Pine Bush Central School District
Continuing Education Course Catalog
Fall 2025

If you would like to be placed on the mailing list, please call the continuing education office at (845) 744-2031 ext. 3051 and leave your name and address.

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 Arbitersports.com

Please include the student’s name and class name with the 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

• 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.
• Visit us on our website or at Facebook.

Youth Programs

NEW! The Pumpkin Run is Back!!

The race is open to boys and girls in the Pine Bush Central School District in grades 3-6. Come test your endurance in a fun run on the trails and fields behind Pine Bush Elementary School.

Pine Bush Elementary back fields and trails
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$5 registration fee

Race Schedule

• 10 a.m. – Third grade girls half-mile course
• 10:15 a.m.- Third grade boys half-mile course
• 10:30 a.m. – Fourth grade girls one-mile course
• 10:45 a.m. – Fourth grade boys one-mile course
• 11 a.m. – Fifth grade girls one-mile course
• 11:15 a.m. – Fifth grade boys one-mile course
• 11:30 a.m. – Sixth grade girls one-mile course
• 11:45 am: 6 th grade boys 1-mile course

Arrive about 20 mins. before your race to check in and warm up with the varsity cross country team members. There will be certificates and ribbons for all participants. T-shirts for the top male and female runners in each age group will be awarded. Hosted by Coach Lawrence and the Pine Bush Cross Country Teams

Introduction to Boys and Girls Lacrosse

Grades 1-6

Instructor: John Pastormerlo

This class is for students interested in lacrosse who have never played lacrosse and want to try this exciting, fast-paced sport. Classes will teach lacrosse fundamentals and teamwork in a fun, relaxed environment. No equipment required! We will supply each registered player with a lacrosse stick that is theirs to keep. (8 weeks)

• CRMS Gym
• Thursdays, Oct. 23 through Dec. 18 
• 6:30 – 7:30 PM
• Fee: $100

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 six-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!

• PAK Library 
• Tuesdays, Oct. 14, 21, 28, Nov. 18, 25, Dec. 2 (No class on Nov. 4 and Nov. 11)
• 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
• Fee: $115

S.T.E.M. and Robotics Club

Grades K- 3

Monali Verma (Robotics4U) 

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 enough to respond to voices and sounds 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 communication! (6 weeks)

• PAK Library
• Thursdays – Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20
• 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
• Fee: $180

Bill Bartko 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. If you are interested in mailing a donation, please make check payable to Bill Bartko Scholarship Fundraiser and mail to P.O. Box 700, Pine Bush NY 12566 Attn: Maria Vanini-Brown.

• PBHS Main Gym
• Friday, Nov. 21
•  6 – 9 p.m.
• Fee: $5 per person

Girls and Boys Indoor Soccer

Grades 3-12

Instructors: Chris Bartko

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

• CRMS Gym
• Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10, Jan. 7, 21, 28, Feb. 11, 25
• Grades 3-6: 5:30 –7 p.m.
• Grades 7-12: 7:30 – 9 p.m.
• Fee: $100

 

Introduction to Rugby (Flag/Touch)

Grades 1-12

Instructor: Michelle Houston

Flag and touch rugby is a safe and accessible sport that emphasizes teamwork, fitness and coordination. The format is non-contact, making it an excellent introduction to the sport while promoting physical activity and sportsmanship among students of all athletic backgrounds. No experience necessary.

• PAK Gym
• Grades 1-5: Mondays, Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10
• Grades 6-12: Thursdays, Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13
• 6:30 – 8 p.m.
• Fee: $90

 

Family Programs

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 ia great way to spend an evening.

Children under age 2 must be potty trained; NO water diapers

• PAK Pool
• Fridays, Oct 3, 10, 24, Nov. 7, 14, 21, Dec. 5
• 7 – 8:30 p.m.
• Fee: $5 per swimmer per class

Adult Programs

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 (with modifications for all levels) and breathing practices that deeply relax body and mind. Bring a mat and blanket. 

• PBHS Cafeteria, board side
• Wednesdays, Oct. 8, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, Dec. 3, 10, Jan. 7
• 6 –7 p.m.
• Fee: $80

 

Adult Volleyball

Maria Brown

Enjoy a night of fun, looking for competitive players who love a great challenge. Class is limited to 15 players. 

• PBE gym
• Mondays, Sept. 22 – Dec. 1 
• 7 – 9 p.m.
• Fee: $60

 

Adult Indoor Soccer

Jim Post

Competitive, fast-paced, friendly games. Class is limited to 20 players.

• PBHS Main Gym
• Wednesdays,  Sept. 17 – Dec. 3 (No class Oct. 8, and Nov. 26)
• 7 – 9 p.m.
• Fee: $60

 

Adult Basketball

Kevin Hart

Pickup basketball games for fun and exercise. Limit of 15 players.

• CRMS gym
• Tuesdays, Oct. 14 – Dec. 23
• 7 – 9 p.m.
• Fee: $50

 

Adult Sit and Stitch

Have you ever been interested in learning to crochet? Come join us and learn the fiber art of crocheting! Materials needed: ball of crochet yarn, crochet needles 4.5 mm/5.0 mm

• CES library
• Wednesdays, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10, 17, Jan. 7, 14
• 6 – 7 p.m.
• Fee: $80

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’s permit with registration. Upon course completion, the MV-278 certificate will be mailed to the address on the permit. This certificate is required to schedule a road test appointment.  This course is a two-day class.

• PBHS room 148
• Wednesday, Oct. 22 and Thursday, Oct. 23
• 5 – 7:30 p.m.
• Fee: $55

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 3 years.

• PBHS room 147
• Saturday, Oct. 18
• 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Fee: $55

 

Latin Dancing

Isabel Gomez

For Beginners

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.

• CES Gym
• Fridays, Nov. 7, 14, 21, Dec. 5, 12, 19, Jan. 9, 16 (No class Nov. 28, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2)
• 6 – 7 p.m.
• Fee: $80

 

Stability Ball Workout

Gillian Batachasingh

This class is customized to help you improve overall flexibility, core strength, posture, balance, and coordination with the stability ball. Incorporating the hand weights into our routine, we develop strength, tone, and muscle. A stability ball workout will make things more interesting and effective by engaging different muscles. Equipment needed for this class: an inflated 65 cm stability ball, hand weights, and a mat.

• PBE Gym
• Thursdays, Oct. 9 – Dec. 4 
• 6 – 7 p.m.
• Fee: $80

Advanced Pickleball – New location

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!

• CVMS gym
• Mondays, Oct. 20 – Dec. 22
• Thursdays, Oct. 23 – Jan. 15
• 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
• $60 each session

Pickleball for Beginners (Adult) – New Location

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.

• CVMS gym
• Tuesdays, Oct. 7 – Dec. 2
• 6 – 8 p.m.
• Fee: $60

Intermediate Pickleball – New Location

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. 

• CVMS Gym
• Wednesdays, Oct. 8 – Dec. 3 
• 6:30 – 8 p.m.
• Fee: $60