Pennsbury On Point

Pennsbury on Point is a weekly newsletter designed to keep the Pennsbury community up-to-date on district news, events, and information. The newsletter is emailed to families weekly and archived on the district's Public Relations webpage.

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• Part-Time Jobs for Students
• Pennsbury Arts Hall of Fame Nomination Form
• Pennsbury Odyssey of the Mind Association
• Pennsbury Parent Academy - Events & Recordings
• PHS Project Updates
• PHS Troupe #830 Presents The Curious Savage - Tickets Here
• Safe Arrival Attendance Reporting System
• Safe2Say - Anonymous Tip Line
• Send some Pennsbury Praise!
• Special Education Advisory Council (SEPAC)
• Wink4Pink Online Store

Schools are closed Monday, November 2, and Tuesday, November 3, for a grading day and Election Day/Staff Development. Offices are open.

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Pennsbury Education Foundation Harlem Wizards fundraiser!

When: Friday, December 4, 2026

Where: Pennsbury High School East

Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m., game begins at 7:00 p.m.

Click here to purchase your tickets.

The world-famous Harlem Wizards will take on Pennsbury staff members in an exciting basketball showdown benefiting the Pennsbury Education Foundation.

Presented by NorthPoint Development, this special event brings the Pennsbury community together for a great cause.

Special thanks to our additional sponsors, Michael's Jewelers and Brenda Matias with Keller Williams Langhorne!

Join the fun and support the Foundation's mission to enrich educational opportunities for Pennsbury students!

Do you own a business or belong to an organization that would like to give back to Pennsbury? Become a sponsor of the Pennsbury Education Foundation’s annual Harlem Wizards fundraiser!

Many of our Pennsbury families are also local business owners and community leaders. Sponsoring this event is a meaningful way to support our students and connect your business or organization with other Pennsbury families.

Join us on Friday, December 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Pennsbury High School East, when Pennsbury staff take on the Harlem Wizards for a family-friendly evening! Funds raised will support grants that expand curricular opportunities for students throughout the district.

Sponsorships begin at $500, with opportunities for recognition before, during, and after the event. Whether you're a Pennsbury parent, graduate, neighbor, or longtime supporter, we invite you to be part of the fun!

Please click here to explore sponsorship options and sign up.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Neill at jneill@pennsburysd.org or 215-428-4178.

Pennsbury welcomed Amy Lena, Pennsylvania’s Deputy Secretary for the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, on Thursday, October 22, for classroom visits and conversations with district educators.

Lena observed a math class at Edgewood Elementary School and an English class at Charles Boehm Middle School before participating in roundtable discussions with teachers and administrators about Pennsylvania’s mathematics and reading/language arts standards. The visit provided an opportunity for Pennsbury educators to share classroom perspectives and discuss the standards that guide teaching and learning.

The Pennsbury community came together on Saturday, October 17, for the 21st Annual Pennsbury Marching Band Festival, a US Bands event celebrating the talent, dedication, and spirit of marching band students from across the region!

This year’s festival welcomed Newark High School, Ridley High School, Wissahickon High School, Council Rock North High School, Abington High School, Upper Darby High School, Great Valley High School, Quakertown Community High School, and Kutztown University, whose performance was a special highlight of the evening! Of course, our own Pennsbury Long Orange Line proudly took the field in exhibition to represent our district.

The festival was a tremendous success, thanks to the support of Pennsbury administration, the Pennsbury Instrumental Music Boosters, and the many student and parent volunteers who worked together to make the event possible. It was wonderful to see our community come together to support music education and celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of these outstanding student musicians.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this annual tradition such a memorable evening! Please wish the Long Orange Line luck as they head into State Championships at Downingtown East on Saturday, October 31 and National Championships Sunday, November 4!

Nine Pennsbury High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS) on October 16 at Pennsbury High School East, in front of family members, joining the 205 students inducted last spring.

