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1PENNSBURY SCHOOL DISTRICT • FALLSINGTON, PA • FEBRUARY 2013

PENNSBURY SCHOOL DISTRICT • FALLSINGTON, PA • FEBRUARY 2013

Across the DISTRICT

PHS teachers, Amanda Sciolla and Mike Lippincott, along with high school management assistant, Judy Neeld, recently attended intensive training to become part of their school’s Student Assistance Program (SAP) team. The mandatory training for SAP participants is conducted by the Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides services to improve health-related issues for the entire community. At the conclusion of her training, Ms. Sciolla made the recommendation that we spotlight the SAP program in this newsletter to help build more awareness in the Pennsbury school community about this important assistance program for students at risk.

SAP was developed as a highly-confidential means to identify and refer students who are believed to be at risk for developing problems such as, but not limited to, substance abuse or depression. Each of our four secondary schools has a SAP team, which consists of trained personnel available to assist the student and family in identifying problems that impact on the student’s ability to function in school, and offer assistance in alleviating these problems.

SPOTLIGHT ON THESTUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Anyone can refer a student to the school SAP team. This includes a teacher, parent, administrator, or fellow student. One of these individuals may witness a student’s sudden drop in grades, withdrawal from friends and family, unexplained physical injury, or there may be talk of suicide. Other “red flags” include defying authority, depression, aggressive actions, experimenting with drugs or alcohol, or the recent death of a loved one or other traumatic event.

The SAP teams at each of Pennsbury’s secondary schools are there to help with known services and resources within the community. The teams, which are comprised of teachers, nurses, psychologists, and

administrators, do not diagnose or treat students. Rather, these teams allow for a formalized process to intervene and provide caring information to get students to appropriate help. This process helps to break the denial that may exist and helps students and their families acknowledge existing problems that require resolutions. Each SAP team’s goal is to help every child succeed. Last year, a total of 266 referrals were handled by SAP teams in Pennsbury, according to Sherwood Taylor, Director of Administrative Services.

PARENTS: If your student is referred to a SAP team, it is because someone is concerned about observable behaviors seen in your child. Perhaps a teacher or administrator has noticed changes in school that you may or may not have noticed at home. In collecting data

Be sure to stop by the 17th annual Pennsbury Career Fair, organized by BCIT Curriculum Coordinator,

Frank Mayo, and a fleet of volunteers. The event is scheduled

for February 25th at PHS East.

2 FEBRUARY 2013 • PENNSBURY SCHOOL DISTRICT • FALLSINGTON, PA

superintendent’s report • KEVIN J. McHUGH, Ed.D.

in the SCHOOLS

about your student, your observations of your child at home are important. The team will request that you sign a permission form for your child to become involved in the program. Once you sign, the team will begin to work with you and your student. If you choose not to sign, the team will not become involved. The only time the process is mandatory is when and if your child is involved with a drug or alcohol violation in school. At this time, an informal hearing with the administration will begin the mandatory process. If you feel that your child may need help, call your child’s counselor and ask about the SAP program.

Thanks to the generosity of Exelon Power, a Pennsbury Partner, and the assistance of Dr. Christine Zervos, Afton Elementary was awarded a $2,000 grant to support Afton’s outdoor classroom, organic vegetable garden, and “playscape.” The project consists of three phases that began in the spring of 2012 and will conclude this spring.

• Phase I - construction of raised vegetable beds to grow organic vegetables.

• Phase II - construction of an outdoor gazebo that will be used as an outdoor classroom for all Afton students.

• Phase III - construction of an outdoor area for students to explore nature, observe birds and plants, and use for quiet reading and writing activities.

Last month Afton hosted two assembly programs titled, Wacky Science. This informative presentation was organized by the school’s PTO in conjunction with their after-school enrichment program. Over the course of the two sessions, presented by a “mad scientist” in a white lab coat and crazy hair, a total of 520 students learned about polymers and watched brave student volunteers make a giant batch of “slime” with their bare hands. The audience watched in awe as the scientist melted the

AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wicked Witch of the West right before their eyes. Students also learned about static electricity from demonstrations with a Van de Graaff generator.

As an extension to their study of the Harlem Renaissance and their reading of Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis, the students of Gifted Support teacher, Kathryn Royal, and Instrumental Music teacher, Patrick Bailey, were treated to a visit by Sean Bailey, a professional jazz player, who shared his talent and knowledge of the jazz era. Sean was able to demonstrate his skills on the saxophone and the clarinet and also took questions from the students. Both Sean and Patrick are Pennsbury graduates. The brothers credit much of their love of music to the excellent music program they experienced through their years in Pennsbury.

