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Week of September 21st, 2025

Week of September 21st, 2025
Week of September21st, 2025

Weekly Message Weekly Message

Dear Keystone Families and Staff,


We hope your week is off to a great start! We’re so excited about the amazing start to the school year and all the energy and enthusiasm our students and staff have brought to Keystone.


Wishing You a Happy and Healthy New Year
As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all families and staff who are celebrating. May this season bring joy, peace, and good health to you and your loved ones. Please note that in observance of Rosh Hashanah, there will be no school on Tuesday and Wednesday.


Letter Days of the Week:

  • Monday, September 22nd- C Day
  • Thursday, September 25th- D Day
  • Friday, September 26th- E Day

*an October calendar will be coming out in next week's newsletter


Reminders for the Week:

  • No School: There will be no school on Tuesday and Wednesday in observance of Rosh Hashanah.

  • PTO Meeting: Join us for our PTO meeting on Thursday, September 25th at 4:30 PM—all families are welcome!

  • Wear Gold: On Friday, September 26th, let’s wear gold to show our support for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.


Have a great week!


💛 Go Tigers! 🐾


With gratitude,


Mrs. Smith-Herman

Assistant Principal

Important Dates Important Dates

September 2025 September 2025

Rosh Hashannah

No School/Office Open

September 23rd & 24th

PTO Meeting

September 25th- 4:30pm

In the library of Keystone

All welcome and invited to attend.

Go Gold

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Please consider wearing yellow or gold.

September 26th

Chiari Malformation Awareness Day

Monday, September 29th

Wear purple

October 2025 October 2025

Yom Kippur

No School/Offices Open

October 2nd

Scholastic Book Fair

October 9th-17th

Students will shop during their scheduled library time.

Gertrude Hawk Fundraiser- Fall

Oct 13th to Nov 3rd

Nighttime Book Fair at Keystone

October 13th

5:30-7:30pm

Dairy Delight Fundraiser

October 14th from 5:00-8:00pm

PTO Skate Night at Philly SkatePlex

October 15th

6:00-9:00pm

2nd Grade Heritage Field Trip

October 21st

Trunk or Treat at Keystone (PTO Evening Event)

Wednesday, October 22nd- Starting at 6pm

Rain Date: Wednesday, October 29th

PTO Meeting

In Keystone Library- All are welcome to attend

4:30pm

Picture Re-take Day

Picture Retakes for All Grades: October 27th

Costume Parade

Friday, October 31st

Looking Ahead Looking Ahead

Bristol Care/Title 1 Night for Families & Staff

November 6th

Late Night for Conferences for the 2025-2026 School Year

Thursday, December 11th, 2025

Wednesday, March 25th, 2026

Band/Chorus Concert Dates

Wednesday, December 10th, 2025

Wednesday, May 13th, 2026

Gertrude Hawk Fundraiser- Spring

Feb 9th to Feb 23rd

Autism Awareness and Acceptance Presentation for Families

April 1st, 2026

5th Grade Spirit Day

Tuesday, May 26th

Wednesday, May 27th (rain date)

Field Days for 2025-2026

June 4th- K/1 AM, 2/3 PM

June 5th-4/5 AM

Rain Dates- June 8th & 9th

5th Grade Farewell

Friday, June 12th, 2026- AM

Rain Date: Monday, June 15th- AM

Kinderbration

Tuesday, June 16th- AM

Tentative Last Day of School for 2025-2026 School Year

June 17th, 2026

District Calendar- 2025-2026 District Calendar- 2025-2026

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District Calendar

District Calendar

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Start with Hello Week Start with Hello Week

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I'm Not Scared...I'm Prepared! I'm Not Scared...I'm Prepared!

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On Thursday, September 25th, Luke Miller, our District's Safety and Security Coordinator/BTSD Police Officer, along with officers from the Bristol Township Police Department, will be visiting our kindergarten classrooms to read them a story called I'm Not Scared...I'm Prepared!: A Picture Book to Help Kids Navigate School Safety Threats.


The purpose of the read aloud is to help our youngest learners understand school safety in a supportive and age-appropriate way.

Student Safety Assembly – Grades 1–5 Student Safety Assembly – Grades 1–5

On Monday, September 30th, Luke Miller, our District’s Safety and Security Coordinator and BTSD Police Officer, will lead an assembly for students in grades 1–5. During the assembly, age-appropriate safety procedures, including an introduction to the ALICE protocol, will be discussed to help students understand how to stay safe at school in a supportive and informative way.

