The man behind the name

What’s in a name? For the students at Crispell Middle School, the answer is a lifetime of dedication. Crispell Middle School stands as the original school building in the Pine Bush Central School District. As kids come through those doors each day, it’s just the name of the building. But where did it come from? …

Budget vote and board election is Tuesday, May 19; 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The budget vote and board election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Residents of Gardiner, Shawangunk, Crawford and Montgomery vote at Pine Bush High School; residents of Mount Hope, Wallkill and Mamakating vote at Circleville Elementary School. Hours of the vote are from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.  A message from Superintendent Joe …

Third quarter honor roll is now available

Our Crispell honor roll for the third quarter is now available! Congratulations to all our Crispell students who work so hard and give their all!  

Wellness Day teaches students to take good care of themselves

Ninth-grade students at PBHS experienced Wellness Day! And it truly was an experience. The message to our ninth-grade students is to take care of yourself – and others – even in the most stressful of times. Students learned ways to manage their stress – with exercise, crafts, music, mindfulness, and pets!     Some students …

Luke Beers and Conor Kilgore honored at OUBOCES for their achievements in the arts

Two Pine Bush High School juniors Luke Beers and Conor Kilgore – were among the students honored by Orange-Ulster BOCES at its Humanities Honoree Awards Ceremony and Breakfast.     The students who were honored have distinguished themselves in the arts and humanities. This event celebrates juniors and seniors who have stood out amongst their …

National Art Honor Society inducts 22 new members

The National Art Honor Society at Pine Bush High School inducted 22 new members on April 29, its largest number of new inductees yet.     Newly Inducted Members of the National Art Honor Society Seniors Dominic Licardi Parker Scoville Juniors Elyse-Marie Meier Kelli Lugo Emma Marie Bordinaro Samantha Gonzalez Sophomores Alison Cheng Lillian Gerspach …

Track and field athlete Jack Fowler signs with Division I Manhattan University

Jack Fowler is heading to Manhattan University and has committed to continue his track and field athletic career as a Jasper. Jack had his signing ceremony, surrounded by friends, family and coaches who praised not only his athletic talents but his character, work ethic and leadership. Jack will major in computer engineering at Division I …

Tara Klink honored at Mid-Hudson School Study Council awards

The CVMS school community proudly honored Tara Klink at the Mid-Hudson School Study Council Awards Ceremony in Thiells on Wednesday night. Ms. Klink received the Teacher Excellence Award in recognition of her outstanding 30 years of service as a special education teacher at CVMS.     Throughout her career, Ms. Klink has demonstrated an unwavering …

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Pine Bush Central School District
State Route 302, Pine Bush, NY 12566
Phone: (845) 744-2031
Fax: (845) 744-6189
Joseph Lenz
Superintendent of Schools
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