Hour of Code introduces students to computer science

Students in all four Pine Bush elementary schools participated in the Hour of Code, a world-wide initiative to encourage boys and girls to get involved in computer science. Circleville, EJR and PBE third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students all participated, while second- through fifth-grade students at Pakanasink had the opportunity to sit and try their hand …

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 …

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 …

Circleville Elementary School named National PTA School of Excellence

Circleville Elementary School was recently recognized as a National PTA School of Excellence for the 2018-2020 school years. National PTA’s School of Excellence program supports and celebrates partnerships between PTAs and schools that work to improve the educational experience and school environment for every child. This program provides guidance to assist schools in engaging families …

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Pine Bush Central School District
State Route 302, Pine Bush, NY 12566
Phone: (845) 744-2031
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Joseph Lenz
Superintendent of Schools
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