ELEANOR ROOSEVELTELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Teachers Jason Miller and Roger Kean prepared fifth graders for the school’s third annual Super Duper Bowl by leading practice games during recess. The much-anticipated event kicked off as the student body cheered for the teams during an enthusiastic pep rally. For the final game, the Raging Radical Raybucks (Sandy Raybuck’s class), the Kean Kongs (Roger Kean’s class), and the Melnick Mashers (Joe

Musician Sean Bailey is shown here demonstrating the saxophone in a class at Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary. The students learned about jazz music with Gifted Support teacher Kathryn Royal and

Instrumental Music teacher Patrick Bailey (right).



Teacher Jennifer McCormac described a collection project at Penn Valley called Send a Smile to a Soldier. To formally launch the drive, the school invited the

Oxford Valley students had the privilege of meeting author Seymour Simon thanks to the efforts of reading specialist, Donna Fay. Several students were treated to a pizza lunch with Mr. Simon and had the chance to

PENN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLOXFORD VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary staged the school’s third annual “Super Duper Bowl” as a fundraiser that also promoted school spirit.

Over $350 was raised this year for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The Student Council at Oxford Valley Elementary led a“Souper Bowl” activity that yielded 200 cans of soup

for a local women’s shelter.

Melnick’s class) took to the field to compete for the championship. Student, Alexia Ryan, was named MVP with two touchdowns. Alexia received a pretzel trophy! The event also provided real-life ties to the curriculum in math and writing, according to Acting Principal, Gail Campbell. This year, students raised over $350 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Third grade teacher, Karen Maloch, extends her congratulations to the many members of her school community who sent in paper products and health care items for the homeless shelter in Levittown. Manor families and staff members donated a total of 20 large boxes filled with these supplies during the last two weeks of 2012. The shelter staff members were “very pleased and appreciative” to see the delivery of such useful and necessary items. This was the 17th year that Manor has reached out in this way to those less fortunate in our community. Well done!

MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ask questions and share comments. The whole school had the opportunity to listen to a presentation that combined Mr. Simon’s love of science and writing. At the conclusion of Mr. Simon’s visit, Mark Guenther’s class presented him with a class book. Mr. Simon was so impressed with their work that he posted excerpts on his Web site. Second level teacher, Meghan Caron, was notified the next day that her class won The Most Amazing Science Word contest and received a signed copy of the Mr. Simon’s Science Dictionary.

The Oxford Valley Student Council recently sponsored a Souper Bowl challenge. Two large containers were available for students to donate cans of soup for the team they wanted to win the 2013 Super Bowl. Oxford Valley predicted that the San Franscisco 49ers would win. “Even though the Baltimore Ravens won the game, it was still a wonderful way to show school spirit,” said Principal Fran Nitkin. Oxford Valley donated a total of 200 cans of soup to a local women’s shelter.



father and stepfather of two fifth grade Penn Valley students, to share how special it is to receive a care package during deployment. Technical Sergeant Joseph Markawicz was an honored guest at a recent school assembly. “What a motivation for students to hear him explain that receiving a care package while being deployed is similar to the feeling they get when they wake up on Christmas morning,” shared Ms. McCormac. “Needless to say, there were not many dry adult eyes.”

Reading Specialist, Kerry Bauerle, writes that Penn Valley was one of only 25 schools in the Delaware Valley selected to participate in the Philadelphia 76ers Book Break Challenge. The event, open only to third grade students, challenged the children to read 760 pages during the month of January. This month, Penn Valley began its annual Read-a-Thon. The initiative challenges students to get “paid” to do what they love to do - READ! “OK, they don’t get to keep the money, but they do get to keep all of the knowledge they gain,” said Ms. Bauerle. The proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to purchase prizes for the school’s summer reading celebration. Prizes such as a trip to Great Wolf Lodge, sports memorabilia, and many gift cards are raffled off to students who keep up with their summer reading. Finally, Ms. Bauerle reports that children’s author, Seymour Simon, “wowed” Penn Valley with his presentation, “especially that

video of a paper airplane sailing over the streets of Manhattan,” she said. Penn Valley students also participated in the author’s online contest.

