TIGER TIMES

Dear Titus Family,

As we reflect on this past week, it's hard to ignore the chilly temperatures outside. While the cold weather kept us indoors for much of the week, it didn’t stop our students from bringing warmth and energy to their activities. What a wonderful week it's been!

It was truly a pleasure to see the creativity and collaboration during inside recess. Board games were scattered across the classrooms, with students engaged in friendly competition and teamwork, showing off their problem-solving skills and social connections. It was also heartwarming to see so many students tucked into cozy book nooks, deeply immersed in their reading. There’s nothing quite like the sight of kids lost in a great story, and it felt especially fitting as the cold wind howled outside.

As we look ahead, we’re excited for what’s to come. We have a lot of fun activities planned, and we can't wait to see our students continue to thrive academically and socially in these warmer moments ahead. The spirit of kindness, collaboration, and learning that fills our school is something special, and I’m incredibly proud of how our students continue to grow.

Thank you to all our families for your continued support and for being such an important part of the Titus community. We are looking forward to another great week ahead and hope that you all find warmth and joy in the little moments, even if the weather is still chilly.

Warmly,

Your Proud Principal

Mrs. Helen Sclama Zaleski

Hi Titus Community –

It was another great week to be a Tiger. It was wonderful reconnecting with the students to hear about their long weekends and everything that they did. While it was a shortened week, the students showed their PRIDE all week and got back to work.

I was able to stop in Mrs. Duffy’s 5th grade classroom this week. These students were working on Because, But, So statements to dive deeper into themes in their text. Mrs. Duffy’s class is an incredible classroom to be part of and the students in this class love working together. It is a collaborative effort, led by a tremendous teacher. Way to go Mrs. Duffy!

Hopefully some warmer weather is around the corner for us. We need spring…. Now!

Have a great weekend!

Your Proud Assistant Principal,

Mr. Dave Filson

Monday, February 24th- Day 3

• Young Rembrandts @ 3:30pm

Tuesday, February 25th- Day 4

• Chess Wizards @ 3:30pm
• History Club @ 3:30pm

• Young Rembrandts @ 3:30pm

Tuesday, March 4th- Day 4

• Chess Wizards @ 3:30pm
• History Club @ 3:30pm

The nurse’s office will be conducting scoliosis screenings for 6th graders at Titus on Wednesday March 5, 2025. The purpose of this screening is to detect possible curvature of the spine. The screening is simple and quick. Each child is observed individually in a private setting. Students do not disrobe. They will be asked to remove outer layers/sweatshirts or hoodies. Please have your child layer their clothing. Students are encouraged to wear a snug, fitting top such as a T-shirt or under armor as their bottom layer. Please contact our Certified School Nurse, Jennifer Donovan if you have any questions regarding the screening procedure. If you prefer to exclude your child from scoliosis testing, please email me at Jedonovan@cbsd.org prior to the screening date.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation,

Jennifer Donovan RN, BSN, CSN, MEd. Jedonovan@cbsd.org

Dear Sixth Grade Families,

As we begin program planning for middle school, we want to share updates to our secondary mathematics program. A summary of course descriptions, placement criteria, and frequently asked questions can be found on the district mathematics website: Mathematics / Elementary to Middle School Transition.

Math course recommendations will be available in Infinite Campus starting on March 6.

Opens March 3rd!

We can't wait to see you at our Home & School Bingo Night!

Link will be shared via email on the morning of March 3rd - watch your inboxes.

We are an "A" or early school, and our hours are 8:35 AM to 3:15 PM.

The morning kindergarten session hours are 8:35 AM to 11:10 AM.

The afternoon kindergarten session will run from 12:40 PM to 3:15PM.

Please be aware that the school day begins at 8:35 AM in your child(ren)'s classroom(s). If you are a car rider in the morning, it is recommended that children are dropped off no later than 8:30 AM in order to get to their classrooms for the start of the school day at 8:35 AM. If a student arrives in their classroom beyond 8:35 AM, they are considered tardy. Parents will need to come into the building to sign their child in if they arrive after 8:35 AM.

