Rock Report, November 9, 2026

"Congratulations to Morgan Marshall on being named one of three National Poet Laureates from over 85,000 student participants across the country. As the NEHS Poet Laureate, Morgan will, through intensive mentoring, be working/writing through the rest of this year, receiving national publishing opportunities, organizing public readings, and attending the NEHS National Conference, where she will present her work. We are all extremely proud of her!"

Jason S. Traczykiewicz

Principal

Council Rock High School North

The CR North Marching Band does it again!! On Saturday, October 31st, the Council Rock North Marching Band traveled to Central Dauphin Middle School in Harrisburg, PA, to compete in the USBands Pennsylvania State Championships. Competing in Group IVA, the band took home 1st Place with a score of 93.200 and was named the 2026 USBands Group IVA Pennsylvania State Champions!

In addition to winning the State Championship, the band earned caption awards for Best Music, Best Visual, and Best Overall Effect! This victory marks BACK-TO-BACK Pennsylvania State Championships for the Council Rock North Marching Band! Congratulations to our AMAZING students and staff for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence throughout the season!

The CRNMB has one final week remaining in their season as they prepare for the USBands A-Class National Championships next weekend in Allentown, PA, where they will look to defend their 2025 National Championship title and bring home another BACK-TO-BACK championship!

The Council Rock Music Department is excited to present MEGABAND!, a district-wide celebration of band and community bringing together the Council Rock North Marching Band, Council Rock South Marching Band, Holland Middle School Band, and Newtown Middle School Band for one unforgettable evening!

• Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 7:15 PM, at
• Walt Snyder Stadium at Council Rock North High School.
• Free and open to the public
  
  

The evening will feature both high school marching bands performing their award-winning field shows, followed by a special performance featuring band students from grades 7–12 across the entire district, joining forces on the field as one massive ensemble!

Adding to the excitement, more than 20 Council Rock Band alumni will return to join the students for an unforgettable performance of the band classic "Louie, Louie," celebrating the generations of musicians who have helped shape Council Rock's proud band tradition.

We invite the entire Council Rock community to join us for this exciting celebration of our students, our alumni, and our shared love of music!

The Council Rock Special Services department offers informative webinars designed for parents, guardians and caregivers of students receiving special services in Council Rock. This year, four webinars are planned that are available to all parents to attend. Links for each webinar will be shared in the week prior to the webinar.

• Related Services: Understanding how speech, OT, PT, counseling, and other supports contribute to a student’s IEP.

• Graduation Pathways for Students with Disabilities: Exploring diploma options, transition planning, and preparing students for life after high school.

• Building Coping Skills for Everyday Challenges: Practical strategies to help students manage stress, emotions, and everyday challenges with greater confidence.

Looking for a delicious drink, a unique gift, or a reason to smile? Stop by STARBoro Café, proudly operated by students in Council Rock's ACHIEVE program! Enjoy hot and cold beverages while browsing an assortment of colorful, handcrafted items, including jewelry, pottery, mugs, and more. Every visit supports our students as they develop valuable workplace skills, build confidence, and showcase their creativity. Come for the coffee, stay for the smiles, and experience something truly special at STARBoro Café!

• Monday, November 9 | Help Your Teen Shine Online®: Resume Building, Online Reputation & Future Opportunities

  Josh looks at 250+ resumes a year and he will help your family plan how to build a resume your teen is proud of and a positive online reputation that supports future college, career, and personal opportunities.

  👉 Register now for Help Your Teen Shine Online®: Resume Building, Online Reputation & Future Opportunities
  
  

• Wednesday, November 11 | The Impact of Screen Time on Motivation, Health & Academics

  Learn practical ways to reduce homework distractions, improve screen habits, and create healthier family routines.

  👉 Register now for The Impact of Screen Time on Motivation, Health & Academics
  
  

• Tuesday, November 17 | Avoiding Strangers & Dangerous Situations: Help Your Child Stay Safe Online

  Learn the risks kids face when talking to strangers online, how to spot red flags, and tips to help your child stay safe and happy online.

  👉 Register now for Avoiding Strangers & Dangerous Situations: Help Your Child Stay Safe Online

Middle Bucks Institute of Technology invites prospective students and their families to our Annual Open House on Thursday, November 12, from 6:00–8:00 PM. Explore our campus, visit our career and technical education programs, tour classrooms and labs, and discover the many opportunities available at MBIT.

Guests will have the chance to meet instructors, current students and parents, counselors, special education staff, administrators, and representatives from colleges and other educational partners. An Information Session for prospective students and parents will be held at 6:30 PM, providing an overview of MBIT, the application process, student resources, and the many pathways available through career and technical education.

Whether you're just beginning to explore your options or already have a career path in mind, Open House is a great opportunity to experience MBIT and see where your future could take you.

October is Careers in Construction Month. Read the MBIT October Newsletter at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/vn206

The Council Rock Attendance Letter contains information that parents and guardians should know regarding their student.

If you are planning an extended student absence due to travel, please let CR know before you go!

"With spring here and summer approaching, your local police agencies are beginning to report issues with children operating electric bikes in violation of state law, creating hazards to the motoring public, and disrupting local business centers. Please educate yourself and your children regarding these types of vehicles to prevent a local tragedy, and ask your children to be respectful of others' properties and rights. Together we can make a safer community!"

Did you know that your Very Informed Parent (VIP) Council Rock registration gives you access to 450+ SmartSocial resources that are available on-demand? Check out the wide variety of topics and helpful tips that help parents understand the social media world that surrounds children today. Use the link below to register as a CR parent, and choose the resources that best suit your needs.

https://smartsocial.com/members?org=councilrocksd

SmartSocial offers targeted advice for over 450+ apps and platforms, to help parents and families strategize on making safe choices. Don't wait for a problem - arm yourself with information and understanding on the dangers these platforms present to children.

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https://www.crsd.org/o/crsd/page/digital-backpack

Submissions will be reviewed on the basis of the Council Rock Policy on Non-School Information (913). Council Rock will cooperate with agencies in the distribution of materials within the schools if the material is of substantial benefit to the students and their parents and is determined appropriate for dissemination.

The Digital Backpack is a venue for local community organizations to post electronic flyers weekly. Organizations wishing to post information must submit their flyer or advertisement along with a PDF or text version of the flyer/information for accessibility purposes.

Click here to submit your flyer to the Digital Backpack!

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There’s so much to celebrate in our fall newsletter! See how CREF grants are supporting Council Rock students and get to know the educators and donors behind these learning experiences. You’ll also find dates for upcoming events and ways to get involved!

We’re grateful to everyone who makes this work possible. Give it a read and share it with friends to help more people see the difference our community is making for students!

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