The first week of January brought the Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) testing pilot to Charles

Science Fair Coordinator – parent Sandy Borowsky – shares that the Quarry Hill Science Fair took place earlier this month. The voluntary event was another huge success. “This year we had 215 students participating, which amounts to 40% of the student population,” said Ms. Borowsky. The fair included ten special demonstrations located at stations placed throughout the school’s gym and cafeteria. These stations focused on such topics as bubbles, bugs, hovercrafts, dry ice, and acceleration. “Two of our presenters were Quarry Hill alumni who are currently sixth graders at Pennwood,” added Ms. Borowsky. “We also had eleven career scientists who presented each participant with a ribbon after engaging in a discussion about the student’s project.” This was the third year that Ms. Borowsky was kind enough to coordinate the fair with the help of many other parent volunteers.

CHARLES BOEHM MIDDLE SCHOOL

QUARRY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Technical Sergeant Joseph Markawicz (center), a Penn Valley parent, visited his children’s school to speak with studentsabout how their care packages bring great joy to service

men and women during deployment.

Students at Charles Boehm Middle School participated in a testing pilot called Measures of Academic Progress (MAP).

This online assessment tests students in math and reading and provides immediate results for their teachers.



Two of James Foster’s seventh grade science classes “visited” a mountain-top weather observatory in the White Mountains of New Hampshire via video conference, thanks to the technical support provided by Pennwood’s Educational Technology Associate, Laurel Fish. The education specialist at the Mount Washington Observatory led the students through a live tour of the station and also gave them a look at some of the equipment involved in doing weather research for the U.S. government. Since 1932, the observers at Mount Washington have maintained one of the longest, continuously running climate records in the world. Their data is used by the National

PENNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL

These students from Pennwood Middle School visited Lockheed Martin in Newtown for the 14th Young Women in Technology Day.

Boehm Middle School. MAP is an adaptive online assessment that tests students in the areas of reading and mathematics and identifies specific areas of strength and weakness along with a “normed” score. The score may be equivocated to a grade level or percentile rank. Select sixth grade students participated in this testing over the course of two days during their Language Arts blocks. “We are excited to introduce this dynamic resource to Boehm and hope to expand it further in this school year,” said Principal Theresa Ricci.

Thanks to a Pennsbury Partners Program grant issued to teacher Melissa Vitucci for her science classes, Boehm seventh graders were able to visit the Exelon Renewable Energy Education Center. While there, students explored both renewable and non-renewable energy resources. The students’ experience also included the creation of a generator using a specific energy source and the construction of windmills that they could test out in a wind tunnel. The students also created tunnels in which marbles were used to simulate how methane is moved from the landfill to a cleaning area and eventually to a power plant, where it is burned to generate electricity. Along with the hands-on activities were interactive models for the students to explore. These included a scale model of the Conowingo Dam, a scale model of the Exelon plant, and a model of a solar panel.

Weather Service. This science-based video conference was made possible thanks to a generous donation from Pennwood parent, Michael Smith.

The partnership between Pennwood Middle School and Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company provided another successful and worthwhile opportunity for 45 high-achieving young women. These students traveled to the Newtown facility to participate in the Young Women in Technology Day for the 14th year. Pennwood Science teachers, Joyce Bigley and Jamie Swanson, arranged this year’s trip with Elizabeth Humphreys, Senior Electronics Engineer at Lockheed Martin. While on the tour of this impressive facility, the girls were lucky enough to see a satellite antennae ready for launch this summer and a sound chamber where controlled aerospace testing is accomplished. Young engineers and professionals from Lockheed Martin provided candid answers to all of the Pennwood students’ questions about a day in a life of a scientist, mathematician, and engineer. The young women then set off to design their own engineering projects. Using their knowledge and the standards curriculum surrounding motion, forces, and simple machines, the students will design and build models that simulate the function of a human hand (prosthesis).



The students and staff of Pennwood are involved in an “upcycle” art project that was inspired by Frederico Uribe, according to art teachers Ginger Peyrek and Becky Van Lieu. Uribe is a conceptual artist from Miami who creates pop art using objects of everyday life. With a Pennsbury Arts Foundation grant and crayons donated from across the District, a mural is slowly taking shape to illustrate the first day of school. Nine panels will be produced throughout the school year with the goal that every Pennwood student and staff member will get the opportunity to attach at least one crayon. Many parents also participated at both Back-to-School nights in September. The finished mural will be 8x12 feet, and the plan is to have it completed and hung by the end of this school year.

