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If you’ve taken photos of an event, send them, along with details, and they’ll be considered as well.Superintendent's Brief - Volume 6
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Issue No. 36 - December 6, 2024
State Ed Officials Observe Ampact Tutoring Impact
PHS Celebrates Nearly 500 on Honor Roll
Morse Students Decorate 'Katie's Tree'
Students to Play at 'Festival of Lights'
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Issue No. 35 - December 4, 2024
PCSD Celebrates Special Education
Athlete of the Month - Record Highlights Swimmer's Big Junior Year
Sophomore Earns BOCES Student of Distinction Honor
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Issue No. 34 - November 27, 2024
Thank You!
PCSD Students Give Thanks Together
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Issue No. 33 - November 22, 2024
Substitute Educators Deserve Praise
Recycling Projects Win County Contest
District, BOE Discuss State Assessments, Solutions
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Issue No. 32 - November 20, 2024
Poughkeepsie Thanks School Professionals
Outreach, Incentives to Curb Absenteeism
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Issue No. 31 - November 15, 2024
Community Schools to Start Food Pantry
Toy, Coat, Shoe Drive Donations Wanted for Holiday Drive
College Aid Prep Underway; Meeting Wednesday
Parents Invited to Absenteeism Discussion
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Issue No. 30 - November 13, 2024
PCSD Evaluating How it Serves Students with Exceptionalities
PMS Students Encouraged to RISE This Year
Warring Students Recycle to Create Art in Competition
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Issue No. 29 - November 8, 2024
Veterans Day - Honoring All Who Served
BOE Creates $12M Fund; 2023-24 Audit Positive
Chess Program Teaches Critical Thinking Skills
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Issue No. 28 - November 6, 2024
Transportation Included in Revised Elementary Realignment Plan
Football, Cheer Teams Give Back to Community
Donuts with Dad Returns to Massive Interest
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Issue No. 27 - November 1, 2024
A New System for Pre-Kindergarten Literacy Learning
Student-Staff Softball Game Sparks Fun, Charity
Halloween Spirit Alive Around PCSD Schools
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Superintendent's Brief - Volume 5
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Issue No. 86 - June 28, 2024
'We Persisted and We are Here'
Summer Meals Program Begins Monday
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Issue No. 85 - June 26, 2024
Celebrating Students Moving Up
Class of 2037 Takes First Steps
Kindergarteners' Growth, Language Skills on Display
'Resilient' Fifth Graders Reach Middle School
Students Eye Success in High School, College
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Issue No. 84 - June 21, 2024
Student Committee Helps Guide PCSD
Aquarium Wows Morse Students
Free Summer Reading Event Saturday
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Issue No. 83 - June 19, 2024
New Playgrounds Add Accessibility, Safety at Schools
Grants Allow Teachers to Innovate in Classroom
City Pools to Open June 29
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Issue No. 82 - June 14, 2024
Growing Garden Program Teaches ELC Students
Senior Walk Celebration Sets Example for Students
Rosser to Discuss District's Next Strategic Plan
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Issue No. 81 - June 12, 2024
'Annie Up!' Marks Drama Club Return
Poughkeepsie Celebrates Athletics at Banquet
Students Inducted to NJHS
PHS Seniors Honored at BOCES Breakfast
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Issue No. 80 - June 7, 2024
A Week for Seniors, Honors
- Signing Day Celebrates Pioneers' Future Plans
- Class of '24 Given $142,000 in Local Scholarships at Awards Night
- Students Earn Induction into National Honor Society
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Issue No. 79 - June 5, 2024
Arts Education Continues to Grow
Shows Put Student Talents on Display
Hip Hop Theater Finishes Year with Big Performance
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Issue No. 78 - May 31, 2024
Universal Prekindergarten Expands
Morse Class Visits Marist after Attendance Win
Be Heard: Survey Aids Improvement Effort
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Issue No. 77 - May 29, 2024
Poughkeepsie Puts Talent on Display
Elementary Strings Students Learn Together
Inaugural eSports Season Successful for Pioneers
Superintendent's Brief - Volume 4
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Issue No. 87 - June 30, 2023
PCSD Celebrates, Sets Focus for 23-24
District Program Helps Develop Future Leaders
Library Offers Variety of Summer Programs, Activities
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Issue No. 86 - June 28, 2023
Class off 2023 Celebrates Graduation
Basics University Preps Students for School
District Awards Veteran Diploma
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Issue No. 85 - June 23, 2023
Eighth Graders are High School Bound
Board Receives Teacher Contract Update
CI Weekly Focuses on Year-End Celebrations
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Issue No. 84 - June 21, 2023
Schools Celebrate Students' Move to 6th
AmeriCorps Director Visits Poughkeepsie
Children's Cabinet Seeks Executive Director
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Issue No. 83 - June 16, 2023
Class of '23 Scholarships Exceed $100K
Honor Society Adds Nearly 50 Members
ELC Kicks Off District Moving Up Ceremonies
Grant, Student Involvement Help PHS Garden Grow
Students Enjoy Visit to Aquarium
CI Weekly
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Issue No. 82 - June 14, 2023
Youth Have Many Options for Summer
Tonight: District's First All-Elementary Musical
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Issue No. 81 - June 9, 2023
Morse Students Create Mural for Board
District Improves Equity
Kindergarten Lesson Helps Planet, Animals
Malcolm X Park Reopens to Public
CI Weekly
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Issue No. 80 - June 7, 2023
Visit Highlights New Academic Support
Student Concerts Bring Music to Community
PHS Represents at State MBK Symposium
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Issue No. 79 - June 2, 2023
Banquet Recognizes Student Athletes
Hobart College Inducts PHS Grad into Hall of Fame
CI Weekly
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Issue No. 78 - May 31, 2023
Warring Helps City Celebrate Award
Safe Routes Committee Launches
T-shirt Marks Class Completion
Superintendent's Brief - Volume 3
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Issue No. 84 - June 29, 2022
Congratulations PHS Class of 2022!