NHS President Jack Laderman briefly spoke about what it means to be part of NHS before introducing his fellow NHS officers, who explained the society's four pillars: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Superintendent Tom Smith, PHS Principal Stephanie Hultquist, and NHS Advisors Tara Bellman and MaryAnn Daley also attended.

Congratulations to the following students!

Gabriella Killian, Julia Nay, Aleksandra Nieznalska, Rahyaan Patel, Samuel Purdum, Jane Reifsneider, Gabriella Rodriguez, Katelyn Stuart, D’One Thomas

2026-2027 PHS NHS Officers:

Jack Laderman, President

Abigail Huff, Vice President

Rishi Veludurthu, Secretary

Elena Steiner, Treasurer

Pennsbury High School is proud to announce that the following students have earned Commended Student status in the National Merit Scholarship program. Congratulations to: Sanvi Abnave, Siona Amin, Claudia Banks, Anna Chiang, Carter Kanuk, Kenneth Kim, Alexander Li, Brayden Mackey, Rowan O'Neil, Brinda Rangam, Annie Scheese, Gabriella Sliwinski, Lily Van Varick, Rishi Veludurthi, Avigail Wus, Lydia Yang

Commended Students are recognized for exceptional academic promise, placing among the top 50,000 scorers out of more than 1.3 million students who entered the competition.

Pennsbury High School held its annual 12th-grade Financial Aid Presentation night on Thursday, October 22. The event helped families navigate the college financial aid process, including completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and learning about financial aid opportunities available through the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). The presentation was recorded and is available for viewing at your convenience.

Seventh- and eighth-grade students in Señorita Pietras’s classes at Pennwood Middle School are exploring the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world through research and hands-on activities.

Each student selected a Spanish-speaking country and investigated its traditions, food, music, history, and daily life. The project helped students deepen their cultural understanding and appreciate the diversity found across these countries.

By making learning interactive and meaningful, the project sparked enthusiasm and curiosity, with many students inspired to someday visit the countries they researched!

Beautiful weather and a shared purpose brought the Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary School community together on Friday, October 23, for its annual Kids Walking for Kids event. Parents lined up to watch as students took part in a school tradition centered on supporting children and families facing health challenges.

The event encourages students to learn about health issues and treatments affecting their peers while showing compassion and support through a schoolwide walk. It also raises money for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the ER Scholarship, extending the impact of a day devoted to caring for others.

The Blue Room is back at William Penn! To kick off this year’s new season, William Penn eighth-grade student Jack Fitch sits down with Jordan Caiola, a touring musician and a William Penn/Pennsbury alumnus. He discussed his solo project, CAI•OLA, his band, Mo Lowda and the Humble, his experience at William Penn, and shared advice for others. In addition to the interview, Jordan also performed 2 of his most popular songs.

The interview was produced, hosted, and edited by Jack Fitch, with William Penn student Luke Magnussen as a production assistant, and Mr. Cortney Elder as a mentor.

You can watch the interview and Jordan’s performances below!

Pennsbury Drama’s annual Tuesday Night Live! took place on Tuesday, October 13, bringing students together for an evening of creativity, comedy, and entertainment while showcasing the incredible talent of our student performers. The entire show is produced, directed, and written by the students themselves. This year’s producers were Jacob MacKinnon and Chloe Arias.

In the spirit of community and giving back, attendees also donated canned goods to support Pennsbury’s school food pantry, which helps provide food to students in need.

It was a wonderful evening celebrating student creativity, talent, and the importance of supporting one another!

Walt Disney Elementary School brought the community together for its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 24! Supported by the Student Activities Council, the Walt Disney PTO, Walt Disney Flight Crew members, and dedicated community volunteers, the event was filled with fun activities for families to enjoy.

