Coaches vs. Cancer Varsity Basketball Double Header will be taking place today (January 10) in the Junior/Senior High School gymnasium. The Girls team will play at 4:30 PM and the Boys team will compete at 6 PM. This special night honors our brave school community members who are currently battling cancer, and all proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. Come cheer on our Blue Devils and support a great cause!
The Ellenville Boys Basketball team defeated Millbrook on January 7, by a final score of 65-60. Alen Ibric scored 14 points and Josh Ramirez scored 11 points. Go, Blue Devils!
Showing up matters! Did you know? Missing just two days of school per month means missing 10 percent of the school year. Ellenville is making great strides in attendance—let's keep building on this success in 2025! Every school day counts toward your child's future. Together, we can make attendance a priority.
Mark your calendars for Friday, January 10, when our Ellenville Basketball programs will host their Coaches vs. Cancer games! Our Varsity teams are set to take on Dover at the following times:
⏰ Varsity Girls - 4:30 PM
⏰ Varsity Boys - 6 PM
This special night honors our brave school community members who are currently battling cancer. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. To donate, visit https://bit.ly/4gY3Gx8
Come out to support our teams and this important cause!
Happy New Year from the Ellenville Central School District! We are thrilled to have all of our students back for more exciting days filled with learning.
This is a reminder that the Ellenville Central School District will be closed from Monday, December 23, through Wednesday, January 1, for its annual Winter Recess. Schools will reopen on Thursday, January 2. We would like to wish all of our students, staff, and families a restful break and a happy and healthy holiday season!
Each month a student from the Junior High School and Senior High School Band is selected as Musician of the Month. Students earn this title by demonstrating excellent effort, growth, achievement, and leadership in the instrumental music program. Congratulations to our Band Musicians of the Month for November! They are: Charlotte Zelinsky, Junior High School Band and Lyla Denman, Senior High School Band. Congratulations!
REMINDER! There will be a half-day Superintendent Conference Day on Tuesday, December 17, for Ellenville Elementary School ONLY. Elementary School students will be dismissed at 12:15 PM.
The Ellenville Central School District is proud to have partnered with People's Place and the United Methodist Church this holiday season to bring joy to our community. Together, we were able to provide food and toys to 144 local families in need. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible. Your support reflects the true spirit of giving and community!
Be sure to stop by the Ellenville PTO's Holiday Shoppe on Saturday, December 14, from 10 AM to 2 PM, in the Ellenville Elementary School gymnasium. If you need additional information, please email ecsparentteacherorg@gmail.com.
Our Ellenville Elementary School families received a wonderful holiday surprise thanks to the generosity of the Ellenville Police Benevolent Association (PBA) and Northeast Off Road Adventures, Inc! These caring community partners donated food and toys that will be distributed to families throughout our District. A special thank you to School Resource Officer Felicia Torres, who has worked with these organizations for years to help support our Ellenville families. We're grateful to have such dedicated community partners who help make the holiday season brighter for our families!
