What an amazing group of young people! The Class of 2026 top 30 seniors were honored at a moving ceremony on May 28 and they, in turn, had the honor of recognizing someone in their school life who had an impact on them. Some honorees were elementary teachers and middle school teachers, coaches, counselors …
We have… emus! Stacy Venzel’s fourth-grade class’s emus hatched overnight on June 4. The students had watched the beginning of the lengthy hatching process during the school day. Students welcomed “blonde” emus Graham Cracker and Big Bird. As they’ve grown, Big Bird turned out to be the smaller of the two! This class also …
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Enter the Pine Bush High School lobby and your eye is drawn to a new, original, colorful mural! It started as an idea from PBHS science teacher Kara Sprague who suggested that the art department could bring a welcoming message to the main lobby. National Art Honor Society advisor Janice Barth made it …
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The June Pine Bush High School Pride award winners have been announced – staff member Meghan Blackwell and students Christian Oliveras and Chase Tavares! Each month, Pine Bush High School Assistant Principal Dan Wargo accepts good news referrals and faculty shoutouts for students and staff members. Administrators then choose one student and one staff member …
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Last weekend, on May 30, Pine Bush High School senior Joseph Fontana had the experience of a lifetime. He served as a guardian on Hudson Valley Honor Flight Mission 39. Joseph had the honor of accompanying Charles, a 77-year-old veteran from Peekskill, who served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. …
Dear members of the Pine Bush Community: I want to make you aware that there was recently a news story published regarding an arrest made of a former school social worker in the district. While I am constrained by law from commenting regarding any specific details related to this former employee, the district has acted …
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The Pine Bush High School Counseling Department held its awards for juniors, providing awards and scholarships from various colleges and universities to some outstanding members of the Class of 2027. There were a total of 20 awards given to 33 students. Outstanding! These awards are committed to the students if they choose to …
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The June menus are available now! So much good food for all students at no cost. Have a look and make your student’s breakfast and lunch plans until the last day of school!
Last Thursday was a day of family, friendships, food and fun for the STARS Academy. The day was an opportunity for students, staff and their families to come together and celebrate the success of our students. Everyone enjoyed bringing out their competitive side during basketball, football and kickball; while others enjoyed fishing, playground …
Cheers for our unified basketball team! These awesome players were coached by Lori Mataraza, Rachel Heller and Deirdre Babcock. As their season progressed, they improved with each practice and game. “We couldn’t be more proud of these students, including our helpers who show up every day to help our kids, make them smile, and …
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