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Wappingers Central School District

25 Corporate Park Drive / P.O. Box 396 / Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 / PH: 845.298.5000

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We can't wait to welcome our staff and students back for another great year! Please visit the Back-to-School Hub on our website for key info, all in one place, and contact us at wcsd.pr@wcsdny.org if you don’t see something you’re looking for.

Capital Improvements: Updates

In May of 2025, voters approved a long-term Capital Improvement project,  which will enhance our buildings and improve the student experience. Work on Phase 1 has begun at a variety of sites across the district, and we look forward to keeping the community informed on the progress! View our web page here; we will be updating it during the summer and beyond. 

Insure Your District-Issued Chromebook

Secondary-school families,
We offer the option to add insurance for your district-issued Chromebook for $32.00.  Avoid costly repairs and replacements!
Purchase insurance online here, by October 31. 
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Need a printed form?
2026-27 Chromebook Insurance Form: English
2026-27 Chromebook Insurance Form: Spanish

 

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Today, we honor the lives lost on September 11. 2001.

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We're so excited to welcome staff and students back for the 2026-27 school year! Please visit our Back-to-School Hub if you have questions or need help.

Back-to-School Hub
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Congrats to the John Jay HS FFA on their great showing at the Dutchess County Fair! Jenna Lawrence - Dairy Cow: Grand Champion Swiss, Jr Show Reserve Jr Champion Swiss, Open Show Grand Champion Swiss, Open Show Grand Champion Guernsey Justin Lawrence - Dairy Cow: Open Show Grand Reserve Champion Swiss | Vegetable: 1st place Pumpkin, Big Max Type Nicolette Argow - Rabbit: Mixed Breed Lop Matthew Michaelis - Rooster: 1st place Standard Breed Rooster | Vegetables: 1st place Cucumbers + Squash, 2nd place Garlic + Sweet Italian Peppers + Potatoes, 3rd place Beets + Carrots Jason Lawrence (1st Grade-JJ FFA Honorary Future Member) - Dairy Cow: 1st place WInter Calf + Reserve Jr. Champion -Youth

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So much energy in our schools on opening day! Dr. Bonk visited our buildings, where staff welcomed students back for 2026-27.

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Congratulations to Juan Uribe, Gayhead ES Head Custodian: he’s the recipient of the Mid-Hudson School Study Council Award for Excellence in the Support Staff category!The various administrators who nominated him all agreed that there is no one more deserving of this award. He is a dedicated reliable employee, who performs his job with so much passion and energy, and attention to detail. But he’s also a kind, compassionate person who builds meaningful relationships with students. Gayhead administrators said, “He has become one of the heartbeats of our school community because he embraces every opportunity to bring joy to our students.” We're so fortunate to have Juan on our team!

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Welcoming our newest teachers! “We are thrilled to have you on our team.” Dr. Bonk told them. “Thank for choosing us!” HR Executive Director Renee Harris remarked that a common thread emerged in all of her conversations with our new teachers: they are all here to make a true difference in children’s lives. Have a great first year!

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School Supply Drive items have been delivered to Myers Corners, Sheafe Road, and Evans elementary schools, ready to be used for students who may need them throughout the year. We are so grateful to the Rotary Club of Wappingers Falls for their generosity!

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We offer competitive salaries, great benefits, and many jobs line up with student schedules! We're an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Check out all of the opportunities here.
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Just a small sampling of the work going on district-wide: we’re so thankful for the community’s support of our capital improvements proposition! Shown here: John Jay HS Field House demolition, with a new and improved building to come; tree removal at Myers Corners ES to make way for expanded parking; and the groundwork of a new sidewalk at Brinckerhoff ES. Check out our webpage for updates: https://bit.ly/WCSDImprovements

Check our web page for updates
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A recap of events and accomplishments in our schools.

Check it Out

what's happening

  • THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT IS HEREBY NOTIFYING THE PUBLIC OF A SPECIAL MEETING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 AT 8:00 A.M. (in the morning)
    The meeting will be held at District Office, 25 Corporate Park Dr. Hopewell Junction, NY
    Time: 8:00 am (in the morning).
    The meeting may be viewed via remote live stream @ www.youtube.com/@wcsdmedia9266/streams
    A recording will also be uploaded to the video library for viewing at a later date.
    The purpose of the Special Meeting is to consider approval of personnel lists that cannot wait until the next scheduled meeting. The agenda will be posted in Board Docs on Tuesday, 9/8/26 by 3 pm: https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/wcsd/Board.nsf/vpublic?open .

  • The District is now accepting letters of interest from community members through September 25, 2026 for the following committees: 

    Audit
    Capital Improvement
    District-Wide School Safety 
    Wellness

    Letters must include name, contact information and any specific qualifications and/or expertise that would serve the work of the committee, in accordance with their applicable charter. To get an idea of the type of work the committees do, click here to view charters, agendas, and minutes from last year’s committees.

     

     

  • Secondary-school families: Insurance is available for your District-issued Chromebook. Purchase it by October 31 to avoid costly repairs and replacements!

    Click here to view the paper form, or here to purchase online.  

  • Our athletes are hard at work! Find Game Schedules here.
    Can’t make it, or have distant family? Select games are streamed on LocalLive

 

Wappingers CSD Mission

To empower all of our students with the competencies and confidence to challenge themselves, to pursue their passions, and to realize their potential while growing as responsible members of their community.

About Us

A collage of six photos showing teachers, staff, and students at Roy C. Ketcham High School, including hallway portraits, group photos outdoors, and classroom activities.A Message from the Superintendent

Dear Wappingers CSD Community,

As I visited our 15 schools on our first day of classes, I was extremely impressed by the energy and enthusiasm shown by staff, students, and families. It was such a pleasure to see the positive culture and climate in our schools! Now that school is in full swing, there will be a number of exciting events happening throughout our district: concerts, Parents as Partners nights, sporting events, and more. Individual schools will update their website calendars and share details on school-specific events with their families, so be on the lookout! You can also check the District calendar page for information on concerts, athletics, BOE meetings, and cycle days. 
As always, our goal is to create an environment conducive to build teaching and learning, allowing our students to reach their highest academic, social, and emotional potential. Please do not hesitate to contact your building or District administration with any questions or concerns. We look forward to working together this year, as we continue to “Focus on Today and Plan for Tomorrow.”
 

With Much Gratitude,
Dr. Dwight Bonk

Superintendent of Schools

Project-Based Learning

Real-World Problems, Real-Life Solutions

In PBL projects, our students take an active role in the process: they ask questions, develop designs, and see their projects come to life.  Partnerships inside and outside our schools take learning to new levels. 

Explore the Projects

District Calendar

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