Panel by panel, a mural made from recycled crayons is coming together at Pennwood Middle School. When completed later this spring, the 8x12 foot artwork will depict the first day of school.

Pennwood was recognized recently by a representative from the National Kidney Foundation for the school’s outstanding fundraising efforts in support of the mission of the nonprofit organization. The school raised a total of $1,524 last year during its annual Pink Flamingo Day initiative. In a special plaque presentation, Mary Elizabeth Sullivan honored Principal Patricia Steckroat, School Counselor Linda Alampi, teachers Diane Fosnot and Erica Rudesyle, and students Maggie Blundi, Zoe Carpene, Olivia Crossey, Cate Kosko, and

Tessa McHugh for their significant efforts in support of this worthwhile charity.

Physical Education teacher, Jeff Arndt, invited former Pennsbury Falcon football star, J. J. Denman, to Mr. Arndt’s sixth grade health class to speak with students about good decision making, goal setting, and establishing priorities in one’s life. J. J. played at PHS from 2008-2011 and graduated in May, 2012.

WILLIAM PENN MIDDLE SCHOOL

(L-r) School Counselor Linda Alampi and Pennwood Principal Patricia Steckroat received a special plaque of recognition from

Mary Elizabeth Sullivan of the National Kidney Foundation to mark a significant donation made to the charity by the school.

Former Falcon football star J.J. Denman PHS ‘12 (center, rear), was invited to speak with students at William Penn and Pennwood

middle schools about goal-setting and making good decisions.He is shown here with a health class at William Penn.



Members of Pennsbury’s Multi-Cultural Youth Leaders Club were invited to attend the Presidential Inauguration on January 21st

with their advisor, teacher John Sanders.

He was recruited by the football coach at Rutgers University, where J.J. is now a freshman. While visiting Pennsbury, J.J. also stopped in at Pennwood Middle School and addressed the students in Tracey Arndt’s sixth grade health class.

Management Assistant, Ellen Bidlingmaier, shares that the second year of the school’s Prince and Princess Closet was another huge success. This worthwhile initiative enables students who might not otherwise afford the attire and accessories for William Penn’s annual Black and White Ball to be able to select something special from a collection of gently-used or new items of formal wear appropriate to the middle school age group. “Sixteen young ladies turned into princesses on January 29th,” said Ms. Bidlingmaier. “This year we were also able to accessorize with purses and shoes. In addition, three young men were dressed in slacks, shirts, ties, and shoes.” Other faculty and staff members involved in the Prince and Princess closet included Laura Tittle, Anne Schaub, Jamie Kuhner, Beth Cooper, Tracy Goldberg, Ruth Anne Schultz, Blair Greiner, Megan Moyer, Robinson Gautier, Susan Morris, and parent, Liz Ramirez, who collected many items of clothing. The PTO provided desserts for the event. The Ball hosted close to 500 students this year!

On Monday, January 21st, members of the Multi-Cultural Youth Leaders club (MCYL), took a “once in a lifetime” journey to Washington, D.C. to witness the Inauguration of President Barack Obama. MCYL was invited to attend this momentous event by the Bucks County and Philadelphia branches of the NAACP. The group was accompanied by their advisor and Applied Engineering and Technology Education teacher, John Sanders. Before the journey began in the early morning hours, several MCYL members were interviewed by news reporter, Tim Furlong, of NBC10.

PENNSBURY HIGH SCHOOL

McCafferty Auto Group, a Pennsbury Partner, recently donated $20,000 to help defray the cost of purchasing a total of 130 new band uniforms for the Pennsbury High School Marching Band, known as the “Long Orange Line.” The announcement was made by Instrumental Music Curriculum Coordinator, Frank Mazzeo, who also serves as Director of Bands. Todd Buch, President of McCafferty Auto Group, presented the donation to Shawn Neely, Principal of Pennsbury High School East. “Students who participate in such worthwhile high school activities as the marching band draw meaningful experiences that become lifetime memories,” said Mr. Buch. “The PHS Marching Band is legendary, and the McCafferty Auto Group couldn’t be more excited about supporting the hard work and dedication exhibited by these students.” Mr. Mazzeo hopes to have the uniforms delivered in time for the students to debut them at the Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington, D.C. on April 13, 2013.

