PINE BUSH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE CATALOG
WINTER 2024-2025

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LOCATION KEY:
PBHS: Pine Bush High School 
CRMS: Crispell Middle School
CVMS: Circleville Middle School
CES: Circleville Elementary School
EJR: E.J. Russell Elementary School
PAK: Pakanasink Elementary School
PBE: Pine Bush Elementary School

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Make checks payable to PBCSD. Mail payments to:

Pine Bush Continuing Education
P.O. Box 700
Pine Bush, NY 12566

• When school is in session, Continuing Education classes will not be held if Pine Bush schools are closed or after-school activities are cancelled.
• No transportation is provided for Continuing Education classes.
• Early registration is encouraged to assure placement and to avoid possible class cancellation due to insufficient enrollment. 
• Contact Maria Vanini-Brown, director of Continuing Education, with any questions or concerns, at 845-744-2031, ext. 3051 or maria.vanini-brown@pinebushschools.org.
• Visit us at www.pinebushschools.org (under Departments) or on Facebook at PineBushContEd.

 

Bill Bartko Scholarship Fundraiser Indoor Soccer

Clark Najac

Join us for open gym indoor soccer fun to honor Coach Bill Bartko. All proceeds go to the Bill Bartko Scholarship Fund. Call the Continuing Ed. office for more information.

• Date: Friday, November 22
• Time: 6 – 9 p.m.
• Location: PBHS Main Gym,
• Fee: $5/person

Girls and Boys Indoor Soccer

Grades 3 – 12

Clark Najac, Jake Najac

Open gym indoor soccer. Have fun while improving your skills and touch on the ball. Sneakers and shin guards necessary. T- Shirts included.

• Dates: Monday, Nov. 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16, Jan. 6, 13, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 24, Mar. 3.
• Grades: 3-6: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
• Grades: 7-12: 7:30 – 9 p.m.
• Location: CVMS Gym
• Fee: $95

Introduction to Volleyball for Boys and Girls 

Grades 3 -5

Janell Budd & Becky Stap 

This clinic is for students interested in learning about volleyball.  Students will learn about the fundamental skills of passing, setting, hitting, and serving. The importance of teamwork and sportsmanship will be incorporated into this clinic as well. Knee pads are suggested but not required! 

• Dates: Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22 (6 weeks)
• Time: 5:30 -7:30 p.m.
• Locations: PBE Gym
• Fee: $150

 

Girls Lacrosse 

Grades 1 – 6

Maria Brown

We will work in small groups based on skills. We will work on basic stick skills and focus on shooting and defense. Equipment needed: Goggles, mouth piece and stick.

Grades 1 – 3

• Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25
• Time: 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
• Location: PBE Gym
• Fee: $85

Grades 4-6

• Dates: Thursdays,Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
• Time: 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
• Location: PBE Gym
• Fee: $85

 

Boys Lacrosse

Grades K-6

John Pastermerlo

This program will help with proper techniques, skills and tactics, it will prepare the boys for the lacrosse season. No experience required. First-time players and seasoned players are welcome.

Full equipment needed: Helmet, shoulder and elbow pads, gloves, mouth guard and stick.   (8 weeks)

Grades K-2

• Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25
• Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Location: EJR gym
• Fee: $85

Grades 3-6

• Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25
• Time: 7:40 – 8:40 p.m.
• Location: EJR gym
• Fee: $85

 

Girls and Boys Youth Basketball

Grades  1-6

Dustin VanLieu

Learn and improve your basketball skills, including footwork, dribbling, finishing and overall basketball IQ. Sessions will include skills, drills, games and competition. Equipment needed: Basketball, athletic wear, indoor sneakers

Session 1 –  Grades 1-3

• Dates: Mondays, Jan. 6, 13, 27, Feb. 3
• Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
• Location EJR gym
• Fee: $100

 

Session 2 – Grades 4-6

• Dates: Mondays, Jan. 6, 13, 27, Feb 3
• Time: 7:15 – 8:15 p.m.
• Location: EJR gym
• Fee: $100

S.T.E.M & Robotics Club

Grades K- 3

Monali Verma (Robotics4U)

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STEM Concepts and Creativity are combined together in this action-packed program where kids learn real-life skills while having real-kid FUN! Kids will be
engaged in project based learning using STEM activities and DASH & DOT Robots that are smart to respond to voices and sound and can be programmed to sing and dance. Kids will be encouraged to design, build and program their creations embedding creativity, critical thinking, collaboration
and communications! (6 weeks)

• Dates: Thursdays, Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
• Time: 3:15 PM-4:15 PM
• Location: PAK library
• Fee: $180

 

Soccer Skills

Grades 1-8

Chris Bartko

This class is designed to further develop the students’ playing ability. Our coach will focus on delivering a high level of instruction in a fun and
educational way. This will focus on players skills and individual developments. Each session will end with small sided games.

• Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 8, 15, 22, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5
• Grades 1-4: 6 – 7 p.m.
• Grades 5-8:  7:10 – 8;10 p.m.
• Location: CES gym
• Fee: $100

 

Springboard Diving

Ages 9 – 18

Mike Reineke

This course caters to new and experienced divers – you must be comfortable with jumping and swimming into deep water. Divers will learn the mechanics, approaches, entries and positions of diving.

• Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays  Dec. 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, Jan. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
• Time: 7:45 – 8:45 p.m.
• Location: PBHS pool
• Fee: $300 Total or $ 25 per class

 

LEGO Tinker Club

Grades: K – 3

Monali Verma

(Robotics4U) Unique Theme- focused and STEM-based fun Lego Activities each week. Calling all LEGO enthusiasts to join us for our super engaging 6
week Lego Tinker club. We INSPIRE curious minds to build engineering models; we help you MODEL your idea; we ENABLE you to have an enriching
experience; we ENCOURAGE you to practice Lego building and team working skills; we CHALLENGE you to use your knowledge, cognitive and technical skills while creating and playing with fun LEGO models! (6 weeks)

• Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11 , 18, 25
• Time:  3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
• Location: PAK library
• Fee: $115

 

Girls Volleyball Training Camp 

Grades 6-8

Melyssa Klempner-Amelio

This volleyball program is for girls to fine tune their volleyball skills. You must have the base knowledge of the game.  This camp will help you improve on your serving accuracy and work on specific position training. 

• Dates: Wednesdays Jan. 8, 15, 22, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 23, 30
• Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
• Location: PAK gym
• Fee: $275

 

Pickleball for Juniors

Grades 6-12

Michael Sabini

This class is designed for students interested in learning to play one of the fastest growing sports.  Our class will introduce your child to the basics rules of the game and will lead into matches.  Pickleball lets kids be active in a smaller area, while having fun. Equipment needed for the class: Pickleball
paddle. 

• Dates: Wednesdays, Jan. 8 – Feb. 19 (6 weeks – No class on Jan. 29)
• Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
• Location: EJR gym
• Fee: $100

 

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification 

Mike Reineke

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training class gives you the skills and knowledge to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The Lifeguard
Training Class includes CPR Training for the Professional Rescuer and First
Aid Training. Lifeguard Certification is valid for two years. Minimum age is 15
before the completion of class. Limit 12.

• Dates: Monday, Dec. 23, Thursday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 27, Monday Dec. 30 Thursday, Jan. 2 and Friday, Jan. 3 
• Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Location: PAK pool
• FEE: $310 resident/$335 non-resident
• Re-certification Lifeguard: $210
• Re-certification CPR: $85

American Red Cross – Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED

Mike Reineke

This course teaches students critical skills and knowledge needed to respond
to and manage an emergency until EMS arrives. Course content includes first aid basics, such as burns, cuts and scrapes, medical injury and environmental emergencies, and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help both adult and pediatric victims using CPR/AED.

Students who successfully complete the course will receive a certification card for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years. Students may purchase the book and/or a CPR mask for an additional fee, call the continuing ed. office for more information. Limit 12.

Blended Learning Online

• Dates: Thursday, Jan. 2 and Friday, Jan. 3
• Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Location: PAK pool
• Fee: $110

 

Five-Hour Pre-Licensing Course

Brian Lynn

The NYS Department of Motor Vehicles mandates this course for all NYS permit holders. Students must register and include a copy of their photo learner permit with registration.  This certificate is required to schedule a road test appointment. This is a two-day class.

• Dates: Wednesday, Nov. 13 and Thursday, Nov. 14 
• Time: 5 – 7:30 p.m.
• Location: PBHS room 148
• Fee: $55

 

Adult Volleyball

Maria Brown

Enjoy a night of fun, competitive volleyball and exercise. Basic skills and knowledge of the game are necessary. (10 weeks) 

• Dates: Mondays, Dec. 16 – March 17
• Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
• Location: PBE gym
• Fee: $60

Adult Indoor Soccer 

Jim Post

Competitive, fast-paced friendly games. Class is limited to 20 players. (10 weeks)

• Dates: Fridays, Jan. 17- March 28 (No class on Feb. 14)
• Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
• Location: PBHS main gym
• Fee: $60

 

Pickleball for Beginners (Adult)

Laura Betty

Learn how to play pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the country. This class will teach you the rules and basic elements of the game and offer the
opportunity to play games for fitness and fun with others at the same level of experience.  (8 weeks)

• Dates: Tuesdays, Dec. 10 – Feb. 11
• Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
• Location: CRMS gym
• Fee: $60

Intermediate Pickleball (Adult)

Laura Betty

Come out for a fun night of pickleball! Players should demonstrate a basic knowledge of the game including rules, scoring, and possess the ability
to serve/return balls consistently. Players will learn the fundamentals of dinking and third shot drops.

