The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District values the input of our families. That’s why administrators are partnering with Panorama Education to conduct a 2026 Family Survey. On Monday, June 8 you’ll receive a ParentSquare message and alert from the district explaining how the survey works and that it is active. The survey is confidential and will …
The Jamesville-DeWitt Board of Education has approved schedule changes to the last week of the 2025-26 school calendar due to a remaining emergency closure day. Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25 will now be half-days. Thursday, June 25 will now mark the final day of the school year for students. Staff will still work …
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J-D High School held its largest Kente Cloth Ceremony to date on Saturday, May 30. The school presented 18 seniors with a meaningful colorful stole. The ceremony included a special message from UMOJA/Kente Club Advisor Sabrina Scott and Keynote Speaker Tasha Bazille who graduated from Jamesville-DeWitt in 2020. 2023 graduate Miracle Lowrance also helped with …
Jamesville-DeWitt High School is celebrating seven students whose 2025 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) scores earned them a spot in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations to: Kavya Arasu Abigail Cooke Evan Wagner-Flynn William Hougland Arian Ranjbaran Benjamin Ruckdeschel Jiwon Yim From more than 1.3 million program entrants, these students are among …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Athletics Department hosted a National Letter of Intent Signing Ceremony on Thursday, May 21 in J-D High School’s Hall of Fame area. Four student-athletes were recognized for committing to play athletics in college. Congratulations to: Stephen Bazile, St. John Fisher University (Basketball) Daniel Kresge, Marywood University (Lacrosse) Madelyn Murphy, SUNY …
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A number of J-D High School students are one step closer to earning their New York state Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB). The final step is upholding high averages in their 12th grade English or Capstone courses. The NYSSB recognizes high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and …
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On May 19, Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District voters approved the district’s proposed $74.9 million spending plan for the 2026-27 school year. It carries a 2.63% tax levy increase and a 0.48% decrease in spending compared to the current school year. Voters approved the budget 656 to 174. “I want to extend my sincere thanks to …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Athletic Department will host a National Letter of Intent Signing Ceremony on Thursday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m. in J-D High School’s Hall of Fame area. Six student-athletes will be recognized. Please join us to celebrate: Stephen Bazile, St. John Fisher University (Basketball) Dae’Jier Brooks, St. Lawrence University (Football) Luciano …
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Over the next few months, the Jamesville-DeWitt community will see 2024 Capital Project work ramping up across the district. These improvements are part of phase one, which aims to ensure every student has access to a safe, healthy, and modern learning environment. In line with the district’s strategic plan, these upgrades prioritize student wellness and …
On Tuesday, May 19, Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District residents will vote on a proposed $74.9 million budget for the 2026-27 school year. In order to balance the budget, the district used three guiding goals to address a $5 million budget gap, caused largely by increased operating costs like utilities and insurance. District leaders reduced spending …
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