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8 J-DHS students inducted into National Technical Honor Society

We’re proud to share that 8 J-D High School seniors were among 154 students recently inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS). These students attend Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs through OCM BOCES. Students and families from across the region gathered for an Induction Ceremony at SRC Arena at Onondaga Community College on …

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J-DHS students participate in PRHYLI conference in Albany

We’re proud to share that some Jamesville-DeWitt High School students recently participated in the Annual Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican / Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute Albany Weekend Conference. J-DHS students Stephanie Alfonso, Stefanie Cervantes, Gabriela Garcia-Thomas, Rebeca Mendez Siquier, and Sara Skewes were chosen to represent the Syracuse Delegation for demonstrating exceptional leadership, public speaking, …

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Jamesville-DeWitt students earn 2025 CNY Scholastic Art awards

Dozens of Jamesville-DeWitt students were recognized in the 2025 Central New York Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition. The Scholastic Art Awards are the nation’s longest-running and most prestigious recognition program for teens in grades 7-12. The Central New York region includes 13 counties and nearly 400 eligible schools. Judges evaluate entries for their originality, …

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Tickets for J-DHS “Mary Poppins” musical are available!

Jamesville-DeWitt High School’s annual musical in February is sure to be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! This year’s musical, “Mary Poppins,” is a family friendly show appropriate for kids of all ages. The mysterious and practically perfect nanny, Mary Poppins, uses a mix of magic and common sense to teach the unruly Banks children and their parents the importance …

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J-DHS social worker to participate in community panel discussion

Jamesville-DeWitt High School Social Worker and Student Assistance Counselor Will Hartley has been invited to participate in an upcoming panel discussion hosted by the Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District. The public conversation will wrap up F-M’s Community Big Read event.  “From a House of Cards to a Strong Foundation: Redefining Success in our Community,” will take …

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Spanish Honor Society raises money for The Pulsera Project

Students in the Jamesville-DeWitt High School Spanish Honor Society recently raised more than $1,300 for The Pulsera Project, a fair-trade, nonprofit organization that helps Central American artisans. Society members sold hundreds of handmade bracelets and purses made by artists in Guatemala and Nicaragua. Each bracelet included the signature of the person who made it.  The …

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J-DHS group cancels “Roots and Rhythms Night: A Celebration of Community Diversity”

Student government at Jamesville-DeWitt High School has decided to cancel their multi-cultural food festival, “Roots and Rhythms Night: A Celebration of Community Diversity,”  that was scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 16 due to a lack of interest. “We appreciate your support and look forward to more exciting events in the future. Thank you for understanding,” shared …

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Two J-DHS students advance in Poetry Out Loud competition

Jamesville-DeWitt High School hosted its Poetry Out Loud competition in Dec. There were eleven participants. Senior Paloma Arena took first place, senior Jenna Abdel-Aziz took second, and sophomore Emmerson Ridzi took third.  Paloma and Jenna now advance to the upcoming Finger Lakes (Syracuse) Regional Poetry Out Loud competition next month. It will take place Thursday, …

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High school musical tickets are on sale for annual show

Jamesville-DeWitt High School’s annual musical in February is sure to be Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! This year’s musical, “Mary Poppins,” is a family friendly show appropriate for kids of all ages. The mysterious and practically perfect nanny, Mary Poppins, uses a mix of magic and common sense to teach the unruly Banks children and their parents the importance …

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J-DHS hosts 2024 Shakespeare Monologue Competition

The Jamesville-DeWitt High School English Department recently held the 2024 Shakespeare Monologue Competition.  Congratulations to the winners and all of the participants: Alex Parratt (First Place) Jenna Abdel-Aziz (Second Place) Francesca Smith (Third Place) Peter Drew (Participant) Lindsay Gaines (Participant) Clara Haegawa (Participant) Alex will represent J-DHS at the English-Speaking Union Syracuse Branch contest held …

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