Hands-on learning and candy are the perfect match

Fifth grade students at Circleville Elementary took part in the 5th annual “Trick or Treat for STEAM” on Wednesday, Oct. 31. The day revolved around various STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) activities and, of course, candy. This year, students rotated through the four fifth-grade classrooms throughout the day. Learning activities included: Pumpkin Structures …

District voters will decide on $76.7 million Facilities Modernization Plan

Voters within the Pine Bush Central School District will go to the polls on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, to decide on a proposed $76.7 capital project that will modernize each school building with upgrades and new investments. To see the total costs and a list of projects for each school, click here. For information on …

Volleyball team takes Section IX title

Congratulations to our Pine Bush Varsity Volleyball team in capturing the Section IX championship this week. The team defeated Kingston and now heads to Corning Thursday, Nov. 8, to play Binghamton in the regional semi-finals. “We have worked very hard to regain the Section IX title,” said Coach Melyssa Amelio, who said the team learned some valuable …

On air at Crispell Middle School

‘The Wolf’ morning team made a stop at Crispell Middle School on Friday, Oct. 19, broadcasting their morning show from the Crispell gymnasium. It was part of a program called “CJ & Jess Go Back to School” where the morning DJs on The Wolf 94.3/97.37 FM visit schools in the broadcast area. Assistant Principal Jennifer …

This is how books are made

EJR welcomes children’s author Lizzy Rockwell Students at Edward J. Russell Elementary School welcomed a special guest on Friday, Oct. 19, and they certainly were familiar with her work. Lizzy Rockwell, prolific illustrator and writer of children’s books, brought many of her works with her as she spoke to the students about books, the process …

Rotary gives the gift of words

It’s become a tradition. Each year, the Wallkill East Rotary pays a visit to each of the four elementary schools in the Pine Bush Central School District: Circleville, Pakanasink, Edward J. Russell and Pine Bush Elementary. The group presents every third-grade student with a dictionary of their very own to keep. Dr. William Bassett, a …

Giving the gift of life

Pine Bush students do many things to support their community. On Oct. 4, they provided the gift of life through blood donations. Eighty-eight students registered to donate blood at the district’s first blood drive of the year. It was a wonderful sight for Pine Bush High School nurse Marybeth Reinfried. “I am so proud of …

Post navigation

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
This website is maintained by Public Information Specialist Linda Smith. It is the goal of the Pine Bush Central School District that this website is accessible to all users. View our accessibility statement. The district is not responsible for facts or opinions contained on any linked site. Some links and features on this site require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view. Visit the Adobe website to download the free Acrobat Reader. This website was produced by Capital Region BOCES Engagement & Development Services, Albany, NY. Copyright © 2026. All rights reserved.