Burgettstown Area School District

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• December 22-January 1: Holiday Break
• January 2: School Resumes
• January 17: End of Semester 1
• February 5: Full Act 80 Day- No School

It was quite a busy week as we prepared to head into the holiday break! Among the many activities, Mrs. Smith's Speech and Communications class performed a skit for students in grades K-2, Ms. Grubb's 4th grade students held a mock trial to determine whether the Grinch was innocent or guilty of larceny, breaking and entering, and impersonating a public figure (they found him innocent on two charges, guilty on one!), the chorus/band Winter Concert at the middle/high school was a well attended, Mr. Grove and the Media Club organized an impressive Winter Showcase (talent show) that featured both students and teachers (and even two retired teachers- thank you to Mrs. Froats and Ms. Ankley for joining us!), and so much more. There will be no Weekly Update next week, but we know our families will certainly take many pictures of the holiday festivities they experience. Our wish is that everyone creates wonderful new holiday memories in the coming days. Happy Holidays!

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