Festival highlights included a petting zoo and pony rides provided by Happy Trails, games and face painting led by National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) volunteers, and a visit from the Tullytown Fire Department’s Station 33, led by Chief Aaron Cohen. Families also enjoyed an obstacle course, slingshot activities, robot battles, a scarecrow scavenger hunt, a quarterback challenge, and plenty of food and drinks.

A big thank-you to Scott Kennedy and Suzanne Cassidy for organizing this wonderful community event, and to all the volunteers and supporters who helped make the Walt Disney Fall Festival a memorable day for everyone!

On Friday, October 23, 68 eighth-grade orchestra students visited Pennsbury High School for a special Side-by-Side rehearsal with the PHS Symphonic Orchestra! Together, the students rehearsed 'Tis the Season, one of the selections the Middle School Orchestras are preparing for its upcoming Winter Concert.

This exciting musical experience gave our eighth graders the opportunity to play alongside high school musicians, experience the PHS orchestra program firsthand, and meet their future orchestra director, Mrs. Felicia Hebenstreit! It was a wonderful way to build connections, celebrate their musical growth, and get excited about the next step in their musical journey at Pennsbury High School.

A special thank-you to our middle school orchestra directors, Mr. Nick Terramani, Ms. Christina Dobson, and Mrs. Lisa Chippendale, for helping make this meaningful experience possible. We look forward to welcoming these talented musicians to PHS next year!

Afton Elementary recently hosted its annual Trunk-or-Treat, bringing students and families together for a fun-filled evening of Halloween festivities! From creative trunk displays and awesome costumes to a live DJ and fantastic community turnout, the event was full of spooky fun and memorable moments. Thank you to everyone who helped make this beloved Afton tradition such a success!

On October 16 at Eleanor Roosevelt Elementary, the third graders in Mrs. Bria/Ms. Rumbelow’s class joined their Buddies in Mrs. Baccari’s kindergarten class for their annual autumn activity. Each kindergarten student was given a pumpkin, generously donated by the Morrisville Giant supermarket. The third graders guided their younger friends as they weighed, measured, and carefully compared and contrasted their pumpkins.

Together, they made predictions about whether their pumpkins would sink or float, testing their ideas with excitement and laughter. After recording their observations and drawing detailed pictures of their pumpkins, the kindergarteners proudly took their special pumpkins home to share with their families. In the end, Mrs. Baccari surprised each third grade student with a pumpkin of their own to take home! It was a fun-filled day of learning, teamwork, and autumn joy!

Walt Disney Elementary School’s first graders took their learning beyond the classroom last week with a visit to the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia! The museum brings science to life through hands-on exhibits exploring the human body, outer space, machines, and motion, offering young learners opportunities to ask questions and make discoveries. It was a fun and memorable outing for the first-grade classes!

Pennwood students in Mrs. Kirsh's Social Studies collaborated with the Gifted Support teacher on a research project exploring how early humans evolved and adapted to their environments over time. Using reading selections, guiding questions, and a podcast, students investigated early human species, their physical characteristics, survival skills, and the role of climate in human evolution. To bring their learning to life, students created life-sized portraits of an assigned early hominid alongside an imagined future hominid, using evidence and creative thinking to consider how humans might continue to adapt to our changing environment.

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Last week, Mrs. Camp’s kindergarten class at Afton Elementary earned a classroom Gem Party for their teamwork, effort, and positive behavior.

The celebration began Thursday with Pajama and Stuffy Day, giving students a chance to get cozy with their favorite stuffed animals. On Friday, neon decorations and blacklights transformed the classroom for Glow Day, a bright finish to a week celebrating teamwork and positive choices!

Charles Boehm Middle School will honor and celebrate veterans during its Annual Veterans Day Brunch Recognition on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, beginning at 8:15 a.m.

Families are encouraged to invite relatives and friends who are veterans or currently serving in the military to attend this special event recognizing their service and dedication to our country.

Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP using this link. Please RSVP by October 30, 2026. Questions? Please email Mr. Korn at ckorn@pennsburysd.org.

