Northern News

May Sports Schedule - https://www.arbiterlive.com/School/Calendar/16473

May 26, 2025 - No School

May 28, 2025 - School Board Meeting; Administration Building; 6:00PM

June 11, 2025 - Last Day of School; Secondary dismisses at 11:00AM, Elementary dismisses at 12:00PM

June 12, 2025 - Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony, CLA campus, Camp Hill, PA 7:30PM

The Northern York County School District is proud to present the annual K-12 Art Show, a celebration of creativity and talent across all grade levels. The exhibit features a vibrant selection of artwork created by student artists from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Artwork is on display now through May 30th, 2025, in the high school auditorium lobby and cafeteria commons. The show officially opened Monday, May 20th, 2025, at 6:00 PM, where families and community members were invited to meet the art teachers and view student work.

Visitors are welcome to enjoy the exhibit during any evening event at the high school, including the following concerts and programs:

• May 20 – NHS Chorus Concert

• May 22 – Small Ensemble Concert

• May 27 – Senior Awards Night

• May 29 – Elementary Orchestra Concert

• May 30 – NMS and NHS Jazz Band Concert & Senior Awards Night

* All programs beginning at 7PM with doors opening prior.

Come out to support our student artists and witness the creativity that flourishes throughout our schools!

On Wednesday, May 14th, 2025, Northern Athletics celebrated the following student-athletes who will continue their athletic careers at the DI, DII and DIII collegiate level:

Annika Barrett – Track and Field – Lee University

Ava Barrick – Field Hockey – Longwood University

AJ Black – Swimming – Misericordia University

Emma DeBolt – Field Hockey – Gettysburg College

Oskar Dees – Baseball - Penn College of Technology

Taylor Espenshade – Softball – Wilson College

Abby Freese – Soccer – Central Michigan University

Zachary Graby – Ice Hockey – PSU Harrisburg

Carson Hull – Track and Field – University of Wisconsin Parkside

Morgan Keefer – Swimming – Bloomsburg University

Matthew Kendall – Baseball – Lebanon Valley College

Sam Kessinger – Soccer – Arcadia University

Owen Mains – Baseball – University of Valley Forge

Evan Maynard – Track and Field – Penn State Harrisburg

Connor McManus – Football – Eastern University

Delaney Moyer – Basketball – Wilkes University

Morgan Sober – Lacrosse – McDaniel College

Andrew Weaver – Baseball – Misericordia University

Northern nation wishes you all well!

The following Track and Field athletes head to States today and tomorrow. They placed at Districts to secure a spot at States:

Dylan Duncan tied for 2nd place in the Pole Vault

Anna Lehman placed 2nd in 800M

Annika Barrett placed 2nd in 300 Hurdles

Carson Hull placed 5th in Javelin

Lauryn Hose placed 8th in Discus

Josh Durika placed 3rd in Discus

The 4x400 Relay team placed 3rd (Anna Lehman, Annika Barrett, Alexa Rank, and Cara Kidwell)

Congrats and good luck to all!

Come join the High School Football Coaches and player at the Northern Pigskin Camp July 21st through July 24th, 2025. This camp is open to ages 8 - 14 of any skill level. If interested, please review the brochure and complete the registration using the form.

Come join the Lady Bears Basketball Camp from June 16th through June 19th, 2025. Registration form is below.

The Northern High School Mini-THON is excited to invite all friends, family, and community members to attend our annual Powder Puff Football Game at 7:00pm on Thursday, May 29th, 2025, at Bostic Stadium. This event is an action-packed flag football game between the girls of NHS's junior and senior classes. Entry is by donation, there will be concessions at the concession stand, and all proceeds will support our fight against childhood cancer. For The Kids®!

Congratulations to sophomore Cloud Duncan who earned a first-place award at the state PA Junior Academy of Science Competition held at Penn State University in State College on Monday, May 19th, 2025. Cloud researched and conducted an experiment on social media usage’s effects on anxiety among high school students. Cloud created a survey, collected data, and analyzed the results to draw conclusions. He then presented his findings before a panel of judges.

On Monday, May 20th, 2025, the Northern High School Chorus presented its annual Spring Chorus Concert, The Heart of Who We Are, marking the culmination of a year of hard work, growth, and musical achievement. Directed by Mrs. Laura Bissell, the concert featured performances by the Mixed Chorus, Bear Singers, Chamber Choir, Select Ensemble, Men's and Women's Choruses, Men's Quartet and Senior Song.

Each ensemble brought something special to the stage, performing a variety of musical styles that showcased their vocal technique, expression, and commitment to excellence. From powerful full-chorus pieces to more intimate selections, the evening highlighted the range and talent within the theme of the program.

