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J-D Class of 2024 members recognized during awards program

On June 1, some Jamesville-DeWitt High School students were recognized for their outstanding efforts during the Junior Awards Program: ALFRED UNIVERSITY SCHOLAR AWARD – George Theobald Alfred University presents this award to a student with a strong academic record, including a rigorous curriculum and a high level of performance.  The recipient demonstrates leadership, service and …

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J-D Athletic Department monitors air quality updates

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District’s Athletic Department is closely monitoring air quality updates and the impact it could have on our sports teams. This is a fluid situation, and information and data is being evaluated hourly.  The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) released the following statement on physical activity, air quality and …

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Share your thoughts on the proposed 2023-24 J-D Code of Conduct

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023-24 J-D Code of Conduct before its adopted for the next school year. The hearing will be held during the J-D Board of Education meeting on June 12 at 7 p.m. in the district office or via Zoom.  The meeting is open …

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Jamesville-DeWitt hosts capital project ribbon cutting and open house

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District invited community members to celebrate the completion of its 2019 capital project with a ribbon cutting and open house at J-D Middle School.  A group of students, families, staff, administration, and local representatives filled the renovated library on Tuesday, June 6. Superintendent Peter Smith, Board of Education President Lori DeForest, …

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J-D staff present at NYU Metro Center’s 2023 Prioritizing Equity Conference

A group of Jamesville-DeWitt staff members recently took part in New York University Metro Center’s 2023 Prioritizing Equity Conference. It was held on Friday, June 2.  This year’s theme was decolonizing education, wellness and sustainability in leading equity efforts. The conference also looked at equity-based practices that districts and schools have developed and sustained. J-D …

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J-D alum honors high school teacher during Merrill Presidential Scholars program

A Jamesville-DeWitt alum has been named a Cornell University Merrill Presidential Scholar. The honor celebrates the school’s top 43 graduates. Besides outstanding scholastic achievement, Merrill Scholars are also recognized for their strong leadership and desire to positively impact the world beyond Cornell.  Each scholar is asked to recognize a high school and Cornell mentor who …

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J-D student takes 57th place in Scripps National Spelling Bee

J-D Middle School student Simran Sanders was among 229 regional spelling champions from across the United States and overseas to compete in the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee. The sixth grader tied for 57th place in the fifth round.  Simran went out during the definition portion of the Quarterfinals. She was asked to define “enigmatology” …

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Two J-D students named 2023 National Merit Scholarship finalists

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District is proud to announce high school students Aiden Caporaso and Sehej Bajwa were named 2023 National Merit Scholarship finalists. They were presented with a Certificate of Merit on Wednesday, May 24. They were among 18 high school students from across Central New York to make it to the semifinal round.  …

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J-D Principal awarded the Kenneth C. Andrews Police Commission Award

The DeWitt Police Department has recognized J-D Middle School Principal Andy Eldridge for his commitment to student safety. He was awarded the Kenneth C. Andrews Police Commission Award. It’s presented to a citizen, business, or community organization that has contributed to the mission of public safety in the Town of DeWitt through generosity, cooperation, commitment, …

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Jamesville-DeWitt bus fleet passes safety inspections with 100% rating

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District’s bus fleet continues to have an excellent safety record. The fleet recently passed state inspections with a 100% rating. 103 vehicles were inspected.  “Student and staff transportation safety is a priority for the district. The latest inspection rating is a great indicator of how hard our transportation department works in …

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