Take 5 with Dr. Friedman

This week’s Take 5 with Dr. Friedman shines a light on some exciting highlights across the QCSD! We’re celebrating district-wide achievements, exploring college and future-readiness opportunities at our High School, and gearing up for a weekend full of music with our Panther Marching Band. Plus, you’ll find helpful information to dive deeper into your student’s curriculum.

And with gorgeous weather on the horizon, it’s the perfect weekend to enjoy it all.

Have a wonderful weekend, and Go Panthers!

Dr. Matthew Friedman, Ed. D.

Superintendent of Schools

What is “curriculum”?

Curriculum is the roadmap for learning—it outlines what students are expected to know, understand, and be able to do at each grade level and in every subject.

Did you know that the Quakertown Community School District’s curriculum is public and easy to access through Atlas? Take a moment to get familiar with what your child will be learning this year—course descriptions, units, and learning goals are all just a click away!

Click HERE to access the curriculum!

Digital media and technology are evolving at a dizzying pace, both unlocking extraordinary opportunities and posing real risks for young people. Students are using the immense power of the internet and mobile technology to explore, connect, create, and learn in ways never before imagined, both in and out of the classroom—especially this year. But issues that emerge from this 24/7 "connected culture," such as cyberbullying, privacy lapses, and uncertainty about which information to trust online, are surfacing both in schools and at home.

QCSD sees these as teachable moments. We believe that digital citizenship skills have become essential for students. That's why our schools are dedicated to helping students think critically and use technology responsibly to learn, create, and participate. QCSD has just been approved as a Common Sense District, an honor that recognizes our efforts in teaching digital citizenship to young people, engaging the entire community in this important discussion, and supporting educators who are using technology for learning. The recognition acknowledges our district's commitment to providing safe and innovative spaces for students to thrive as they harness the full potential of technology for learning and life.

To learn more Click HERE.

QCHS students now have the ability to hear from 4 different college, trade school, and military reps during 1 single meeting, reducing class time missed and increasing their future opportunities.
Please reach out to Mr. Gozzard for more information! He can be reached at:

Mr. Gozzard – Future Readiness Coordinator - egozzard@qcsd.org
Mrs. Henry – Class of 2027 School Counselor – ehenry@qcsd.org
Ms. Lannutti – Class of 2027 House Principal - klannutti@qcsd.org
Mrs. Baver – Class of 2027 Administrative Assistant - mbaver@qcsd.org
Follow the QCHS FRC on Instagram - @QCHSFutureReadiness

Upcoming Events:

9/22/2025 – US Air Force / Space Force, Widener Univ, Drew Univ, PA College of Technology

9/29/2025 – La Salle University, Lebanon Valley College, Chestnut Hill College, Williamson College of the Trades (male only college)

10/1/2025 – Penn State Univ, PA Army National Guard, St. Joseph’s Univ, Christopher Newport Univ.

10/9/2025 – Nova Southern Univ, Delaware Valley Univ, Elizabethtown College, Univ of Delaware

10/14/2025 – Muhlenberg College, Indiana University of PA (IUP), Moravian Univ, US Army

10/16/2025 – US Navy, Rutgers Univ, Gettysburg College, Shippensburg Univ

10/21/2025 – East Stroudsburg Univ, Manor College, Lafayette College, Holy Family Univ

10/23/2025 – Juanita College, Millersville Univ, York College of PA, Johnson & Wales Univ

10/28/2025 – Kean Univ, West Chester Univ, Villanova Univ, Dickinson College

10/30/2025 – Messiah Univ, Immaculata Univ, Ursinus College, Northampton Community College

Join us on Saturday, September 20 at 6 PM at Alumni Memorial Field for this year’s USBands competition. Our Panther Marching Band, along with more than a dozen visiting bands, will showcase their incredible talent in a night filled with music, spirit, and community pride.

We are grateful to the Quakertown Music Promoters Organization (QMPO) for their tireless support of our students and programs, and to our families, staff, and community for championing the arts. Your dedication makes all the difference.

Welcome to our visiting bands, and thank you to everyone who keeps the tradition of music excellence alive in Quakertown. Let’s make it a night to remember—Go Panthers!

Each of our schools has been recognized by the Pennsylvania Positive Behavior Support (PaPBS) Network for their outstanding implementation of School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS).

So, what does this mean?

It means our schools have created supportive systems—school-wide, in classrooms, and at the individual level—that foster positive behaviors and stronger learning environments for all students. Teachers and staff explicitly teach behavioral expectations and celebrate students when they demonstrate them.

The results are powerful: fewer disruptions, more positive school climates, and students who understand and practice what it means to be respectful, responsible, and safe.

We are so proud of our schools for this recognition and the commitment it represents to every child’s success.

Want to join in the effort? Ask your child’s principal how you can get involved!

• September 24, 2025 - Board Meeting - 7pm

• September 30, 2025 - Coffee & a Q with Dr. Friedman at 6pm at the Trolley Barn - click to learn more