A special moment in the concert came as the senior choir members performed together one final time, celebrating their years in the choral program and leaving a lasting impression on their peers. Senior Nicholas Keilholtz was featured as a soloist and recognized for his selection to the 2025 PMEA All-State Chorus and his leadership throughout his time in the program, having received the National School Choral Award. Special mention also went to Kylie Oyler and Christian Smacher for receiving Distinguished Service Awards for their contributions to the Woman's Chorus and Men's Quartet respectively. Christian also served as the Chorus President and was an exceptional leader to the Choir. Other deserving seniors will receive choral music awards at the Senior Awards Ceremony on May 27th, 2025, and on the senior's last day of school.

Thanks were extended to the many individuals who helped make the concert possible, including accompanists, student leaders, staff, and parent volunteers. The evening served as a celebration of music, community, and the lasting impact of the performing arts at Northern High School—an experience that reflects the heart of who we are.

AP United States Government & Politics students had the opportunity to visit the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Wednesday May 7th, 2025. Students toured parts of the building with Representative Anderson, heard Representative Anderson explain his work in the PA House of Representatives, what he has learned since taking office, and the daily procedures of the House of Representatives when in session. Students sat in session & were recognized by the Speaker of the House. Finally, students enjoyed lunch in the Ryan building & explored the architecture.

Pictured below on the floor of the PA House of Representatives:

Pictured kneeling (Left to Right) – Mike Gante, Ava Ayers, Msgana Tekeste, Sarah Bryant, Izzy Toole, Madden Bower, Gracie Leathery, Maddy Barnett, Julia Kellison, Maddie Avery

Next to podium on left – Sam Petroff, Julia Krise

First standing row – Chris Rizzo, Ron Saunders, Natalee Maus, Mr. Zampelli, Liz Montgomery, Ashley Deiter, Natalie Noll, Maura Simpson, Zac Wolfe, Sabrina Paulin, Tae Townsend, Brooklyn Brubaker, Hayden Garverick, Avary Falck, Claire Hubbard, Sam Seymore, Reece Fleming, Representative Anderson

Second standing row – Ella Pietropola, Gloria Smith, Noah Seidel

Back standing row – Maxx Wells, Dan Cutwright, Owen Shoemaker, Landon Bronson, Wyatt Brown, Caden Williamson, Hayden Linebaugh, Ewan Clark, Ethan Eckert, Patrick Miller, Stanley Kocon, Mrs. Bonner, Katie Lusk, Peyton Hoffman

On May 1st, 2025, the annual awards banquet was held for the Gifford Pinchot FFA. Many students were recognized during the evening for their outstanding achievements. The group would like to publicly recognize Herb and Melba Bomberger for their years of support to the Gifford Pinchot FFA. That evening Mr. And Mrs. Bomberger received a sign for their farm, as our appreciation of being a lifetime supporter of the FFA. Colin Hillyer visited their farm to hang the sign.

On Friday, May 16th, 2025, NMS held its annual Mini-THON. Despite a 90-minute rain delay, it was a terrific night with over 270 students in attendance. Throughout the night there was something for everyone: an inflatable obstacle course, Kona Ice & Chik-fil-A, a teacher dunk tank, a field full of yard games ranging from cornhole to volleyball, and the 2025 Line Dance. At the end of the night, the Mini-THON Leadership Team revealed its incredible year-long fundraising efforts, a total of $50,410.23 in the fight against childhood cancer! All proceeds will benefit Four Diamonds. Always FTK, For The Kids!

Incoming kindergarten students were provided an opportunity to enter their name into a raffle to win a bookbag full of school supplies and summer fun during their registration appointment! Congratulations to Charlotte Christensen, Kameron Roush, Scarlet Ebbert, Natalie Davis, Everly Minnick! We are looking forward to seeing each and every new Kindergartner at the start of the 2025-2026 school year!

The Elementary Envirothon teams would like to thank the Polar Bear Foundation for our hats! We are so very grateful for the grant that they were able to provide. Our competition days were wet and rainy, but it was easy to find our Northern York teams. We had a very successful Envirothon session. All four elementary schools were represented with very enthusiastic learners. Fifth Grade Teams had a new coach. Mrs. Moore took on the challenge of coaching NES G.O.A.T.S and NES Snappers. Mrs. Hoover coached the Wellsville Wild Wild Wolves and Dillsburg Unidentified Flying Birds (who won in the creative hat contest.) South Mountain fifth grade teams Determined Duckies and SM Destructive Duckies were coached by Dr. and Mrs. Foster. All teams did well. The competition was tough with 47 total teams.

