Washingtonville Central School District Recognized on NYSED Website Honor Roll for User-Friendly Design and Transparency in Privacy Information

Washingtonville, NY, January 3, 2024 – Washingtonville Central School District proudly announces its inclusion on the NYSED Website Honor Roll for 2024. Recognized as one of only 37 school districts and 2 charter schools from a field of over 120, this distinction marks a significant achievement in our commitment to digital communication and data privacy.

Joe Catania, Director of Data Management and Technology and the District's Data Protection reflected on the District's collective effort saying "Our recognition on the NYSED Honor Roll is a collective victory for our district, underscoring Washingtonville’s dedication to making privacy information easily accessible while ensuring a user-friendly experience on our website,

Dr. Larry Washington, Superintendent, commended the district for its data privacy achievements: “We have taken proactive measures to adopt Board of Education policies, establish a Data Governance Team under Mr. Catania’s leadership, and implement tools to assess and authorize digital applications for classroom use. These actions have been essential for our success.”

Carla Sansone, a parent, teacher, and member of the Data Governance Team, shared her perspective "The website #39;s user-friendly design stands out, particularly in how it facilitates easy access to essential privacy information, which is vital for our community #39;s trust and engagement."

The NYSED Honor Roll acknowledges schools that excel in providing clear, concise, and easily navigable websites, especially regarding data privacy information. Washingtonville Central School District's website exemplifies this commitment, offering an intuitive interface for all users.

For more information on the NYSED Honor Roll and our district’s data privacy and security initiatives, please visit Washingtonville Central School District and NYSED websites.