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• Affordable Connectivity Program - Bringing Affordable Internet to Families
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• District Emails Archive
• E-Flyers
• Employment Opportunities at Pennsbury School District
• Part-Time Jobs for Students
• Pennsbury End-of-the-Year Survey
• Pennsbury Parent Academy - Events & Recordings
• Pennsbury Sports Schedules
• PHS Project Updates
• Purchase a Pennsbury High School Yearbook
• Safe2Say - Anonymous Tip Line
• Senior Spotlight Submission Form - Class of 2024
• Special Education Advisory Council (SEPAC) - Events and Info

• Please complete our annual Pennsbury End-of-the-Year Survey (takes less than 5 minutes).
• Please see the district activity calendar for a list of all of the end-of-the-year activities taking place in our schools.
• The last day of school is June 14.
• The school calendar for next year (24-25) has been posted.
• Have a safe and enjoyable remainder of the school year!

It's time once again for the Best Prom in America!

This year's special entertainer is Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Natasha Bedingfield. Known for her chart-topping hits such as “Unwritten” and “Pocketful of Sunshine,” Bedingfield’s performance promises to make this year’s prom an unforgettable experience for all. “Unwritten” is experiencing a resurgence in popularity thanks to being prominently featured in Sony Pictures’ romantic comedy “Anyone But You.”

This year's prom theme, Enchanted Environments, is not just any theme. It's a transformation that turns an everyday American high school into mesmerizing environments, designed to captivate the imagination and create an unforgettable evening for the Class of 2024!

Special thanks to Wegmans of Yardley for their generous sponsorship of reusable tumbler cups for the senior class in support of Pennsbury's Sustainability Management Plan and its commitment to reducing our carbon footprint!

Click on the following links for lists of Pennsbury's winners and inductees from our recent ceremonies:

Senior Athletic Awards

National Junior Honor Society Inductions

Congratulations to all nominees, winners, and inductees!

On May 22, 2024, students from Edgewood and Manor Elementary Schools participated in the Fuel Up Your Potential Summit event at Lincoln Financial Field, organized in partnership with the American Dairy Association North East and the Philadelphia Eagles. The summit celebrated students' commitment to healthy nutrition and physical activity throughout the school year as part of the Fuel Up program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council.

Former Eagles players Jason Avant and Barrett Brooks, the Eagles mascot Swoop, and the Eagles cheerleaders cheered on the students as they engaged in physical activity drills and healthy eating taste tests. Faculty liaisons Joe Gallo, Carmela Bunch, Courtney Grissinger, and Tammy Leimer accompanied the students, providing support and encouragement.

The Fuel Up program encourages students to make healthier food choices and engage in regular physical activity, aiming to foster a healthier generation. By participating in events like the Fuel Up Summit, students gain valuable experiences that promote lifelong health and wellness habits.

Second and 3rd grade students from Fallsington Elementary School paid a visit to Snipes Farm & Education Center on Friday, May 31. The students had a great time exploring the farm, interacting with animals, and even got to take home some delicious, healthy produce. Many thanks to Snipes, one of our Pennsbury Partners of the Year, for hosting our students!

Pennsbury High School Seniors will receive their yearbooks at the Senior Picnic on June 6. Seniors are only permitted to pick up their own yearbook. They can not pick up yearbooks for friends or siblings. Additionally, students in grades 9 - 11 cannot pick up yearbooks for seniors.

Seniors who are unable to attend the Senior Picnic and students in grades 9 - 11 can pick up their yearbooks at the PHS West Lobby during the following days and times:

• June 7 after school
• June 10 before school
• June 11 after school
• June 12 after finals
• June 13 after finals
• June 14 all day

On Wednesday, May 29, the Pennsbury Choir Department had their annual POPS Concert in Keller Hall, which featured music from the decade of the 80s! The choirs performed hit music such as "True Colors" by Cyndi Lauper, "Final Countdown" by Europe, and "Everybody Wants To Rule the World" by Tears for Fears. The concert also featured talented solo singers performing popular hits from the 80s such as "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston.

This concert featured a repertoire of music different from the choirs' previous performance at the Princeton University Chapel for the Big Sing, showing that Pennsbury's singers are versatile and can perform varied styles of music. At the conclusion of the concert, the choir department said farewell to their seniors with a slideshow tribute featuring graduation pictures, as well as the Concert Choir performing "Forever Young" by Rod Stewart. This concert featured Mr. Josh Suslak on the keyboard and PHS students Gabe Fuentes and Ben Bruno on the drumset.

