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District embraces inquiry-based learning while teaching social studies

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District is making progress when it comes to the New York State Education Department’s push to teach through inquiries. Inquiry-based education emphasizes relevant questions that inspire students to create unique ways of researching and sharing what they learn. The district started the shift toward inquiry-based learning in 2023-24. Administrators and educators …

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J-DMS students shine on stage at All-County Music Festival

J-D Middle School musicians have had a busy month! 28 students from fifth and sixth-grade were chosen to participate in the annual Onondaga County Music Educators Association (OCMEA) Elementary All-County Music Festival that took place at Henninger High School on May 2 and 3. The musicians practiced hard, ensuring they learned the festival music prior …

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J-DMS student competes in Scripps National Spelling Bee

We’re proud to share that J-D Middle School eighth-grader Simran Sanders had a great run in the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee! She made it to the final quarterfinal round Wednesday, finishing in 58th place. “Simran has been a spelling bee force representing Central New York on a national level for the past three years. …

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Board to host Virtual Smartphone Policy Public Forum on May 28

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education invites families, students, staff, and community members to attend a Virtual Smartphone Policy Public Forum on Wednesday, May 28 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The forum comes as administrators and the board review a state requirement to limit smartphone use in schools which is expected to …

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J-DHS students place on National French & Spanish Exams

The National French Contest/Le Grand Concours is an annual competition sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French. Students of French in grades 1-12, in all 50 states and abroad, take a written test and compete against students with a similar educational background for prizes. The 60-minute national test is designed, written, financed, and …

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Jamesville-DeWitt Board of Education President resigns

Dear Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District community, As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency, I wanted to share an important update regarding the Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District Board of Education. Board President Joe Gross officially submitted his letter of resignation this week, effective immediately. He cited personal reasons for his decision to step down.  The …

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Voters approve 2025-26 school budget; elect 3 board members

On May 20, Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District voters approved the district’s proposed $75.3 million spending plan for the 2025-26 school year. It carries a 1.96% tax levy increase and increased spending of 5.56% compared to the current school year. Voters approved the budget 697 to 274. “We appreciate everyone who took the time to make …

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J-DMS teams up with Helping Hounds for Pet Portrait Fundraiser

We’re excited to share that Jamesville-DeWitt Middle School art classes are teaming up with Helping Hounds Dog Rescue for a special community fundraiser! The goal is to help cover the care costs for dogs waiting to be adopted. As part of this effort, community members can purchase a $5 raffle ticket for a chance to …

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Multiple J-DHS students earn New York state Seal of Biliteracy

We’re proud to share that multiple Jamesville-DeWitt High School students have earned the New York state Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB)! The NYSSB recognizes high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in one or more languages in addition to English. Students must demonstrate the required level …

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District launches distraction-free learning ThoughtExchange survey

The Jamesville-DeWitt Central School District wants your input as administrators and the Board of Education reviews Governor Hochul’s recommendations to promote distraction-free learning environments and improve student focus by limiting smartphone use in schools.  In anticipation of the state requirement being enacted prior to the 2025-26 school year, the district would like to be prepared …

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