161 N. Main Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
FAX (717) 677-9807
District website: www.upperadams.org
Upper Adams School District Mission
The Upper Adams School District provides challenging and inspiring educational opportunities, empowering each student to be a responsible and productive individual.
Upper Adams School District Vision
All Students College and Career Ready.
The History of the Unger-Stock Outstanding Teacher Award and the 2023-2024 Recipients
The Unger-Stock Outstanding Teacher Award has been made possible by the generous donation of Colonel Guinn E. Unger (retired). Through a charitable trust established by Col. Unger and the late Mrs. Phyllis E. Unger, the Upper Adams School District has been able to perpetuate the long-standing tradition of recognizing outstanding teachers. Col. Unger, a 1943 graduate of Biglerville High School, realizes the importance high-quality teachers played in his life and the lives of his children. In 1995, Colonel Unger encouraged the Upper Adams School District to institute the Guinn E. Unger Innovative Teaching Practices Award. This award, presented to one secondary and one elementary teacher each year, recognized the efforts to institute innovative teaching practices into the classroom.
Colonel Unger was a student of the late L.V. Stock, who was a teacher and administrator in the Upper Adams School District from 1923 through 1957. In 1985, the L. V. Stock Teacher of Excellence Award was formed through the generous contribution of Verna O. Stock, in honor of her late husband, Leslie V. Stock. After nearly twenty years of honoring distinction in teaching through the L.V. Stock Teacher of Excellence Award, the tradition came close to extinction due to dwindling funds. When faced with the possibility of losing the tie between the L.V. Stock name and teacher excellence, Colonel Unger agreed to support the initiation of a new award, combining the components of both the former L.V. Stock and Guinn E. Unger awards. Thus, in 2005, the Unger-Stock Outstanding Teacher Award was conceived.
During the 2023-2024 school year we collected 57 nominations for 30 separate elementary teachers for the prestigious Unger-Stock Award. Similarly, we received 38 nominations for 18 secondary teachers. The committee met on May 9, 2024 and reviewed each nomination and candidate. On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 we recognized the elementary and secondary Unger-Stock Outstanding Teacher recipients by name publicly at the Upper Adams School District Board Meeting. We provided both recipients with recognition and their awards at the district-wide opening in-service program.
The 2023-2024 elementary recipient is Ms. Kathy Anthony-Gulden. Kathy just recently retired as an EL Teacher from the Upper Adams Intermediate school with 39 years of service.
Here is a list of a few comments from the nomination forms submitted for Ms. Anthony-Gulden:
“Ms. Anthony-Gulden always puts her students first….”
“…She is always willing to go above and beyond for everyone in her community.”
“She's a role model to me.”
“She's very funny and has a great relationship with me.”
“Ms. Anthony-Gulden is a seasoned teacher whose years of experience have touched so many.”
The 2023-2024 secondary recipient of the Unger-Stock Award is Mrs. Laura Fritz. Mrs. Fritz teaches family and consumer science and runs our pre-school program at the high school. She has been with the Upper Adams School District for 16 years. Here are some comments from a few forms used to nominate Mrs. Fritz:
“She always exhibits enthusiasm in the classroom.”
“All of her students look up to her and respect her.”
“Mrs. Frtiz participates in many school activities.”
“Evidence of success is how much student participation she has in her class.”
Congratulations to Ms. Anthony-Gulden & Mrs. Frtiz on winning the Teacher of Excellence Award!
UASD Social Worker
Have questions about McKinney-Vento? Contact our district social worker.
Melissa Calderon, MSW, LSW
School Social Worker
Office: 717-677-7191 ext 2512
Cell phone: 717-778-8512
Email: m.calderon@upperadams.org
Food Service Updates for 2024-2025
Free Breakfast
Free breakfast will be available for the 2024-2025 school year for all students.
