Attention, Ellenville families: All public schools in Ulster County will release students approximately 15 minutes early on Thursday, November 6. Students will be sent home early on this day as part of an annual drill that tests the evacuation procedures of each district’s Emergency Management/Disaster Preparedness Plan. The Commissioner of Education has mandated that this drill be conducted annually in all New York State public schools. Please make appropriate arrangements for the early arrival of your children that afternoon.
ECSD Families: Don't forget to take our annual Digital Equity Survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe339irXJCzqY5F0quzGxwrhhXDvUQxBwoiHwDYBnmP7jfN5Q/viewform
FALL Into Math - Family Engagement Night!
Elementary families are invited to join us on November 13 for a fun-filled evening of food and entertainment where you can discover how math can be engaging and fun!
When: Thursday, November 13, 5 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Ellenville Elementary School
Schedule: From 5-6 PM, enjoy a delicious family meal while Macaroni the Clown entertains kids and adults! From 6-7:15 PM, join math rotations featuring hands-on activities with a fall theme. From games to seasonal recipes, discover how math can be engaging and fun!
RSVP by November 1—Register now! https://tinyurl.com/ms35zwnp
We can't wait to see you there!
Elementary families are invited to join us on November 13 for a fun-filled evening of food and entertainment where you can discover how math can be engaging and fun!
When: Thursday, November 13, 5 PM - 7:15 PM
Where: Ellenville Elementary School
Schedule: From 5-6 PM, enjoy a delicious family meal while Macaroni the Clown entertains kids and adults! From 6-7:15 PM, join math rotations featuring hands-on activities with a fall theme. From games to seasonal recipes, discover how math can be engaging and fun!
RSVP by November 1—Register now! https://tinyurl.com/ms35zwnp
We can't wait to see you there!
Elementary Families: Get ready for our annual Halloween parade on Friday, October 31, at 10 AM. Please read the following guidelines and parade information to ensure a safe and suitably spooky parade!
PARADE DETAILS: Students in Grades PreK-2 will march in the parade, while students in Grades 3-6 will view the parade. The parade will march through the building, exit near the flagpole, and continue down the front sidewalk to the Kindergarten wing.
PARENT VIEWING: Viewing areas include the bus lane and loop. If you plan to drive to the school, please park in the visitor lot or back school parking lot (next to the playground). Please keep sidewalks clear for our parade marchers!
COSTUME REMINDERS: No full face masks or weapons. Dress code guidelines from the code of conduct still apply. Please check with your child's teacher for classroom-specific costume rules.
WEATHER NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, the parade will be held indoors. Unfortunately, due to safety and space constraints, parents will be unable to view the parade if it is moved indoors.
Thank you for your cooperation and support with this exciting event. We can't wait to see all the creative costumes!
PARADE DETAILS: Students in Grades PreK-2 will march in the parade, while students in Grades 3-6 will view the parade. The parade will march through the building, exit near the flagpole, and continue down the front sidewalk to the Kindergarten wing.
PARENT VIEWING: Viewing areas include the bus lane and loop. If you plan to drive to the school, please park in the visitor lot or back school parking lot (next to the playground). Please keep sidewalks clear for our parade marchers!
COSTUME REMINDERS: No full face masks or weapons. Dress code guidelines from the code of conduct still apply. Please check with your child's teacher for classroom-specific costume rules.
WEATHER NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, the parade will be held indoors. Unfortunately, due to safety and space constraints, parents will be unable to view the parade if it is moved indoors.
Thank you for your cooperation and support with this exciting event. We can't wait to see all the creative costumes!
This year, the Elementary School introduced a new format for our Open House, holding it two nights before school started to help ease the transition into a new year. If you attended, we’d love to hear your thoughts! Your feedback will help us improve this event and ensure it continues to support students, families, and staff in the best way possible. Here is a link to the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyGv_5_z292ALmaJdvcdzdIGCM8aBZZUhE6NkqxwCUk_fX0A/viewform
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Tuesday, September 23, in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
Join us! The Ellenville Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is excited to host its Welcome Back Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, from 6-7 PM, in the Elementary School Library. The PTO is a volunteer-run group of parents, teachers, staff, and community members working together to enrich students’ experiences, support educators, and build a strong school community. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of every month throughout the school year. Come hear school updates, share your ideas, and connect with other parents and staff. Childcare will be available, so bring the kids and join us!
