The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education adopted the 2025-26 District Safety Plan during Monday night’s regular meeting. The plan was first presented during a public hearing on Monday, August 25. The public was given the opportunity to provide feedback. The district and board of education evaluates the district safety plan each year in …
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Members of the J-D High School Orchestra recently took part in an incredible opportunity thanks to former Superintendent Dr. Alice Kendrick. She serves on the Syracuse Orchestra board and asked students to participate in the hiring process of the local symphony’s next Music Director. J-D High School Orchestra Director Dan Blumenthal and Dr. Kendrick were …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Faculty Association is inviting the community to take advantage of an upcoming Community Vaccine Clinic. It will take place at Jamesville-DeWitt Middle School (6280 Randall Road) on Friday, Sept. 26 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wegmans will be offering regular and senior dose (65+) vaccines for the flu along …
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Before Jamesville Elementary School Principal Marcy Baker became a dedicated educator, she was a force on the soccer field. Baker was among 14 honorees recently inducted into the New York State Girls Soccer Hall of Fame (HOF), which was established in 2017. It recognizes players, coaches, referees, administrators and journalists who have made significant contributions …
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Moses DeWitt Elementary School teacher and J-D alum Elizabeth De La Roca has published a second children’s book. It features the same character in her first book, “Sal the Snowball.” The new story, “Sal’s Summer Adventure,” follows Sal as he explores new things that aren’t so typical for a snow person and how he navigates …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education approved the 2025-26 tax rates for school district residents at its August 25 meeting. The primary factors that determine final tax rates are the school tax levy, towns’ assessed values and equalization rates. Tax rates are then used to calculate the amount each property owner ultimately pays …
The Jamesville-DeWitt Board of Education conducted a second reading of two policies and approved both during its regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 25. 7316 Use of internet-enabled devices during the school day 5685 Maximum temperature for school buildings and indoor facilities District officials crafted both policies in accordance with state law. They also collected vital …
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Having a comprehensive plan in place to handle a wide range of possible emergencies is a critical component of school management and student safety. That’s why the Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District and board of education routinely evaluates and updates the district safety plan. They are asking for your input during the process. Administrators will present …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District is happy to share that all open School Patrol Officer positions have been filled and security coverage will be provided at each school building at the start of the 2025-26 school year. Chris Schmitt, Moses DeWitt Elementary School Brian Dumas, Tecumseh Elementary School Jason D’Addio, Jamesville Elementary School Mark Shea, …
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Keeping students safe to and from school – that’s the goal of a new initiative led by Onondaga County. Starting on the first day of school, Jamesville-DeWitt and five other local districts, will participate in a School Bus Safety Program. The goal is to protect students and curb the illegal act of passing a stopped …
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