The Weekly Update 1/16/2026

There will be no school on Monday (1/19) in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This day honors Dr. King’s legacy of service, equality, and justice. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday.

4th Grade student Ethan Kaminski was recognized by Neshaminy School District for his continued help with students on his van back and forth to school. Ethan was nominated by his van driver.

Great Job Ethan...Making Tawanka Proud!

The cold weather does not stop us from going outside for recess. Please make sure your student is dressed appropriately to go outside all year long (winter jacket, hat, gloves). If the temperature is too cold (below 20 degrees with wind chill, "feels like" on most weather apps) we will be indoors, but aside from cold or rain we try to get our students outside as much as possible. It is even better if their cold weather gear is labeled so it doesn't get lost!

Thank you to Mrs. Sherwin and the PTO for organizing this year's paint night. We had a bunch of young and old artists show up to create a beautiful snowman painting!

Tawanka is working hard to try to get the attention of a furry green mascot based out of South Philadelphia.

Flu season is here, and this year the flu is spreading very easily. We want to help keep our students, families, and staff healthy! The best way to stop germs from spreading is by practicing good habits every day.

• Please remember to:

  • Wash hands often with soap and water

  • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow

  • Avoid touching your face

  • Stay home if you are feeling sick

By working together and practicing these preventative measures, we can help keep our school a healthy and happy place to learn. Thank you for your support in keeping everyone safe!

Please email calexis@neshaminy.org; ddisandro@neshaminy.org or kmccellan@neshaminy.org call with any questions or concerns 215-809-6316 school fax 215-809-6353

Kindergarten uses math and small motor skills to cut shapes to create snowflakes.

Mrs. Piccinetti's class tried to influence the Eagles to a win!

Ms. Fisher's class has been working hard reading every night for 15 minutes. These friends have read for 50 nights!

Mrs. Carnila’s class sharing Super Hero of the Week and working as a team.

Our 3rd grade scientists were busy investigating what happens when magnets interact with other magnets and various materials!

Third graders working on finding the area of irregular shapes.

Third grade students enjoyed choral reading and trying to stump each other with self-created text dependent questions.

Math Challenge is a program we participate in where students see how they can do on different types and levels of math problems. Run by the AE Teacher, Mrs. Morecz.

Feel free to explore with your kids!

Math Challenge Link - Neshaminy Elementary Schools

Students have been working on projects in Chrome Music Lab and sharing them with the class this week!

Tawanka students are improving their coordination, balance, flexibility, strength and endurance by doing fitness stations in the gym

Students are learning about patterns and form

4th Grade Mrs. Woltemate's class has been reviewing the 10 Dewey Decimal Categories in library! Ask your 4th grader which hundredth section is their

The next meeting of the PTO is February 4th at 10:00 at Tawanka. Please consider joining us to find out about exciting events going on here at Tawanka.

Keep an eye out for more information about the Harlem Wizards coming to Neshaminy this March!

SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED ON.......

• Martin Luther King Jr - 1/19
• February 13th - Early dismissal for teacher Professional Development
• President's Day - 2/16 & 2/17