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Poughkeepsie City School District

Together, We are Champions for Children in Poughkeepsie City Schools

Overview

Meet the School Board Members

Logo for BoardDocs featuring a green tree and the text 'BoardDocs'.The Board of Education consists of five members of the community; each elected to a three-year term of office. They are elected by city residents to carry out functions mandated by the State Constitution, Legislature and State Education Department; and are responsible for establishing school district philosophy, policy and goals. The Board uses Board Docs to share agendas, minutes, policies and other information.

Contacting Board Members

  • By Mail:
    Board of Education
    18 S Perry St.
    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
     
  • By Email:
    Board of Education Email
     
  • In-Person:
    At regular meetings of the Board, during Citizens’ Comments at the beginnings and endings of the meetings. All comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker and the initial comment period is limited to 30 minutes total. 
     
  • By Phone or Email:
    Ms. Becky Torres, Clerk of the Board
    (845) 451-4900 ext. 4973 / Email: Clerk of the Board

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    Jamar Cummings
    Term Ends: June 30, 2029

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    Stacey MacDonald
    Term Ends: June 30, 2029

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    Richard Distel
    Term Ends: June 30, 2027

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    Eleanor Evans-Chiarenza
    Term Ends: June 30, 2028

  • A young Black woman with long, dark, wavy hair smiles warmly at the camera, wearing a brown blazer over a white top.

    Tamoya Norwood
    Term Ends: June 30, 2027


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    Becky Torres