The Hoover Hawk Times
"A Safe, Joyful, and Challenging Learning Community"
April 11, 2026
Every Friday is Blue and Red Day at Hoover!
Our Students Are Earning a lot of PBIS Tickets Each Week!
Our Second Grade Students Learned About Local Government Operations on Friday!
The Title I Family Math Night was Incredible!
Some Students Played PSSA Jeopardy on Friday to Get Ready for the PSSA Exams!
The PTO Spring Fling Dance was a Huge Success!
The Real Word vs. Nonsense Word Egg Hunt!
Registration and Re-Registration Information:
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. Parents and guardians of new Neshaminy students should begin the process online by visiting www.neshaminy.org/register. Be sure to use the "Register a Student for Next Fall (2026—2027)" link on the registration page.
RE-REGISTRATION (ENTERING GRADES 5 and 9)
Parents and guardians of students entering grades 5 and 9 at the start of the 2026–2027 school year will be asked to review and update their residential and contact information. This routine re-registration process supports accurate student records and helps ensure smooth transitions, appropriate school placement, transportation, services, staffing, and resource planning for the upcoming school year. Visit the link below for more information.
Please Update Your Demographic Data by April 17, 2026 in HAC:
STUDENT, FAMILY INFORMATION UPDATES (ENTERING GRADES 1-4, 6-8, 10-12)
Starting this spring, ALL Neshaminy parents and guardians (except those re-registering for rising grade 5 and 9 students) must update their information in Home Access each year. This is a new requirement that will help the district to maintain correct information and enhance communications. Parents and guardians can confirm or update their information by logging into their Home Access accounts. No documents are required unless there is a change of address, multiple occupancy affidavit, or affidavit of support required.
The deadline to complete this update is Friday, April 17. Please visit the Neshaminy website using the link below for information on how to update your information in Home Access Center. Families who would like assistance with updating or re-registration may attend one of two help sessions that will be held in mid-April:
- Poquessing Middle School: Tuesday April 14, 5:00–8:00 PM
- Maple Point Middle School (Board Room): Wednesday April 15, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
The S.T.E.A.M. Expo is April 15, 2026!
Get ready for an exciting night of discovery at the Neshaminy STEAM Expo!
Join us for a fun-filled event featuring over 50 hands-on STEAM activity tables where kids can explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math in action!
Wednesday, April 15th
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Neshaminy High School
From cool experiments to creative challenges, there’s something for every curious mind. Bring your family, ask questions, try new things, and spark your imagination! Come explore, create, and be inspired—we can’t wait to see you there!
PSSA Information:
Every Pennsylvania student in grades 3 through 8 is assessed in English Language Arts and Math. The PSSA exams will be held on the following days:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, April 21, 22 and 24
- Tuesday and Wednesday, April 28 and 29
Important information about the PSSA can be found at the link below.
Have You Registered for the Sunset Challenge Yet?
Please Take a Few Moments to Complete This Title I Survey:
Important Dates:
April 13-17 - Autism Acceptance Week
April 13 - Day 5 - Magnificent Mind Monday - Wear a Hat
April 13 - 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm - PTO Spirit Night - McDonald's - Levittown
April 14 - Day 1 - Totally Unique Tuesday - Wear Stripes
April 14 - 7:50 am - Advanced Grade 4 Orchestra Rehearsal - Cafeteria
April 14 - 8:00 am - Chess Club - Mrs. Ritter's Room - Last Session
April 14 - 9:20 am - Grade 3 - Autism Acceptance Assembly
April 14 - 10:45 am - Grade 4 - Autism Acceptance Assembly
April 14 - 2:15 pm - Grade 1 - Autism Acceptance Assembly
April 15 - Day 2 - Autism Walk Wednesday - Wear Your Autism Acceptance T-Shirt or Wear Blue
April 15 - Last Day to Register for the Sunset Challenge and be Guaranteed a T-Shirt
April 15 - Reading Logs are Due
April 15 - 9:15 am - 10:15 am - Orchestra Rehearsal - Cafeteria and Stage
April 15 - 9:30 am - Grade 2 - Autism Acceptance Assembly
April 15 - 9:30 am - Grade 1 - Autism Acceptance Walk
April 15 - 10:30 am - Grades K, 2, 3, 4 - Autism Acceptance Walk
April 15 - 2:15 pm - Grade K - Autism Acceptance Assembly
April 15 - 6:30 pm - S.T.E.A.M. Expo - NHS
April 16 - Day 3 - Team Up for Autism Thursday - Wear Your Favorite Team Gear
April 16 - 8:00 am - Band Practice - Cafeteria
April 16 - 9:30 am - 10:30 am - Band, Chorus, and Orchestra Concert for Grade 2 - Cafeteria
April 16 - 6:15 pm - Orchestra Students Report to Poquessing Middle School - White Shirt - Dark Blue or Black Pants or Skirt
April 16 - 6:30 pm - Band Students Report to Poquessing Middle School
April 16 - 7:00 pm - Hoover Spring Concert - Poquessing Middle School
April 17 - Day 4 - Sensory Friendly Friday - Wear PJs or Comfortable Clothes
April 17 - Last Day to Order a Field Day T-Shirt
April 20 - "Safe Touches" Program - Grade 2
April 21, 22, and 24 - PSSA Testing - ELA - Grades 3 and 4
April 28 and 29 - PSSA Testing - Math - Grades 3 and 4
May 5 - Grade 2 Field Trip to Legoland
May 6 - Kindergarten Field Trip to Please Touch Museum
May 6 - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm - Hoover Art Show - Hoover
May 7 - 3:50 pm - 5:00 pm - Hawks with Heart - Leader Meeting
May 8 - Grade 1 Field Trip to Shady Brook Farm