Charles Boehm looks forward to welcoming veterans, active-duty service members, and their families for this meaningful celebration of service and gratitude.

Interested in Becoming a Pennsbury Substitute? Join an Info Session!

November 4 or December 9, 2026 from 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m.

Central Office Building (134 Yardley Ave, Fallsington, PA 19058)

Now Hiring Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals for Pennsbury School District

Flexible Schedule, Training Provided, Weekly Pay

ESS.com to RSVP

Pennsbury School District is looking for school bus drivers to help get students safely to school, home, and everywhere in between.

The position offers competitive salary, flexible hours, paid CDL training, a student-centered work environment, and the opportunity to do meaningful work right here in the community.

Interested in joining the Pennsbury team?

Visit www.pennsburysd.org and click on the Employment icon to apply. Questions may be directed to the Pennsbury Transportation Department at 215-428-4165.

Join Pennsbury and make a difference — one stop at a time.

Pennsbury School District is excited to launch the Pennsbury Arts Hall of Fame, a new initiative celebrating the talented alumni, educators, and community members who have helped build Pennsbury’s proud tradition of excellence in the arts.

The Hall of Fame will recognize individuals who have made meaningful contributions in visual art, instrumental music, vocal music, theatre, and other areas of the arts, while also giving today’s students the opportunity to learn from the accomplishments of those who came before them.

“The Pennsbury Arts Hall of Fame will honor the incredible talent that has emerged from our schools and pay tribute to the educators and community members who have shaped our arts programs,” Superintendent Dr. Thomas Smith said. “It’s a way to preserve our history while inspiring the next generation of artists and performers.”

Nominations are now open for the inaugural class and will be accepted through April 1, 2027. Eligible nominees include Pennsbury High School graduates who have demonstrated exceptional achievement or leadership in the arts, as well as former faculty members, administrators, community members, and others who have made a lasting impact on Pennsbury’s arts community.

Anyone in the Pennsbury community — including alumni, current or former staff members, students, and community members — may submit a nomination. The first class of inductees will be announced in Fall 2027 and honored at a formal induction ceremony and reception. Inductees will also be recognized in a permanent Arts Hall of Fame display outside Keller Hall at Pennsbury High School and on the District website.

Ready to nominate someone? Click the button below!

Wink4Pink October Online Store

Runs: October 1 - October 30

Click here to shop!

Stayin' Alive Zumbathon

Enjoy an evening of dancing for a great cause! Amazing Zumba instructors, fabulous raffle baskets, lead by DJ Pro Mark R.

Proceeds benefit the Kelly's Heroes Fighting Pancreatic Cancer 501C

When: Friday, November 6, 2026. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Zumba starts at 6:30 p.m.

Where: Oxford Valley Elementary School - 430 Trenton Rd, Fairless Hills, PA

Tickets: $35 each before 10/23, $45 each on 10/24 or at the door

Cash or Venmo @Sandy-Robidoux

For more information: Reach out to Sandymark1@verizon.net or visit www.kellysheroes.ngo

Pennsbury High School Troupe #830 Proudly Presents...

The Curious Savage by John Patrick

November 20 & 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

The Cave at PHS West, 608 S. Olds Blvd., Fairless Hills, PA

All tickets $10 (available at the door or by clicking here)

Pennsbury School District uses Safe Arrival to track and verify student absences. Here are three simple steps families can take to make sure absences are reported and important notifications are received:

1. Report Absences Through the SchoolMessenger App
Parents and guardians can report student absences directly through Safe Arrival in the SchoolMessenger App. Reporting an absence in advance lets the school know your child is safe and accounted for. Download the SchoolMessenger Home (SM Home) app for free in the App Store or Google Play.

2. Save the Safe Arrival Phone Number
If your child is marked absent and the absence has not been reported, Safe Arrival will automatically contact you by phone, email, and text message (if you have opted in).