The adults supervising the car-rider drop-off line will be on duty until 8:32 AM. Students dropped off after 8:32 AM will more than likely not be able to make it to their classrooms on time for the start of the school day at 8:35 AM. Also, for safety reasons, students arriving to school prior to 8:15 AM, need to be supervised by their parent/caregiver. We ask that all students wait with their family member in the drop off line until 8:15 AM.

Attention parents and guardians! We're excited to announce a fun competition for our K-5 tigers! This year, homerooms will compete to see who can sell the most yearbooks by February 28th. The winning class will earn a delicious pizza or ice cream party, courtesy of home & school - it's their choice!

Help your child contribute to their homeroom's success while creating lasting memories with this year's yearbook. Together, let's make this yearbook sale a sweet success!

Notice is hereby given that the Central Bucks School District’s April 17, 2025 School Board Meeting has been rescheduled. The April School Board Meeting will be held on April 24, 2025. The location and start time remain the same: 7 p.m. in the board room of the district's Educational Services Center located at 16 Welden Drive in Doylestown, PA.

Families interested in learning all about special education, gifted, and other student services in CBSD are invited to check out a comprehensive 22-page handbook that reviews all related information, including details on clinical services and staff, extended school year, FERPA, transition information, 504 agreements, a glossary, and more. This resources, along with many others for families, can also be accessed from the district's Making Practices Public webpage.

CBSD's "Making Practices Public” webpage provides families one-stop access to important resources concerning operational processes; major projects; family supports; and more. Recent information added to the page includes: School Schedule Changes; Roadmap for Finding Community Supports and Services; Family Guide for Special Education Services; "Update the 8" Elementary Capital Project; Title IX Information and Regulations; and 2025 Guidelines for Professional Staff Hiring. Visit webpage

Round Up at GIANT to Support Barclay Farmers Market

From January 1 through March 31, the GIANT Company invites customers to join in supporting its "Feeding School Kids" initiative by rounding up at the register. The GIANT Company will directly support customers’ generosity by matching all donations up to $100,000. The Barclay Elementary School Farmers Market is the beneficiary of the funds, which help to support families across CBSD's 23 schools.

The CBSD instructional calendar for the 2025-26 school year was approved by the Board at its monthly meeting on Dec. 2. View the calendar

As a result of adjustments to the 2024-25 school calendar that added two half-days to the end of the school year (June 11 and June 12), CBSD kindergartners who attend the AM session this school year will have their last day of school on Wednesday, June 11 in the AM and there will be no PM session. Kindergartners who attend the PM session will attend in the AM on Thursday, June 12 and their last day of school will be Friday, June 13 in the AM.

Welcome to CBSD! Please register ASAP! Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for families of students who will be eligible for kindergarten in CBSD and students in all grades who will be new to CBSD next school year. Learn more about registration here and start a new registration application here.

If you are a volunteer with a local fire company or nonprofit emergency medical service agency, CBSD wants to thank you for your service by helping reduce your property taxes as a result of a newly enacted Volunteer Service Tax Credit Program passed by the School Board in Sept. 2024. To qualify for the tax credit, volunteers must be active members of an eligible fire or emergency medical services agency and earn points based on their service. Learn more

How the CB Education Foundation Supports Students

The Central Bucks Education Foundation is a local non-profit whose mission is to enrich the experience of CB students and teachers by funding innovative educational opportunities, grants, and scholarships. As a non-profit, CBEF relies on donations from community members. With generous donations, big and small, CBEF strives to make a difference in every student's education. To learn more about the foundation and how you can support its efforts, visit CBEF's website.

