Weekly Principal's Newsletter

Welcome to this week’s Panther Pulse newsletter! We have a lot to celebrate as our Strayer Middle School community keeps building momentum and showing what it means to be a Panther.

PRIDE Time in Full Swing

PRIDE time for each grade level is up and running smoothly across the building! This dedicated block gives our students tailored opportunities to thrive—whether that means targeted support in Math and ELA or diving into passion projects like drawing, reading, extended learning, band and chorus lessons, physical activities, and even line dancing with Mrs. McMaster (as seen in the picture below!)

Our goal to empower students to choose their daily activities using SmartPass has come to life remarkably fast this school year. Seeing our students navigate their choices with independence and care is a true testament to the daily responsibility and maturity they show.

Staff & Student Spotlight: Celebrating Our Student-Athletes

A huge shoutout goes to Mr. Badway, our Athletic Secretary, for making student-athlete recognition a top priority! Mr. Badway dedicates significant time to highlighting students who go above and beyond both on the field and in the classroom.

Students can check out these features displayed in the cafeteria and featured in our weekly newsletters. It is so rewarding to see our Panthers shine outside the traditional classroom setting!

• October 12: (No School for Students)
• October 22: PTO Meeting @ Strayer (5:30pm-6:30pm)
• November 2: Picture Re-Take
• November 3: (No School for Students)
• November 6: Last day of Marking Period 1

Quakertown Community School District is committed to providing high-quality instruction and support to promote the highest achievement of all students. At the school level, the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is a framework used to maximize the success of all students. This information provides an overview of the Multi-Tiered System of Supports for parents and answers common questions.

Our 7th and 8th grade students will be participating in the "Young Speaker Minding Your Mind" event October 1st or 2nd during their health class. The above link provides a detailed outline of this important mental health awareness program that has been presented at Strayer for the past several years. To help guide conversations with your child regarding mental health Minding Your Mind also has a parent resource page: Just Talk About It. If you have questions or concerns please reach out to your child's health teacher: Mrs. Rogers (7th grade), Mrs. Jerrom (8th grade).

10/01/26

• 9:03 - 11:21 am, Andrew Onimus, Changing Minds
• 12:33 - 2:51 pm, Scott Prendergast, Changing Minds

10/02/26

• 9:03 - 11:21 am, Kristen Hamill, Changing Minds
• 12:33 - 2:51 pm, John Adams, Changing Minds

Join the QCSD Team and make a difference in the lives of young people! Check-out the QCSD Employment Opportunities. Let’s build a bright future together.

We have lots of information on the community bulletin board. Please click here for the QCSD Community Opportunities.