Safe Arrival calls come from 866-318-3517, not the District’s main phone number. We recommend saving this number in your contacts so you recognize the call and it is not mistaken for spam.

3. Opt In to District Text Messages
To receive text notifications about student absences, you must opt in to Pennsbury School District text messages.

Simply text Y or YES to 67587 from the mobile phone number you have on file with the District.

By opting in, you will also receive other important District text messages, including emergency notifications, transportation notifications, and weather-related alerts.

Not sure which mobile number is on file? Contact the main office at your child’s school to confirm or update your information.

More information on attendance and Safe Arrival can be found on our website.

Please note that the date for the 2027 Pennsbury High School Sports Nite has changed. This year's event will be held on Friday, April 9, 2027, at the Cure Arena in Trenton, New Jersey, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Please update your calendar!

The Pennsbury School District will host a Community Swap at Manor Elementary School, 401 Penn Valley Road, Levittown, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Community members are invited to shop for household items, clothing, baby items, and more.

Shoppers registered for the event will have an exclusive shopping period from 10:00–11:00 a.m. and may arrive beginning at 9:30 a.m. to set up their items. The event will then open to the general public from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Anyone interested in reserving a space can use the QR code on the flyer or email pkropp@pennsburysd.org

Charles Boehm Middle School 36th Annual Craft Show

Over 150 Craftspeople!

Bake sale, Cafe, Homemade Decor, Jewelry, Wood & Metal Crafts, Candles, Wreathes, Sewn Crafts and more!

Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

866 Big Oak Road, Yardley, PA 19067

Admission $3.00, 65+ $2.00, Children 10 & Under Free!

cboehmcraftshow@gmail.com

Connect with schools, agencies, and community resources to support the move from school to adulthood. Representatives will be on-site to share information on education, employment, and independent living. No registration required to attend.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Resources include

• Post-Secondary Education & Training
• Employment
• Independent Living
• Community Resources
• Legal, Financial & Life Planning

Bucks County Intellectual Disability / Autism Services

Parent Presentations
5:40-6:25 PM & 6:30-7:15 PM

Review of Intellectual Disability and Autism services in Bucks County and the waiver system. The presentation will cover: intake, eligibility, waiting lists, waivers, and services available.

Youth Presentation

Employability Jeopardy!
5:40-6:25PM & 6:30-7:15PM

Students only

Scan QR code or go to: bit.ly/BucksSTORFfor more information

Location

This event will be held at the Bucks County Intermediate Unit 22

705 N. Shady Retreat Road
Doylestown, PA 18901

215-348-2940

Contacts:

Denise Harmon
DHarmon@BucksIU.org

Jamie Lill
JLill@BucksIU.org

E-Bikes in Pennsylvania: What's Legal and What's Not

Know the Law. Ride Safely. Keep Our Community Safe

Legal Bikes:

• Has working pedals
• Motor under 750 watts
• Max assisted speed of 20mph
• Rider is 16+
• Weighs 100lbs or less
• These are classified as "Pedalcycles with electric assist"

Not Street Legal (Not Allowed on the Roads):

• E-Dirt Bikes
• Electric or gas "Mini-Rides" with seats
• Off road only bikes or scooters
• Anything missing required equipment (lights, mirrors, breaks, etc.)
• If it can't meet equipment standards, it's not street legal

Consequences:

• Citations and fines
• Vehicle impoundment
• Court appearances
• Parents held responsible for riders under 18
• Forfeiture for off road bikes used on streets
  

If you’re able to lend a helping hand, please consider supporting Pennsbury Kids — a local nonprofit devoted to caring for Pennsbury families who are facing difficult times. Every donation makes a difference and helps ensure that no child or family in our community feels alone in their struggle.

Pennsbury Kids works hand in hand with the Pennsbury School District’s Social Workers to identify families in need and provide them with the care, resources, and hope they deserve. Together, we can lift each other up and keep our community strong.

