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Poughkeepsie High School
Poughkeepsie High School serves students in grades 9-12. In 2019-20 enrollment was 1,110.
Address: 70 Forbus St.
Phone: 845-451-4850 (During the COVID-19 pandemic, call 845-391-2204)
Principal: Dr. Phee Simpson, psimpson@poughkeepsieschools.org
Main Office hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
School hours: 7:45 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.
School Nurse: 845-451-4850 ext. 6412 or 6411
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Athlete of the Month: Record swim highlights season for Martinez
After a season in which she broke a record, placed in the top-30 at the Section 1 Championships in two other events and was an all-league honoree, Renata Martinez was named Poughkeepsie’s Athlete of the Month for October.
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College aid preparation underway; parent info meeting Wednesday night
While there are things to prepare to be accepted to colleges and obtain scholarships that can be done right now, the first major step in the financial aid process will come Wednesday during parent-teacher conference night, when College and Workforce Readiness Counselor Kelly Semexant will hold a financial aid informational session from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Poughkeepsie High School library.
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Football, cheer teams give back to community
Last month, members of teams visited the district’s elementary schools to read books with classes and individually with students. In September, the teams assisted at a performance of a play, “The Fateful Hour.”
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Student-staff softball game sparks fun, charity
The school on Thursday held a fundraiser softball game titled “Battling Against Breast Cancer,” in which students took on staff in front of hundreds cheering in the stands.
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Homecoming puts spirit on display
The rally marked the end of spirit week at the school, in which grade levels competed in decorating their hallways – the seniors took top honors – and students were encouraged to dress in themes, such as looking like your best friend on Tuesday and dressing in specific grade-dictated colors on Friday. The rally also marked the beginning of Homecoming Weekend, with the Homecoming Dance in the gymnasium Friday night and a home football game against Tuckahoe Saturday afternoon to cap the season.
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Athlete of the Month: Hardin shows progress, leadership in cross country
Coach Jason Conrad said Hardin’s “focus and dedication” was being recognized in the honor in addition to his results; Hardin has registered the fastest times of any Poughkeepsie runners at most meets this season.
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My Brother's Keeper invites community to discuss graduation rates at convening
The Nov. 2 MBK Raising Achievement of Males of Color Convening is an opportunity for community members and organizations to engage in discussion on how they can assist in raising the graduation rates of young men of color.
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AFJROTC cadets honored at meet and greet
Promotions ranged from Cadet Senior Airman to Cadet Lieutenant Colonel. Some awards included the Longevity, and Health and Wellness ribbon, the Cadet Leadership Course ribbon, the Drill Team ribbon and others that went to some cadets who attended a JROTC camp during the summer.
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Students encouraged to vote, participate in democratic process
A slew of elected officials and candidates held an election awareness event at the high school, encouraging civic participation.
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Student show highlights Hispanic Heritage
At Poughkeepsie High School, the Multicultural Club honored the final day of National Hispanic Heritage Month which runs from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, with an assembly celebrating the diverse cultures of the students.
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Students get to know schools at college fair
More than 70 colleges, universities and trade schools took part in the 32nd Annual Multicultural College Fair at Poughkeepsie High School Tuesday. Students were able to approach college representatives to discuss programs, pick up brochures and sign up to receive more information.
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‘Run’ author encourages innovation, perseverance
One hundred copies of “Run” were provided to Poughkeepsie students as part of the Poughkeepsie Public Library District's Annual Big Read. Co-Author Andrew Aydin on Monday did not discuss the book itself as much as he did broader topics relatable to most in the high school auditorium: growing up under challenging circumstances, overcoming hurdles and being future focused.
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Senior pair chosen for My Brother’s Keeper Fellows Program
Each year, two seniors are chosen for the Fellows Program, in which they will take part in community-based service projects, school- and community-based activities, statewide gatherings and other networking opportunities, virtual book study with other fellows from across the state, and regular mentorship sessions with Executive Director of School Engagement Da’Ron Wilson and junior class guidance counselor Jason Conrad.
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Dual enrollment offerings grow, giving students more access to college credits
Students who complete dual enrollment classes not only receive credit toward high school graduation but also accumulate college credit. This year, there are 14 such classes offered at the high school – 10 more than a year ago.
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Inaugural Smart Scholars Early College program starts
Eighteen Poughkeepsie High School freshmen represent the inaugural class for a first-of-its-kind program in New York State, which students will gain college credits while training in the performing arts.
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Sophomore earns BOCES Student of Distinction honor
Jae La Francis, a sophomore from the Poughkeepsie City School District attending BOCES’ Resilience Academy, was named BOCES Student of Distinction for the month of November. She was honored with a certificate at the Poughkeepsie Board of Education meeting Nov. 20.
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PCSD students give thanks together
Around the Poughkeepsie City School District, many classes held special Thanksgiving events that focused on friends, family and food.
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District, BOE discuss state assessments, solutions
As it moves forward in its mission of elevating student achievement, the district is using last year's state assessments as a benchmark for the trajectory of student success rates, though other data, including I-Ready evaluations, Regents testing results and attendance figures all play a role.
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District increases outreach, launches incentive program to curb absences
The Poughkeepsie City School District is increasing outreach to find solutions for chronic absenteeism, and introducing an attendance incentive program beginning next month. The moves come as data from the first two months of the school year showed an increase in chronic absenteeism compared to the same period last year, but also an increase in the average number of students attending school daily.
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Toy, coat, shoe donations wanted for holiday drive
Toy donation boxes will be in every school; coat and shoe donations can be brought to the Parent Empowerment Center. All items will be distributed at Community Schools' holiday celebration Dec. 20.
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Community Schools to start food pantry in January
Community Schools in the process of creating an emergency food pantry at the Parent Empowerment Center at Poughkeepsie Middle School, with the goal of expanding to a second location at the Parent Empowerment Center at Warring Elementary School when construction is completed.
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PCSD evaluating how it serves students with exceptionalities
PCSD will be undergoing a comprehensive evaluation of how best to address the needs of its student population, with changes already underway, and the Board of Education has created a committee to address these issues.
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$12M capital reserve fund created; 2023-24 audit positive
The Poughkeepsie City School District Board of Education on Wednesday approved creating a $12 million capital reserve fund. It will translate to approximately $30 million in building upgrades, depending on the application of state aid. It comes on the same night the board was presented its 2023-24 external audit showing the district is in healthy financial standing, representing a reversal from past years.
