Potato Olympics provide lessons in physics, writing, math… and fun

Fourth graders at Circleville Elementary School were part of the second annual Potato Olympics recently. The events included: Lawn bowling (closest to the target wins) Sprint (3 meter dash) Bowling (most pins down wins) Diving (biggest splash wins) Long Jump (farthest roll wins)   The games started with an opening ceremony complete with national anthems. …

With ‘strength and spirit,’ PBE fifth-graders look forward to middle school

Congratulations to the Pine Bush Elementary School fifth-grade students! They, their families and teachers gathered to mark their moving up to middle school! Principal Eric Winter welcomed all to celebrate this wonderful group of students, all they’ve accomplished throughout their elementary years, and to look forward to the opportunities that await them.     “It …

CVMS eighth-graders celebrate accomplishments and look forward to high school opportunities

It was time to celebrate our Circleville Middle school eighth-graders, before they take on their next big adventure: high school and all the opportunities that await them! Principal Lisa Hankinson warmly welcomed the students and their families to the celebration. “I am incredibly proud of all of the growth and achievement I’ve seen in each …

Twenty-five Pine Bush High School athletes will compete at the college level

Twenty-five Pine Bush High School senior athletes are taking their athletic talents to the collegiate level for the 2025-2026 school year.     Each year, the athletic department hosts a signing for the athletes, their families and coaches, to celebrate this wonderful achievement. This year, was no different. Athletic Director Jen Evans introduced each of …

The community of PAK fifth-graders moves up to middle school

Pakanasink Elementary School Principal Brian Breheny told his fifth-grade class just how proud he is of them and all they’ve accomplished. “You’ve learned what it means to be a community,” he said, “built in respect and compassion. You’re not just moving on, you’re moving forward. Middle school will ask more of you but will give …

Watch the PBE Moving-Up Ceremony

PBE fifth-graders had their moving-up ceremony this morning. If you missed it or just want to watch it again, click here! Congratulations to our fifth-graders. Middle school awaits!

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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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