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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 4
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Issue No. 47 - February 3, 2023
Parent Conferences Help All Students
Sadie Peterson Library a Valuable Resource
PHS Ski Club Aims to Relieve the Winter Blues
NHS Blood Drive Meets Goal
CI Weekly
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Issue No. 46 - February 1, 2023
Partnership Brings Local Food to Families
Athletics Plans Booster Club
Runner Makes her Mark on Team
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Issue No. 45 - January 27, 2023
Chat Date Shifts, Focus is on 2 Programs
Warring Students' Art on Display in Albany
Clinton Mourns Loss of Mykee Byrd
CI Weekly
Upcoming Events
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Issue No. 44 - January 20, 2023
MLK Breakfast Honors Two PHS Students
State Approves PCSD as CTLE Sponsor
Middle School AP Wants Everyone to be Seen
CI Weekly
Upcoming Events
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Issue No. 43 - January 18, 2023
Future Capital Project Plans Detailed
Meet the District's Attendance Caseworkers
Stay Informed With Other District, City Newsletters
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Issue No. 42 - January 13, 2023
Grant Boosts Mental Health Awareness
Board of Ed Committees, Assignments Revised
Mural Featuring Historical Figures Graces PMS
Comic Characters Adorn Walls at High School
CI Weekly
Upcoming Events
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Issue No. 41 - January 11, 2023
PHS Senior Yale-Bound on Full Scholarship
State Asks Rosser to Join Equity Group
District Launches School Attendance Campaign
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Issue No. 40 - January 6, 2023
District Explores School Name History
Arts Committee Holds Planning Meeting
Library Publication Highlights Free Offerings
CI Weekly
Upcoming Events
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Issue No. 39 - January 4, 2023
Happy New Year PCSD Community
Meet the District's Two Master Teachers
PHS Student Designs Fishkill Polar Plunge Sweatshirt
Month Honors Board of Education Members
ELC School Community Remembers Gina Giammona
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