Don't forget! Ellenville Elementary's Back to School Open House will be held on Tuesday, September 2, from 4:30-6:30 PM. This is the perfect opportunity to get familiar with the school community before the year begins.
Attention, Ellenville community! Copies of the 2025-2026 District Calendar have been printed and are being mailed out today. Please check your mailboxes to stay informed about all the exciting events coming up this year. You can also find a digital copy of the calendar on our website at www.ecs.k12.ny.us/page/printable-calendars. The most important date to keep in mind is the first day of school on Thursday, September 4. We’ll see you soon, Blue Devils!
REMINDER! The Ellenville NAACP's Back to School Festival will be taking place on Saturday, August 16, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Berme Road Rock Pavilion (20 Berme Road in Ellenville). Students of all grade levels are welcome! Hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies and personal items will be distributed. There will also be a DJ, snacks, and representatives from educational support organizations and school clubs. We hope to see you there!
The Ellenville Central School District is pleased to announce that it will once again purchase school supplies for all students in Pre-K through Grade 12 for the 2025–2026 school year. Each student will receive essential classroom items, including notebooks, pencils, folders, and more. Students will only need to provide their own backpacks.
Join us for the Back to School Festival! Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 16, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Berme Road Rock Pavilion (20 Berme Road in Ellenville). Students of all grade levels are welcome! Hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies and personal items will be distributed. There will also be a DJ, snacks, and representatives from educational support organizations and school clubs. Special thanks to the Ellenville Branch #2143 of the NAACP and Ellenville Junior/Senior High School’s chapter of My Brother’s Keeper for making this event possible. We hope to see you there!
REMINDER: Ellenville Elementary School students will have half-days on Tuesday, June 24, Wednesday June 25, and Thursday, June 26 (the last day of school). Students will be dismissed at 12:15 PM.
The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Thursday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth. We join the nation in commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating freedom, resilience, and reflection.
The New York State governor has mandated that schools implement a bell-to-bell ban on cell phones and smart devices, effective by the start of the 2025-2026 school year. Under this policy, students will not be permitted to use cell phones or smart devices during instructional time—including lunch on campus, study hall (academic workshops), class transitions, and bathroom visits. We value your feedback as a key stakeholder in our school community. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey: https://bit.ly/406XQDx
IMPORTANT CALENDAR UPDATE: Ellenville Elementary School students will have half-days on Tuesday, June 24, Wednesday June 25, and Thursday, June 26 (the last day of school). Students will be dismissed at 12:15 PM.
Ellenville Central School District's Annual Art Show Opens on Wednesday, June 4!
This year's District-wide art show, "In Our Own Voices," runs from Wednesday, June 4, through Friday, June 6, from 4-7 PM at the Hunt Memorial Building at Liberty Square and Canal Street in Ellenville.
Join us for a celebration of creativity and student expression featuring artworks from students across all grades.
Special shout-out to senior Kayla Barbieri for lending her artistic talents to designing this year's beautiful poster!
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to support our student artists. See you there!
Get ready for a SUPER SUMMER of learning!
Registration is now open for Ellenville Central School District's Summer Boost Academy! This FREE program is designed for students in Grades K-6 and focuses on building reading, writing, and math skills through fun, engaging hands-on learning and projects.
Program Details: July 7 - August 8, 8 AM-12 PM daily
Breakfast and lunch are included every day, and transportation may be available to make participation easy for all families.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help your child maintain their academic momentum over the summer while having fun with friends and discovering new interests. Don't miss out on this amazing FREE opportunity for your elementary student.
REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/3et97b79
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Monday, May 26, in honor of Memorial Day. In addition, Friday, May 23, and Tuesday, May 27, are snow day "give-back" days, and school will not be in session. We will see everyone back on Wednesday, May 28.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the annual school budget vote and Board of Education election on May 20. The budget proposal passed by a vote of 252 to 109, and Jody Little, Rev. Julius Collins, and Daniel McQuillan were elected to the school board. We appreciate the community's support!