Students will be required to pay for lunch daily, unless they qualify under the free/reduced meal application process. We strongly encourage families to complete the free/reduced meal application so it does not impact any current or future benefits that you are receiving. Families can apply online at Online Free/Reduced Meal Application, https://www.compass.state.pa.us, or for a printed copy please visit: Free/Reduced Meal Application (English) or Free/Reduced Meal Application (Spanish). Please contact your local building for a printed copy, if needed. If students wish to purchase additional items during breakfast or lunch, they must have the funds available to purchase.
If a student’s cafeteria account has a negative balance, the student will be offered a standard lunch, as defined by the National School Lunch/Breakfast Program (NSLP, SBP).
No charges will be allowed for extra items, such as a-la-carte options, drinks, or second meals.
All foods available in district schools during the school day will be offered to students with consideration for promoting student health and reducing childhood obesity. Foods provided through the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs will comply with federal nutrition standards under the School Meals Initiative. All competitive foods and beverages available to students in district schools during the school day will comply with the Nutritional Standards for Competitive Foods in Pennsylvania Schools.
The cafeteria operates under strict state and federal regulations governing the preparation and serving of foods. Menus for each building are available at: https://upperadams.nutrislice.com/.
Note: Chartwells may experience difficulty in purchasing food items or receiving partially filled items from the shortages in manufacturing. Chartwells may need to change the menu to reflect items that are available for purchase. Our goal remains the same: to serve delicious and nutritious meals to all students every day.
Account Balance Information
MYSCHOOLBUCKS.COM: The Upper Adams School District is pleased to offer an online option for families to pay for student lunches. Our Food Service Department accepts payments for school meals through MySchoolBucks.com – an online payment service. MySchoolBucks.com offers a secure transaction gateway that accepts all major credit cards/debit cards as a means of adding money to your child’s meal account. Note: For the 2024-2025 school year there is no service fee to use a credit card/debit card.
(IMPORTANT: The District participated with MySchoolBucks.com to provide parents/guardians the opportunity to view their child’s account 24/7. Setting up and viewing the account is free. Making a payment to their account online is optional)
If a payment by personal check is returned to the School District, marked “Non-Sufficient Funds” (NSF), the School District will reverse the credit to the student’s account in the amount of the original check. A $25.00 fee will be assessed for NSF checks returned to the School District. This may result in a negative balance in the account and the procedures listed below will be followed for charging meals and paying the overdue balance.
Negative Balance Information
If your student has a negative balance, please pay the outstanding balance prior to the end of the school year. Payment may be made using MySchoolBucks, https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/login/getlogin or by sending a check in with your student to be applied to their account.
The initial collection of negative balances will be communicated to the parents/guardians by the 15th of every month. If at the end of the school year, June 1, 2025, if the student continues to have a negative balance, the negative balance may be referred to a collection agency.
2024-2025 Academic Calendar
The 2024-2025 Academic Calendar was approved by the Upper Adams School Board at their meeting held on 3/19/2024.
Please note that the early dismissal days will be on the following schedule:
Biglerville High School & Upper Adams Middle School (Secondary Campus)
Dismissal at 10:45 a.m. No Lunch will be served.
Upper Adams Intermediate School & Biglerville Elementary School (Elementary Campuses)
Dismissal at 11:45 a.m. No Lunch will be served.
Cumberland Perry Area Career and Technical Center
A Message from Transportation
Parent Reminders from Transportation
If changes need to be made to your student’s bus stop, it is important that you contact the Transportation Department at 717-677-7191 ext. 2704 or email Shelley Hobbs at s.hobbs@upperadams.org.
Students need to be at the bus stop 5-10 minutes earlier than their regularly scheduled pick-up time.
If you have moved, please contact your student's building for a Change of Address Form. Once transportation receives the completed form, transportation will be changed within three (3) business days. Transportation will not be changed until the change of address process is completed.
Drivers Needed
The Upper Adams School District is in need of bus drivers for district field trips, sporting events and band activities. If you are interested, please contact Shelley Hobbs at the number and email listed above.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024
We extend our congratulations to the Class of 2024 Senior Awards and Scholarship Winners!
