Board approves 2026-27 school calendar

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District’s 2026-27 school calendar is now available. It was approved by the Board of Education on Monday, March 9.  The calendar sets school holidays, vacation weeks and days off for students due to staff development days. Once school and district events and activities are scheduled for the new school year, that …

2026-27 budget proposal begins to take shape

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District is making progress developing the 2026-27 school budget proposal. Superintendent Darcy Woodcock and School Business Administrator Brian Bartlett provided updates and outlined the Non-Instructional Budget during the Board of Education meeting on Monday, March 9. Like many neighboring districts across the state, Jamesville-DeWitt is navigating a rise in essential operating …

J-D students shine in Onondaga County Jr. High Math League

J-D Middle School students recently wrapped up an impressive season in the Onondaga County Jr. High Math League, tying for first place among 21 middle schools. The Math League season includes monthly competitions from November through February. During each meet, students tackle timed math questions that challenge their skills in logic, combinatorics, probability and other …

Café Español helps students practice Spanish conversation skills

This year, Jamesville-DeWitt High School’s Spanish Honor Society and Spanish Club have partnered up to present Café Español, a monthly gathering in which all students are invited to practice their Spanish conversation skills in a low-pressure environment.  The format changes each month to keep things fresh. For example, in January, students discussed “Would You Rather” …

J-D student elected District Lieutenant Governor for Key Club International

Nozila Alibekova, a J-D High School sophomore, has been elected District Lieutenant Governor for Key Club International, a highly prestigious leadership position. The student-led organization focuses on building character, fostering leadership, and performing community service.  As District Lieutenant Governor, Nozila will support and strengthen Key Clubs throughout her division while serving as a liaison between …

District will administer annual Student Climate Survey in grades 3-12 in March

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District strives to provide the best educational experience possible for our students. That’s why we continue to utilize student climate surveys. Responses provide invaluable insights that help the district improve and adapt to student needs. To gather this vital feedback from students, the district will be administering a student climate survey …

J-D Middle School presents “Once Upon a Mattress”

Tickets are on sale for J-D Middle School’s upcoming production of “Once Upon a Mattress: Youth Edition.” More than 50 students are involved in the performance, including 27 cast members, 16 pit members, 6 crew members, and 2 costume managers. Shows will take place at the J-D High School Osborn Auditorium on Friday, March 6 …

J-DHS students advance in Science Olympiad

19 J-D High School students are advancing to the New York state Science Olympiad competition. They will compete against the top 60 schools across the state at LeMoyne College on March 20-21. To advance, they first competed at the Mid-State Regional Competition at LeMoyne in January. A total of 35 students, grouped into three teams, …

J-D Middle School students are recognized for poetry skills

Six J-D Middle School eighth-grade students have been recognized for Scholastic Writing Awards poetry entries. Congratulations to:  Aldijana Salkic, Gold Key – “Matryoshka Doll” Joy Appiah, Honorable Mention –  “My Canvas; Full of Joy” Avery Poag, Honorable Mention – “One Rough Draft” Kaya Prasad, Honorable Mention – “Hole in My Heart” Mayde Anastasio, Honorable Mention …

District outlines 2026-27 budget development guiding goals

Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District administrators are outlining their vision for the 2026-27 budget development process and sharing steps they’ve already taken to keep staff and the broader community informed. Superintendent Darcy Woodcock and School Business Administrator Brian Bartlett have presented up-to-date budget information at regular board of education meetings, which they’ve also been sharing with …

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