How you can support Pennsbury Kids:

1. Venmo to @pennsburykids

2. Via credit card at www.pennsburykids.org

3. Paypal to keller@pennsburykids.org

4. Mail or drop check (payable to Pennsbury Kids) at 2122 N Crescent Blvd, Yardley, PA 19067

5. Via donor advised funds. Our EIN is 84-4151604

Reminder: School Breakfast is free to all Pennsbury students for the 2026-2027 school year, regardless of student or family eligibility for the free and reduced lunch program. You do not need to enroll your student in order to participate in free school breakfast. Click here to learn more.

The Pennsbury School District Social Media Policy has been updated to reflect the following:

Policy 816 allows for District operated social media pages to post student full names when appropriate. Account-holders should only post student full names in instances where it is mutually beneficial for the student and the school district and does not compromise the safety and well-being of the student. Examples of appropriate instances for posting full names of students include but are not limited to, athletic competitions, co-curricular activities (concerts, musicals, drama, etc.), academic awards, and/or other publicly available recognitions (ex: publication about a student in local media, etc.). For instances involving elementary school students, account holders must obtain permission from the superintendent or designee prior to posting a student's full name.

If you do not want your child featured in any social media or media outreach on behalf of the Pennsbury School District, please complete this opt-out form. Please note, this form must be submitted each school year.

🌟 Pennsbury Praise! 🌟

We believe in celebrating the outstanding dedication, passion, and hard work of our staff! Pennsbury Praise is a simple yet meaningful way to express your gratitude and acknowledge the incredible efforts of any Pennsbury School District staff member.

Whether it's a teacher who inspires, a support staff member who always goes the extra mile, or an administrator who leads with care, Pennsbury Praise lets you share your appreciation directly with them. Take a moment to brighten someone's day and show them how much their contributions mean to our Pennsbury community.

Click the link to send some Pennsbury Praise and make someone's day shine!

Click here to visit the Pennsbury School District's E-Flyers Page.

These flyers represent current or ongoing announcements of interest to Pennsbury students and their families that emanate from local community organizations, sports leagues, scouting groups, and other non-profits. Browse through our gallery!

To obtain approval for a flyer to be posted on the E-Flyers Page, please email your request to Macy Cellitti at mcellitti@pennsburysd.org.

Click the links below to view the current schedules for Pennsbury Athletics.

Weekly Sports Schedule

Current Team Schedules - Schedules are subject to change at any time. Check this page often for the latest updates!

Safe2Say Something is a youth violence prevention program run by the PA Office of Attorney General. Report a confidential tip to help prevent violence and tragedies.

Click here to submit an anonymous tip.

Click here to view Pennsbury High School's Student Job Board and find local area businesses with open positions. Some positions allow applicants as young as 14 years old.

Click here for information on how to obtain a work permit.

The Nutrition Group is Now Hiring Kitchen Managers, Cooks, and Food Service Workers at Pennsbury School District!

Great opportunity! Monday through Friday, daylight shifts, no nights or weekends. Competitive wages offered.

Learn more about additional opportunities with us and join our team today! Apply online now at: tngcareers.com and search “Pennsbury” or call our office at 215-428-4100 ext. 22201

The Pennsbury School District is making a concerted effort to ensure that students who reside within our District boundaries are able to attend the school they are assigned to based on their home address. To help us, we have established a Confidential Residency Reporting Tip Line. If you believe someone is falsifying their student's address to attend the Pennsbury School District, please call or email:

residency@pennsburysd.org

(215) 428-4100 ext. 84777 (TIPSS)

Click here for more information.

Have a question about Pennsbury? Don't trust the rumors, ask Penny!

Send Penny an email at askpenny@pennsburysd.org.

tsmith@pennsburysd.org

215-428-4111

Email: publicrelations@pennsburysd.org

Website: www.pennsburysd.org
Location: 134 Yardley Avenue, Fallsington, PA 19058
Phone: 215-428-4100