District Wellness Policy District Wellness Policy

In alignment with the District’s Wellness Policy, students may not bring outside food for classroom parties or celebrations. Shared snacks are not permitted in District schools. (Please see the attached Wellness Policy for full details.)


If you would like to send something in for your child’s birthday or another special occasion, we encourage non-food items such as stickers, pencils, small toys, or play dough.


Thank you for your cooperation and support!

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Classroom Spotlight Classroom Spotlight

Dot Day with Ms. Murphy- Kindergarten Dot Day with Ms. Murphy- Kindergarten

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Constitution Day with Ms. Gallagher & Mr. Pope Third Grade Constitution Day with Ms. Gallagher & Mr. Pope Third Grade

With the guidance of their student teacher Mr. Pope, 3rd grade students in room B212 (Ms. Gallagher) learned about the Preamble to the Constitution and signed their own classroom version. We the People!

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iCampus iCampus

Class Assignments & Transportation Information

  • To view your child's teacher and bussing information please visit the Parent iCampus Portal at https://bristolpa.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/bristol.jsp .


Need Help Accessing iCampus?
If you are experiencing issues accessing your parent account, please email icampus.portal@bristoltwpsd.org.

Dairy Delight Fundraiser- October 14th Dairy Delight Fundraiser- October 14th

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Attendance Policy Attendance Policy

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Nursing Update Nursing Update

According to PA school law, dental examinations are required for students when they enter school in kindergarten or 1st grade, and in 3rd grade for elementary school students.


Our school dentist will be coming to Keystone on October 15th and 22nd. If your student has had a dental visit with a family dentist and does not need to see the school dentist on these dates please send in the dental form of their visit.


If we do not have a record of a private dental exam dated within the last calendar year, we will schedule your student to see the school dentist on one of the dates listed above. Any questions or concerns please reach out to the nurses office.

Dental Form
Physical Form

Talking Points Talking Points

Our teachers are encouraged to continue using TalkingPoints to stay connected with families.

Keep an eye out for more information from your child’s teacher about how they will use this tool.


For any TalkingPoint issues please email Mr. Pierce at steve.pierce@bristoltwpsd.org .

Keystone Fall Fundraiser for SWPBIS Keystone Fall Fundraiser for SWPBIS

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FallFest

FallFest

Yee-haw! Round up the gang and head on down to the farm for a day or night of nonstop fun! Get lost in a 4-acre corn maze, pick some perfect pumpkins, and chow down on some delicious grub. Of course, no visit to the farm is complete without some spirited drinks and live music! But wait, there's more! Hop on a wagon ride through the woods for a Halloween spectacle unlike any other. Groove to spooky tunes and watch as your favorite Halloween characters come to life in a dazzling display of lights. Trust us, this is one for the books! Plus, there are tons of activities for the little ones to enjoy too! And the best part? You can snag combo tickets for both FallFest and Eerie Illuminations for just a few bucks more. Don't miss out on all the fun this Halloween season!

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Scholastic Book Fair Scholastic Book Fair

Get Ready for the Book Fair! 📚✨
Our annual Book Fair is coming soon! Students will have the chance to explore and shop during their scheduled library times; October 9th – October 17th.


Join us for Family Night!
On Monday, October 13th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, families are invited to shop alongside their children and enjoy a fun evening at the Book Fair.


The book fair will accept cash for payment as well as you can set up an eWallet account for cashless shopping at the following website; https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/keystoneelementaryschool6



Heads up, book lovers! 📚✨

Sales tax applies to all purchases, so plan accordingly while you shop for your favorite books!


Volunteering
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all students, only adults who have a volunteer badge and are on the sign-up list will be able to help at the Book Fair. Thank you for your understanding and support!

Upcoming Community Events Upcoming Community Events

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Keystone News Network Keystone News Network

Please consider subscribing to our Keystone News Network ran by the talented Mr. Pierce and our awesome Tiger Techs!

Keystone News Network

Keystone News Network

Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

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Hispanic Heritage Month Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month | All About the Holidays | PBS LearningMedia

Hispanic Heritage Month | All About the Holidays | PBS LearningMedia

There are about 54 million Hispanics and Latinos in the United States. That's a lot of people to celebrate! Across the country, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated with festivals and community events recognizing the contributions of Hispanics and Latinos in the United States.

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Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah | All About the Holidays | PBS LearningMedia

Rosh Hashanah | All About the Holidays | PBS LearningMedia

Learn about the celebration of Rosh Hashanah in this quick video. Help students understand the traditions and history behind The Jewish New Year.

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Chiari Malformation Awareness Month Chiari Malformation Awareness Month

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Chiari Malformation Awareness Day is observed annually on September 28th. This day aims to raise awareness about Chiari malformation, a neurological condition where part of the cerebellum (the lower back part of the brain) descends into the spinal canal.