The gorgeous weather this past Wednesday provided the perfect backdrop for a French field trip. Pennsbury High School French teachers Madame Carroll and Madame Albrecht took 42 French II students to L'Annexe de Mamie Colette in Titusville, New Jersey, where they enjoyed French pastries.

Isabelle, the owner of L'Annexe de Mamie Colette, taught the students about traditional French crêpes, which originated from her home region of Bretagne (Brittany), France.

Pennsbury High School students Fabiha Afaf and Nivi Kanubaddi made the Sweet Sixteen in Policy Debate and Swathi Bodduluri finished in 18th place in Congressional Debate at the National Catholic Forensic League Grand National Tournament (NCFL) held in Chicago, IL from May 24-27, 2024.

Fabiha Afaf and Nivi Kanubaddi excelled in Policy Debate, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen as the 8th seed after winning 4 out of their 5 preliminary rounds. Competing in a field of 85 teams, they showcased their skills in navigating the massive topic areas and debating both sides of the resolution throughout the competition.

Swathi distinguished herself in a highly competitive field of over 160 participants, advancing through three preliminary rounds, semi-finals, and ultimately placing in the top 24. Student Senators are evaluated based on the effectiveness of their speeches while debating legislation, including various bills and resolutions.

Additionally, we are proud to recognize other advancing students:

• Zaki Ali - Semi-Finalist in Congressional Debate

• Jyoti Kadiyala and Andrew Prasanth - Octofinalists in Duo Interpretation

• Ella Kasatkin - Play-in in Lincoln Douglas Debate

• Daniel Kim - Octofinalist in Dramatic Interpretation

We also commend our national competitors who showcased exceptional talent:

• Hibah Abdellatif and Brienna Smith - Policy Debate

• Afshan Syed - Dramatic Interpretation

• Michael Lynott - Extemporaneous Speaking

• Avigail Wus - Lincoln Douglas Debate

The 2024 NCFL Tournament saw participation from over 2,000 students nationwide. Congratulations to Swathi, all our national competitors, and Coach Chris Berdnik for their dedication and outstanding performance!

As we continue to navigate the benefits of technology, Pennwood Middle School is thrilled to share the success of their recent virtual connection with Clyde Intermediate School in Texas.

Pennwood's 8th-grade Middle School Information Technology (MSIT) class had an exciting experience as they connected with a class from Clyde, Texas, through a mysterious Google Meet session. The students showcased their critical thinking skills and geographical knowledge as they played a game of "Guess the Location" to determine each other's whereabouts. Through the power of maps and deduction, they successfully guessed that their mystery class was from Texas.

This adventure not only brought the two classes closer together, but also highlighted the potential of technology to connect people from different regions. We are proud of our students' achievements and look forward to more virtual adventures that will allow them to explore the world and learn from diverse perspectives without leaving their classrooms.

On Thursday, May 23, Walt Disney Elementary School had Mustache Day as one of their spirit days leading up to the much-anticipated annual Field Day event. Students and staff chose their own silly mustaches and wore them to class for the entire day to have a little fun before the big event! The hallways were filled with laughter and smiles as everyone sported their unique mustache styles, ranging from curly handlebar mustaches to bold, bright, neon ones.

On Wednesday, May 29, Pennsbury High School students wrapped up their final Musical Theatre Class of the year by performing some of their favorite songs for each other.

Accompanied by teacher Josh Suslak on piano, students performed beloved tunes from Broadway shows such as Hamilton, Dear Evan Hanson, Little Shop of Horrors, and more. Mr. Suslak even joined in on the fun by performing a song for the class.

The session was filled with singing, joy, and constructive feedback in a judgment-free environment, providing the perfect conclusion to the class as we gear up to bring the entire school year to a close.

Recently, TMA Bucks coordinated a SEPTA travel training event where close to 100 Pennsbury High School students and staff participated. Trained SEPTA ambassadors and occupational therapists were on site with a SEPTA bus to explain the basics of riding SEPTA.

