Pine Bush Central School District
Continuing Education Course Catalog
Summer 2024

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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

 

Register for all classes through FamilyID.com

Early registration is encouraged to ensure placement and to avoid
possible class cancellation due to insufficient enrollment.

Please include the student’s name and class name with payment. Registration is not complete until payment is received.

Make checks payable to PBCSD. Mail payments to:

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

 

• 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.

Children’s Programs

 

Boys and Girls Running Camp

Grades 1-5

Kiersten Garcia & Tara Habernig

Come Join us this summer for the first ever Running Camp! This camp will go over the basics of running. Children are encouraged to run at their own pace. It will include team building activities, running games, lap and relay races.

• Monday – Thursday, Aug. 12,13,14 & 15
• 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
• PBE, Field
• Fee: $150

 

Family Swim

Michael Reineke

If you want to help your children practice their swimming skills or your family needs some bonding time, a family swim is a great way to spend an afternoon. For children under age 2, potty training is required. No water diapers.

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – July 8 – Aug. 1
• 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• PAK, Pool
• Fee: $5 Adults/ $3 child, children under 2 free

 

Acceleration Academy (Sprint Camp) 

Grades 6-12

Samantha Becker & Janell Budd

Join us for a high-energy sprint camp where kids will learn the fundamentals of speed and agility from a former collegiate athlete. Through personalized coaching and tailored exercises, participants will enhance their sprinting technique and unlock their full potential on the track. Session 2 dates will be available soon. Equipment needed: sneakers, spikes preferred  and water.

Session 1: Grades 6-8

• Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23
• 9 – 10:30 a.m.
• PBHS Track
• Fee: $125

 

Grades 9-12

• Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23
•  11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• PBHS, Track
• Fee: $125

 

Summer Band Lessons

Grades 5 – 12

Peter Gehres

Get in early for band or continue building skills on your instrument! Six small group lessons, scheduled once a week. Students should come prepared with their instrument and lesson book for the first lesson. (French horn, baritone, and tuba students will sign out a school instrument at the first lesson.) Lessons will be scheduled on Tuesday, with Wednesday serving as an overflow day.

• Tuesdays, July 9 –August 13
• 30 minute slots between 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
• CVMS, Band room
• Fee: $140

 

 

STEM and Robotics Summer Camp

Grades K-5

Monali Verma (Robotics4U) www.robotics4ucenter.com

Give your child the gift of an extraordinary camp experience where kids create, collaborate and connect! Run by Robotics4U, this camp aims to inspire the next generation of engineers, thinkers and innovators.  We encourage campers to think outside the box and come up with solutions for the challenges given to them to boost critical thinking skills. This camp is the complete package full of fun, robotic games, science experiments, STEM DIY make-and-take projects, Lego challenges, coding and outdoor team building games. Each day campers will work on STEM projects that they can then take home with them and one day of the week campers will build a STEM project using motors and switches. 

• Five days: July, 22, 23, 24, 25 and 29
• 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• Locations: EJR, Cafeteria
• Fee: $215

 

Boys and Girls Tennis Camp

Grades 7-12

Coach Sabini

This program will focus on learning the rules, conditioning, learning or perfecting your serve, improving your form and playing with integrity.

• Monday – Thursday, July 8 – 11
•  9 – 11 a.m.
• PBHS , Tennis Courts
• Fee: $100

 

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 

• Wednesdays, July 17- Aug 21 (6 weeks)
• 9 – 10 a.m.
• PBHS, Tennis Courts
• Fee: $100

 

Hurdle Hero ( Hurdle Camp) 

Grades 6-12

Samantha Becker

Step up your hurdle game at our dynamic hurdle camp, led by a former collegiate athlete dedicated to enhancing technique and effectiveness. From mastering the basics to refining advanced skills, participants will receive expert coaching tailored to their abilities. Get ready to soar over obstacles with confidence and precision, as you learn from the best and unleash your full potential on the track!  Session 2 dates will be available soon. Equipment needed: Sneakers, spikes preferred and water

Session 1: 

• Grades 6-8                                                             
• Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24                                      
• 9 – 10:30 a.m.                                                              
•  PBHS, Track                                                            
•  Fee:  $125   

 

• Grades 9-12
• Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24
• 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• PBHS Track
• Fee: $125

 

Girls and Boys Youth Basketball 

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 

 Mondays,  July 29 – August 19

Session 1 ( Grades 1 – 3 )          

• Time: 9 – 10 a.m.                           
• Location: EJR, Gym                         
• FEE: $100                                               

 

Session 2 – Grades 4-5

• 10 – 11 a.m.
• EJR Gym
• Fee: $100

 

Session 3 – Grades 6- 8

• 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• EJR Gym
• Fee: $100

 

 

Volleyball Camp

Coach: Melyssa Amelio

Grades 3-12

Students will learn rules, skills, and drills, followed by games. Focus for this group will be on skills and team development for a more competitive play.

*Session 1: July 29 – Aug 1                          

• 12 -2 p.m.                                        
• PBHS, Main Gym                          
• Fee: $110   

 

  *Session 2: Aug 19 – 22

• Grades 3-8: 9 – 11 a.m.
• Grades 9-12: 12 – 2 p.m.
• PBHS, Main Gym
• Fee: $110

 

5-Hour Pre-Licensing Course

Brian Lynn

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

• Wednesday, August 14
• 8 a.m. –  1 p.m.
•  PBHS, room 148
• Fee: $55

 

Springboard Diving

Ages 9 – 18

Mike Reineke

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

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday,  Aug. 12 – Aug. 22
• 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
• PBHS, Pool
• Fee: $ 200

 

Adult Programs

 

Adult Outdoor Soccer

Jim Post

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

• Wednesday, June 19 – Aug 21
• 6 – 8:30  p.m.
• CES, Field
• Fee: $30

 

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 this class you will learn the basics of sourdough, including starter care, and making a plain loaf.  You we learn how to incorporate inclusions.

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

• Wednesday,  July 10
• 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
• CVMS, FACS  room
• Fee: $75

 

Defensive Driving Course

Christopher Simmons

Why should you take this class?  Your insurance cost is high due to a new driver or you may have incurred points on your driver’s license. Lower your insurance cost for three years. 

• Wednesday, August 14
•  8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
•  PBHS, room 147
• Fee: $50