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Mahopac middle schoolers and high schoolers are invited to enter the VFW's national essay contest. The deadline to submit is Oct. 31. Submissions may be dropped off at VFW Post 5491 or mailed.
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By Kate Watson
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10/7/25
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Mahopac Central School District has welcomed back Melody LaRocca as district clerk and confidential secretary to the superintendent and Board of Education.
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EMILE MENASCHÉ
Editor | 10/4/25 |
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Mahopac Middle School held a lively kickoff assembly for each grade celebrating the launch of its annual Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. The pep rallies set the tone for a year focused on school spirit, positive...
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By Mahopac Central School District
Press Release | 10/2/25 |
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The Mahopac Central School District has completed a tennis court resurfacing project at Mahopac High School, aiming to enhance safety and extend the courts’ lifespan. A recent facilities review determined the courts had reached the end of their...
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By Mahopac Central School District
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10/1/25
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Dear Dr. Linda,
It’s here! The Homework Horror Nightmare!
Our 14-year-old son just doesn’t do homework. He’s only in school for one week and we already got emails that he’s missing homework. He’s in the 11th grade and no matter how much we tell...
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9/10/25
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Westchester, NY - As another admissions season begins, GuidED Consulting is excited to announce several new initiatives designed to further support students and families on their college journey.
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9/10/25
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MAHOPAC, N.Y.—On Aug. 16, Cooper Grimm completed and installed his Eagle Scout service project at Mahopac Middle School with help from fellow Scouts in Troop 1. Inspired by an idea from science teacher Margaret Fox, the project created an outdoor...
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By Halston Media Staff
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9/3/25
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Corinne Safarowic has been named the Mahopac Central School District’s (MCSD) new director of special education. She brings more than 20 years of experience as a special educator and administrator.
Safarowic most recently served as...
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By Halston Media Staff
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8/28/25
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Mahopac Central School District (MSCD) will provide universal free breakfast and lunch to all students beginning with the 2025-26 school year, thanks to funding included in the New York State budget.
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8/19/25
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"We need a forward-thinking, unified school board — not whatever this is,” said Erin O’Brien, a 20-year Mahopac resident, at the conclusion of the Aug. 14 special school board meeting. Many in attendance applauded her statement.
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BY KATE WATSON
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8/15/25
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In the wake of the retirement of Superintendent Christine Tona, the Mahopac School Board has appointed former athletic director Frank Miele as acting superintendent.
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BY BOB DUMAS
Editor-at-Large | 8/13/25 |
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MAHOPAC, N.Y.—Mahopac schools Superintendent Christine Tona announced her retirement effective Sept. 1 at the Board of Education's Aug. 5 meeting at Mahopac High School. Tona's contract was extended in 20204 and was slated to run to the middle of 2027.
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BY EMILE MENASCHÉ
Editor | 8/5/25 |
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Circolo da Vinci, an Italian American organization, held its annual scholarship awards dinner earlier this summer on Monday, June 16 at Miraggio Mediterranean Restaurant in Yorktown Heights.
Eight students from area high schools including...
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8/4/25
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Mahopac High School has been named a New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) School of Distinction for the 2024-25 school year.
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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8/2/25
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Dear Dr. Linda,
According to the Mirriam-Webster Dictionary, a vacation is defined as follows: 1) a period spent away from home or business in travel or recreation; 2) a scheduled period during which activity (as of a court or school) is...
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BY DR. LINDA SILBERT
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8/1/25
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The Mahopac Board of Education has new leadership for the 2025-26 school year. Board members elected Michael Mongon as president and Lucy Massafra as vice president at the BOE’s July 1 …
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By Emile Menasché
Editor | 7/26/25 |
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NORTH SALEM, NY -- When you participate in Friends of Karen’s Back-to-School program, you give parents, consumed with caring for their critically ill child, peace of mind knowing their children will be ready for the new school year. You’ll relieve...
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7/9/25
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BREWSTER, N.Y. — Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) will hold its annual School Supply Program distribution on Aug. 19 and 20, providing low-income Putnam County families with new backpacks and gift cards to purchase needed supplies....
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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7/8/25
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The Italian American Club of Mahopac has awarded three MHS seniors with $500 scholarships
At its June and July general membership meetings the club presented checks to the three students. Besides the s scholarships, the students also received...
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By Halston Media Staff
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7/7/25
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The Mahopac Central School District has been named a 2025 Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation for the fifth consecutive year. The prestigious honor is awarded to school districts...
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7/2/25
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