Students were able to learn how to board the bus safely, how to use SEPTA Key cards as their fare, proper bus etiquette and how to navigate specific bus routes. Students and staff at Pennsbury also had the opportunity to ask several questions. Sessions throughout the day were geared for students that were planning to enter the workforce after graduation, as well as for the M.O.S.T (More Opportunities for Student Training) program. (Source)

Check out the fun video below to learn more about the event!

On Monday, August 26, 2024, from 2:00 - 6:00 PM, Pennsbury School District will be hosting our annual Starting School “Write” open house at Village Park Elementary School. The school is located at 75 Unity Drive, Levittown. This is part of our "Returning to School with Equity in Mind" initiative. The goal is to help all children in our district have access to necessities in order to have a strong start to the school year.

All Pennsbury School District families who would benefit from assistance are invited to this event for FREE back-to-school haircuts by professional hairdressers and barbers, backpacks, lunch boxes, and other school supplies.

Community members can donate money or new school supplies to this great event to support our K-12 Pennsbury students. We believe that with the help of everyone in our community, we can show support for those most in need. Individuals interested in donating money should contact Keller Arnold from Pennsbury Kids at keller@pennsburykids.org.

Donation boxes will be located at each school through the end of the school year. Donations can also be delivered to Village Park Elementary School at 75 Unity Drive, Levittown. We will be collecting the following items:

Supplies needed: pencils pens, crayons, scissors, glue sticks, rulers, markers, pencil boxes, notebooks, loose leaf paper, highlighters, folders, binders, headphones/earbuds, TI84 Calculators, post-it notes, index cards (3X5)

We are also accepting new backpacks, drawstring bags, lunch boxes, reusable water bottles, new clothing, shoes (sneakers)

Food pantry items: canned goods and other non-perishable food items, feminine hygiene products, shampoo, conditioner, soap and deodorant

Pennsbury is sharing "Senior Spotlight" social media posts for graduating seniors on the district's Facebook and Instagram pages. Posts include a picture of the senior, along with a custom caption.

Click here to fill out a Google Form so you can have your Pennsbury High School senior featured in our Senior Spotlight!

*Only one post per senior, so please confer with other family/friends before submitting. A form must be submitted for a senior to have a post.*

Click here to check out News from the Nest, the Pennsbury Athletic Department's new newsletter! Stay up to date on all things Falcon Athletics!

The Pennsbury Community Chorus Musical Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast, Jr.

July 22 - August 1, 2024.

Led by PHS Choral Director, Lindsey Strauss, this unique opportunity is open to rising 5th graders through rising 10th-graders.

Students will learn theatrical skills during the two-week camp, held at Pennsbury High School West, culminating in a performance showcasing those skills. For more information and to register, visit www.pennsburysings.org.

Join us for the 2024 Pennsbury Instrumental Music Summer Program, being held Monday evenings, July 1 - August 19, 2024! This program is open to all current 4th - 8th grade Pennsbury Band and Orchestra students. Students will participate in full ensemble rehearsals and sectionals! Attendance at all sessions is encouraged but not mandatory, so come play your instrument with us as much as you are able!

When: Monday evenings 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5, 12, 19

Culmination Concert: Monday, August 19 at 7:00 p.m. @ PHS East

Where: Currently in Grades 4 & 5 - William Penn Middle School (1524 Derbyshire Rd, Yardley, PA )

Currently in Grades 6, 7, & 8 - Pennwood Middle School (1523 Makefield Road, Yardley, PA)

Cost: $100 on or before 5/15/24; $125 after 5/15/24

To Register:

1. Complete the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM here: https://rb.gy/hvs0hw

2. Send payment to:
   Pennsbury Instrumental Music Summer Program
   ℅ Adam Pfannenstiel
   Pennwood Middle School
   1523 Makefield Rd, Yardley, PA 19067

• Checks or Money Orders must be made payable to: PIMB
• Please put STUDENT NAME & “SMP” in the memo line
• PLEASE NO CASH!

Cancellations on or before June 23, 2024 will incur a $25 charge. No refunds after June 23, 2024.

Many parents and caregivers struggle with how to help their child or teen with behavioral health issues. By attending one of these FREE workshops targeting specific age groups of the child, we will provide you with useful, age-appropriate information and practical strategies you can use at home right away. You’ll also meet other caregivers facing similar issues. Presenters are both skilled clinicians specializing in children and teens, and parents themselves.

