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October 23, 2026
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BOARD OF EDUCATION Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Board of Education Meeting, Carmel High School Library, 6:30 p.m
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Board of Education Committee Meetings, Carmel High School
Special Education, Support & Wellness, 5:30 – 6:20 p.m., Library Lab
Audit, Facilities & Operations, 5:30 – 6:20 pm., Science Room 201
Board of Education meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. but are expected to consider an immediate entry into
Executive Session with a 30-minute limit. The public portion of all meetings begins at 7:00 p.m.
Community members who wish to speak during Board of Education meetings are asked to sign up in advance.
Note: Regular Board of Education Meetings are livestreamed on the CarmelCSD Youtube Channel.
Board of Education Committee Meetings are livestreamed here.
CCSD ANNUAL THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON
Senior citizens residing in the Carmel Central School District are invited to the Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon prepared by the Carmel Central School District’s Food Services Department on Thursday, November 5, 2026. (Snow date is November 6th.) Lunch will be served at the various schools at the following times:
- CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL…………………….12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- GEORGE FISCHER MIDDLE SCHOOL…….11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- MATTHEW PATERSON ELEM SCHOOL…...10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
There is no charge for this event, as the Carmel Teachers’ Association continues to sponsor this luncheon.
Reservations Required: Call the Putnam County Office for Senior Resources, (845) 808-1700, ext. 47100 by Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Come join the community breakfast on Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m. - noon at George Fischer Middle School. Eat, relax, enjoy some fun activities for kids, meet staff from community organizations and staff to make connections and see what is available to you as a community member. It is open to all grades including pre-k, and to residents of all ages.
PUTNAM ON-DEMAND
Get to work, school, errands, and more with Putnam On-Demand. Book a shared ride anywhere in the zone covering Patterson, Southeast and Carmel 6 days a week. See attached flyers.
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LEARN ABOUT BOCES TECH CENTER
Sophomores are invited on a field trip to tour the BOCES Tech Center on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, and learn about the programs that are offered. The bus will depart CHS at 10:45 a.m. and will return by 2:00 p.m. If you are interested in attending this informative trip, must have their parents fill out the permission slip on Parent Square (sent on 10/21/2026 by Kristen Mancini). The deadline for the application is Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT ACTION MEETUP
Students throughout Putnam County are invited to a conversation on Nov 12, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Putnam Valley Library to meet and work toward common goals. This event is free, pizza and light refreshments will be served. RSVP https://bit.ly/PutnamHSCommunityAction
THE SCHOOL SPIRIT STORE IS OPEN
A new school store has launched with Carmel apparel and merchandise!
This store is an on-demand store. If you do not see your size, please check back as stock is continually resupplied!
Sales benefit the Senior Class of CHS.
POPS CONCERT
Tues. Nov 10, 2026 at 6:00 P.M., CHS Gymnasium
Get ready for a toe-tapping, head-swaying night of the finest Jazz improvisations and rhythm at the Carmel High School Pops Concert. Join us to see musicians from the Carmel High School band, orchestra and chorus, as well as George Fischer Middle School's 8th grade band and orchestra ensembles perform Jazz pieces from all eras of this truly original American music, full of improv, individual expression and swinging beats.
Tickets available ONLINE ONLY and will go on sale at 7pm October 28 at https://chsperform.booktix.com
BE A JUDGE AT PUTNAM WESTSCHESTER ROCKLAND SENIOR SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM – PWRS³!
Represent Carmel High School & Support Our Future Scientists!
About the Event
Our senior science research students are participating in the inaugural Putnam Westchester Rockland Senior Science Symposium (PWRS³), a PowerPoint-based regional competition to present authentic research.
Urgent Need: Schools must register judges by December 21, 2026, or our students cannot participate!
Symposium Date: Saturday, Jan 30, 2027 (Snow Date: Sun, Jan 31, 2027)
Time: 7:45 AM – ~3:00 PM
Perks: Free breakfast & lunch provided!
Who Can Judge?
Advanced Degree: Master’s degree or higher in Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Social Work, Psychology, School Counseling, or any Healthcare field.
Graduate Student: Currently earning a graduate degree in any of the above fields.
Healthcare Professional: 2+ years of professional experience working in a healthcare field.
Tech Professional: 2+ years of professional experience working in Computer Science or Technology.
Educator / Counselor: 2+ years of professional experience as a STEM teacher or School Counselor.
How to Register
Fill out this form by December 21, 2026 to represent CHS or contact Dr. Nicole Griffin, ngriffin@carmelschools.org
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| George Fischer Middle School News |
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GFMS PTA Fundraiser
Our favorite Otis Spunkmeyer Fundraiser has started and will run through Friday, October 23rd. Packets were delivered to the classrooms for all students. You have the choice of using the paper order form or easy online ordering for you to share with family and friends.
Follow this link to get started! Thank you for your support!
*For all current 8th grade students who participate, they will get 20% of their profits applied to the cost of their Washington D.C. trip.