There were 67 teams competing in the third and fourth grade competition. Northern Elementary teams NES G. O. A. T and Northern Elementary Eagles were coached by returning for her second year Mrs. Wolaver. Mrs. Hoover coached Wellsville Wildlife Wizards and Pink Puffy Turtles and Dillsburg teams Bone Eating Porcupines and Dillsburg Big Burrito Birds. The Burrito Birds won the creative hat contest, and they were two points away from scoring Gold. Dr. and Mrs. Foster coached South Mountain Destructive Duckies and Puffy Penguins. Elementary Envirothon has always had a strong showing as we celebrate 18 years with Mrs. Hoover and 25 with Dr. and Mrs. Foster. With an average of 20 students a year that is 860 students that have been a part of the Envirothon experience. It has been great to see this interest spark during their elementary years and have students continue on choosing career paths in wildlife or environmental protection.

Congratulations to the elementary band students on their successful concert on May 15th, 2025. 4th and 5th grade students from all 4 elementary schools combined to put on a concert with large and small group performances. These students worked hard all year to learn their instruments, how to read music, and how to play along with different instruments. These talented students contribute so much to our school and community! Great performing band!

Northern has partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of students, staff, and family members. Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service that can help you find mental health or substance use treatment options matched to your needs regardless of circumstance.

Care Solace has Care Companions (customer service) available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week to assist. Care Solace is not a treatment provider. Alternatively, it acts as a coordinator by connecting the user with a provider. There are several ways to access Care Solace to help you find a provider:

Call 1-888-515-0595;

Visit www.caresolace.com/northernyork and click the “Search On Your Own” button, or

Visit the Care Solace link found on our District Homepage: https://www.northernpolarbears.com/Page/14714

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s school counselor with any questions regarding this service.

The Polar Cares Closet collects gently used clothing, toiletries and new cleaning supplies which are shared with students and families in need. The current needs are: feminine products, sweatpants (all genders/all sizes) and socks (all genders/all sizes). Also needed are Giant or Weis brown paper bags. All donations can be dropped off in any of the Polar Cares bins located in the lobby of each school building.

Donation questions? Please reach out to donatepolarcares@gmail.com. Thank you, as always, for your support of our NYCSD families!

Northern has a discount program for Dell computers and accessories to all district staff, students and families. Look for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals listed in the Polar Bear's TechConnect.

Link to website for discount pricing: http://www.dell.com/epp/NorthernYork

PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Check out the district website here for a complete list of openings!

Openings for 25/26 School Year:

Elementary School Teacher (Primary K-2) - DES

Elementary School Teacher (Intermediate 3-5) - SME

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher - MS

8th Grade English Teacher - MS

Building Secretary - MS

Building Secretary - Wellsville Elementary

We are currently looking for a Summer District Technology Intern – District Wide. Must be 16 or older. If you are interested or know someone who would be interested, please contact Mr. Sullivan, Director of Technology, at msullivan@northernyork.org

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Apply online: https://jobs.willsubplus.com/jobs?districtIds=623

NMS Instructional Aide / Learning Support 7:15-2:45 / $110/day

NHS Instructional Aide / Learning Support 7:15-2:45 / $110/day

SME Instructional Aide / Emotional Support / 8:30 - 4:00 / $110/day

2025-26 School Year: NHS Swim Aide / 7:25 - 2:55 / $184/day

Refer a friend and make $100!! See the below QR code for details.

Please see the below flyers for more information on our contracted transportation providers, Kauffman and Rohrer.

All community flyers are posted online. Please visit the following link to view all flyers: https://www.northernpolarbears.com/domain/11

For those who wish to volunteer in our schools, the Volunteer Information Packet is located on the district website. All new volunteers must submit a TB test result obtained within 90 days or less of the volunteer application. TB test information including locations and cost may be found on the district website. Please allow adequate time for clearance processing! TB test results may take as long as 72 hours to obtain.

Already a volunteer and not sure if your clearances are up to date?? Check with the secretary at your child’s school or contact Maureen Ross at the District Office at mross@northernyork.org, 717-432-8691, ext. 1104.

Don't miss out on the fun activities for the 2024/2025 school year!! Be sure your clearances are on file and up to date!

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Get all the latest Northern York County School District school news at the following Twitter handles:

https://twitter.com/DearOldNorthern (Northern High School)

https://twitter.com/NMS_PolarBears (Northern Middle School)

https://twitter.com/DESPolarBears (Dillsburg Elementary)

https://twitter.com/NESPolarBears (Northern Elementary)

https://twitter.com/SMEPolarBears (South Mountain Elementary)

https://twitter.com/WESpolarbears (Wellsville Elementary)

Email: ssentman@northernyork.org
Website: www.northernpolarbears.com
Location: 650 South Baltimore Street, Dillsburg, PA, United States
Phone: 717-432-8691