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Back to School

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First Day of School

We’re excited to welcome students back to school on Tuesday, Sept. 2! Get ready for a great start to the school year!

 

 

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Information about the state-wide internet-enabled device ban

The 2025-2026 school year begins the state’s new “bell-to-bell” ban on personal internet-enabled devices, including cell phones, smart watches and tablets. Students in middle school and high school must keep their personal devices in their lockers or off the premises during the entire school day. Elementary students will keep their devices stored in designated classroom locations. Read our district’s policy and some frequently asked questions here.

 

 

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School Nutrition Information

Breakfast and lunch are served to all students at no cost during the 2025-2026 school year. A la carte items may be purchased separately. Learn more about our school nutrition here.

 

 

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School Supplies

View your school below for the general back-to-school supply lists:

 

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School Forms

View the list of school forms that must be completed and returned during the first week of school, as well as documents for your review. 

 

 

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ParentSquare

The Pine Bush Central School District uses ParentSquare for its school-to-home communication system, using the primary contact information on file for parents. We urge all parents and guardians to register and download the ParentSquare app. 

 

 

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Registration Information

View more information about registration and instructions for registering at Pine Bush schools.

 

 

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SchoolTool Parent Portal

Click here to learn about SchoolTool Parent Portal. Also, watch a brief instructional video.

Use SchoolTool for online access to your student’s contact information, class placement, schedule, attendance, and grades (progress reports/report cards). This access is available for parents/guardians of students at all Pine Bush schools.

 

 

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School Hours

  • Pine Bush High School: 7:33 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
  • Circleville Middle School: 7:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.
  • Crispell Middle School: 7:20 a.m. to 2:05 p.m.
  • All Elementary Schools: 8:55 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

 

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Pre-K and Kindergarten Orientation

All pre-K and kindergarten orientations are scheduled for the first day of school, Tuesday, Sept. 2, in your student’s elementary building.

 

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Open House Schedule

Click to view the open house dates at each school.

 

 

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Calendars

 

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Summer Reading

Students entering grades 7 through 12 have reading assignments to complete over the summer. View the summer reading and assignments.

 

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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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