Week of September 21st, 2025

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:
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No School: There will be no school on Tuesday and Wednesday in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
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PTO Meeting: Join us for our PTO meeting on Thursday, September 25th at 4:30 PM—all families are welcome!
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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
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
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
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
Start with Hello Week
I'm Not Scared...I'm Prepared!
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
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
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!
Classroom Spotlight
Dot Day with Ms. Murphy- Kindergarten
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!
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
Attendance Policy
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.
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
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
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
Keystone News Network
Please consider subscribing to our Keystone News Network ran by the talented Mr. Pierce and our awesome Tiger Techs!
Hispanic Heritage Month
Rosh Hashanah
Chiari Malformation Awareness Month
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
Johnny Appleseed Day- September 26th
Success Skill of the Week
KidTime
September Breakfast & Lunch Menus
Right to Know Letter
Keystone's Interventionists
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
Deanna Johnson, RN
267-599-2473
deanna.johnson@bristoltwpsd.org
Carissa Dea
267-599-2496
carissa.dea@bristoltwpsd.org
Fax: 215-788-1516
Anti-Bullying/Climate Specialist/Dean
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
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
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
Keystone Elementary School Address & Phone Numbers
Address:
940 Tulip Ave.
Croydon, Pennsylvania 19021
School phone: 267-599-2470
School fax: 215-788-1041