As we approach the end of the year, the Central Bucks School District Education Foundation invites you to consider making a tax-deductible investment in education. Right now, teachers from schools across the district are submitting grants for programs that directly enhance the learning experiences of your children. Your generous donation will help make this a reality. Every contribution, big or small, helps CBSD educators invest in innovative classroom projects and resources. You can choose to make a gift in honor of a special teacher or student, and we will share that acknowledgement with them. To donate, visit https://cbeducationfoundation.org and email Jackie@cbeducationfoundation.org with any questions.

As we begin the 2024-25 school year, CBSD wishes to remind families of important information regarding attendance. Pennsylvania's school laws, like Act 138 of 2016 and the updated Act 16, outline what is required for mandatory school attendance and procedures to follow when students are absent or late. Learn more

Important Attendance Information

Families: Please review the attendance communication from the district. Click the link below!

CBSD welcomes qualified candidates to apply for a range of full-time career opportunities with benefits. From head and assistant coaches to a middle school Special Education teacher to a high school Biology teacher to a secondary school counselor to staff nurses to education assistants (and more!), there may be a perfect place for you to make a positive impact in CB. View available positions and apply now!

Titus will expect all potential volunteers to complete their paperwork for clearances prior to assuming any volunteer/chaperone role within the school. This will ensure we are in line with district and state expectations.

Who Needs Clearances: An individual who is responsible for the child's welfare or has direct contact with children. Pennsylvania law requires all persons having direct contact with school children to obtain background checks and clearances. In the best interest of the safety and security of our students, Central Bucks School District required the submission of these clearances prior to volunteering during the school year. Approved volunteers are given an identification card to be presented at the school (along with your photo ID, such as a driver's license) when volunteering. Please allow 7-10 days after you have submitted your online application for receipt of the ID card.

Additional information and steps on how to complete your clearances can be found on our district website by clicking here.

Many students across the district currently have negative balances in their lunch accounts. We ask all parents and guardians to please check their MySchoolBucks account to view their balance and, if negative, to please make a payment. Even if you pack a lunch for your child(ren), they still may be purchasing cafeteria items.

To make a payment: Log in to MySchoolBucks and click MAKE A PAYMENT. Click CAFETERIA MEAL PAYMENT. Select or enter a payment amount. Click ADD TO BASKET. Click CHECK OUT NOW to complete the payment process.

For complete instructions on how to use your MySchoolBucks account, go to http://learnmyschoolbucks.com/Parent. You can also use MSB to monitor what your student is purchasing for breakfast and lunch and check your child(ren)'s account balance(s). If you have questions or concerns related to your child(ren)’s account(s), please call the Aramark Food Services office at 267-893-5758.

February Edition of "The Feed," CBSD's Food Services Newsletter by Aramark

Waffles meet pizza in the most delicious way possible! In this edition of "The Feed," a food services newsletter from Aramark, get the inside scoop on the February limited-time-only item: the sweet and savory Pizza Waffalaco! Also read heartwarming stories from holiday events in the CB community and learn about school lunch vs. packed lunch. Read the newsletter.

The application for free and reduced meal pricing for the 2024-25 school year is now open. Breakfast is available at no charge to students, and lunch costs vary depending on grade level. Your child(ren) may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Learn more and apply by visiting the full informational webpage on CBSD.org here.

Did you know there's a webpage on CBSD.org where you can get information on various community events and activities happening around Central Bucks? Flyers that used to go in backpacks or were sent home with students are being collected on the district's "e-Flyer Folder" webpage. Check it out now! Recent additions include information on a CB West baseball clinic; the Young Rembrandts after-school art club; the Shining Knights after-school chess club; and Bricks4kidz at many CBSD elementary schools.

Click on the graphic below to be directed to the District Flyer Folder will all this information and more!

Helen Sclama Zaleski

Email: hzaleski@cbsd.org
Website: https://www.cbsd.org/titus
Location: 2333 Lower Barness Road, Warrington, PA, USA
Phone: 267-893-4500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tituscbsd
Twitter: @TitusElemSch