AHS Italian and Spanish Club students visited the Lutheran Care Center to hand-deliver handmade cards and sing carols for the residents.
The spirit of giving is alive and well at West Road!
This month, the fourth graders in Ms. Jacques and Ms. Cory’s class poured their hearts into crafting beautiful, handmade holiday cards for our local senior citizens.
The highlight of the project came on Dec. 12, when a special guest, "Santa Joe" (Arlington bus driver Joe Torres), made a stop at the school! He personally collected the cards to deliver them to the Office for the Aging in Poughkeepsie, ensuring they reach seniors just in time for the holidays. “I think I had more fun than the kids!” shared Torres. “I know when I deliver these cards, the seniors will be absolutely as elated as I certainly was as I read each one!”
This heartwarming project was more than just a classroom activity; it was a beautiful bridge between generations and a wonderful way to spread holiday joy throughout our community.
The talented students of LaGrange Middle School's Arlington Voices choir performed on Q92.1 FM on December 11th. Listen to them perform by clicking here.
Vail Farm held its sixth annual Day of Giving on Nov. 21. This heartwarming tradition was spearheaded by the amazing Student Council! Each Vail student donated a Thanksgiving item (stuffing, instant potatoes, applesauce, canned vegetables, gravy, cranberry sauce, instant rice, mac & cheese, cornbread mix) and students paraded into the cafeteria, setting all of the donated items on a table.
These items helped feed 32 Arlington families from across the district, not just Vail Farm! All extra donations were passed on to Dutchess Outreach, extending the festive goodwill even further into our community!
These items helped feed 32 Arlington families from across the district, not just Vail Farm! All extra donations were passed on to Dutchess Outreach, extending the festive goodwill even further into our community!
In conjunction with the Poughkeepsie Library's Great Read, author Laurie Halse Anderson visited Arlington High School on Thursday, November 6. She presented two dynamic lectures on her book, Rebellion 1776, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl navigating Boston during the 1776 siege.
Anderson also presented a third talk about her influential novel, Speak, which delves into the challenging experience of a high school freshman who becomes an outcast after breaking up a party.
Each year, the Poughkeepsie Library chooses a book for the Big Read, which encourages the community to read, discuss, and participate in thematic events. This year’s theme was Eve of Revolution, which explored various aspects of the American Revolution.
Anderson also presented a third talk about her influential novel, Speak, which delves into the challenging experience of a high school freshman who becomes an outcast after breaking up a party.
Each year, the Poughkeepsie Library chooses a book for the Big Read, which encourages the community to read, discuss, and participate in thematic events. This year’s theme was Eve of Revolution, which explored various aspects of the American Revolution.
Arlington HS seniors who were students in Mr. McHugh's AP class last year, were instrumental in getting a new historic marker placed at the former home of artist Caroline Clowes. The unveiling of the new marker was Friday Oct. 24.
(L to R) Jacob Lasso Sanchez, Sierra Bischoff, Emma Suozzo, and Kate O'Connell.
(L to R) Jacob Lasso Sanchez, Sierra Bischoff, Emma Suozzo, and Kate O'Connell.
LMS held its first annual Take a Hike Celebration Oct. 15 & 16. During PE and Health classes, students headed outside to hike the campus perimeter and enjoy the incredible fall colors!
Arlington's newest musicians are off to a fantastic start! On September 9 and 19, band teachers held their annual First Lesson Nights, creating an exciting launchpad for the musical journeys of students.
Fourth graders and their families got a hands-on introduction, learning how to assemble their instruments and play their very first notes. To make the night even more special, high school band members were there to help out and share their love of music. Plus, everyone was treated to a performance by musicians from the Arlington High School Marching Band!
Fourth graders and their families got a hands-on introduction, learning how to assemble their instruments and play their very first notes. To make the night even more special, high school band members were there to help out and share their love of music. Plus, everyone was treated to a performance by musicians from the Arlington High School Marching Band!
At AHS, Mrs. Marden's Regents Biology students got an unforgettable lesson in conservation, right in their own backyard.
Students had the opportunity to go outside to meet a newly hatched endangered Blanding's Turtle with retired AHS teacher Maribel Mueller. They were thrilled to learn firsthand all about this rare species and the vital conservation work Mrs. Mueller leads right there on school property. What a fantastic way to connect with science and make a real difference!
Students in the Winners Circle Automotive Build, Visual Communications, and Marketing courses are excited to get started on a year-long project that will give them the opportunity to develop plans as a team and build a race car from the ground up, while learning about the many ways available to promote the project.
The Winners Circle Project is designed to inspire fresh, young, innovative minds through STEAM programs embedded in the exciting world of car racing and create opportunities for hands-on experience.
