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
Each month, a student from the Junior High School and Senior High School Choir is selected as Musician of the Month. Students earn this title by demonstrating excellent effort, growth, achievement, and leadership in the choral music program. Congratulations to our Choral Musicians of the Month for September. They are: Samantha Porter, Junior High School Choir, and Braelyn Peavey, Senior High School Choir.
Each month, a student from the Junior High School Band and the 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 September! They are: Kylee Moreno, Junior High School Band and Lyla Denman, Senior High School Band.
Ellenville Seniors & Families: Join us for our Financial Aid Workshop this Wednesday!
This workshop will guide you step-by-step through completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Don't miss this opportunity to get expert help with this important college preparation step!
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: Ellenville Junior/Senior High School
All seniors are encouraged to attend with their parents/caregivers.
We hope to see you there! To register, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us
This workshop will guide you step-by-step through completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Don't miss this opportunity to get expert help with this important college preparation step!
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: Ellenville Junior/Senior High School
All seniors are encouraged to attend with their parents/caregivers.
We hope to see you there! To register, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us
Ellenville juniors and seniors are invited to sign up for a campus visit to the University at Albany on Thursday, November 13. Students will get an inside look at college life, explore the campus, and learn more about academic programs and student opportunities at SUNY Albany.
The bus will be leaving Ellenville Jr/Sr High School at 7:45 AM and returning at 2:30 PM. Space is limited and seats will be available on a first come, first served basis. Permission slips can be picked up in the Student Support Office and must be returned by Friday, November 7.
For more information, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us.
The bus will be leaving Ellenville Jr/Sr High School at 7:45 AM and returning at 2:30 PM. Space is limited and seats will be available on a first come, first served basis. Permission slips can be picked up in the Student Support Office and must be returned by Friday, November 7.
For more information, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us.
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Tuesday, September 23, in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
Join us on Thursday, September 18, from 5-7 PM for the Ellenville Jr/Sr High School Open House. Meet teachers, connect with administrators, and get a peek into student life while having some fun!
ATTENTION ELLENVILLE SENIORS & FAMILIES!
Need help with your FAFSA application? Join us for our Financial Aid Workshop!
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: Ellenville Junior/Senior High School
This workshop will guide you step-by-step through completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Don't miss this opportunity to get expert help with this important college preparation step!
All seniors are encouraged to attend with their parents/caregivers.
We hope to see you there! To register, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us
Need help with your FAFSA application? Join us for our Financial Aid Workshop!
Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Time: 6 PM
Location: Ellenville Junior/Senior High School
This workshop will guide you step-by-step through completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Don't miss this opportunity to get expert help with this important college preparation step!
All seniors are encouraged to attend with their parents/caregivers.
We hope to see you there! To register, call (845) 647-0138 or email tberry@ecs.k12.ny.us
Please mark your calendars!
We are excited to invite you to the Ellenville Jr/Sr High School Open House on Thursday, September 18 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This is a great opportunity to meet your child's teachers, learn about course expectations, and explore the various clubs and activities for your child.
We look forward to seeing you there and working together to support your child's success.
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!
Attention: Blue Devils! Fall Sports Tryouts & Practices Begin Monday, August 18!
JV and Varsity drop-off and pick-up (most sports): Please use the back of Ellenville Elementary School by the Kindergarten wing.
EXCEPTIONS:
-Varsity Boys Soccer: Drop off and pick up at Leipold Field.
-Varsity Boys Golf: Drop off and pick up at Shawangunk Golf Course.
Good luck to all our student athletes! We can't wait to cheer on our newest Blue Devils!
JV and Varsity drop-off and pick-up (most sports): Please use the back of Ellenville Elementary School by the Kindergarten wing.
EXCEPTIONS:
-Varsity Boys Soccer: Drop off and pick up at Leipold Field.
-Varsity Boys Golf: Drop off and pick up at Shawangunk Golf Course.
Good luck to all our student athletes! We can't wait to cheer on our newest Blue Devils!
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.
Registration is NOW OPEN for Modified Sports for the Fall 2025 season!
Check out our Modified Sports:
-Modified Volleyball
-Modified Boys Soccer
-Modified Girls Soccer
-Modified Football
Modified Tryouts Begin: September 4, 2025
Find complete information about requirements, how to register, sports physicals, and more on our website: https://www.ecs.k12.ny.us/page/athletic-information
Get your game on, Blue Devils!
Check out our Modified Sports:
-Modified Volleyball
-Modified Boys Soccer
-Modified Girls Soccer
-Modified Football
Modified Tryouts Begin: September 4, 2025
Find complete information about requirements, how to register, sports physicals, and more on our website: https://www.ecs.k12.ny.us/page/athletic-information
Get your game on, Blue Devils!
Fall Sports Registration is NOW OPEN!
Ellenville families—it's time to gear up for an exciting season! Registration for all Varsity and Junior Varsity (JV) Fall sports is now available on our website here.
Available sports include: Varsity Football, Varsity Boys Soccer, Varsity Girls Soccer, Varsity Volleyball, JV Volleyball, Boys Varsity Golf, Girls Varsity Tennis, and Varsity Cross Country.
Tryouts begin on Monday, August 18, which is also the deadline to register.
Questions? Contact the Athletic Office at (845) 647-0134.
Let’s go Blue Devils!
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!
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
We want to share a few important reminders as we begin Regents testing : No school on Tuesday, June 10 and Wednesday, June 11 for students not scheduled to take a Regents exam. Only students who are testing should come to school on those days. Students taking an exam should arrive by 7:45 AM as exams will begin promptly at 8:15 AM. Cell phones are not allowed in testing rooms. Phones must be turned into school personnel upon arrival. Transportation, breakfast, and lunch will be available for students who are testing. The last day of school for all students is Monday, June 16, 2025. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (845) 647-0128.