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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Orange-Ulster BOCES held its Outstanding Student Honoree Awards this week. Pine Bush High School valedictorian Lucas Meisel and salutatorian Leah Meberg were among the honorees from throughout the Orange-Ulster area. “Lucas Meisel is truly an extraordinary student whose accomplishments reflect not only academic excellence, but also commitment, discipline and character,” said Superintendent Joe …
What an amazing day for a parade! Our school and greater community came out in force on Tuesday to honor our PBHS Class of 2026 with a memorable bus parade, celebrating all they have accomplished here in Pine Bush. Click here for a brief video of the start of the parade. …
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On Tuesday, May 26, the board of education amended the student calendar, making Thursday and Friday, June 25 and 26, half days for elementary and middle school. June 26 is the last day of school.
The ducklings are here! The ducklings are here! Fourth-graders in Stacey Venzel’s class at PBE have been studying the development of ducklings for a few weeks. It hasn’t all gone smoothly. Despite numerous incubator malfunctions – they went through four incubators! – six of the 12 ducklings hatched! “We were very happy with the …
