The Pine Bush STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) Academy this summer was three weeks packed with enrichment, collaboration and hands-on learning. Students worked on exciting projects including coding, robotics, engineering design and scientific experiments. Some also teamed together to weld a special project.     The graduation from the academy Thursday drew family members and …

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We are delighted to welcome Thomas Breitfeller as he begins his tenure as principal of Pine Bush High School. Mr. Breitfeller brings a wealth of diverse experience and a deep-rooted passion for student advocacy, helping students find their future paths. He began his career in education as a college admissions counselor at Pace University. He …

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The Fine Art Academy at Pine Bush High School this summer had 11 talented and eager students who chose to come to school and enrich their understanding of art. With more than seven hours of art each day for three weeks, the students had the opportunity to delve into projects that just can’t be done …

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Our community showed its generosity, as it always does, at the annual scholarship night in May for our class of 2026. It is truly an amazing event, with local businesses, organization, private citizens and our educators providing our seniors with generous scholarships to help them in their next chapter of life. We thank all of …

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Twenty-seven Pine Bush students earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy on June 3. Family and friends, teachers and administrators celebrated their achievement at a recognition ceremony. This is the largest number of students to earn the seal since Pine Bush High School started offering it.   Kristin Raucci, the district’s world language chairperson …

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Twenty-three Pine Bush High School senior athletes are taking their athletic talents to the collegiate level for the 2026-2027 school year.     Each year, the athletic department hosts a signing for the athletes, their families and coaches, to celebrate this wonderful achievement.     Athletic Director Jen Evans introduced each of the athletes, their …

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The Pine Bush Board of Education recently recognized 90 seniors who earned the Seal of Civic Readiness. The Seal of Civic Readiness is a graduation distinction for students who show both a proficiency in civic knowledge as well as civic participation.     Andrew Britto and Renae Bray, the Pine Bush High School teachers who …

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The Pine Bush Board of Education recognized the 160 students who earned the distinction of scholar athlete for the spring season earlier this month. In order to be named a scholar athlete, a student must maintain a 90 or above grade point average. Teams qualify as scholar athlete teams when at least 75 percent of …

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