May 8 - 7:00 pm - Sunset Challenge 5K - Maple Point
May 14 - Food Allergy Awareness Day - Wear Teal or Blue
May 14 - 6:30 pm - PTO Meeting - Library
May 15 - Elementary Field Day
May 18 - Rain Date for Field Day
May 19 - Election Day - Teacher Act 80 Day - School Closed
May 20 and 21 - District Art Show - NHS
May 21 - Grade 3 Field Trip to Elmwood Park Zoo
May 21 - 3:50 pm - 5:00 pm - Hawks with Heart - All Members
May 25 - Memorial Day - District Closed
May 29 - Grade 4 Field Trip to Newtown Athletic Club
June 1 - Rain Date for Grade 4 Field Trip to Newtown Athletic Club
June 4 - 3:50 pm - 5:00 pm - Hawks with Heart - All Members - End of Year Celebration
June 4 - 6:30 pm-7:30 pm - Grade 4 Move Up Ceremony - Maple Point Middle School
June 5 - 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm - Grade 3 Family Picnic
June 5 - 7:00 pm - Grade 4 Chorus Performs at the Trenton Thunder Game
June 9 - 9:30 am - 10:30 am - Grade 1 Family Breakfast Picnic - Grassy Area near the Soccer Fields
June 9 - 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm - Grade 2 Family Picnic - Near the Soccer Fields
June 10, 11, 12 - Early Dismissal Days
June 12 - Last Student Day
Do You Want to Help Us to "Build Futures?"
Neshaminy School District is looking for both certified and support staff for the 2025-2026 school year. Visit our employment website to see the available positions and complete an application or join us at one of our ESS Hiring Events held on several Fridays in the District Board Room at Maple Point.
What is P.B.I.S.?
P.B.I.S. stands for Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports. At Hoover Elementary School, we believe that students can be taught how to make appropriate behavior choices in the same way that they can be taught math, reading, science, and social studies. Our three behavior expectations are:
- Be Respectful
- Be Responsible
- Be Safe
We teach our students how to meet these expectations in a variety of settings (classroom, cafeteria, playground, bus, hall, bathroom, etc.). We reinforce appropriate behaviors with verbal praise and with P.B.I.S. Tickets. Students who earn tickets can exchange them for a sticker that they can wear proudly throughout the day. Students can also earn prizes on Friday during our P.B.I.S. raffle. The more tickets you earn each week, the better the chance you have of winning a prize.
Our P.B.I.S. program has been recognized by the PA Commonwealth as being effective in helping our students to make appropriate behavior choices.
If you have any questions regarding our program, or if you have any suggestions for how we could improve our program for 2026-2027, please email any of the following individuals:
- David Glennon - Principal - dglennon@neshaminy.org
- Jaimie Salt - Teacher - PBIS Tier 1 Team Leader - jsalt@neshaminy.org
- Megan Kovak - School Counselor - PBIS Tier 2 Team Leader - mkovak@neshaminy.org
Have You Tried the Math Challenge?
The PTO Provides Several Non-edible Birthday Treat Options!
Take a look at some of these PTO birthday packages:
https://hov.neshaminy.org/for_parents/p_t_o
Dr. G.
Student Services:
Families are encouraged to visit the district website for information about the following important services and policies:
- Special Education Services
- Gifted Students
- Services for Protected Handicapped Students
- Destruction of Records
- Medical Assistance
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Register for Free PK Programs:
Registration is still open for the 2026-2027 Pre-K Counts preschool program at Neshaminy. This is a grant program funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that provides free, high-quality pre-kindergarten education to families who meet the age and financial criteria. Classes in the Neshaminy Pre-K Counts program are held at locations in the district, including in Neshaminy schools. Click on the link below for guidelines and registration information.
Information Regarding our Free and Reduced Price Lunch Programs:
https://nsd.ss4.sharpschool.com/district_offices/business_operations/food_services
If you have any questions, please email me at dglennon@neshaminy.org or call me at (215) 809-6340.
This video also provides an overview of the application process:
Dr. G.
Please Review our Title I Website:
Hoover Future Ready School Level Plan:
Hoover Future Ready School Level Goals:
- By June 2026, the number of K-2 students reading at grade level benchmark or above, as measured by DIBELS composite score, will increase by 15% from baseline universal screeners.
- By June 2026, 70% of our students will meet their Typical Growth Goals on the iReady reading diagnostic.
- By June 2026, 68% of our students will meet their Typical Growth Goals on the iReady math diagnostic.
- PBIS: 90% of our students will receive 0-1 behavioral referrals during the 2025-2026 school year.
- At least 90% of our students will attend school on a regular basis during the 2025-2026 school year.
If you have any feedback regarding these goals please email me at dglennon@neshaminy.org .
Title I Contacts:
If you have any questions regarding the Hoover Title I Plan for 2025-2026, or if you have any suggestions regarding how to improve the plan, please contact David Glennon or Kim Maurizi:
- David Glennon - Principal - dglennon@neshaminy.org
- Kim Maurizi - Title I Reading Specialist - kmaurizi@neshaminy.org
Would You Like to Serve as a Volunteer at Hoover?
https://nsd.ss4.sharpschool.com/parents/volunteer_clearances
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
Website: https://hov.neshaminy.org/
Location: 501 Trenton Road, Langhorne, PA, United States
Phone: (215) 809-6340
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hooveres