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/
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: Isabella Velazquez, Junior High School Band and Jack Henry, Senior High School Band. Congratulations!
Each month, a student from the Ellenville Junior High School Art program and the Senior High School 2D and 3D Art programs is selected as Artist of the Month. Students earn this title by demonstrating excellent effort and a drive to think, create, and express ideas through works of art. Congratulations to our Artists of the Month for December! They are: Alexa DuPont, Junior High School Art; Leo Zolynski, Senior High School 2D Art; and Veda Stewart, Senior High School 3D Art.
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!
This is a reminder for Ellenville Junior/Senior High School students that Regents Exams will be administered on January 21, 22, 23, and 24. Only students who are scheduled to take exams on these dates are expected to come to school at the times of their exams.
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!
📚 ATTENTION ELLENVILLE SENIORS & FAMILIES! 📚
Need help with your FAFSA application? Join us for our Financial Aid Workshop!
📅 Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 6 PM
📍 Location: Ellenville 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 hands-on help with this important college preparation step!
Interested in attending? Please contact Maria Smith at (845) 647-0138 to reserve your spot.
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 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 November! They are: Giovanni Robles, Junior High Choir and Nydia Lopez, Senior High Choir. Congratulations!
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!
Each month, a student from the Ellenville Junior High School Art program and the Senior High School 2D and 3D Art programs is selected as Artist of the Month. Students earn this title by demonstrating excellent effort and a drive to think, create, and express ideas through works of art. Congratulations to our Artists of the Month for November! They are: Shazia Zaara, Junior High School Art; Evan Levine, Evan Levine; and Jose Guzman, Senior High School 3D Art.
A big round of applause for the members of our Ellenville Basketball teams, who gave it their all during the third annual Rumble in the Valley Tournament on December 6 and 7!
The Girls defeated Fallsburg on Friday with an impressive score of 72-24. Mariah Kinscy led the team with 20 points and 16 steals, while Nevaeh Ramos contributed 18 points and 8 steals. On Saturday, the Girls claimed victory in the Championship game against Tri-Valley with a score of 49-40. Ramos delivered a standout performance, recording a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds. She also set a new career-high by scoring 5 three-pointers. Kinscy added 13 points to the effort.
Special congratulations to Ramos, who was named Tournament MVP for the Girls, and to Kinscy, who earned a spot on the All-Tournament team.
On the Boys' side, the Blue Devils defeated Fallsburg on Friday with a final score of 72-28. Top scorers included Malik Barrett with 14 points, Alen Ibric with 12 points, and Kwaku Boahen with 12 points. Unfortunately, the team fell to O’Neill in the Championship game the following day.
Both teams showed incredible skill, teamwork, and determination—setting the tone for an exciting season ahead!
Congratulations to Austin Sahlstrom and Pedro Bonachea, Ellenville's Student Athletes of the Month for November!
Don’t miss Ellenville’s Rumble in the Valley Basketball Tournament, taking place December 6 and 7. Check out the schedule for more details!
Thank you everyone who participated in the Capital Project vote. The proposition was approved with 426 in favor and 324 opposed. The Board of Education and administration are so grateful for your support.