SENIOR AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Alumni Scholastic Awards
Valedictorian: Gabriel Hollabaugh
Salutatorian: Carlie Corson
Upper Adams School Board Scholars
Gabriel Hollabaugh, Carlie Corson, Ricardo Acevedo, Sami Waybright,
Tristin McCleaf, Kaedyn Lentz, Michael Cogliano, Olivia Miller,
Alexis Pickett, Hannah Naylor, Lani Wherley
Honor Hoods for 96-100% Grade Average
Ricardo Acevedo, Grace Buchheister, Tania Catonga Esquivias, Michael Cogliano,
Carlie Corson, Samuel Gano, Liam Hardy, Gabriel Hollabaugh, Julia Hoover, Amanda Kane,
Lilly Kauffman, Alexandrya Kiel, Kaedyn Lentz, Tristin McCleaf, Ariya Miller, Olivia Miller,
Hannah Naylor, Sandra Orellana, Alexis Pickett, Emma Plank, Lizbeth Villanueva-Guerrero,
Sami Waybright, Lani Wherley, Juan Zarate
Honor Stoles for 92-95% Grade Average
Cameren Allen, Rodrigo Beltran-Lua, Evelyn Blanco, Diana Bobadilla-Gomez,
Matthew Chapman, Aubree Deardorff, Gabriel Dunn, Clayton Kuhn, Nolan Miller,
Nicolette Morris, Austin Nyman-Roberts, Brenda Pastrana Gomez, Andres Pena-Infante,
Alfredo Pulido Reyes, Troy Schneider, Abigail Sefcheck, Kiera Shaffer, Sean Sneed,
Paige Stewart, Destiny Thomas, Owen Torres, Kolton Trimmer, Rebekah Tuckey,
Ellen Zimmerman
National Honor Society
Ricardo Acevedo, Madelyn Becker, Grace Buchheister, Tania Catonga Esquivias,
Michael Cogliano, Carlie Corson, Gabriel Dunn, Samuel Gano, Vanessa Garcia-Tacuba,
Liam Hardy, Gabriel Hollabaugh, Julia Hoover, Amanda Kane, Lilly Kauffman, Alexandrya Kiel,
Clayton Kuhn, Kaedyn Lentz, Tristin McCleaf, Ariya Miller, Nolan Miller, Olivia Miller, Hannah Naylor,
Sandra Orellana, Brenda Pastrana Gomez, Alexis Pickett, Emma Plank, Paige Stewart,
Destiny Thomas, Kolton Trimmer, Lizbeth Villanueva-Guerrero, Sami Waybright, Lani Wherley,
Juan Zarate, Ellen Zimmerman
National Art Honor Society
Matthew Chapman, Carlie Corson, Liam Hardy, Aanjelie Maysonet, Nicolette Morris,
Abigail Sefcheck, Paige Stewart, Natalie Trejo-Gomez, Lani Wherley
National Technical Honor Society
Vanessa Garcia- Tacuba - Cosmetology
Brenda Pastrana Gomez - Occupational Health
Juan Zarate - Electrical Construction and Maintenance
Senior Student Council Outstanding Service Awards
Ricardo Acevedo, Carlie Corson, Aubree Deardorff, Gabriel Hollabaugh, Julia Hoover,
Amanda Kane, Lilly Kauffman, Tristin McCleaf, Sami Waybright
Upper Adams Hall of Honor
Carlie Carson
School Counselors Association
Carlie Corson
American Legion Awards
Amanda Kane & Nolan Miller
Upper Adams Education Association Award
Aanjelie Maysonet
The John Phillip Sousa Award
Andres Pena-Infante
Donald E. Baer Pharmaceutical Scholarship
Ellen Zimmerman
Louis Armstrong Jazz Award
Owen Torres
The Ruth Evelyn Lupp Music Awards
Grace Buchheister & Amanda Kane
The Nathaniel Huettner Memorial Drama Award
Grace Buchheister
The BHS Technology Education Award
Paige Stewart
Meghan McKinney Memorial Scholarship
Ricardo Acevedo
The Berne C. Hart Technical Scholarship
Evelyn Blanco & Tania Catonga Esquivias
The Biglerville Healthcare Ed./Trade Scholarship
Tania Catonga Esquivias
The Upper Adams Jaycees Scholarship
Gabriel Hollabaugh
