4/04/25 3rd Marking Period Ends
Pawling High School
Announcements
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4/08/25 BOE Mtg, 7:00pm PMS
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4/22/25 BOE Mtg, 7:00pm PMS
Pawling High School
CONTACT INFO
- Helen Callan, Principal
- Ean Titus, Assistant Principal
- John Bellucci, Interim Athletic Director
- High School Main Office: 845-855-4620
- Fax: 845-855-2029
- First Bell 7:55 a.m.
- School day begins: 8:00 a.m.
- School dismissal: 2:40 p.m.
Upcoming Events
4/14/25 - 4/21/25 Spring Recess, No School
4/22/25 Return to School
4/25/25 Junior/Senior Prom
4/29/25 C.A.P.E. Presentation, 6:30pm sharp to register
4/30/25 PNW BOCES College Fair Trip for 10th & 11th Grade
Class of 2025 Information
Cap and Gown Ordering
Please order your child’s cap and gown ASAP. You can utilize the online ordering system for caps and gowns, which can be accessed by clicking the link HERE or using the QR CODE in the attached flyer.
Not only are caps and gowns available, but also many other Pawling spirit accessories such as key chains, bracelets, car stickers, and additional tassels (1 tassel is included with the purchase of a cap and gown).
Please place your order by February 1st, 2025, to ensure your cap and gown is delivered in time for graduation.
Caps and gowns are delivered to the High School and given out to students at Graduation Rehearsal. Students who do not have a cap and gown will not be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Monthly Newsletter
Yearbook Orders
Exciting News! The 2024-2025 High School Yearbook is now available to order!
Click the link below and purchase your copy today.
Create a space in the yearbook just for your student; this is a special opportunity to celebrate their passions, inspiring achievements and unique perspective. They’ll flip through the yearbook for years to come and revisit your thoughtful words.
Local businesses can also design ads to showcase their dedication to our Pawling community, and support the creation of the yearbook!
Regents Examination Schedules for 2025
Teen Driving; A Family Affair
Every year we hear of at least one horrific automobile crash that takes the lives of young drivers because someone chose to drive distracted or under the influence of an illicit substance. To prevent these tragedies, CAPE, Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office, and Dutchess County Stop DWI have partnered with local high schools to host the program, “Teen Driving; A Family Affair. This is a MANDATORY program for students who are applying for a parking permit to park on school campus (school year 2025-2026), and parents/guardians who play such a crucial role in their teen’s safe driving.
If you wish for your child to be able to drive to school and park on the school campus, you and your student driver MUST attend. Please see attached schedule; the program is 7:00pm-8:15 pm, please plan to arrive at 6:30pm for registration. The program begins promptly at 7:00 p.m.
Please note that all students must be accompanied by their parent/guardian. No student shall be permitted to enter the program without their parent/guardian present. No exceptions. During this program, parents and students will hear four different perspectives; legal, medical, insurance and victim; this will serve to inform and illustrate the importance of responsible choices and decision-making when it comes to driving. Due to the sensitive nature of the information, and the comfort of our guest speakers, children under the age of 12 will not be permitted.
If students are unable to attend their school’s scheduled program, they are welcome to attend at a neighboring school. (With the exception of Our Lady of Lourdes).
Please direct all your questions to the main office.
Dutchess Science and Engineering Fair
On Saturday, April 5th, seven of our Pawling Science Research juniors and seniors competed at the 66th Dutchess Science and Engineering Fair at Dutchess Community College!
Lucas Walsh won an Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Second Prize Award for his research entitled “Marathon Machines: Exploring the Application of Machine Learning in Marathon Running.”
Charlotte Genesi won the Rhonda Htoo Memorial Award for her research entitled “A Survey Assessment of the Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Among Different Ethnicities in New York State.”
Sarah Willie won several awards for her research entitled “Using the HRRR Model's Reflectivity Parameter to Recreate a Forecast of the May 6, 2024 High Risk Severe Storm Outbreak and Analyze its Accuracy in Storm Placement and Intensity,” including a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Taking the Pulse of the Planet Award and an award from the United States Air Force.
Math States
On April 5th, New York State held its annual NYSML competition at Chaminade High School in Mineola New York. Hundreds of top math students from across the state were invited to compete by answering 10 individual math questions, 10 team questions, a series of power questions and 2 relay rounds. Pawling’s own Dominik Dziurdzinski and Klara Dziurdzinski qualified to compete in this event along with 30 other students in the DUSO section in The Hudson Valley. Divided into 2 teams, DUSO arrived on Friday and practiced their problem solving skills at the hotel. Dominik and Klara seemed to bond nicely with their team as they were able to connect with students from other schools of similar interests and ability. Both DUSO teams represented The Hudson Valley very well with a strong effort and good results. One team was awarded medals and t-shirts for a place finish. Dominik and Klara each scored 3 points during individual rounds and helped their team score points for team and relay rounds leading to a successful final result. Pawling should be proud of Dominik and Klara Dziurdzinski for representing our district well. It was a great experience for them as they not only learned from it but they had themselves a good time and made some new friends along the way.