Family and Consumer Science Curriculum Coordinator, Nancy Quigley, shares that the PHS Classic Cooking students recently attended an educational luncheon at the Yardley Inn. The restaurant’s Executive Chef, Eben Copple, spoke to



the students about the business end of the restaurant industry, explaining all of the different responsibilities that are involved in the business. He also discussed how the Yardley Inn staff plans and prices the menu. Chef Copple talked about menu planning and food choices based on the seasonal variety of foods and customer satisfaction. He also demonstrated the preparation of one of the popular food items on the menu while giving the students background information and a cooking lesson. He shared the recipe for ricotta gnudi with brown butter and sage sauce. Each student was served a sample of this dish as an appetizer before dining on a full luncheon. “The students would like to thank the Yardley Inn for this valuable and enjoyable experience and Pennsbury Partners for supplying transportation for the worthwhile educational trip,” said Ms. Quigley.

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PHS Mathletics Coach, Matt Groden, shares the excting news that the PHS Mathletes Team won the Bucks County Mathletics League title for the second consecutive year and fourth in the last five years! The individual league winner – the mathlete with the highest number of problems solved correctly – was PHS sophomore, Jacob Wachspress. Jacob won last year as a freshman, as well. Jacob was the only mathlete this year to get every problem correct; this feat is very rare, according to Mr. Groden. The seven other schools competing with Pennsbury in six meets included Bensalem HS, Bucks County Technical HS, CR North HS, CR South HS, Neshaminy HS, New Hope-Solebury HS, and William Tennent HS. Pennsbury has now won back-to-back titles and four of the last five titles. The previous two were coached

HIGH SCHOOL MATHLETICS TEAMWINS CHAMPIONSHIP AGAIN!

by long-time coach and PHS math teacher, Ray Hendrickson. “Ray built this program throughout his tenure at PHS, and I was lucky enough to be his assistant coach for his last three years of coaching the team,” said Mr. Groden. Congratulations to all!

Two Pennsbury High School students were honored at the February 5th meeting of the Tullytown Borough Council for their meritorious actions in the community. Nick Redner, a senior, and Cody Johnson, a junior, both serve as firefighters in the Borough. The young men were recognized by the Borough Council members for their swift actions that helped bring a Borough resident back to life. Nick’s older brothers, George Redner III and Joey Redner, both Pennsbury graduates, also serve as firefighters with the Tullytown Fire Department. George, who was involved in the call with Nick and Cody, also received a special commendation from the Council members. Congratulations to all!

PENNSBURY STUDENTS RECOGNIZEDBY TULLYTOWN BOROUGH COUNCIL

(L-r) George Redner III, Nick Redner, and Cody Johnson were honored by Tullytown Borough Council members and recognized by Fire Chief

Rick Johnson (right) for saving a resident’s life on a volunteer fire call.



Vocal Music Currriulum Coordinator, James Moyer, is pleased to announce that the PHS Concert Choir, PHS Women’s Ensemble, and members of the Pennsbury Community Chorus (185 singers altogether) performed the U.S. premiere of the work known as Songs of the Earth by Welsh composer, Karl Jenkins, at Carnegie Hall in New York City on the evening of Monday, January 21st. The music was originally composed for the BBC Radio 3 and the BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales in a collaboration of the UK’s orchestral and music-making community, and the first nationwide countdown event to the London 2012 Olympic festival. The PHS choirs sang with the DCINY Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro Jonathan Griffith. Maestro Karl Jenkins attended the performance in Carnegie Hall’s Isaac Stern Auditorium. This marks the third time that Pennsbury choirs have sung at Carnegie Hall since 2004. It is also the second U.S. premiere of a work by Karl Jenkins sung by the PHS choirs. The last one was Jenkins’ Te Deum, which premiered at Avery Fisher Hall in Lincoln Center in January, 2009.

PENNSBURY CHOIRS PERFORMAT CARNEGIE HALL

The PHS Concert Choir, Women’s Ensemble, and members of the Pennsbury Community Choir performed the U.S. premiere of a work

by Welsh composer, Karl Jenkins, at Carnegie Hall last month.

