On May 20, Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District voters approved the district’s proposed $75.3 million spending plan for the 2025-26 school year. It carries a 1.96% tax levy increase and increased spending of 5.56% compared to the current school year. Voters approved the budget 697 to 274. “We appreciate everyone who took the time to make …
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Residents of the Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District will vote on a proposed $75,327,667 budget with a tax levy increase of 1.96% for the 2025-26 school year next week. If approved, the spending plan will maintain all student programming and support goals outlined in the district’s new 2-year strategic plan while minimizing its financial impact on …
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We’re excited to share that Jamesville-DeWitt Middle School art classes are teaming up with Helping Hounds Dog Rescue for a special community fundraiser! The goal is to help cover the care costs for dogs waiting to be adopted. As part of this effort, community members can purchase a $5 raffle ticket for a chance to …
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We’re proud to share that multiple Jamesville-DeWitt High School students have earned the New York state Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB)! The NYSSB recognizes high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in one or more languages in addition to English. Students must demonstrate the required level …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District wants your input as administrators and the Board of Education reviews Governor Hochul’s recommendations to promote distraction-free learning environments and improve student focus by limiting smartphone use in schools. In anticipation of the state requirement being enacted prior to the 2025-26 school year, the district would like to be prepared …
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Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District administrators will present the 2025-26 budget proposal during a public hearing on Monday, May 12. The hearing will begin at 7 p.m. in J-D High School’s Large Group Room. You can also attend this virtually via Zoom. The district’s $75.3 million proposal for the 2025-26 school year calls for a $3.9 …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Athletic Department hosted a National Letter of Intent signing for student-athletes on Tuesday, May 6. It was held in the high school’s Athletic Hall of Fame area. The ceremony celebrated student-athletes who have proudly committed to a future of higher education. Administration, coaches, and families gathered to celebrate this exciting …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education is pleased to announce the decision to select Dr. Darcy Woodcock as the district’s new Superintendent of Schools. Woodcock is a Central New York native with more than two decades of education experience. She is currently the Superintendent of Tully Central Schools. Pending the outcome of …
The safety of Jamesville-DeWitt students and staff remains a top priority for the administration and Board of Education. That’s why it’s one of the three focus areas in the district’s next strategic plan. “Blueprint for Excellence” was adopted by the board during Monday’s regular meeting. In an effort to get a head start on the …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Board of Education is making progress in selecting the district’s next leader. An update was provided during Monday’s regular meeting. The board has been working with OCM BOCES District Superintendent, Matthew L. Cook, Ed. D. to conduct a confidential search. They’re using stakeholder input to evaluate candidates based on characteristics and traits wanted …
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