RAIZH - Reunifying All Immigrants in Zones of Hispanic Heritage
Since January, students from across the region have been engaged in an initiative that invites youth to design, prototype, and pitch solutions to challenges that directly impact their communities. Powerful, student-centered projects grounded in empathy, identity, and actionable change. Pawling School District unveiled their proposal titled RAIZH: Reunifying All Immigrants in Zones of Hispanic Heritage. With poise, Sophia Gomez, Marlene Ruiz, Nelson Cruz, and Wuesley Gomez stepped forward to present their vision: a program designed to support, uplift, and reunify immigrant families through cultural celebration and structural advocacy. The acronym RAIZH, rooted in the Spanish word raíz (meaning “root”), speaks directly to the group’s intent. The team’s polished presentation—backed by months of research, interviews, and peer feedback—offered tangible steps for school and community leaders to consider, including culturally responsive programs, mentorship opportunities, and inclusive communication systems for multilingual families.
Student Initiative Fellowship at BOCES
ENL students and ENL teacher Mr. Marmolejo attended the 4th and last meeting for the Student Initiative Fellowship at BOCES in Poughkeepsie. They received final feedback before their last presentation to administrators on Thursday, April 3rd. The students began working on their final presentation to get one more round of feedback by the end of the day. The students prepared three different prototypes to provide support to our community of immigrants in Pawling. The main goal of the presentation is to educate the community by providing useful, practical information as the main line of defense in the current political and social changes that are impacting immigrants negatively.
Criteria for Honor Societies
The Pawling High School has five Honor Societies. Please click on the links to see a description and the criteria.
- Spanish Honor Society - Advisor Ms. Farrand
- French Honor Society - Advisor Mrs. Spinelli
- National Honor Society - Advisor Mr. Ostyn
- Math Honor Society - CURRENTLY INACTIVE
- Science Honor Society - Advisor Mrs. Verhagen
Details on the criteria:
Parking Application Procedures 2024-2025
Dear Parent/Guardian/Rising Seniors:
Due to the number of students who request parking and the limited availability of spaces, parking spaces will be issued to Seniors first for the 2024-2025 school year. In order to accommodate seniors who may be getting their license/or car during the first semester, we will not accept applications from Juniors until January 2025. At that time, depending on a variety of factors (Construction, # of approved Senior drivers, available spaces), Juniors may be considered for a parking space.
Completed parking applications may be submitted via email to: Buccia@pcsdny.org or dropped off to the High School Main Office between 8:00am and 2:00pm by August 28, 2024. Students emailing or bringing in applications after this time will be placed on a waiting list in the order they are received. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. The following MUST be submitted along with application:
- A copy of student’s driver’s license.
- A copy of the Vehicle Registration.
- A copy of current insurance.
Once a completed application is received, student will be assigned a numbered parking spot for the 2024-2025 school year and will be issued a parking sticker which must be displayed on the driver’s side of the rear window. Students may only park in their own designated space. Only students who drive daily will be considered for a parking space. Spaces that are not being utilized on a consistent basis will be revoked. Spaces are non-transferable.
Parking stickers will be assigned and available for pick up in the Main Office to those students who submitted their application on time beginning August 29, 2024, between 8:00am and 2:00pm.
*IMPORTANT NOTE*
- Students issued a parking sticker must arrive to school on time.
- Student drivers should leave themselves enough time to ensure that they are arriving at school with enough time to be considered present in the classroom when the bell rings for their first class.
- Students must be responsible and take into account weather related conditions, speed limits and the walk from their designated space into the school building when planning their morning drive to school.
- If a student is late due to a medical appointment, a doctor’s note must be provided.
- Students should check their phone for possible messages before entering the building. In the event of an emergency (drill or actual) student drivers will be contacted via the Remind app. On the student parking application, students should provide their cell phone number so they can stay informed with updates and which directions to follow.
Any student not obeying the parking regulations will lose parking privileges for two (2) weeks. A second offense will result in a loss of parking permit for an entire semester.
Sincerely,
Helen Callan, Principal
Ean Titus, Assistant Principal
Attend Today...Achieve Tomorrow
The education of today’s youth requires a collective effort involving families, schools and communities. By supporting regular school day attendance, we help lay the foundation for a lifelong commitment to learning. When students attend school consistently, they develop routines and habits that carry forward into adulthood, equipping them with the tools needed to pursue higher education and career opportunities.
Missing school days can lead to gaps in learning, making it harder for students to keep up with the curriculum. In fact, starting as early as preschool and kindergarten, regular attendance is essential for students gaining the academic and social skills they need to thrive. Research shows that when students are chronically absent (missing 10% or more of the school year or 18 days over an entire year), they are less likely to read proficiently by third grade, achieve in middle school and graduate from high school.
Here’s what you can do to help your student build good attendance habits:
- Stay informed. Understand your student’s attendance to be sure absences aren’t adding up.
- Talk about it. Start a conversation about the importance of showing up for success in school and in life.
- Set expectations. Unless your child is sick, they should be in school every day.
- Sleep matters. Set a regular bedtime and morning routine to help your student be rested and ready.
- Be prepared. Get ready for the school day the night before and build in a little extra time in the morning.
- Make a backup plan. If something comes up, have a family member, neighbor, or another parent help you get your student to school.
- Schedule carefully. Try to plan medical appointments and extended trips when school isn’t in session.
The students of today are the leaders of tomorrow. Regular engagement in school equips youth with the knowledge, critical thinking skills, and diverse perspectives needed to make informed decisions and drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
Attendance Matters!
When Am I Too Sick for School?
