Council Rock North Update
January 17, 2026
Rotary Senior Recognition
Newtown Rotary recognized Kiersn Ward, Alexa Pikul, Marlena Duchnowski, Owen Rodowicz, and Jouad Barouki for the academics, and service to North and the local community.
Teacher Recognition
North Basketball players recognized staff members who have made a difference to them. The following were recognized:
Ms. Marie Crane recognized by Owen Crowne
Ms. Morgan Deegan recognized by Andrew French
Ms. Kym Diglia recognized by Kellan Rodowicz
Ms. Bernadette Dodd recognized by Leif Peterson
Ms. Michele Gambescia recognized by Chris Bachman
Ms. Kimberly Gorman recognized by Dylan Keifer
Mr. Nick Heim recognized by Danny Cuneo
Mr. Philip Mann recognized by Justin Freed
Mr. Jim McNeill recognized by Christian Penecale
Mr. Donovan Marte recognized by Evan Barone
Mr. Daniel Martinelli recognized by Ryan Steffe
Mr. Justin Millerr ecognized by Cameron Wright
Mr. Mike Perate recognized by Billy McBride
Ms. Tina Sarkioglu recognized by Josh Kondonijakos
Mr. Christian Vorchheimer recognized by Aryan Prabhu
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
On Monday, January 19, staff and students are off for the holiday. The building will be closed as PECO will be replacing equipment resulting in shutting down power to the building. 12 month staff will be working remotely. Should you need to contact them they will be available via e-mail.
Mid-Term/Semester Final Exam Schedule
January 22 - English, BCIT, and Music
January 23 - Science, World Language, FCS, Engineering/Technology, and Health/PE
January 26 - Social Studies, Math, and Art
January 27 - Make Up/Snow Date
January 28 - Half Day, Last Day of 1st Semester
Counseling Updates
Click on the image below to access the Counseling Updates
Emerging Artists of Lower Bucks County
AP Honor Roll
North was again placed on the College Board's Honor Roll with Silver designation. The criteria is below:
- 50% or more of the graduating cohort took at least one AP exam during high school.
- 30% or more of the graduating cohort scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP exam during high school.
- 5% or more of the graduating cohort took five or more AP exams during high school with at least one being taken in the 9th or 10th grade.
We are proud of our staff and students for their hard work.
Program Planning for 2026-2027
It is time to once again begin thinking about planning an appropriate program of studies for your child. Within the next few weeks, your student will be choosing a program of studies for next year. Several dates and activities have been scheduled to help you and your student make these choices. They include:
January 5th - 28th
- Teachers will meet with students and share their recommendations for the 2026-2027 school year.
Parent Orientation (Links to presentations/pages below)
- Curricular overview for families of current 8th grade and new students
- College Standardized Testing Overview
January 30th - March 6th: Counselor Meetings
- Counselors will meet with students and families to finalize student requests. Information will be shared by your student's counselor about meetings.
The Compass
Check out the latest edition of The Compass, CRHS North's student run newspaper.
Health Guest Speaker
UNICEF Fun Run
Weather Emergency Information
NEHS Book Drive
Smart Social
NHS Tutoring
Athletics
With competitions beginning, we aim to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for our spectators, students, and visitors attending any competition. Students who attend athletic competitions are expected to abide by and follow the Code of Conduct set forth by Council Rock and PIAA. We want the visitors to leave with a positive impression of our school based on our behavior.
- For events in which tickets are sold, admittance will be $5.
- Yearly and Season Athletic Passes can be purchased HERE
- All students, K-8, must be accompanied by a paying adult for the game's duration.
- Students are not allowed to bring backpacks or bags into the stadium.
- Click Athletic Schedule to access all our teams' schedules
We are excited to announce we will livestream all contests taking place in the gym and stadium. To view event livestreams follow this link: https://fan.hudl.com/crnathletics
How do I contact Council Rock
Emergency Contacts
Sock n Buskin Season
Dates to Remember
Martin Luther King Jr Holiday - (Building Closed) - January 19
- Office staff will be working remotely due to scheduled power outage.
CR Ed Week - January 20-23
- Tuesday - 1:00 - 2:15
- Wednesday 9:30-11:30
- Thursday 1:00-2:15
- Friday 9:30-11:30
Midterm/Final Exams - January 22-26
- January 22 - English, BCIT, and Music
- January 23 - Science, World Language, FCS, Engineering/Technology, and Health/PE
- January 26 - Social Studies, Math, and Art
- January 27 - Make Up/ Snow Day
MBIT Closed - January 27
Last day of the 2nd MP/Semester Early Dismissal - January 28
Valentine Cabaret - January 31
The Odd Couple - February 5 - 7; 7:00 pm
PLC/Teacher Collaboration Late Start - February 9
Presidents' Day PD - School Closed/Teacher In-Service - February 13
Presidents Day - School and Offices Closed - February 16
WEMI Dance - February 20
Talent Show Ticket Sales - February 18 - 25
Talent Show - February 25
***School Calendar***
Jason Traczykiewicz
Email: jtraczykiewicz@crsd.org
Website: www.crsd.org/crnorth
Location: 62 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA, USA
Phone: 215-944-1428
Picture by Mckenna Nungesser Twitter: @MrTraczykiewicz
