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JCB Drama Club to perform ‘Into the Woods’
The COVID pandemic has altered many aspects of daily life, but members of the John C. Birdlebough High School Drama Club aren’t letting it stop them from putting on a memorable musical performance this year.
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Generosity has a domino effect in Phoenix schools
While so much has changed in the past year, the kindness and compassion in the Phoenix Central School District has remained constant, and that was evident during a recent mass food donation event.
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EJD students achieve Gold and Silver Star status
Emerson J. Middle School students continued to excel academically during the second marking period, as nearly 300 fifth- through eighth-graders earned recognition for their achievements.
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Phoenix students open their hearts, wallets this holiday season
Although some annual holiday activities have changed due to the pandemic, students from the Phoenix Central School District have continued their tradition of volunteerism.
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EJD students excel in first marking period
While the school year may look a bit different at Emerson J. Dillon Middle School, that didn’t stop nearly 200 students from achieving academic excellence during the first marking period.
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3 JCB Seniors Chosen for NYSSMA All-State Ensemble
PHOENIX, NY – Three Phoenix Central School District student musicians have been selected to participate in the 2020 New York State School Music Association All-State Performing Ensemble this winter.
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Learning in a pandemic: Phoenix students, staff and families rise to the challenge
Although no one in the Phoenix Central School District expected a pandemic would prompt building closures in March, district staff quickly banded together to develop an instructional plan that would keep students actively engaged in their learning.
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Some sports, extracurriculars return to PCSD this fall
Extracurricular activities and athletics are back in the Phoenix Central School District this fall, with some slight modifications to ensure student and staff safety.
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Capital project work transforms Phoenix schools, facilities
Changes are evident in the Phoenix Central School District as capital project work draws to a close. The renovations -- part of a $38.2 million capital project approved by district voters in 2017 -- include updated classrooms, a new athletic complex, a new auditorium and 21st century learning environments.
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PCSD 2020 Graduate Named National Student Volunteer Award 2020 Honoree
Scholarship America’s Dollars for Scholars has named Phoenix Central School District’s Caitlin George its 2020 National Student Volunteer Award honoree for her strong academic record, volunteerism and dedication to improving the lives of those less fortunate in her community.
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Six from Class of 2020 honored by Advanced Placement program
Six John C. Birdlebough 2020 graduates have earned recognition as AP Scholars for their college-level achievement.
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Longtime EJD Principal Retires after 46 years of Service
It’s hard calling it a career after four-and-a-half decades of work, but it may be even harder doing so during a pandemic.
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Longtime Director of Special Education Retires
Driven by a passion for helping people, Kathie Palladino took a job 19 years ago as a school psychologist in the Phoenix Central School District. Now, as the director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, she is preparing to transition into retirement.
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JCB class of 2020 valedictorian, salutatorian reflect on time as Firebirds
John C. Birdlebough High School valedictorian Caitlin George and salutatorian Hailey Goudy reflect on years as PCSD students and look ahead to future plans.
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Gold and Silver Star recipients at EJD
Emerson J. Dillon Middle School (EJD) has announced Gold and Silver Star recipients for the third marking period. Students are awarded a Gold Star for achieving a quarterly report card average of 90.0 or higher. A Silver Star is earned for a quarterly report card average of 85.0 to 89.99.
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Phoenix schools, Crouse Health to host educational vaping program
The Phoenix Central School District and Crouse Health are sponsoring an upcoming informational program about the dangers of vaping.
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Maroun students earn recognition for honesty
Honesty was in focus throughout February at Michael A. Maroun Elementary, as students embraced the monthly character education trait.
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PCSD hosts Edcamp for area educators
After a successful inaugural Edcamp in 2019, the Phoenix Central School District build upon that momentum this year with another well-received day of professional development opportunities.
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Drone club enables Phoenix students to take learning to new heights
The Phoenix Central School District is encouraging students to take their learning to new heights this year through its high school drone club.
Under the leadership of technology teacher Doug Zogg and library media specialist Chelsea Powell, nine club members meet once a week to hone their flying and problem-solving skills. -
Maroun students raise $4K for American Heart Association
In recognition of American Heart Month, Michael A. Maroun Elementary students recently learned about cardiovascular health during a February fundraising campaign.
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George, Goudy earn valedictorian, salutatorian status
The top two members of the John C. Birdlebough High School Class of 2020 were recently announced during an awards ceremony in the library.
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Jazz musicians shine in concert
The Emerson J. Middle School cafeteria transformed into a concert venue recently as Phoenix student musicians performed a full lineup of jazz tunes.
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Maroun kindergartners assemble ‘blessing bags’ for those in need
A lesson in kindness recently ballooned into a massive donation effort among kindergarten students from Michael A. Maroun Elementary School.
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Phoenix students to present ‘The Addams Family’
Members of the John C. Birdlebough High School Drama Club are in rehearsal mode as they gear up for this year’s musical, “The Addams Family.”
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Maroun PE students vie for title of sole survivor
The Michael A. Maroun Elementary School gymnasium recently transformed into an island where students were tasked to outwit, outplay and outlast their opponents in a game of Survivor.
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