CRSD WEEKLY NEWS UPDATE

The 2023 District STEAM Night held on May 25th proved to be a resounding success, attracting an impressive turnout of students and their families. Council Rock's annual STEAM Night, hosted at Council Rock South, provided attendees with an engaging and interactive experience. Thanks to the support from the Council Rock Education Foundation and the generous sponsorship by KVK Tech, Inc., over 40 fascinating hands-on experiments, demonstrations, and learning experiences were made possible. The event featured a diverse range of activities, such as HUNCH Robotics, E3, coding, liquid nitrogen, snap circuits, origami, design a plankton challenge, STEM guitar, pop rocks, simple machines, fabrication, Makey Makey & Hummingbird Robotics, STEAM Studio, and the middle school STEM Challenge winners. The evening also boasted the presence of valuable community partnerships, including Silver Lake Nature Center, Magki Farms, Churchville Nature Center, Bucks County FabLab, Teq, and Doylestown Hospital.

The event's overwhelming success can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of the STEAM Team, consisting of teachers, students, and community volunteers, who generously shared their fun and exciting projects and expertise. Their commitment to inspiring young minds and fostering a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math was evident throughout the night. By offering a wide array of activities and showcasing the practical applications of STEAM subjects, the event entertained and encouraged a deeper understanding and appreciation for these fields among the participants. The collaboration between the Council Rock Education Foundation, local businesses like KVK Tech, Inc., and various community partners was crucial in creating an enriching and memorable experience for everyone involved. The 2023 District STEAM Night will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the attendees, igniting their curiosity and inspiring them to explore the fascinating world of STEAM further.

Council Rock School District once again demonstrated its strong commitment to science education as fifty-two students showcased their exceptional research projects at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Sciences (PJAS) Regional Competition. The impressive participation of these students highlights their dedication and passion for scientific inquiry. Out of the fifty-two participants, an astounding thirty-eight students achieved a prestigious 1st place, a remarkable accomplishment. Click here for the full results from the regional competition.. Even more impressive is that some students received perfect scores! Their exceptional achievements reflect their scientific understanding and speak volumes about the district's emphasis on academic excellence and preparing students for success in STEM fields.

The outstanding performance of Council Rock students at the regional level earned them the opportunity to advance to the highly anticipated State Level PJAS competition, which happened May 14th to May 16th at Penn State University. The qualifying thirty-eight students had the chance to further showcase their research projects and compete among the best in the state. The qualifying students' outstanding abilities and impressive accomplishments at the regional competition position them as strong contenders for recognition and success at the state level. All of Council Rock’s secondary schools were represented, with 35 participants attending. The student's hard work and determination undoubtedly contributed to their success as they represented Council Rock School District with excellence at the State Level PJAS state competition. See the full list of state results here.

All meetings are at The Chancellor Center unless otherwise noted.

• 05/29/2023 - Memorial Day Holiday/All Schools/Offices Closed
• 06/01/2023 - 7:00 PM Special Meeting of the Board of School Directors
  Topic: Flexible Instructional Days
• 06/07/2023 - 7:00 PM Special Services Information Session
  The Star Center - 30 Upper Holland Rd, Richboro PA
• 06/08/2023 - Graduation, Last day of school for AM Kindergarten
• 06/09/2023 - Last Day of Schools for Students, PM Kindergarten attends;
  early dismissal for K-11
• 06/12/2023 - 7:00 PM Policy Committee Meeting
• 06/15/2023 - 7:00 PM Facilities/Finance Committee Meeting
• 06/22/2023 - 7:00 PM Board of School Directors Meeting

There will be a Special Board Meeting on June 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM, to discuss Flexible Instructional Days and such other business that may properly come before the Board.

Parents, please keep an eye out for the annual bus survey.

This important survey helps us determine which routes we will need for next year and ways we can improve our services. The survey will be available from Friday, May 25 through Sunday, June 11 at midnight.

Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT), located at 2740 York Road (Route 263), Jamison, PA is offering Summer Career Exploration courses in July for students entering 7th, 8th, 9th, or 10th grades. The Summer Career Exploration Program provides week-long career enrichment opportunities for students so they can begin to focus on career pathways. Students have the chance to enroll in courses such as Drafting & Design, Cosmetology, Medical & Health, Computer Networking, and more! Click here to visit MBIT's website and click below for the program brochure.