The Upper Adams Youth Football League Award
Gabriel Hollabaugh
The Ethan Slaybaugh Memorial Award
Joseph Ney
FFA Agricultural Awards
Julia Hoover & Katherine White
Agricultural Mechanics Award
Kolton Trimmer
Eric L. Black Memorial Award
Julia Hoover
South Mountain Antique Engine Agriculture Award
Ag Winners: Jordan Melhorn & Tyson Taylor
Tech Winner: Angel San Juan
Global Seal of Biliteracy Award
Diana Bobadilla-Gomez
The Excellence in Modern Foreign Language Awards
French - Kaedyn Lentz
Spanish - Tania Catonga Esquivias & Gabriel Hollabaugh
Biglerville High School Science Award
Michael Cogliano
Babe Ruth Sportsmanship Awards
Amanda Kane & Nolan Miller
Biglerville High School Math Award
Tristian McCleaf
The Bill Wigglelance High School English Awards
Carlie Corson & Gabriel Hollabaugh
Ruritan Club Scholarship
Ricardo Acevedo & Gabriel Hollabaugh
Luella Musselman Paul Scholarship
Gabriel Hollabaugh
Thomas E. Arnold Scholarship
Amanda Kane
Biglerville High School Art Award
Lani Wherley
Biglerville High School Senior Yearbook Merit Award
Ariya Miller
Lenfest Scholars
Ricardo Acevedo, Gabriel Hollabaugh, Sami Waybright
Lenfest Finalists
Destiny Thomas, Kaedyn Lentz
The Family and Consumer Sciences Awards
Child Development: Darlin Contreras Gomera, Aubree Deardorff, Julia Hoover,
Kaedyn Lentz, Megan Lowery, Alexa Manzo, Lauren Pitzer, Abigail Sefcheck,
Rebekah Tuckey, McKenzie Weigle
Mildred Walters Leader Memorial Award
Paige Steward
Senior Self Improvement Awards
Meghan Brymesser, Carter Kime, Giselle Lopez Alcantar, Michelle Millan-Reyes,
Ricardo Perez-Peralta
Adams Electric Cooperative Scholarship
Tristian McCleaf
Biglerville High School M.S. Cline Scholarships
Tania Catonga Esquivias & Gabriel Hollabaugh
Canner Award Scholarship
Carlie Corson
Ray & Violet Flickinger Scholarship
Gabriel Hollabaugh
Apple Harvest Scholarship
Caleb Flohr
Marine Semper Fidelis Music Award
Michael Cogliano
Marine Scholastic Excellence Award
Tania Catonga Esquivias
Marine Distinguished Athlete Awards
Liam Hardy & Alexis Pickett
Hale-Sterrett Medical Scholarships
Ricardo Acevedo & Sami Waybright
Arendtsville Vocational School Alumni Scholarships
Troy Schneider & Sami Waybright
Kermit L. Jacoby Jr. Scholarships
Tania Catonga Esquivias
Adams County Bar Association Law Day Scholarships
Carlie Corson & Alexis Pickett
BHS History Awards
Ricardo Acevedo & Sami Waybright
Lady/Swales Scholarship
Olivia Miler
Chopin Piano Award
Gabriel Hollabaugh
Henry Barberies III Memorial Scholarship
Katherine White
Army ROTC National Scholarship
Liam Hardy
Biglerville, Gettysburg, & PA Garden Club Scholarship
Gabriel Hollabaugh
Leonard Bernstein Musicianship Award
Gabriel Hollabaugh
Canner Curriculum Corner
STEELS STANDARDS COMING TO SCIENCE CLASSROOMS
The Upper Adams School District continues to work on our implementation of the new Pennsylvania STEELS Standards coming in 2026. These new science standards represent a significant shift in how school districts throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will approach Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy, and Sustainability (STEELS) Education.
