Together, We are Champions for Children in Poughkeepsie City Schools
The Division of Instruction is comprised of our Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary and Secondary curriculum departments and administrators, College and Career Readiness, English Language Learners, Physical Education, Health and Athletics, School Counseling, Adult Education, Career and Technical Education, Community Schools programming, and Data, Accountability, and Assessment. We are excited to provide our students with a strong academic experience and are here to support the students and families of Poughkeepsie City School District!
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is responsible for providing district-wide coordination and oversight of the instructional programs offered to the students. The team works collaboratively with building administrators and teachers to select appropriate, rigorous, and research-based curriculum programs, provide ongoing professional development, and analyze and share data for the continued academic growth of all of our students.
Department of Curriculum & Instruction: 18 South Perry St., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Gregory Mott
(845) 451-4900 ext. 2250
Administrative School Secretary
Ms. Shpresa Toplanaj
(845) 451-4900 ext. 1481
Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Ms. Janet Bisti
(845) 451-4900 ext. 4983
jbisti@poughkeepsieschools.org
Director of Teaching and Learning
Ms. Patrice Woods
(845) 451-4900 ext. 1352
pwoods@poughkeepsieschools.org
Special Projects Assistant
Ms. Takisha Morton
(845) 451-4900 ext. 1484
Director of College Readiness and Workforce Education
Dr. Janety Encarnación
(845) 451-4900 ext. 1732
jencarnacion@poughkeepsieschools.org
Executive Director of Physical Education, Health Services, Athletics and Recreation
Peter Bianco
(845) 451-4900 ext. 6482