Stay Connected: GFMS PTA Facebook, GFMS PTA Instagram, GFMS PTA on the school website. |
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KES HALLOWEEN PARADE
Our Halloween parade will begin at 9:45 a.m. on Friday, October 30. Students will walk through the bus loop in front of the school in grade-level order. Students will march from the area near the bus depot toward the playground. The area will be taped off to create a safe space for our students to parade. All parents and visitors will be required to remain behind the taped line at all times.
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KPS HALLOWEEN PARADE
The parade will take place on Friday, October 30st, at 2:30 PM this year. We invite parents/families to stand in the parking lot and take pictures as students walk across the sidewalk. The parade should last approximately 25 minutes.
 
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| Matthew Paterson Elementary School News |
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TRUNK OR TREAT
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PUTNAM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HALLOWEEN PARADE
Wednesday, October 28, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
KENT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT TRUNK OR TREAT
Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
PUTNAM COUNTY YOUTH BUREAU TRUNK OR TREAT
Friday, Oct. 30, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Tilly Foster Farm. See attached Flyer
EAST FISHKILL LIBRARY
For more events and information see East Fishkill Community Library
Homework Help: October 26, 5 - 7 p.m. All subjects, grades K-6.
Mindful Movement: October 26, 5 - 5:30 p.m., Grades K-3. We will practice yoga poses, wiggle, stretch, breathe and relax!
KENT PUBLIC LIBRARY
For more events and information see www.kentlibrary.org
Teen Volunteer Program, Mondays, 4 - 5:45 p.m. Ages 12-18. Get community service hours by helping around the Kent Library.
Bilingual Storytime, Monday, November 16 & December 21 at 11:30 a.m. Ages 2–5. A fun storytime for little ones learning English, Spanish, or both!
Paws to Read, Wednesday, October 28 starting at 4:00 p.m. Ages 5–11. Practice reading skills by reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog.
Pumpkin Glow & Halloween Show, Monday, October 26 at 6:00 p.m. Children of all ages. Join us for Halloween music, dancing, mini trick-or-treating, crafts, tattoos, refreshments, and spooky fun! Bring your carved pumpkin for our Jack-o’-Lantern Contest—we’ll provide the tea lights!
LEGO Club, Select Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. Ages 5–10. Come build with fun LEGO challenges and creative projects!
Kids Craft Club, Select Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. Ages 5–10. Enjoy a fun story together, then bring it to life with a creative craft!
Solar System Ambassador November 16, 4:30-5:15, Ages 5-12. Blast off with Dr. Z. and explore the amazing Mars Rovers, then make a fun space-themed craft.
REED MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Register at Carmellibrary.org, (845) 225-2439
Little Reeders Playgroup- A drop-in caregivers group. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-Noon.
Looking for a place to connect with other local caregivers while your little one learns and plays? Join us for a relaxed morning of stories, crafts, snacks, and open play designed for children ages 2+.
Reed Library & Friends Halloween Parade - Saturday, October 31. Parade Kicks off at 11:00 am Starts at the Reed Memorial Library and ends at the new Reed Community Hub. There will be pumpkin decorating and fall snacks.
November Crafternoon: Amazing Maize with Haley Brown. Tuesday, November 17, 4:30 pm. For children ages 5 & up. Learn about the importance of corn in American history, make a craft and have a popcorn snack.
PATTERSON RECREATION DEPARTMENT
For more info, see pattersonny.myrec.com
Nerf Night: Friday November 13, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m, Grades 1-8. Grab your Nerf Blaster and get ready for an action-packed night!
Pizza, Music & Mayhem: Saturday, November 14, 6 – 9:00 p.m., Grades 3-5. Games, music and delicious pizza.
Little Pizza Pals: Join us on Saturday, November 21, 6 – 9:00 p.m., Grades K-2. Games, music and delicious pizza.
Youth Winter Basketball League: Pre-K through 8th grade, with divisions for Pre-K, K–1, 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8. We are also looking for volunteer coaches for teams in each division. Coaches must complete a Volunteer Packet and five mandatory courses.
VEGA GYMNASTICS COMMUNITY DAY
Vega Gymnastics, 3 Day Road, Carmel, is hosting a Community Day on October 25, featuring Putnam Humane Society pet adoptions, as well as a letter-writing station and donation drive for United for the Troops. See attached flyer.
CARMEL UNITED SOCCER
Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Recreational Soccer Registration is open. For players from 3 years old through 13 years old (players born between 2013-2023). When you register for the Fall, you automatically receive the Spring season with it.
Carmel United has a few Travel teams looking for 1-2 more players for the Fall 2026/Spring 2027 season:
- Boys U13 Impact: boys born between 8/1/2013 and 7/31/2014
- Girls U12/13 Cheetahs: girls born between 8/1/2013 and 7/31/2015
- Girls U08/09 Sirens: girls born between 8/1/2017 and 7/31/2019
- Boys HS Titans: boys born between 8/1/2007 and 7/31/2010
Travel games are typically played on Sundays. If you are interested, please email us at info@carmelsoccer.com. For additional information about our Travel soccer program, please visit www.carmelsoccer.com/travel-soccer.html.
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