The Winners Circle Project is designed to inspire fresh, young, innovative minds through STEAM programs embedded in the exciting world of car racing and create opportunities for hands-on experience.
Arlington HS biology teacher, Tricia Muraco, spent six weeks this summer at Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies participating in scientific research and developing innovative instructional materials for her classroom. Donning mesh-covered hats to protect them from insects, a research team investigated the legacy effects of spongy moth caterpillar defoliation on forest structure and productivity.
Based on her experience, Ms. Muraco is designing a lab that will get her students out into the forest at Baird Park. The students will work in teams to measure productivity, biomass, and carbon sequestration, as well as how disturbances shape those variables.
Over the coming school year, she will continue to work with the Biology Research Experience for Teachers (BIORETS) program managers to refine, implement, and evaluate her new lesson plans.
Based on her experience, Ms. Muraco is designing a lab that will get her students out into the forest at Baird Park. The students will work in teams to measure productivity, biomass, and carbon sequestration, as well as how disturbances shape those variables.
Over the coming school year, she will continue to work with the Biology Research Experience for Teachers (BIORETS) program managers to refine, implement, and evaluate her new lesson plans.
Arlington graduates Christopher Atkins (class of 2022) and Catherine Embry (class of 2024) won championships at the Drum Corps International (DCI) finals on August 9, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Atkins marched with the Boston Crusaders (Boston, MA) this summer in DCI’s elite World Class, while Embry marched with the Spartans (Nashua, NH) in Open Class. The Spartans and Embry made history by winning their third consecutive Open Class Championship. The Boston Crusaders made history on multiple fronts by winning the championship, by receiving the high caption awards for Brass, Color Guard, and Percussion, and by achieving a very rare perfect score in the percussion caption.
Both students are graduates of the Arlington Marching Band program, which sets them up for success with such high level organizations. Many Arlington graduates have gone on to march in drum corps across the country,.
Atkins marched with the Boston Crusaders (Boston, MA) this summer in DCI’s elite World Class, while Embry marched with the Spartans (Nashua, NH) in Open Class. The Spartans and Embry made history by winning their third consecutive Open Class Championship. The Boston Crusaders made history on multiple fronts by winning the championship, by receiving the high caption awards for Brass, Color Guard, and Percussion, and by achieving a very rare perfect score in the percussion caption.
Both students are graduates of the Arlington Marching Band program, which sets them up for success with such high level organizations. Many Arlington graduates have gone on to march in drum corps across the country,.
Arlington High School has received the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) 2024-2025 Sportsmanship Promotion Banner Award! According to NYPHSAA the award is presented "to schools that have developed proactive approaches in keeping sportsmanship in the forefront with their students, coaches, spectators and communities."
"We are honored to accept the NYSPHSAA Sportsmanship promotion award,” said Arlington Athletic Director Michael Cring. “In education-based athletics, sportsmanship and character are areas our coaching staff works to foster in our athletes as we try to develop individuals that will be positive leaders in their community."
"We are honored to accept the NYSPHSAA Sportsmanship promotion award,” said Arlington Athletic Director Michael Cring. “In education-based athletics, sportsmanship and character are areas our coaching staff works to foster in our athletes as we try to develop individuals that will be positive leaders in their community."
Under clear skies, a spectacular milestone was reached as 650 members of the Class of 2025 proudly received their diplomas at Arlington High School's 100th Commencement ceremony on June 27. Watch the ceremony at: https://www.youtube.com/live/ZOsGIvNStY8?feature=shared
Union Vale Middle School Home and Career Skills (HACS) students brought Vail Farm kindergartner's monster designs to life!
LaGrange Middle School's Cram the Classroom drive was a huge success, thanks to the incredible generosity of school community! Students from the Community Service Club did an amazing job sorting and packing all the donations, which have now been sent to restock the shelves at Dutchess Outreach. A big thank you to everyone who contributed!
Arthur S. May School students had a blast at a field day filled with fun and games for everyone!
Arlington High School students were awarded certificates for completing their capstone projects for the Seal of Civic Readiness during the Arlington CSD board meeting on June 10.
The Seal Civic Readiness was designed by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to recognize students who have demonstrated the ability to make a positive difference in the public life of our communities through the combination of civic knowledge, skills, actions, mindsets, and experiences. The Seal of Civic Readiness is a seal of distinction awarded by the NYSED that students can earn for their high school transcript and diploma, serving as a statement of accomplishment for the students, their families, future employers and college admissions.
Traver Road second graders enjoyed last week's Queen City Dance residency, giving them an opportunity to get up and move while learning dance steps and teamwork! #arlingtonspirit
Vail Farm students enjoyed an Engineer visit on Friday, April 25th.
In these photos: students in Mrs. Killmer's 3rd grade class were challenged with planning, building and testing a catapult.
