Curriculum & Instruction
The Plainedge School District is committed to providing all students with the best possible education that prepares students for college and career placement.
Beginning in our elementary schools, students are immersed in ELA and mathematics programs that create strong foundations that allow our children to soar to great heights in future grades. Students are exposed to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) units as early as kindergarten through the use of robots, coding projects, and the use of iPads.
Our K-12 continuum includes programming to meet the needs of all students, whether it be specialized classes in the arts, music, or computer sciences, to culinary arts and carpentry life skills classes, and inclusive settings. 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration are embedded into all of our programs across all disciplines. For additional information regarding our programs, please be sure to click on the links on this page.
Dr. Lisa DePaola
Dennis Ricci
Samantha Cartusciello
Ananina Kletzkin
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Congratulations to the @pft11758 for celebrating the 27th Annual "We Make a Difference Awards Ceremony" last week!
It was truly an inspiring evening leaving everyone who had the opportunity to attend feeling the same sense of pride and community spirit. Nearly 185 students were recognized for demonstrating qualities such as empathy, generosity, kindness, and community spirit.
Thank you to the Plainedge High School Jazz Choir under the direction of Peter Lakes, whose music added an uplifting energy to the night.
Thank you to Erin Lehane and Elyssa Dove for helping coordinate this event with extraordinary commitment, creativity, and passion, which were reflected in every detail.
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Welcome to our Student Robot Connection event! 🤖🌎
Students explored creativity, teamwork, and technology through hands-on robotics and Earth Day inspired activities.
Students rotated through five interactive stations that combined coding, problem-solving, and environmental awareness — all while practicing our P.R.I.D.E. core values: Positivity, Respect, Inclusivity, Dedication, and Empowered learning.
🎳 Strike Out Pollution
Students coded Dash robots to knock down “pollution” pins, building coding skills while learning the importance of protecting our environment.
🎨🖌 3Doodler Earth Day Art
Creativity came to life as students designed and built their own Earth Day creations in 3D using 3Doodler pens.
🌌 Planetarium Experience
Students explored space, learned about exploration, and discovered how innovation today shapes the future.
🌍 Indi Earth Challenge
Using color-coded mats, students programmed Indi robots to navigate to Earth Day images, strengthening sequencing and problem-solving skills.
🗺️ Ozobot – Our Corner of the World
Students created coded paths with markers, guiding Ozobots on journeys around the world while combining geography, creativity, and coding.
Throughout the day, teams tracked how they demonstrated P.R.I.D.E. values using tally cards, reflecting on teamwork, respect, and positivity at every station.
Thank you for joining us for a day of innovation, collaboration, and discovery! #weareplainedge #plainedgepride #community #education
First, thank you to all of our students for your cooperation and flexibility today. Your maturity, respect, and character truly reflect the strength of our school community.
As PSEG continues working to resolve the issue, classes will be held remotely tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026. From 7:25–9:25 a.m., please use this time to complete any work impacted by today’s outage. At 9:25 a.m., log into your first period using the Google Meet link in Google Classroom.
Students will then follow their regular schedule for the remainder of the day. Additional information regarding BOCES, after-school activities, and athletics will be shared soon.
There will be limited access to the building during regular school hours for anyone who needs to retrieve materials. Please use the main entrance, where staff will assist you.
For more information, please visit the High School ParentSquare post. https://bit.ly/PHS_ParentSquare
Thank you again for your patience and adaptability.
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Congratulations to the Charles E. Schwarting Student Council for being recognized with @thenaesp 2026 Student Council Excellence Award! 🌟
Their community service initiative, Help the Pet Shelters, made a meaningful impact by supporting local animal shelters through a school wide pet supply drive. Students, staff, and families came together to collect essential items including food, blankets, toys, and cleaning supplies to help care for animals awaiting adoption. 🐾
Beyond the donations, this project helped raise awareness about the ongoing needs of shelters while fostering compassion, responsibility, and a strong sense of community service among students.
Learn More here: https://bit.ly/NAESP-SCHWARTING
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Who knew lunch could come with so many life lessons? 🍽️💙
Charles E. Schwarting students visited our Bristal buddies at @thebristal for a fun filled afternoon of great conversations, shared stories, and plenty of smiles.
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Welcome to Plainedge,
Dr.Christopher R. Zublionis!
Board of Education President Joseph Beyrouty and Vice President Michael Morrisey welcomed Dr. Zublionis as the new Superintendent of Plainedge Public Schools.
Dr. Zublionis brings nearly three decades of experience in education and currently serves as Superintendent of the North Shore Central School District. Throughout his career, he has served as a social studies teacher, coach, building principal, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, and Superintendent, leading initiatives focused on instructional improvement, professional learning, and student support systems.
We are excited to welcome
Dr. Zublionis to the Plainedge community and look forward to his leadership as we continue to support student success and districtwide excellence.
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A message to the Plainedge Community from the Plainedge Board of Education announcing the new Superintendent of the Plainedge Public Schools
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Great collaboration in action! Molloy University students met with our Plainedge educators through our Teacher Center, creating a valuable opportunity to share ideas, collaborate, and learn from one another. We appreciate the meaningful conversations and partnerships that support continued growth for both future and current educators. #weareplainedge #plainedgepride #community #education #plainedgeproud
The CSI Competition brought together teams from Plainedge and Bethpage for a hands-on forensic investigation. Students processed crime scenes, analyzed evidence, and questioned suspects during this year’s Old West themed case. After presenting their final findings, top teams earned honors and special recognitions. An engaging, immersive experience enjoyed by all!
Special Thank you to Maureen Chiolo, Forensic Club Advisor and PHS teacher for hard work and dedication to creating such an amazing event for our students!
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Congratulations to Charles E. Schwarting Elementary School for being recognized as a 2026 New York State and National School of Character!
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