Southwestern Central School District

Southwestern Central School District Southwestern Central School District, in Lakewood, NY, serves 1,500 students in Pre-K to 12th grade. Our district is comprised of three buildings.

The Southwestern Central School District serves approximately 1,500 students. Southwestern Elementary School, which opened in September 2002, has 687students enrolled in grades Pre-K-5; the Middle School serves 326 students in grades 6-8, and at the High School there are 477 students in grades 9-12. Employment in the district is comprised of 129 faculty members and 76 non-instructional personnel.

There are principals in each of the three schools with an assistant principal for grades K-12. The Southwestern Central School District is distinguished by a well-educated faculty that is committed to excellence. Parent and community participation and support is acknowledged as essential to maintaining an environment for effective learning.

☀️ Summer Fun and Summer Food! 🍎🥪Did you know that kids and teens ages 18 and under can enjoy free, nutritious meals thr...
06/18/2026

☀️ Summer Fun and Summer Food! 🍎🥪

Did you know that kids and teens ages 18 and under can enjoy free, nutritious meals throughout the summer at local parks, community centers, libraries, and other community locations?

Meals include healthy options such as fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein, and many sites also offer fun activities for children and families.

Beginning in late June, families can find nearby meal sites by:
📍 Visiting SummerMealsNY.org
📞 Calling 211 or 1-866-3-HUNGRY

Summer meals work alongside Summer EBT, which provides eligible families with food benefits to help purchase groceries during the summer months.

Important Summer EBT reminders:
✔️ Benefits are issued as a one-time payment for the entire summer
✔️ Most eligible children receive benefits automatically, while some families may need to apply
✔️ Benefits expire 122 days after they are loaded, so be sure to use them promptly
✔️ Keep your Summer EBT card, as future benefits will be added automatically if your child remains eligible

Together, Summer Meals and Summer EBT help ensure children have access to healthy food while school is out.

Visit SummerMealsNY.org in late June to find meal sites near you and learn more about Summer EBT.

Earlier this week, Southwestern hosted its Senior Sunset on the athletic field as a memorable sendoff for the Class of 2...
06/18/2026

Earlier this week, Southwestern hosted its Senior Sunset on the athletic field as a memorable sendoff for the Class of 2026! 🌅🎓⭐

Students began the year with Senior Sunrise on the first day of school and closed it out together with Senior Sunset on the last. The evening featured a Senior Slideshow displayed on the video scoreboard, along with yard games, music, and plenty of food and treats to celebrate the graduating class.



PARENTS OF SW HIGHSCHOOL

As part of Mrs. Christine Beichner-Miller’s AP English 12 Legacy Project, Caroline Churchill and Charlotte Beaver set ou...
06/18/2026

As part of Mrs. Christine Beichner-Miller’s AP English 12 Legacy Project, Caroline Churchill and Charlotte Beaver set out to make a positive impact on younger students through a project called "How to Be a Healthy Hero." 💪🍎

Partnering with Mrs. Beaver’s third-grade class, the duo taught the importance of staying active, spending time outdoors, and making healthy food choices through fun, interactive lessons and activities. When they returned later in the project, they were excited to hear how the third graders had embraced their new healthy habits — from spending more time outside to trying new foods and staying active throughout the week.

To celebrate the students’ enthusiasm and participation, Caroline and Charlotte wrapped up the project with games, activities, and a quesadilla party. 🎉

Their project not only encouraged healthy lifestyles among younger students, but also demonstrated how a simple idea can create a meaningful and lasting impact.

Stay tuned as we continue highlighting more Legacy Projects and the unique ways members of the Class of 2026 are making a difference in their school and community!

Southwestern Middle School has announced its Students of the Month for May 2026: Iris Chen, Natalie Brown, and Kensingto...
06/18/2026

Southwestern Middle School has announced its Students of the Month for May 2026: Iris Chen, Natalie Brown, and Kensington Engels!

Sixth-grader Iris Chen’s favorite subjects in school are band, art, and math. She plays percussion in the band and also plays summer soccer. Outside of school, she takes piano lessons at Infinity and Chinese lessons each week. When she is not at school, she enjoys listening to music, playing soccer, and riding her bike. One fun fact about Iris is that she was born in New York City and has seen one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Iris is the daughter of Jing and Yao Chen.

Seventh-grader Natalie Brown’s favorite subjects in school are math, ELA, and art. She plays on the modified volleyball, basketball, and track teams and is also a member of the Middle School Student Council. Outside of school, Natalie plays for the 716 United Volleyball team and is a member of the Tiffany Wakeley Academy of Dance. When she is not at school, she enjoys spending time with friends and listening to music. One fun fact about Natalie is that her favorite color is lavender. Natalie is the daughter of Tonia and Aaron Brown.

