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The Mount Pleasant Central School District is located in the heart of Westchester County and serves approximately 2,000 students. The district encompasses the hamlets of Hawthorne and Thornwood, as well as portions of Valhalla and Pleasantville. Mount Pleasant Central School District is comprised of four schools: Hawthorne Elementary (K-2), Columbus Elementary (3-5), Westlake Middle School (6-8) and Westlake High School (9-12). The middle and high school share the same campus along with the District Office. We are the home of the Wildcats!
 

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The mission of the Mount Pleasant Central School District is to educate all children for their future. Read more!

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Our STEM program focuses on critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration and creativity. Students engage in investigations with peers using science and technology.

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Educating Each Student Today for Endless Possibilities Tomorrow

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Raising Trout

Mrs. Hoahing's students raised trout, from eggs provided by the DEP (Department of Environmental Protection), and on this day released them at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation. They worked with DEP environmental scientists and volunteers from Trout Unlimited to explore the natural environment of the park, conduct a macroinvertebrate study, and tour the Cross River Dam and Reservoir.  

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Mount Pleasant Central School District Receives National Recognition for Music Education Support

Mount Pleasant Central School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement for providing music access and education to all students. 

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