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Plainview-Old Bethpage, NY
On June 15, the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District held its annual retirement ceremony celebrating the dedication and careers of this year’s retirees. Surrounded by colleagues, friends, and district leaders, each retiree was recognized for their years of service and lasting contributions to the school community.
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POB Schools
Students in Ms. Castle and Ms. Massetti’s class at Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School spent the school year learning about the 50 states and the people, cultures and traditions that make up the United States.
- JJP
![A group of smiling teenagers proudly hold up certificates in a classroom with a large "DECA" sign in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782141007/pobschoolsorg/bkq4jstxs9cqaloe9tl5/062226_pob.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782141007/pobschoolsorg/bkq4jstxs9cqaloe9tl5/062226_pob.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782141007/pobschoolsorg/bkq4jstxs9cqaloe9tl5/062226_pob.jpg","width":800}])
POB Schools
Throughout the 2025-2026 school year, the Plainview-Old Bethpage High School Business Department expanded opportunities for students in its advanced marketing courses taught by Ms. Lindsay DeLucca, by offering industry-recognized certifications through the American Marketing Association (AMA).
- JFKHS
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Plainview Old Bethpage
On June 8, Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School hosted its annual Academic Awards and Community Scholarships Ceremony.
- JFKHS
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Plainview Old Bethpage
Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School is proud to announce that four students were named National Merit Scholarship Finalists.
- JFKHS
![A certificate congratulates Plainview - Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School as an ambassador for the UN Global Goals, featuring a colorful UN emblem in the foreground and a collage of student activities in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780591023/pobschoolsorg/oowk9k98asjzbq2esvmp/Jacob_award.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780591023/pobschoolsorg/oowk9k98asjzbq2esvmp/Jacob_award.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780591023/pobschoolsorg/oowk9k98asjzbq2esvmp/Jacob_award.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780591023/pobschoolsorg/oowk9k98asjzbq2esvmp/Jacob_award.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780591023/pobschoolsorg/oowk9k98asjzbq2esvmp/Jacob_award.png","width":1482}])
POB Schools
Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School is proud to announce Jacob Riccuiti, Class of 2027, has been recognized by the United Nations Association of the USA (UNA-USA) and InnerView in the eighth Annual Community Service Impact Awards. The Kroger Co. is presenting the annual Zero Hero Awards to students for taking action to help create communities free of hunger and waste.
- JFKHS
![A group of smiling teenage girls gather around a table with a "Healthy Habits" poster in the foreground, while a school gymnasium with other students and activities is visible in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780080338/pobschoolsorg/chsavazi94fvwslroszl/052926_pobthumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780080338/pobschoolsorg/chsavazi94fvwslroszl/052926_pobthumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780080338/pobschoolsorg/chsavazi94fvwslroszl/052926_pobthumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
POB Schools
Mattlin Middle School recognized Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May with a series of weekly themes, activities and initiatives designed to promote student well-being. Each week included themed morning announcements, resource emails to staff and families, MAP activities and cafeteria-based events.
- HBM
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POB Schools
The Plainview-Old Bethpage community continued its tradition of honoring United States military personnel who died while serving the country during their annual commemorative ceremony on Memorial Day.
- HBM
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POB Schools
The Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School Math Olympiads Club achieved outstanding results during the 2026 competition season, with nearly 50% of participating students earning awards in the NOETIC, MOEMS or both national mathematics competitions. These accomplishments are especially impressive given the large number of schools and students competing from across the country.
- POBMS
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POB Schools
On May 21, students from the POBJFKHS Media Club and video production classes traveled to Hofstra University to participate in the 9th annual Broadcasting Awards for Senior High (BASH). Competing against nearly 60 high schools across the metropolitan area, POB Media earned awards in all five categories entered, including a first-place award for Best Arts and Culture feature for a story about the culture of acapella groups at JFKHS.
- JFKHS
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POB Schools
During a special ceremony held on May 21, Lisa Markowicz-Abel, chairperson of the district’s Title IX Committee, proudly presented Dorothy Drexel, Assistant Principal at Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School, with the prestigious Yves LeMay/Diana Watson Obey Award, and John F. Kennedy High School senior Ariana Mascarelli with the Linda Markowicz Award.
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POB Schools
Ms. DeLuca’s class at Judy Jacobs Parkway Elementary School recently held their final Author’s Celebration of the school year. Family members were invited to help recognize the students’ accomplishments in writing.
- JJP
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POB Schools
Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School students earned Top 10 placements in New York State in their certification areas at the 2026 Microsoft Office Specialist State Championship Spring Qualifier and have been invited to compete at the National Championship in Nashville next month. The MOS certification is an industry-recognized credential backed by Microsoft that validates real-world skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other applications, demonstrating that students are prepared for success in today’s digital workplace.
- JFKHS
![Several school budget posters, each featuring hands holding ballots and the text "BUDGET 2026 EVERY STUDENT MATTERS, EVERY VOTE COUNTS," are arranged in a layered collage against a blue background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778780638/pobschoolsorg/r2cb0pfxivwvbenilnhv/051426_combined.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778780638/pobschoolsorg/r2cb0pfxivwvbenilnhv/051426_combined.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778780638/pobschoolsorg/r2cb0pfxivwvbenilnhv/051426_combined.png","width":800}])
POB School District
The 2026–2027 budget supports a wide range of learning experiences, programs and opportunities for students across the District. Watch this video to learn more about the ways these investments continue to enhance and support student learning.
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POB Schools
Jordan Adelman, a Life Scout from Troop 423, designed and built a cart for the Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School Garden Club that can also be used to support community initiatives. The cart was part of his Eagle Scout project, and this contribution will benefit POBMS and the broader community for years to come.
- POBMS