Eighth-grader Kensington Engels’ favorite subjects in school are social studies and math. She participates in football and basketball cheerleading, and is also a member of the golf team. Kensington is a member of the Junior Honor Society and competes in Game-Day cheerleading. When she is not at school, she enjoys babysitting and spending time with friends. One fun fact about Kensington is that she has been cheering for seven years. Kensington is the daughter of Bobbi Faga and Justinian Engels.



PARENTS OF SW MIDDLE SCHOOL

Students in Mrs. Christine Beichner-Miller’s AP English 12 class recently presented their Legacy Projects, the culminati...
06/17/2026

Students in Mrs. Christine Beichner-Miller’s AP English 12 class recently presented their Legacy Projects, the culmination of months of reflection, research, and personal growth.

The Legacy Project challenges students to consider the impact they hope to leave on others and reflect on the experiences, values, and lessons that have shaped who they are. Through thoughtful and heartfelt presentations, members of the Class of 2026 shared personal stories, celebrated accomplishments, reflected on challenges they have overcome, and expressed gratitude for those who have influenced their lives.

To celebrate the completion of the project, students gathered for a longstanding tradition — a pancake breakfast with classmates and their teacher.

Over the coming days, we’ll be sharing a series of posts highlighting individual Legacy Projects and the unique stories, passions, and experiences that made each one special.

Congratulations to Mrs. Beichner-Miller and her students on an inspiring week of reflection, storytelling, and celebration!

More photos from yesterday's Senior Walkthrough at Southwestern. 📸 Photos by Shelly Phillips. PARENTS OF SW HIGHSCHOO...
06/17/2026

More photos from yesterday's Senior Walkthrough at Southwestern.

📸 Photos by Shelly Phillips.



PARENTS OF SW HIGHSCHOOL

06/17/2026

🎶🌎 Learning came to life at Southwestern's Habitat Showcase!

As part of their month-long habitat project, second graders learned and performed habitat-themed songs for their families. This special performance highlighted the creativity, teamwork, and hard work that went into their research and presentations.

Great job to our young learners for sharing their knowledge and voices with us!

The second-grade classes at Southwestern recently celebrated a month of learning during their Habitat Showcase! 🌎🦋🌲Throu...
06/17/2026

The second-grade classes at Southwestern recently celebrated a month of learning during their Habitat Showcase! 🌎🦋🌲

Throughout May, students researched a habitat of their choice, took notes, wrote reports, learned to type their final copies in Microsoft Word, created habitat-themed artwork, practiced songs in music class, and completed detailed dioramas with support from their families.

On June 10, they proudly shared their projects and performances with loved ones, highlighting weeks of hard work, creativity, and discovery. The reports and dioramas were also displayed throughout the school for other classes to enjoy.

Congratulations to second grade teachers Mrs. Ehrman, Mrs. Lundberg, Mr. Lundmark, Mrs. Moss, and Miss Nelson for guiding this interdisciplinary learning experience.

Special thanks to Miss Cobb, Mr. Whitton, Mrs. Laurin, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Emley, Mrs. Soffel, Ms. Colletti, Mrs. Pickett, Mrs. VanSickle, Ms. Kendall, Mrs. Winters, Mrs. Marshall, Jacob Hinsdale, the custodial staff, and our students' families for helping make the event a success.

This afternoon, Southwestern’s fifth-grade students spent time with kindergarteners, creating graduation cap crafts feat...
06/16/2026

This afternoon, Southwestern’s fifth-grade students spent time with kindergarteners, creating graduation cap crafts featuring their future graduation years — 2033 for the fifth graders and 2038 for the kindergarteners. The visit also included story time, with the older students reading to their younger peers. ❤️

The idea grew from a conversation during Superintendent Molly Moore’s fifth-grade student advisory group. Students shared that they wished they could experience kindergarten again after their early elementary years were impacted by COVID.

Inspired by their thoughts, Mrs. Moore worked with kindergarten grade-level chair Dawn Gloss and fifth-grade grade-level chair Sue Waite, who collaborated with their teams to create this meaningful opportunity.

It was wonderful to see the students learning, creating, and enjoying time together as they built connections across grade levels. 📚🎓

What an incredible day at the JCC Entrepreneurship and Innovation Class Final Pitch Competition! 💡🚀Team Cloud Cradle, Te...
06/16/2026

What an incredible day at the JCC Entrepreneurship and Innovation Class Final Pitch Competition! 💡🚀

Team Cloud Cradle, Team Water Power, and Team Carry On Co. showcased their creativity, innovation, and business acumen through impressive pitch presentations. The preparation, professionalism, and passion demonstrated by each team made for a memorable competition.

A special thank you to our judges for sharing their time, expertise, and valuable feedback:
👏 Mr. Kindberg and Ms. Guido from our administration team
👏 Rachael Wiley-Steffen, local business leader
👏 Adalyn Walrod, student peer judge

Congratulations to Charlotte Beaver and Team Water Power, who earned this year’s top prize with their innovative concept and outstanding presentation! 🏆

We are proud of all of our aspiring entrepreneurs for challenging themselves, thinking creatively, and bringing their ideas to life. The future is bright!

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