The Pennsylvania STEELS Standards are a set of educational guidelines designed to enhance students' understanding and proficiency in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and environmental literacy. These standards were developed by educational experts, industry leaders, and academic institutions to ensure our students are well-prepared for the demands of the 21st century. The standards are developed from the latest research and best practices in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education.
In today's rapidly evolving world, proficiency in STEELS subjects is more crucial than ever. The rationale behind these standards includes:
- Future Readiness: Equipping students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in future careers that are increasingly centered around science and technology.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Encouraging students to think critically, solve complex problems, and innovate. These skills are vital not only in STEM fields but also in everyday life.
- Hands-On Learning: Emphasizing experiential, hands-on learning to make science and technology education more engaging and effective.
The Upper Adams School District is enthusiastic about the statewide rollout of the STEELS Standards, which will be fully integrated into our curriculum by the 2025-2026 school year.
Our transition to the STEELS Standards includes:
- Professional Development For Staff Members: Training and resources will be provided to staff members to familiarize them with the new STEELS Standards and effective teaching strategies.
- Updated Curriculum: We will revise our science curriculum to align with the new STEELS Standards, ensuring that lessons are relevant and engaging.
- Enhanced Learning Materials and Resources: Students will have access to learning materials, tools, and lab equipment to support their hands-on learning experiences.
- Continuous Evaluation and Feedback: We will continually assess the implementation process and collect feedback from students and teachers to make any necessary adjustments and improvements.
The Upper Adams School District believes that the Pennsylvania STEELS Standards will greatly benefit our students by providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in an ever-changing world. Together, we can support our children in becoming the innovators and problem-solvers of tomorrow.
Nurses Notes
The following information is due to the district Nurses' Offices at the beginning of the school year.
Dental Exams for Kindergarten, 3rd Grade and 7th Grade Students
Physicals for Kindergarten, 6th Grade and 11th Grade Students
Immunization updates are needed for students entering Kindergarten, 7th Grade and 12th Grade. They include the following:
7th Grade - Tdap and Meningitis is required by the first day of school
12th Grade - Second dose of Meningitis is required by the fifth day of school
If you are in need of Dental Exam or Physical Exam paperwork or have questions regarding the required information including immunizations, please contact the School Nurse in your student's building.
Sally Jones, School Nurse, Biglerville High School & Upper Adams Middle School
Jenna Landis, School Nurse, Upper Adams Intermediate School
Heather Then, School Nurse, Biglerville Elementary School
Upper Adams School District - Position Openings
To view all open positions and apply, please go to the Upper Adams School District website at www.upperadams.org. Departments - Human Resources.
You may also contact Tina Fair, Human Resources Coordinator at 717-677-7191 extension 2721 or by email at t.fair@upperadams.org .
Help Wanted - UASD and District Contractors
For updated employment opportunities at Upper Adams School District, please visit our employment page on the district website at www.upperadams.org.
If interested in employment opportunities with one of our contractors, please reference the chart below for positions and who to contact.
Contractor Employment Opportunities and Contact Information
Aramark
Custodial
Substitute Custodial
Positions are available now!
Chartwells
Food Service Worker
Substitute Food Service Worker
or Mike at 717-677-7191 x2510
Positions available now!
Jacoby Transportation*
Bus drivers
Van drivers
Substitute bus drivers
Substitute van drivers
Website: https://www.jacobytransportation.com/careers/
Rolling Hills Transit/Folium Inc.
Van drivers
Substitute van drivers
Website: https://foliuminc.e3applicants.com/careers
Weaver Transportation*
Bus drivers
Substitute bus drivers
Contact: weaversbusservice@gmail.com or Matt at 717-968-2340
Kelly Education Services
Substitute Teachers
Substitute Instructional Assistants
Contact: Ashley Freed, Client Manager, at 717-229-9819
or email her at ashf767@kellyservices.com
*Paid training maybe available
