Have you considered running for the Board of Education? Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District voters will choose three district residents to serve on the board on May 20. Board members each serve a three-year term. To qualify, an individual must be: A district resident for at least one year, A U.S. citizen, Cannot be a current …
The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District has begun the search for a new Moses DeWitt Elementary School Principal. The Board of Education approved current Principal Mary Sylvester’s request for retirement at its Monday, Feb. 10 meeting. She will continue to serve the school until mid August. “For the past thirteen years Mary Sylvester has tirelessly worked …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District experienced a mailing issue with its 2025 Winter Newsletter. We apologize to anyone who did not receive a copy. You can view a digital version by clicking here. Extra copies will be made available at the District Office and in the main office of all school buildings.
We’re proud to share that Jamesville-DeWitt High School senior Peter Drew is among 15,000 Finalists in the 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Peter’s mother, J-DHS math teacher Anna Cabral Drew, helped present him with the award letter on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Peter has an opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships …
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The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District 2025-26 school calendar is now available. It was approved by the Board of Education on Monday, March 3. The calendar sets school holidays, vacation weeks and days off for students due to staff development days. Once school and district events and activities are scheduled for the new school year, that …
I want to acknowledge the growing call for more transparency as families, staff, and community members voice concerns about safety and disciplinary matters within the Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District. In particular, I want to address concerns involving a student at Jamesville-DeWitt Middle School. I want to assure you that your voices have been heard, your …
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