October is here, and the Dukes are going PINK! We’re proud to launch our Pink Spirit Wear Fundraiser in support of families in our community affected by cancer. Shop the spirit wear store here: https://dukesfight2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/. The store will be open now through October 31. Let’s fill the stands with pink this October!
October is National School Principals Month! Please join us in celebrating the incredible principals of the Marlboro Central School District! Each day, they lead with vision, heart, and dedication, creating schools where our students can learn, grow, and shine. We are proud to recognize High School Principal Ryan Lawler, Middle School Principal Debra Clinton, and Elementary School Principal Jena Thomas for their unwavering leadership, passion, and commitment to our Dukes. Thank you for all that you do to make a difference in the lives of our students and staff!
Reminder: The Marlboro Central School District will be closed on Thursday, October 2, for Yom Kippur.
Reminder: The Marlboro Central School District will be closed on Tuesday, September 23, in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
Kudos to our September Students of the Month, who were recognized at the Board of Education meeting on September 18! Congratulations to Grant Bell from Marlboro High School, Celeine Qaqish from Marlboro Middle School, and Kimberly Medina from Marlboro Elementary School. Way to go, Dukes!
The new school year is officially underway! Please be aware that there may be some bus delays during the first week of school as drivers become familiar with their routes and work to ensure that all students arrive safely at their destinations. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work together for a smooth start to the year!
Welcome back, Dukes! The first day of school is Wednesday, September 3. We're wishing all of our students, staff, and families a wonderful start to the 2025-2026 school year!
We’re in the home stretch! Students and families, don’t miss our orientations and welcome-back events happening this week. Get all the details here: https://5il.co/3o1dl
Pop in for a popsicle at Marlboro Elementary School (MES) during Popsicles with the PTA and Principals! Join us on Thursday, August 28 at 1:30 PM at the MES Grade 4 and 5 playground near the East Parking Lot. Come meet our administrators, connect with the PTA, and learn how to stay involved and informed throughout the school year.
We can't wait to see you there!
Marlboro Elementary School (MES) Principal Jena Thomas and Assistant Principal Sarah Amodeo miss their students and want to stay connected as summer rolls on! Join them on Wednesday, July 30 from 2-3 PM for a festive, fun, and non-denominational event—drive through the MES 3–5 loop, say hello, and show off your favorite holiday gear! Let’s celebrate together before we turn the corner into August. We can’t wait to see you there!
It may feel like the school year just ended, but it's never too early to get a jump on back-to-school shopping! For those who would like to plan ahead, school supply lists for the 2025-2026 school year can be found here: www.marlboroschools.org/o/mes/page/mes-supply-list-25-26
It’s that time of year again! Our end-of-year ceremonies are just around the corner. Worried about missing out on the action? We've got you covered. The Grade 5 and Grade 8 Moving-Up Ceremonies on June 26, as well as the High School Commencement Ceremony on June 27, will be broadcast live online for anyone unable to attend in person. Details and links to the livestreams can be found at: https://5il.co/3kbp5. We hope you enjoy these exciting celebrations!
Reminder: Wednesday, June 25; Thursday, June 26; and Friday, June 27 will be half days for Marlboro Middle and Elementary School students. On those days, the Middle School will dismiss at 10:20 AM and the Elementary School will dismiss at 11:20 AM. Marlboro High School will follow its end-of-year testing and proctoring schedule on those days.
Kudos to our Students of the Month for June, who were honored during a Board of Education meeting last week. They are: Lily Sullivan from Marlboro High School, Abigail Quezada Rendon from Marlboro Middle School, and Delphine Thurman from Marlboro Elementary School. Congratulations and GO DUKES!
Reminder: The Marlboro Central School District will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Also known as Freedom Day, this national holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
Kudos to our Students of the Month for May, who were honored during last week's Board of Education meeting! Congratulations to Matthew Ciarimboli from Marlboro High School and Christopher Perkowski from Marlboro Elementary School. Marlboro Middle School's Student of the Month was not present at the meeting and will be honored next month. Additionally, Grace Cerone, Marlboro Elementary School's April Student of the Month, was recognized after being absent from last month’s meeting.
This is a reminder that the Marlboro Central School District will be closed on Monday, May 26, in honor of Memorial Day. In addition, Friday, May 23, is a snow day "give back" day and schools will be closed. Enjoy the time off and please keep in mind all those who served and sacrificed their lives in the armed forces.
While you're out voting today (May 20) at 21 Milton Turnpike, don’t forget to check out the Districtwide Art Show, on display throughout the hallways of the Central Office building. An opening reception celebrating our student artists will take place from 5-7 PM. The show, which features a wide variety of artwork created by students in Grades K-12, will be on view through May 27.
The Marlboro community is encouraged to participate in the school budget vote and Board of Education election TODAY (May 20) from 6 AM to 9 PM, at the Town of Marlborough Court Room, which is located at 21 Milton Turnpike. If you'd like to learn more about what's on the ballot before heading to the polls, please visit www.marlboroschools.org/page/budget.
The Marlboro Central School District is proud to announce that it has been named a "Best Community for Music Education" by the NAMM Foundation—for the fifth time! This prestigious award recognizes outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders to make music education a vital part of a well-rounded learning experience. Districts earning this designation demonstrate exceptional commitment to and access to music education. Bravo, Dukes!