Retreat Starts Off Summer
District Upgrades Security System
Phee Simpson Scheduled to be Reinstated as PHS Principal
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Issue No. 83 - June 24, 2022
SABP Season Concludes with Excitement
Parents May Get Data Breach Notice
Student Designs Warring School T-Shirt Logo
PHS Grad Writes Books to Educate about Rescue Dogs
Girls Swim Team Recognized as Epitome of Good Sports
Eighth Graders Celebrate Move to PHS
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Issue No. 82 - June 22, 2022
School Board Association Honors District
Institute Helps grow ENL Team Knowledge
Students Celebrate Moving Up to New Schools
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Issue No. 81 - June 17, 2022
Church Purchase Will Expand Arts Education
Jazz Band Tops Music in the Parks
Students enjoy Fun-Filled Field Day
PK Strings Performs at Vassar
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Issue No. 80 - June 15, 2022
Court Orders PCSD to Reinstate Employee
Grant Helps Find Best Support Combinations
High School Students Complete Career Programs
Weekend Grows Sophomores' Leadership
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Issue No. 79 - June 10, 2022
SAVE Committee Updates Visitor Procedures
Awards Recognize PHS Athletes On and Off Field
Guest Artists Inspire Creativity and Challenge Students
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Issue No. 78 - June 8, 2022
Summer Packs, Programs Help Students
Staff Leadership Program Graduates First Class
Students Deliver Gifts of Hope to City of Poughkeepsie Shelters
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Issue No. 77 - June 3, 2022
Student Panel Gains Leadership Tips
Class of 2022 Nets Nearly $100K in Local Scholarships
Honor Society Inducts New Members
Festival Showcases PHS Art, Music Talent
Krieger Students Ready to Entertain in 'Annie Jr.'
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Issue No. 76 - June 1, 2022
School Libraries get Significant Updates
Students Share Experiences at Youth Conference
High School Garden Growing Again
Warring Teachers are Bringing Out the Fun in Lessons
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Issue No. 75 - May 27, 2022
Dutchess BOCES Honors PCSD Students
Mentor Program Recognizes Teacher from Middle School
Pitcher Martin Puts in Work to Achieve Success
Chamber Youth Program Accepting Applications
Superintendent's Brief - Volume 2
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Issue No. 85 - June 30, 2021
Facilities Director Key to District's Future
Summer Meal Distribution Schedule Set
Reflections on the School Year
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Issue No. 84 - June 25, 2021
Congratulations PHS Class of 2021!
PMS Honors 8th Graders' Academic Achievements
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Issue No. 83 - June 23, 2021
Class of 2021 Set to Graduate Tomorrow
Senator Honors Superstars
Puppet Show Adds Fun to Morse Art Lessons
Guest Speakers Share Career Options with Young Students
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Issue No. 82 - June 18, 2021
Lead for America Comes to Poughkeepsie
ELC Students Sing, Dance with YouTube Star
Clinton Students Give Thumbs-Up to Ice Cream Day
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Issue No. 81 - June 16, 2021
Students Excited About Voice in District
Communications Seek to Strengthen Partnerships
PEC Helps Forge Community Ties; Receives Praise
Sports Banquet Honors PCSD Student-Athletes
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Issue No. 80 - June 11, 2021
PCSD Releases Application for Aspiring Leadership Academy
Elementary Students to Get Glimpse of Careers
Bank Helps Relaunch PHS School Store
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Issue No. 79 - June 9, 2021
District Continues Progress Toward Stated Goals
PHS Senior Speaks on Equity at Board of Regents Meeting
Author Engages ELC Students in Book Discussion
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Issue No. 78 - June 4, 2021
Ceremonies Honor Student Achievements
'Eelibration" Recognizes Student Volunteers
District's Exemplary Educators Receive Awards
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Issue No. 77 - June 2, 2021
District Receives $500K IBM Cybersecurity Grant
Caravan Carries PHS Graduation Excitement
Chicks Bring Lessons to Life at ELC
Board to Receive Capital Project Update
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Issue No. 76 - May 28, 2021
Giving Thanks...and an Extended Break
Teenager Shooting: Putting Commitment to Action
Students Present Equity Ideas to High School Staff
First PHS E-Tech Student Graduates from DCC
Superintendent's Brief - Volume 1
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Issue No. 70 - June 26, 2020
Community School Framework Poised to be Major Game Changer for all PCSD Schools
Board sets 20-21 School Calendar
Harvard Gazette Publishes Article about Poughkeepsie
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Issue No. 69 - June 24, 2020
Caravan Surprises Clinton Cougars Moving Up
Virtual Field Trip Shares Area History
My Visit to the Poughkeepsie Public Library District
Teacher Saves Newburgh Neighbor
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Issue No. 68 - June 19, 2020
PHS Principal Reveals Valedictorian, Salutatorian
District to Host First Virtual Graduation
Middle School Staff Deliver Fun and Supplies to More Families
Spring Coaches Recognize Athletes
Help Us, Help Children: Take a Few Minutes to Respond to Census 2020
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Issue No. 67 - June 17, 2020
Voters Approve 2020-21 District Budget Plan
Summer Learning Set for Students with Exceptionalities
PMS Science Experiments Hit New Heights
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Issue No. 66 - June 12, 2020
Chronogram Interviews Children’s Cabinet
PHS Athletes Make College Commitment Virtually
Journal Recognizes Girls Crew Team in Article
Please Take Some Time This Weekend to Respond to the Census