PHS junior, Ashvika Dhir, was profiled recently by CBS3 Eyewitness News reporter, Teresa Nazario, for a feature series titled Brotherly Love. Each segment of this series focuses on local residents known for helping others. Ashvika founded the UNICEF Club at PHS after approaching Foreign Language teacher, Deborah Weston, to serve as an advisor for the after-school group. Ashvika had participated in a summer internship program at UNICEF and was compelled to further her knowledge and involvement in helping the needy around the world. Through book sales, bake sales, and other fundraising methods, Pennsbury’s UNICEF club has raised substantial sums to donate for world causes. One example is the $1,500 the group collected for victims of the tsunami disaster in Japan. During the Eyewitness News visit to one club meeting, Ashvika led exercises with the student members in examining the limited resources of third world countries and how these conditions can impact the families in those nations. In her interview with Ms. Nazario, Ms. Weston commended Ashvika and the other members of the student group for making time in their busy schedules to assist others.

STUDENT PROFILED BYEYEWITNESS NEWS

A CBS3 cameraman (right) captured the discussion among members of the PHS UNICEF club led by junior, Ashvika Dhir

(center), for a special television segment.



Instrumental Music Curriculum Coordinator, Frank Mazzeo, shares this news: “We had six students successfully audition for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) All-Region VI Festival.

INSTRUMENTAL STUDENTS SELECTEDFOR ALL-REGION FESTIVAL

Kudos to Devon Laidler, Mackenzie King, Gabrielle Stephens, and Jason Parto, four Pennsbury students who were recently honored as Students of the Month at the Bucks County Technical High School for their outstanding work and good character.

PENNSBURY STUDENTS ACHIEVE RECOGNITION AT BCTHS

Each year, the Lower Makefield Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) presents an Environmental Stewardship Award to an LMT person or business. This award recognizes the recipient’s demonstration of a deep concern for the environment. At the LMT Supervisors’ meeting on February 6th, PHS senior, Kim Wodzanowski, was honored for launching a recycling program at Falcon Field three years ago and inspiring a new Recycling Club called the “Green Team” at the high school. Over time, Kim also branched out her efforts to include LMT sporting events. “Kim’s single-mindedness and inspirational leadership were the main reasons she was chosen as this year’s award recipient,” said EAC Chairman, Jim Bray. Kim was nominated by her mentor, local parent and Girl Scout leader, Susan Mazzitelli. The award also included a $500 stipend. Congratulations, Kim!

KIM WODZANOWSKI HONORED BY ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL

(Standing, l-r) Athletic Coordinator Lou Sudholz and PHS West Principal Lisa Becker joined these PHS athletes for a special signing ceremony: (seated, l-r) Sara Sargent, Daquan Mack, and Lexi Brown.

A signing ceremony took place recently in the studios of The Pennsbury Channel at PHS East. Local sports reporters met with three outstanding Pennsbury athletes and their families, coaches, counselors, and Principal Lisa Becker as the athletes announced they have signed Letters of Intent to play their respective sports for their selected schools. Athletic Coordinator, Lou Sudholz, also stopped in to recognize the athletes. The students included Lexi Brown, who signed with West Chester University to join their women’s soccer program; Daquan Mack, who will join the football team at the University of Massachusetts; and Sara Sargent, who announced she will attend the University of Virginia to compete in their Cross Country and Track & Field program. Congratulations to all!

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETESANNOUNCE COLLEGE CHOICES

Kim WodzAnoWsKi

Region VI is comprised of students from all of Bucks, Montgomery, Delaware and Chester Counties. The students who will be representing Pennsbury are: David Simon, Ryan McHenry, Michael Zhang, John Wagner, Kevin Caruso, and Jonathon Cattone.” Congratulations to these outstanding musicians!



Town Hall Meeting withthe Superintendent

Tuesday, March 26, 2013, 7:30 p.m.Walt Disney Elementary School auditorium

Join us as District Superintendent, Kevin J. McHugh, Ed.D.,leads the discussion on various District-related topics and

takes questions from stakeholders.

Congratulations to Pennwood Middle School Physical Education teacher, Tracey Arndt, who was named to the Bucks County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame! A formal banquet and induction ceremony will be held on April 11th. Ms. Arndt was named an “Inductee of Distinction” this year. She played field hockey at Pennsbury High School and Penn State University, as well as for the U.S. National Team from 1999-2005. Ms. Arndt played in the 2002 World Cup. This year’s induction ceremony will take place at King’s Caterers in Levittown. Tickets are available at www.buckscountysportshof.com. The event has sold out the past two years, so early orders are recommended.

TEACHER NAMED TO PENNSYLVANIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME

Pennsbury graduate and Physical Education teacher, Tracey (Larson) Arndt, was recently named to the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame! She is shown here playing field hockey for the U.S. National Team.

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