All caregivers are welcome, including but not limited to: parents, step-parents, grandparents, foster parents, and professional caregivers! All classes will be held in person at: Lenape Valley Foundation 500 North West Street, Doylestown, PA. Attendees must complete the form to register and attend. One form must be submitted for each attendee. Click here to register!

Run by Pennsbury teachers Dana Hoffman and Aphrodite Crane. It will be taking place at Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary School this summer, but is open to all Pennsbury students in that age range.

Click here to register!

Join us for the 2024 Pennsbury Instrumental Music Summer Program, held Monday evenings from July 1 - August 19, 2024. This program is open to all current 4th - 8th grade Pennsbury Band and Orchestra students. Click here for more information and to register!

The Pennsbury Parent Academy is a series of educational programs and presentations offered to Pennsbury parents and guardians to support school success and continued home-school partnerships. The PPA program includes monthly, live in-person and/or virtual programming on a variety of topics to promote parent and guardian community engagement, such as:

• Mental Health & Wellness
• Supporting School Success
• Social Media & Internet Safety
• Diversity & Inclusion

Visit our website for recordings of past presentations.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. This new benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward broadband service for eligible households. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers.

Eligible households can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail-in application. You can learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/ACP, or by calling 877-384-2575.

How to Get Started:

1. Create a training account at PaTTAN: pattan.framwelder.com
2. Complete the 7 online courses: Bureau of Special Education Para Credential of Competency Entry Level Training Series and save your certificates.
3. Email paras@pennsburysd.org to set up an interview to complete the process.

Questions? Email us at paras@pennsburysd.org

Do you enjoy working with children? Do you like working close to home and earning a competitive salary? Then becoming a Pennsbury Bus Driver is the job for you!

We offer:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible hours
• Student-centered work environment
• Paid training for your CDL

Questions? Email transportation@pennsburysd.org

Click here to view Pennsbury High School's Student Job Board and find local area businesses with open positions. Some positions allow applicants as young as 14 years old.

Click here for information on how to obtain a work permit.

Click here to visit the Pennsbury School District's E-Flyers Page.

These flyers represent current or ongoing announcements of interest to Pennsbury students and their families that emanate from local community organizations, sports leagues, scouting groups, and other non-profits. Browse through our gallery!

To obtain approval for a flyer to be posted on the E-Flyers Page, please email your request to Macy Cellitti at mcellitti@pennsburysd.org.

PHS Key Club is cleaning pill bottles to be donated to developing Latin American countries. These pill bottles will be used to package medical supplies for those in need. Students have cleaned over 180 bottles and are looking to clean even more throughout the school year. If you are looking to declutter your medicine cabinet, please reach out to Vanessa Fry (vfry@pennsburysd.org) or Oksana Cheeseman (ocheeseman@pennsburysd.org) to donate!

Click the links below to view the current schedules for Pennsbury Athletics.

Weekly Sports Schedule

Current Team Schedules - Schedules are subject to change at any time. Check this page often for the latest updates!

Safe2Say Something is a youth violence prevention program run by the PA Office of Attorney General. Report a confidential tip to help prevent violence and tragedies.

Click here to submit an anonymous tip.

The Nutrition Group is now hiring! Positions include Food Service Workers, Cooks, and Kitchen Managers with rates from $15 - $17 per hour. The hours are Monday-Friday, school hours only. No nights, weekends, or holidays! Apply today by calling the Nutrition Group office at 215-949-6740 ext. 2, or click here and search for "Pennsbury"!

The Pennsbury School District is making a concerted effort to ensure that students who reside within our District boundaries are able to attend the school they are assigned to based on their home address. To help us, we have established a Confidential Residency Reporting Tip Line. If you believe someone is falsifying their student's address to attend the Pennsbury School District, please call or email:

residency@pennsburysd.org

(215) 428-4100 ext. 84777 (TIPSS)

Click here for more information.

Have a question about Pennsbury? Don't trust the rumors, ask Penny!

Send Penny an email at askpenny@pennsburysd.org.

tsmith@pennsburysd.org

215-428-4111

Email: publicrelations@pennsburysd.org

Website: www.pennsburysd.org
Location: 134 Yardley Avenue, Fallsington, PA 19058
Phone: 215-428-4100