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First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

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First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

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First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

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First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

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First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

A smiling girl with a backpack stands in front of a %22Welcome Back%22 sign and balloons, with a school building in the background.
First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

Two smiling young girls with backpacks stand in a hallway with a %22STAIRWAY%22 sign on a tiled wall.
First Day of School 2026

Students and staff returned to officially begin the 2026–2027 school year! We are looking forward to another great year filled with learning and achievement.
 

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New Teacher Orientation

Plainview-Old Bethpage welcomed its newest teachers during New Teacher Orientation, where they explored curriculum and technology systems and connected with district and school leaders. The District is excited to welcome them to the POB community and looks forward to all they will bring to our students and schools!
 

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POB Leadership Team Kicks Off the 2026–27 School Year

The Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District Leadership Team kicked off the 2026–27 school year by welcoming new administrators, setting shared goals and strengthening the culture of collaboration that guides their work. Together, district and building leaders focused on how they can support one another so that the teachers, students, families and community they serve continue to thrive.
 

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ESY Students Take the Stage at Talent Show

Students in the Extended School Year Program showcased their talents during a talent show featuring singing, dancing, basketball, hula hooping and more!
 

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A Day of Fun at ESY Field Day

Students in the Plainview-Old Bethpage Extended School Year Program enjoyed an exciting Field Day filled with fun games and activities.
 

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A Day of Fun at ESY Field Day

Students in the Plainview-Old Bethpage Extended School Year Program enjoyed an exciting Field Day filled with fun games and activities.
 

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Leadership Team Closes School Year

The Plainview-Old Bethpage leadership team closed out the school year with an interactive presentation by Shadrack Boakye, who shared his journey from Liberia to the United States and reflected on the life-changing impact of public education. 

Plainview-Old Bethpage students and staff came together to celebrate the end of another successful year.
Last Day of School

Plainview-Old Bethpage students and staff came together to celebrate the end of another successful year.

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June Community Circle

Pasadena Elementary School held its final community circle of the school year, where students from all grade levels were recognized for exemplifying the school's word of the month and honored as students of the month!

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Stratford Road Students Enjoy Picnic and Play

Students across all grade levels at Stratford Road participated in Picnic and Play! Students enjoyed time with classmates as they shared snacks and took part in free play activities.

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Stratford Road Students Enjoy Picnic and Play

Students across all grade levels at Stratford Road participated in Picnic and Play! Students enjoyed time with classmates as they shared snacks and took part in free play activities.

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Stratford Road Fourth Graders Celebrate Walk of Fame

Stratford Road fourth graders completed their Walk of Fame, where younger students lined the halls to cheer them on and offer high-fives as they celebrated their transition to middle school.
 

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Stratford Road Fourth Graders Celebrate Walk of Fame

Stratford Road fourth graders completed their Walk of Fame, where younger students lined the halls to cheer them on and offer high-fives as they celebrated their transition to middle school.
 

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Eighth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Eighth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to high school.
 

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Fourth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Fourth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to middle school.

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Fourth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Fourth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to middle school.

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Eighth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Eighth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to high school.

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Fourth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Fourth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to middle school.

Fifth Graders Enjoy End-of-Year Camp-In
Fifth Graders Enjoy End-of-Year Camp-In

Ms. Katie Donegan’s fifth-grade class at Mattlin Middle School enjoyed a special camp-in as they wrapped up their class novel and celebrated the end of fifth grade.

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POBJFKHS Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

The Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation, commemorating their accomplishments and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
 

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POBJFKHS Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

The Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation, commemorating their accomplishments and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
 

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POBJFKHS Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

The Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation, commemorating their accomplishments and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
 

Fourth graders across the district
Fourth Grade Moving Up Ceremonies

Fourth graders across the district are celebrating an important achievement as they participate in moving-up ceremonies and prepare for their transition to middle school.

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Old Bethpage Holds Fourth Grade Dance

Students enjoyed an unforgettable evening filled with dancing, games and their favorite foods as they celebrated the end of their elementary school journey. A special thank you to the PTA for making this memorable event possible and for their continued support of our students and school community.

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JJP Celebrates A Year of Learning

Students in Ms. Castle and Ms. Massetti’s classes celebrated a year of learning about the 50 states by sharing fun facts about 26 states and performing patriotic songs for family and friends. Guests also toured a student-created museum and explored books about each state, highlighting the students’ research and learning throughout the year.
 

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26 Nifty States

Students in Ms. Castle and Ms. Massetti’s classes celebrated a year of learning about the 50 states by sharing fun facts about 26 states and performing patriotic songs for family and friends. Guests also toured a student-created museum and explored books about each state, highlighting the students’ research and learning throughout the year.
 

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ESY Students Take the Stage at Talent Show

Students in the Extended School Year Program showcased their talents during a talent show featuring singing, dancing, basketball, hula hooping and more!
 

DISTRICT NEWS, CALENDAR, & EVENTS

POB AT A GLANCE

99.5

Graduation Rate

Impressive achievements marked with high educational standards.

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17 MILLION

In Scholarships Awarded

...and over $94,000 in community awards!

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1:1

Students Device Ratio

A 1:1 device ratio for all students! This initiative ensures enhanced learning opportunities while promoting digital literacy.

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5,425

Engaged Students

We serve our students, each of whom uniquely contributes to our districts vibrant and engaging learning environment.