Carmel is a historic town in Putnam County, New York with history dating back to the American Revolution. Located 56 miles north of New York City, the Carmel Central School District provides a high-quality education for students within a pristine suburban setting in the Lower Hudson Valley. The District encompasses 85 square miles and serves students from two counties (Putnam and Dutchess) and six towns. The area is home to the Great Swamp (New York’s largest freshwater wetlands), Fahnestock State Park, The Chuang Yen Monastery, and the Thunder Ridge