Since September 28th falls on a Sunday, we are kindly asking for everyone to consider wearing PURPLE on Monday, September 29th.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

When A Kid Like ME Fights Cancer | An Inspiring Read Aloud Story for Sick Kids

Johnny Appleseed Day- September 26th Johnny Appleseed Day- September 26th

🍎 Johnny Appleseed for Kids | 26 September | Who is Johnny Appleseed | Emergent Readers | Twinkl USA

Success Skill of the Week Success Skill of the Week

3 Ways to Smooth Out Your Morning Routine | Parenting Tips & Advice

3 Ways to Smooth Out Your Morning Routine | Parenting Tips & Advice

Feeling like your morning routine is a struggle? Here are three ways to improve your routine with kids!

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KidTime KidTime

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September Breakfast & Lunch Menus September Breakfast & Lunch Menus

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Information About Title 1

Right to Know Letter Right to Know Letter

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Keystone's Interventionists Keystone's Interventionists

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Mrs. Stacy Cooke
stacy.cooke@bristoltwpsd.org

Mrs. Ann Deal
anne.deal@bristoltwpsd.org


Ms. Angelanea Burgess

angelanea.burgess@bristoltwpsd.org


What is Title I?


Title I is a project funded by the federal government under the Every Child Succeeds Act. The purpose of this Act is to provide all children with fair and equitable opportunity to succeed and close achievement gaps. Money is allocated by the federal government and distributed by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to the Bristol Township School. District.

Title I funding is based on a complex formula. These funds are allocated to the states who in turn allocate a portion of that money to the individual school districts within each state. The school district’s share is based on the economic need within a school area, that is, by the number of low income families living there. In our district the number of free and reduced lunch students is used to determine the economic need of a particular school.

Health Office Contact Information Health Office Contact Information

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Deanna Johnson, RN

267-599-2473

deanna.johnson@bristoltwpsd.org


Carissa Dea

267-599-2496

carissa.dea@bristoltwpsd.org


Fax: 215-788-1516

Nursing Forms

Physical Form (K or 1st, 6th, & 11th grade)

Dental Form (K or 1st, 3rd, & 7th grade)

Medication Dispensing Form

Anti-Bullying/Climate Specialist/Dean Anti-Bullying/Climate Specialist/Dean

Mr. Steve Pierce

Email: steve.pierce@bristoltwpsd.org

Phone: 267-599-2481


Bullying Policies & Procedures

Social Worker & Guidance Counselors Social Worker & Guidance Counselors

Social Worker

Mrs. Jody Como
jody.como@bristoltwpsd.org


Counselors

Mrs. Tammy Surdo
tammy.surdo@bristoltwpsd.org


Mr. Brian Gianfrancesco
brian.gianfrancesco@bristoltwpsd.org

Transportation Office Contact Information Transportation Office Contact Information

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Location:


Bristol Township School District Transportation
5 Blue Lake Road
Levittown, PA. 19057


Hours of operation:
5:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Phone Number is 267-599-2390

Transportation Coordinator: Traci Williams, transportation@bristoltwpsd.org
Transportation Secretary: Christine King, christine.king@bristoltwpsd.org
STA Terminal Manager: Devon Padilla, dpadilla@ridesta.com
AM Dispatch: Iris Chaves, ichaves@ridesta.com
PM Dispatch: Chanta Crocker, ccrocker@ridesta.com
General Transportation Mailbox for Staff to Check: transportation@bristoltwpsd.org

Office Staff Office Staff

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Principal: Mr. Mark Wilicki

Email: mark.wilicki@bristoltwpsd.org


Principal Secretary: Marianne Mensinger

Currently out of the Office


Assistant Principal: Mrs. Crystal Smith-Herman

Email: crystal.smith-herman@bristoltwpsd.org


Assistant Principal's Secretary: Ms.Heather Saeger

Email: heather.saeger@bristoltwpsd.org


Special Education Department

Assistant Principal of Special Education- Mr. Victor Aristeo

Email: victor.aristeo@bristoltwpsd.org


Special Education Facilitator- Mrs. Kathy Watkins

Email: kathleen.watkins@bristoltwpsd.org


School Psychologist- Mrs. Heather Goldman

Email: heather.goldman@bristoltwpsd.org

Keystone Elementary School Address & Phone Numbers Keystone Elementary School Address & Phone Numbers

Address:

940 Tulip Ave.

Croydon, Pennsylvania 19021


School phone: 267-599-2470

School fax: 215-788-1041

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