Tigers' Pride: Commencement 2024

First and foremost, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Marple Newtown graduating Class of 2024 on reaching this significant milestone. Over the years, you have been guided by exceptional teachers, formed lasting friendships, learned valuable lessons, and gained a deeper understanding of yourselves, all in preparation for this moment.

You may fondly recall familiar classroom routines and school-wide special events that brought happiness and memorable moments each year. From playing on the playground with your closest friends, field days, talent shows, pumpkin festivals, Potter Cups, field trips, band competitions, sporting events, art exhibits, riding the bus, enjoying lunch with friends, to learning and achieving in your classes, each year provided opportunities to find happiness at Marple Newtown School District.

The accomplishments and successes of our graduating seniors are extraordinary, and the tremendous "Tiger Pride" we all feel for the collaborative efforts of our students, staff, and families in reaching this joyous commencement ceremony is truly special.

It is with great pride that I share that we have graduates who will be attending several Pennsylvania universities including Arcadia, Bloomsburg, Chrome Institute of Cosmetology, Community College of Beaver County, Cortiva Institute, Delaware County Community College, Drexel, Franklin and Marshall, Gettysburg, Immaculata, Juniata, Moravian, Neumann, Northampton, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, Pennsylvania College of Technology, Penn State, Pennsylvania Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association, Pittsburgh, Scranton, Seton Hall, Shippensburg, Saint Joseph’s, Temple, Thaddeus Stevens, Thomas Jefferson, Universal Technical Institute, Ursinus, Villanova, Walnut Hill, West Chester, Williamson College of the Trades, Widener, and York College of Pennsylvania.

We also have our graduates attending colleges across the United States including Alabama, Arizona, Canisius, Catholic, Cornell, Delaware, Drew, East Carolina, Fairfield, Franklin and Marshall, Georgia Tech, High Point, James Madison, Loyola, Maryland, Maryland Institute College of Art, Montana, New York, New York Institute of Technology, Northeastern, Princeton, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rowan, Springfield Technical College, Stevenson, South Carolina, Tampa, Tennessee, Towson, and West Virginia University.

Furthermore, we have a graduate who is internationally attending the University of Malta. We are also proud to have graduates entering the workforce and the military.

This impressive list of future plans also showcases the wide reach of taking your “Tiger Pride” across our nation and globe. Moreover, our graduates have been awarded scholarships over the next four years totaling approximately 32 million dollars in merit scholarships from higher education, $120,000 in private scholarships students applied for on their own, and $100,000 in athletic scholarships.

To the graduating Class of 2024, as you receive your diplomas and become Marple Newtown’s newest alumni, always remember that while you may leave Marple Newtown physically, the spirit of Marple Newtown will forever reside within you, no matter where you go.

Sincerely,

Tina M. Kane, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Russell proudly hosted the 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony. It was a memorable day as we honored our students who are moving on to middle school. The ceremony was filled with honoring students, songs, and a slideshow that highlighted heartfelt memories. Overall, there was a sense of accomplishment that resonated throughout the room. We extend our sincere gratitude to the parents and guardians for their support and dedication. Russell also celebrated Kindergarten Promotion. A special thank you to Mrs. Paine for her tireless efforts and passion for teaching our kindergartners. And most importantly, we celebrate all our young graduates. Your hard work and enthusiasm have made us all "Tiger Proud."

Worrall is so proud of their students who were honored in the Kindergarten and Fifth Grade Promotion Ceremonies at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. The students worked hard and made tremendous growth academically, socially, and emotionally. Time flies by so quickly, it is amazing to see these students blossom in their early years of education. All the Worrall staff is grateful to our families for their consistent support and partnership. Congratulations to Worrall’s rising Middle Schoolers and First Graders!