(Grades 7-12)
To participate on the first day of practice, all student-athletes must have a current physical examination on file with the school.
Please submit your updated physical to the Health Office before your first practice. Student-athletes will not be permitted to participate until a valid physical is on file.
Important Start Dates:
Varsity Sports: Monday, August 24
Modified Sports: Monday, August 31
Please don't wait until the last minute! Turning in your physical early will help ensure you're cleared and ready to begin the season on time.
We look forward to a safe and successful fall sports season. Go Blue Devils!
📚 August Regents Exams
August Regents Exams are scheduled for Tuesday, August 18 and Wednesday, August 19. Review sessions are being offered to help students prepare.
Students and families have received review session information by phone and email. Questions? Contact the Guidance Office at 845-586-2647 ext. 1004.
In accordance with Education Law §2801-a and Commissioner’s regulation §155.17, each public school district must develop and annually update a District-Wide Safety Plan. The BOE reviewed the plan at their July meeting and it was made available on Board Docs and is also linked below. Annually, the District-Wide Safety Plan is to be made available for public comment, including a public hearing, and then be approved by the Board of Education by September 1. Comments, questions, or concerns will be accepted through August 18, 2026.
Please see District Plan link below:
District Safety Plan
If you have any comments, questions or concerns email Principal Joy Holden at jholden@margaretvillecs.org or Superintendent Michelle Osterhoudt at mosterhoudt@margaretvillecs.org
Updated Flyer:
We're excited to offer this 3-day Summer Farm Program to our MCS students grades (rising) 4-8. The program is free with special thanks to the Birdsall Foundation, the Center for Agricultural Development & Entrepreneurship (CADE) and Froggy Love Farm.
For REGISTRATION use the flyer QR code or find it online at: https://forms.gle/bTRtLYKZ6t7hgKqF9
Questions? Contact Karen Fairbairn, Director of Programs and Communications at CADE / karen@cadefarms.org
Due to severe weather, Open Gym has been canceled for tonight.
August 2026 Regents Examinations
Margaretville Central School will administer the August Regents Examinations on the dates and times listed below.
Exam Schedule
Tuesday, August 18
8:30 a.m.
Algebra I
English Language Arts (ELA)
Wednesday, August 19
8:30 a.m.
U.S. History & Government
Earth and Space Sciences
12:30 p.m.
Global History & Geography II
Algebra II
Geometry
Life Science: Biology
The school is currently contacting the parents/guardians of all students who are required to take an August Regents Examination by both phone and email.
If you do not receive a phone call or email and your child would like to retake a Regents exam, please contact the Guidance Office no later than Friday, July 24 to register.
Guidance Office Contact:
Khristen Balcom
845-586-2647 ext. 1004
Students planning to retake a Regents examination are strongly encouraged to participate in review sessions. A schedule of Regents review sessions will be posted on the district website by the end of the week.
If you have any questions, please contact the Guidance Office.
Joy Holden
Principal
Margaretville Central School
845-586-2647 ext. 1018
jholden@margaretvillecs.org
REMINDER FOR PARENTS OF STUDENT-ATHLETES!
No student-athlete may participate in practices or games without an up-to-date physical on file with the school.
Please make sure your child has an up-to-date physical on file before practices begin!
Varsity practices begin: August 24
Modified practices begin: August 31
The next PTSA meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 22nd, at 5:15 pm, in the MCS Library.
If you have any questions or to join the meeting via zoom, please email the PTSA at margaretvilleptsa@gmail.com
🏀 There are 3 last-minute spots still available for the SUNY Delhi Basketball Camp next week!
Camp runs: Monday–Thursday
🚌 Bus transportation is provided from MCS, departing at 8:00 a.m.
🕑 The bus returns around 1:45 p.m. each day.
Register here:
https://delhibroncos.com/sports/mbkb/2026mbkbclinic
Any questions? Reach out to the MCS Athletic Boosters at mcsathleticboosters@yahoo.com.
BASKETBALL OPEN GYM TONIGHT 6:30-8PM!
ALL MCS STUDENTS GRADES 7-12 ARE WELCOME!
STARTING NEXT WEEK ON TUESDAY'S THERE WILL BE OPEN GYM FOR MCS STUDENTS GRADES 7-12 FROM 6:30-8PM!
Dates for JULY:
7/14
7/21
7/28
NO ATHLETE WILL BE ABLE TO PLAY/PRACTICE UNLESS THERE IS AN UP TO DATE PHYSICAL ON FILE!
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO HAVE AN UP TO DATE PHYSICAL ON FILE WITH MCS!
A MEET THE COACHES/ATHLETIC COORDINATOR NIGHT WILL BE HAD BEFORE THE FIRST DAYS OF PRACTICE!
VARSITY PRACTICE START: 8/24
MODIFIED PRACTICE START: 8/31
Beginning the week of July 6th, office hours will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
This schedule is subject to change due to construction in the building.
Enjoy summer vacation!
Margaretville Central School is excited to celebrate our PK-5 Moving Up Ceremony on Thursday, June 25 at 8:30 AM. Families, friends, and community members are welcome to join us as we recognize and celebrate our students' accomplishments and growth throughout the school year.
🎉 The PK Graduation Ceremony will immediately follow the Moving Up Ceremony.
🍪 Refreshments will be served following the celebrations.
📋 Student Sign-Out Information
Sign-out forms will be sent home with students tomorrow. If you plan to take your child home after the ceremony, please complete and return the form by Thursday morning. You may also email your child's teacher directly with your sign-out plans.
Completing the form in advance will help us streamline dismissal and avoid long lines in the main office.
➡️ Students who are not signed out will remain at school for the remainder of the day and will be dismissed at 11:30 AM.
We look forward to celebrating these special milestones with our students, families, and community!