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• Free and Reduced Price Lunch
• Health and Safety Plan (Updated 09.15.2022)
• Home Access Center (H.A.C.)
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Sunday, June 4th, 2023 • 5:00 pm

Council Rock South, 2002 Rock Way, Southampton, PA.

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• Summer 2023 Brochure
• www.crsd.org/aquatics
• Classes held during June and July 2023
• Includes children’s swim lessons (group & private)
• Summer swim program grades eight and up

Developmental Camp for 5th-7th graders plus our regular High School Camp (9-12noon). *Limited Registration; closes once spots are filled. Click here for the flyer.

Save the date – new venue! Join CREF for the 4th Annual Golf Classic on June 26, 2023, at Jericho National Golf Club. Early registration for sponsors is now open. Register ASAP, as this is a SELL-OUT event! www.creducationfoundation.org/golf Proceeds from the 4th Annual Golf Classic help to support innovative educational opportunities beyond the annual school budget. Through fundraising events like the Golf Classic, CREF has helped bring to life over 150 projects and programs to classrooms of thousands of students across the Council Rock School District. It is through the generosity of sponsors and participants like you that CREF continues to support students in their quest for lifelong learning. Your support truly makes a difference!

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• CHAMPIONS at CRSD-Champions has a great solution for busy working families: activities that combine fun and learning, together with the safety and convenience of a high-quality program right inside your school. Champions offers a variety of group and individual activities designed to keep your child exploring and growing.

• Free Library of Northampton Summer Quest Kids Programs

• Student History Day of Newtown - JUNE 4 @ 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Newtown Historic Association (NHA) invites all families with children in the grades of 4th through 6th to come to the Half-moon Inn to learn about the history of our Inn and the rich history of Newtown. Other siblings are welcome too!

• Silly Spoons - The mission of Silly Spoons is to teach and inspire children to love the art of cooking through interactive classes that will build confidence and offer endless opportunities for learning and creativity.
  

• Horse/Wellness Retreat at Barclay Farm For Middle and High School Girls - In response to the growing number of requests to infuse wellness and a love of horses, Barclay Farm is excited to announce a retreat geared towards improving emotional health while building resilience in Middle and High School Girls.

• Bereavement Camp for 6-12 year olds who have lost a loved one.

• Calling for therapy dog teams to join our Nor'wester organization and volunteer in Council Rock classrooms! For more information and an application form, visit our website at www.NorwesterTherapyDogs.org .

• 2023 Acting Naturally Summer Camps
  

• Help Wanted at Briarwood -Briarwood Day Camp, located in Furlong, has a need for a limited number of junior counselors for this summer. Our junior counselors are teens who will be entering 11th grade, 12th grade, or freshman year of college in the fall of 2023.

• Camp Invention-Spring has sprung, and we're already looking forward to all the fun we'll have this summer at @CampInvention! Camp will take place at Maureen Welch M. Elementary, June 20-24. invent.org/mylocalcamp

• Camp Girl Power is for incoming 4th-6th grade girls who want to develop the skills to be EMPOWERED in the 21st century. Two sessions of this camp are being offered: Session I- Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30; Session II- Monday, July 24 to Friday, July 28 (currently full). Both sessions are from 9 AM to 3 PM.
  

• Girls Empowered Girls Leadership Program is for incoming 7th-9th grade girls from Monday, July 10-Friday, July 14, from 9 AM-12 PM. This program is for girls who want to develop the skills to be a leader at school, in sports, in other extracurricular activities, and the community.

• Real World Girls is a brand new program being offered this summer for incoming 9th-12th grade girls. This program is being held Monday, August 21, to Friday, August 25, from 9 AM to 3 PM. It will prepare high school girls for the "real world" by helping them explore career options, learn about the college process, how to manage money, good citizenship, healthy relationships, and stress and time management.

• YMCA Summer Camps Brochure
  

• Tyler Park Center for the Arts - Summer Camp

• Tyler Park Center For The Arts - Save the dates!

  Members Show Opening — May 19 from 7-10
  

  Crafts in the Meadow — October 21 & 22

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