• Dates: Wednesdays, Dec. 11 – Feb. 19
• Time: 6:30pm -8pm
• Location: CRMS gym
• Fee: $60

Advance Pickleball

Margaret Winsper

Pickleball…America’s fastest growing sport! For advanced players with the skill, knowledge and technique of pickleball, come enjoy a night of competitive games where you will be socializing and having FUN! (10 weeks)

• Dates: Mondays, Feb. 3 – April 28
• Dates: Thursdays, Jan. 30 – April 3
• Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Location: CRMS gym
• Fee: $50 per class

 

Journey to Wellness

Kristin Raucci

Start the year off with self-care. Learn and practice different strategies to care for yourself, including meditation, breathing exercises, journaling, essential oils, positive affirmations, reflexology and much more. (5 weeks)

• Dates: Thursdays, Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 20
• Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Location: PBHS room 217
• Fee: $65

 

Yoga

Gillian Batchasingh

Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, you will leave this class with a better-feeling body and quieter mind. You will learn deep, effective
stretches and breathing practices that deeply relax body and mind. Bring a mat and blanket. (8 weeks)

• Dates: Wednesdays Jan. 8 – March 5 (No class Feb. 19)
• Time: 6 –7 p.m.
• Location: PBHS cafeteria – board side
• Fee: $80

 

Adult Laps

Mike Reineke

Lanes will be open for lap swimming, kickboards, pull buoys, aqua joggers and starting blocks are available for use.

 

Session I

• Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Dec. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, Jan. 6, 8, 13, 15, 22, 27
• Time: 7 – 8 p.m.
• Location: PaAK pool
• Fee: $120 or $5 per session

 

Session II

• Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Dec. 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, Jan. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
• Time: 7:45 – 8:45 p.m.
• Location: PBHS pool
• Fee: $120 or $5 per session

 

Adult Swimming Lessons

Ages 18+

Mike Reineke

This class is for adults looking to overcome a fear of water, by learning to swim correctly and safely. Our class is here to give you the confidence and the
skills to give you the comfort of being in the water. This class is for all swimming levels.

Session I

• Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Dec. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18
• Time: 7 – 8 p.m.
• Location: PAK pool
• Fee: $100

 

Session II

• Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan 6, 8, 13, 15, 22, 27
• Time: 7 – 8 p.m.
• Location: PAK pool
• Fee: $100

 

Adult Basketball

Kevin Hart

Pickup basketball games for fun and exercise.  Limit of 15 (10 weeks)

• Date: Tuesdays,Jan. 7 – March 11
• Time: 7 – 9 p.m.
• Location: CVMS gym
• Fee: $50

 

Sourdough Bread Baking (Ages 14+)

Sarah Powell

Learn to make sourdough, a simple way that fits your schedule. Enjoy fresh, healthy bread for you and your family. In the class, you will learn the basics of sourdough, including starter care, making a plain loaf, troubleshooting and learning how to incorporate inclusions. 

Materials needed for class: Medium or large bowl, tea towel and scraper spatula.

• Dates: Thursday, Jan. 23
• Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• Location: CVMS FACS room
• Fee: $75

 

Stability Ball Workout

Gillian Batchasingh

This class is customized to help you improve all-over flexibility, core strength, posture, balance and coordination with the stability ball. Incorporating the hand weights to our routine, we develop strength, toning and muscle. A stability ball workout will make things more interesting and effective by engaging different muscles. (8 weeks)

Equipment needed for this class: Inflated 65 cm stability ball, hand weights and mat.

• Date: Thursdays, Dec. 12 – Feb. 13
• Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Location: PBE gym
• Fee: $80

 

Latin Dancing (Beginners)

Isabel Gomez

Do you enjoy dancing?  Come join us in learning the exotic dancing of Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. Learn these fascinating dances and allow yourself to express yourself through your movement. Partner or not, Latin dancing is a great activity to learn at any age, so put on your dancing shoes and come shake your hips.

• Date: Fridays, Jan. 10 – March 8
• Time: 6  – 7 p.m.
• Location: EJR Gym
• Fee: $80