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
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!
The Ellenville community is encouraged to participate in the school budget vote and Board of Education election TODAY (May 20) at the Ellenville Junior/Senior High School Media Center, which is located at 28 Maple Avenue. Polls will be open from 8 AM to 8 PM, with ample parking available. If you'd like to learn more about what's on this year's ballot ahead of casting your vote, please visit www.ecs.k12.ny.us/article/2186001
This is a reminder that the Ellenville Central School District will be closed from Monday, April 14, through Friday, April 18, for its annual Spring Break. In addition, schools will be closed on Monday, April 21, due to our unused emergency closing days. Enjoy your time off. We'll see all of our Blue Devils back on Tuesday, April 22!
The 2025-2026 school calendar was approved during a Board of Education meeting on April 8 . Check it out here: www.ecs.k12.ny.us/page/printable-calendars
This week, we recognize our Assistant Principals (APs) who work diligently to ensure our students and staff have every support to succeed every day. We applaud our APs for providing the backbone of our school environments and creating safe, positive learning spaces for all students. They're a constant presence in the hallways and keep their doors open, welcoming students who need specific support or just a supportive ear. Our Assistant Principals support teachers with resources, guidance, and encouragement. They tackle difficult challenges with grace, build meaningful relationships throughout our community, manage numerous responsibilities, and help make the Ellenville Central School District a place where all of our Blue Devils thrive. We thank our dedicated Assistant Principals for their leadership, commitment, and steadfast support of our school community!
For National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we're shining the spotlight on the hardworking Teaching Assistants who make the Ellenville Central School District such a caring, supportive place to learn. Our Teaching Assistants are the learning champions who create magic in our classrooms every day, offering a balance of encouragement and guidance that helps our students reach their potential. The difference they make ripples through our hallways and into our community. Thank you for pouring your hearts into this important work!
As of today, the Ellenville Central School District has three unused emergency closing days. As a result, school will be closed on the following dates: Monday, April 21, 2025; Friday, May 23, 2025; and Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Please note that this schedule is subject to change if any additional emergency closing days are used before May 27.
REMINDER: There is a Superintendent Conference Day on Wednesday, March 19. There will be no school for students.
Ellenville families: Have you completed our School Climate/Family Engagement Survey yet? A link to the survey has been emailed to the primary contact listed in SchoolTool. You can also access it here: https://tripod.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_78TKTIBGftfz6yG.
You have until Friday, March 21 to share your honest feedback about your experiences in our District. We appreciate your input!
The Ellenville Central School District proudly presents a District-wide Choral Concert, featuring talented student voices from the 5th and 6th Grade Chorus, the Junior High School Chorus, the Senior High School Chorus, and the Fortissimos.
📅 Date: March 4
📍 Location: Jr/Sr High School Auditorium
⏰ Time: 7 PM
Come support our young musicians and enjoy an evening filled with incredible performances! Admission is free—bring your friends and family!
Congratulations to the 858 ECSD students who received Outstanding Attendance Awards for Quarter 2! If you are still in need of a yard stake to display your student's sign, please stop by the Elementary or Jr/Sr High School main office to pick one up.
Try some New York State (NYS) pizza made with local ingredients this Friday, February 28, at our Ellenville school cafeterias! Our food service staff has put together pizzas with stone-milled whole wheat crust from One Mighty Mill, sauce made with NYS tomatoes at Casa Visco in Schenectady, and mozzarella cheese made with NYS milk at Belgioioso, also in Schenectady! Fun optional toppings include Smoked Venison Garlic Sausage from Highland Farm in Germantown, or Meatballs from Slate Foods. See you in the cafeteria!
National School Resource Officer (SRO) Appreciation Day falls on Saturday, February 15 this year. Let's enter the weekend with extra appreciation for all that our SROs do! We honor our outstanding Officers Felicia Torres, Stephen Winchell, and Danielle Rodriguez. These dedicated professionals go far beyond just ensuring physical safety; they are mentors, protectors, and trusted allies for our students. Each day, these officers embody our District's core belief: students come first. Their commitment extends well beyond security—they're compassionate listeners, positive role models, and essential members of our school family. Thank you for keeping our students safe and making a daily difference in their lives!
Reminder: The Ellenville Central School District will be closed on Monday, February 17, in honor of Presidents' Day.
A reminder to parents/guardians: If you have not already done so this school year, please complete this year's Digital Equity Survey. For more information, including a link to the survey, visit www.ecs.k12.ny.us/article/1966477
Did You Know?
Missing just one or two days of school every few weeks can cause students to fall behind academically. At the Ellenville Central School District, we believe every school day counts toward your child's success.
What counts as concerning attendance?
🟢 Satisfactory: 9 or fewer days missed per year
🟡 Warning Signs: 10-17 days missed per year
🔴 Chronic: 18+ days missed per year
How can families help promote consistent attendance?
✅ Establish solid daily routines, including homework time and bedtime.
✅ Schedule appointments outside school hours when possible.
✅ Reach out to friends, family, or neighbors if you need help with transportation.
✅ Talk with your child's teacher or counselor if your student feels anxious about school.
Remember: By Grade 9, attendance is actually a better predictor of graduation rates than Grade 8 test scores! Let's work together to give our students the best chance at success.
Please note: The Ellenville Junior High School Drama Club’s Saturday performance of “Beetlejuice Jr.” is being moved from 7 PM to 3 PM to avoid the possible winter weather. Anyone who purchased advance tickets for Saturday who would now prefer to attend the Friday evening performance will have their tickets honored at that show.