Burgettstown Area School District

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• February 5: Full Act 80 Day- No School
• February 16: Act 80 1/2 Day

Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow early Friday morning, so hopefully that means we will have a an "early spring!" More importantly, hopefully there will be no more delays, or FID days for the remainder of the year! Our fingers are crossed!

This week was a busy week as we crossed the 100th day of school mark! Classroom spelling bee winners were awarded in the Elementary Center, Mrs. Read's students completed a variety of lessons using manipulatives, Mrs. Pusateri's students completed activities in preparation for the AP exams later this year, the Wrestling team advanced to this weekend's championships by sailing through the first two rounds of WPIAL team playoff action, AP Language students were discussing the concept of satire, Honors Physics students worked on projectile and rotational motion in the gymnasium, the elementary students celebrated the 100th day of school by dressing up as if they were 100 years old :) and the first grade teachers conferenced with their students about grades in preparations for Acadience testing later this month. Yes, it was a busy week!

We remind students, employees, parents, guardians, and community members that smoking, the possession or use of alcohol or other drugs, and the possession of weapons on school grounds, including outdoor athletic areas, by any individual, is prohibited. These acts are subject to police action and must also be reported to the Department of Education.

Student and employee safety is extremely important to us. We are constantly looking for ways to make our schools, school grounds, and property safe for all. Recently, we ordered signage that will be placed on all of our school busses, warning that unauthorized boarding will be subject to criminal prosecution. This is not something new, it is simply something we are creating a greater awareness of.

According to the Pennsylvania Crimes Code:

§ 5517. Unauthorized school bus entry. (a) Offense defined.--A person who enters a school bus without prior authorization of the driver or a school official with intent to commit a crime or disrupt or interfere with the driver or a person who enters a school bus without prior authorization of the driver or a school official who refuses to disembark after being ordered to do so by the driver commits a misdemeanor of the third degree. (b) Notice.--A school district may place a notice at the entrance of the school bus that warns against unauthorized entry.

Our school district prides itself on providing the best possible learning environment for our students, and school buildings and other facilities that can be a source of pride for the community. We are constantly monitoring the conditions of our schools, athletic complexes and other district-owned property but sometimes we miss things. You can help us by completing this form when you notice something that you think needs our attention. It can be something as basic as noticing that there is a light out in our parking areas, or that the trash receptacles at the baseball field need emptied. Just like you have for your home, we have a running list of items that need our attention. These items get prioritized and acted upon. We may already know about the issue you raise, but if we don't, we can't prioritize it until we do. We are all in this together and your input is greatly appreciated. Please click her to access this form: HERE