WELCOME TO DWIGHT'S MIDDLE SCHOOL!
To-Do List
- Please complete the World Language Selection form by Friday, May 16.
- We advise that you wait until the summer to purchase uniforms from Lands' End, as our dress codes will be updated for the 2025-26 school year over the summer.
Book a Parent Orientation Conference
To book an individual orientation conference via Zoom with Maryll Spahn, Director of Admissions, Grades 5-8, please contact Gabbie Lee, Admissions Associate, via email at glee@dwight.edu or phone at 212-724-6360 x 201.
Important Links and Resources
HEALTH DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
We are delighted to have the opportunity to work with you and your child throughout their time at Dwight. It's essential to familiarize you with the required health documentation mandated by The New York State Department of Health and Board of Education for school entrance and attendance compliance.
2025-26 Grades 7 and 8 Theater Production sign-up
The Grades 7 and 8 Bentley House Theater production will begin rehearsals in September, with performances in early February 2026. Please click here to sign-up by July 14. Please contact Ms. Guzowski at kguzowski@dwight.edu for more information.
Music Conservatory 2025-26: Registration Is Now Open
As we approach the summer, we’re already excited for another successful year of the Dwight Conservatory Program!
We’d like to invite your child to participate in the Dwight Music Conservatory in 2025-26. An integral part of our Music Department, our fee-based Conservatory Program offers students private, one-on-one lessons in a wide range of instruments and a breadth of musical styles. Students study throughout the year, and have opportunities to perform in recitals that occur in both December and May. Our Conservatory will be available after school, Mondays through Fridays, at both the Central Park West Campus (grades 5-12) and 94th Street Campus (kindergarten-grade 4).
Grades 7 and 8 2025-26 Fall Athletics Registration
Registration for 2025-26 Dwight Athletics is now open. For additional information shared during our Athletics Information Session this spring, please click here.
How to Register
To complete the registration form, parents must log into MyDwight — if you have any issues logging in to MyDwight, please contact helpdesk@dwight.edu. Once logged in, click on the yellow banner, as illustrated in the screenshot below. You will then be asked what sport you wish to participate in/try out for, along with a series of other required questions.
All athletic registration forms for the Fall Season should be submitted by Friday, July 11 — and health forms must be submitted or updated in Magnus prior to the first team practice.
Once you have registered, coaches will be reaching out in mid-July to introduce themselves and provide times/locations for tryouts and practice.
Important Dates
It is expected that students attend all tryout and practice sessions leading up to the start of school. As a member of NYSAIS, all Dwight student-athletes must meet the required number of practices set for each sport prior to participating in any competition.
Fall Season
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Monday, August 18 | Tryouts begin for:
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Monday, August 25 | Practice begins for:
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So you can get a head start on planning, here are the start dates for our Winter and Spring Seasons:
Winter Season
- November 3 | Upper School and Middle School
Spring Season
- March 2 | Upper School and Middle School
2025-26 Transportation Registration
Registration for school bus services for the 2025-26 school year is now open.
Our private bus service is provided by Queens Children Transportation, which has delivered exceptional service to Dwight for many years. Registration will be processed directly through the Queens Children Transportation; however, we are happy to assist with any questions.
All bus drivers for Queens Children Transportation are state-licensed, professional, experienced, and properly certified. Additionally, all Queens Children Transportation buses undergo Department of Transportation inspections and are equipped with seat belts that meet federal safety standards.
As an alternative to this paid service, eligible students may apply for the Department of Education (DOE) bus, which operates on limited routes (see instructions below).
The deadline to register for all listed bus services is Monday, June 9. Please read on for details and registration information for each option.
If you have any questions, please contact Alicia Thoresen, Transportation Coordinator.
Dwight Summer Day Camp Registration Is Open!
An Unforgettable First Dwight Summer for Your Child!
Make this summer your child’s best introduction to our vibrant community! Our new 94th Street Campus is the perfect place for young campers to make new friends, explore their interests, and build confidence before the school year begins.
Your child will thrive in a welcoming environment with exciting facilities like our rooftop AstroTurf, soft playrooms, and a shaded courtyard!
Ages 4-12 years
June 16-August 8 | 9 am-4:30 pm
New Location! 705 Columbus Ave, NY, 10025
Discounts Are Available: Don’t Miss the Savings!
- Discount for New Dwight Families: Get 12% off your first Dwight Summer Camp experience — reach out to director@dwightsummercamp.org for details.
Summer Assignments
Summer assignments for the 2025-26 school year are now posted online.
Contact
You are welcome to contact us with any questions:
- Kindergarten-Grade 8 Admissions Team: k8admissions@dwight.edu
- Ron Posner, Head of Middle School: 212.724.6360 x295 or rposner@dwight.edu
Central Park West Campus — Grades 5-12
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