Peirce Pride
Weekly update for Peirce Middle School
Dear Peirce Families,
Thank you for all your help last week. We had a great turnout at both the 6th Grade Social, a Rita's Water Ice fundraiser, and picture day went very well. For any students that missed picture day (or want to have them taken again), retakes will take place on Thursday, November 14 over the lunch periods.
This week at Peirce, we will recognize our maintenance and custodial staff on Wednesday, October 2 as part of National Custodians Day. Mr. Estes and Mr. Rodriquez, our daytime custodians, are incredibly responsive to the needs of the students and staff and make every effort to ensure the building operates at a high level and we are fortunate to have them as part of our team. Additionally, our nighttime custodians do excellent job making sure our classrooms, bathrooms, and hallways are cleaned each night for the next school day. We are appreciative of their dedication to the school as well.
Lastly, on Thursday, October 3, there is no school for students (Rosh Hashanah Holiday).
News and Notes from Peirce Middle School
6th Grade Intramural Soccer to start in October
Peirce will hold the first of our intramural sports this fall with 6th grade intramural soccer. The session will be broken up into two groups (Girls and Boys) with each group meeting for five sessions. The girls' session will begin on Tuesday, October 1 (3:00-4:45 pm) The boys' session will begin on Wednesday, October 9 (3:00-4:45 pm). Students should complete the permission form and return it to the main office or Dr. DiAntonio at Lunch. Students will meet in the gym for their first meeting date. Student pick-up will take place at the flagpole in the front of the school promptly at 4:45 p.m. each day. Any questions should be directed to Mr. Berkes (aberkes@wcasd.k12.pa.us).
Online order for the 2024-2025 Peirce Yearbook is now open
The online order for the 2024-2025 Peirce Middle School yearbook is open now through Friday, April 4. Please see the attached flyer with the link and ordering details. The cost of the book is $20.
Mrs. Garratty is running low on student clothing for the nurse's office this fall. This items are used when students need to change mid-day. Please see the attached flyer for more information or reach out to Mrs. Garraty at bgarraty@wcasd.net.
Chess Club to start on Wednesday, September 25
Chess Club will begin on Wednesday, September 25 and run through Wednesday, December 18. Each session will meet in the Peirce library from 3:00-4:15 pm. Students should return the attached permission form to Mr. Allen in room G 102. Any questions may be directed to Mr. Allen at nallen@wcasd.k12.pa.us.
Math Club to start on Monday, October 14
Math Club will meet every other Monday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. in B 109. The first meeting date will be Monday, October 14. Any questions may be directed to Mr. Dummeldinger at mdummeldinger@wcasd.k12.pa.us. No sign up is required.
Attendance 101
Questions about attendance? Please see the attached document below that outlines our attendance policies and procedures. Questions may be directed to Ms. Hill (Shill@wcasd.net).
Message from Mr. Fitch-Henderson High School Athletic Events and Ticket Information
Attending a Henderson High School athletic event this fall? Please see some important updates regarding spectator admission to events that require an admission fee, as well as guidelines for attending all Henderson athletic events. Please note, Henderson High School will no longer accept cash sales for admission into Henderson Athletic contests. Please see below for important information regarding this change.
Community Information and opportunities
Padres Latinos fall meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 2 at Henderson High School
Padres Latinos support group will meet on Wednesday, October 2 at 6:30 p.m. in room 158 at Henderson high School. Pizza and activities for school-aged children will be provided free of charge. The month's topic is navigating Parent Portal.
Strengthening Families to start their fall session on Wednesday, October 16
Strengthening families program for parents and youth (10-14) will begin their fall session on Wednesday, October 16 at Henderson High School. Please see the attached flyer for additional details.
YMCA to Offer Free Memberships to 7th Grade Students
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine is offering a free membership to any student in 7th grade. Please access the link here for additional information.
Henderson Volleyball to hold youth volleyball clinic on Thursday, October 3
Henderson Volleyball will host a youth volleyball clinic (grades 4-8) from 9:00-11:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 3 in the Henderson gymnasium. The cost is $40 and students may sign up by clicking here. Any questions may be directed to Coach Neff at Gretaneff@gmail.com.
Calendar Look Ahead
Monday, September 30 Day 6
Tuesday, October 1: Day 1
Wednesday, October 2: Day 2
Thursday, October 3: No School
Friday, October 4: Day 3
Important School Contacts
Peirce Contacts for 2024-20245
Main Office, 484-266-2500
Dr. Joseph DiAntonio, Principal (6th Grade) 484-266-2501 jdiantonio@wcasd.net
Mr. Christian Agudelo, Interim assistant Principal (7th grade) 484-266-2503 cagudelo@wcasd.net
Dr. Judy Maxwell, Assistant Principal (8th grade) 484-266-2502 jkmaxwell@wcasd.net
Counselors and Specialists
Mrs. Lauren Gibb, Counselor, 6th Grade) 484-266-2511 lgibb@wcasd.net
Mrs. Beata Starr, Counselor (7th grade) 484-266-2512 bstarr@wcasd.net
Mrs. Stephanie Roesener, Counselor (8th grade) 484-266-2513 sroesener@wcasd.net
Ms. Akieda Behlin, Intervention Specialist 484-266-2520 abehlin@wcasd.net
Mrs. Brittany Garraty, Nurse 484-266-2506 bgarraty@wcasd.net
Mrs. Natalie Corcimiglia, Caseworker 484-266 2526 ncorcimiglia@wcasd.net
Mr. Chris Beatty, Athletic Director 484-266-2525 cbeatty@wcasd.net
If you have any questions or cannot access the information for any reason, please call the Peirce Main Office at 484-266-2500.
Dr. Joseph DiAntonio, Principal
Email: jdiantonio@wcasd.net
Website: https://www.wcasd.net/Domain/707
Location: 1314 Burke Road, West Chester, PA, USA
Phone: 484-266-2501
Twitter: @PeircePride