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Where to Find Help

We're excited to welcome students and families back to school buildings for the 2025-26 school year. We understand the start of any year can bring questions or issues for which you may need assistance from our district and building leaders. To make solving those problems easier, please refer to this guide for who to contact how to reach them.

Guide to How to Find Help

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How to Find Help

It can sometimes be difficult to know who is the best person to reach out to when you need assistance with a district program. Below, find a comprehensive list of who to talk to when help is needed.

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For Building Level Assistance Please Reach out to your Building Directly

Poughkeepsie High School 845-451-4850

Poughkeepsie Middle School 845-451-4800

Clinton Elementary School 845-451-4600

Krieger Elementary School 845-451-4660

Sojourner Truth Elementary School 845-451-4690

Smith Elementary School 845-451-4720

Warring Elementary School 845-451-4751

  • Did You Know? If you have questions about services for students with exceptionalities (SWE), you can contact Dr. Yvonne Palmer, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services and Parent and Community Engagement, at 845-437-5721 cwhalen@poughkeepsieschools.org.

  • Did You Know? Our Curriculum & Instruction Department, led by Jessica Turner, supports teachers and families with academic resources, curriculum alignment, and instructional best practices. Reach out at 845-451-4900 x1484 tmorton@poughkeepsieschools.org.

     

  • Did You Know? Families new to the district can register their child for school through our Central Registration Office. Contact the registrar at 845-437-3480 centreg@poughkeepsieschools.org.

     

  • Did You Know? Every student in Poughkeepsie City School District is eligible for free breakfast and lunch daily. Questions? Contact Food Services at 845-451-4900 x4782 cpace@poughkeepsieschools.org.

     

  • Did You Know? The Transportation Department ensures safe and reliable bus service for students every day. Call Ms. Dawn Roger, Supervisor of Transportation with route or schedule questions. 845-451-4900 x2220 droger@poughkeepsieschools.org.

     

  • Did You Know? Poughkeepsie High School offers a wide range of athletic programs. For schedules, sign-ups, or questions, contact Dr. Jonathan Jefferson, Executive Director of Physical Education at 845-451-4900 x6481 jmilholm@poughkeepsieschools.org.

     

  • Our Human Resources department supports staff with employment opportunities, certifications, benefits, and personnel services and community concerns.  For questions or assistance, contact Mr. Kevin Hanratty, Executive Director of the Human Resources department. 845-451-4900 x 4972 bwilliams@poughkeepsieschools.org.

  • Our office of School Engagement supports the district with student attendance, student behavior support, social emotional learning, and our homeless students.  For questions or assistance, contact Mr. Da’Ron Wilson, Executive Director of the School Engagement department. 845-451-4900 x1371 djones@poughkeepsieschools.org.