Flu, or influenza, spreads easily and can make people very sick, especially children. Flu symptoms include: fever or chills body aches cough sore throat headache runny or stuffy nose feeling very tired stomach problems and diarrhea (especially in children)) Unlike a cold, the flu comes on very suddenly. Prevent flu Flu vaccine is the best …
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Pakanasink students have been so excited about the Scholastic Book Fair this week! There are so many wonderful books to choose from – there was something for everyone! The book fair is run by the PTA and brings so many benefits to our elementary students. Children love to choose their own books. Allowing them the …
“From little seeds grow mighty trees.” Or flowers and herbs, fruits and veggies! Lowes of Middletown has donated thousands of packets of seeds to the Pine Bush Central School District, thanks to Gerri Wasserman, an employee of Lowes and a resident of the district. Ms. Wasserman, who is an extremely knowledgeable gardener and whose children …
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The federal government has established the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for those going through a mental health crisis, suicidal crisis or substance use issue. Dialing 988 will connect the caller with a network of more than 200 trained mental health professionals, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This service is free and confidential. …
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There is an entire catalog of activities provided by our continuing education department this fall for children and adults. Check out the catalog here in English and Spanish. Adults can play some volleyball, basketball, swim, learn to play pickleball, get in shape or tap into wellness. There are classes to better your financial health too! …
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Eighty-five Pine Bush Central School District employees were acknowledged Tuesday at the district convocation for their years of service to the district marking 10, 15, 20 25 and 30 years. Two district employees – Lisa Andryshak, a kindergarten teacher at Pakanasink Elementary School, and Kellie VanHaaster, a school-related professional at Circleville Elementary School, were honored …
As the 2022-2023 school year begins on Sept. 1, Principal Brian Breheny has a special message for PAK families! Here’s to a great school year!
We are celebrating our Pakanasink Elementary School fifth-grade students who are now on to middle school! These students have accomplished so much academically and socially, and have honed their skills in music, band, and athletics. All while getting through a pandemic! Interim Superintendent of Schools Donna Geidel reminded the students of how much they …
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We hope you are having an excellent summer! It’s never too early to plan for the upcoming school year. Here are the supply lists for Pakanasink students for the 2022-2023 school year!
Our PAK fifth-grade moving-up ceremony was a great celebration! Have a look at the video.
