The holiday season is a time for connection and community — and the Quakertown Community School District is proud to offer support for families through its upcoming Holiday Resource Night, hosted by the district’s social workers.
Join us on Wednesday, November 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Quakertown Community High School Commons Area for an evening dedicated to helping QCSD families access valuable resources and assistance for the holidays and beyond.
To learn more, click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/article/2490570
November "Ask a Therapist" Live - 11.11.25 at 8pm
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register:
https://tinyurl.com/243r9vbe
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register:
https://tinyurl.com/243r9vbe
Winter Sports are HERE!
It’s time to hit the court, the mat, and the ice—registration for High School and Middle School Winter Sports is now OPEN!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action, represent your school, and make this season unforgettable.
Sign up today and get ready to compete, connect, and bring your Panther pride:
https://shorturl.at/zN4dy
It’s time to hit the court, the mat, and the ice—registration for High School and Middle School Winter Sports is now OPEN!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action, represent your school, and make this season unforgettable.
Sign up today and get ready to compete, connect, and bring your Panther pride:
https://shorturl.at/zN4dy
Calling All QCSD Artists!
It’s time for the QCSD Holiday Card Art Contest!
We’re looking for three festive designs — one each from our elementary, middle, and high school students — that capture the joy and spirit of the holiday season in Quakertown!
Winning artwork will be featured on the official QCSD Holiday Card sent to families, staff, and community partners!
Deadline: Friday, November 21st by 5 PM
Show your creativity, spread some cheer, and make your mark this holiday season!
Click here to enter: https://forms.gle/MqU9aWWMoxN3uUFo6
It’s time for the QCSD Holiday Card Art Contest!
We’re looking for three festive designs — one each from our elementary, middle, and high school students — that capture the joy and spirit of the holiday season in Quakertown!
Winning artwork will be featured on the official QCSD Holiday Card sent to families, staff, and community partners!
Deadline: Friday, November 21st by 5 PM
Show your creativity, spread some cheer, and make your mark this holiday season!
Click here to enter: https://forms.gle/MqU9aWWMoxN3uUFo6
FAFSA Application Completion Night - October 30th
FAFSA Completion Night!
The 2026-2027 college/trade school financial aid application season is well underway! Seniors and their parent/guardian can now complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is essential for accessing most federal and state financial aid for higher education. To get started, simply click the link below:
https://studentaid.gov/
Important Note: Please ensure you're completing the 2026-2027 FAFSA (not the 2025-2026 form).
Most families will be able to navigate the FAFSA process independently. However, if you encounter any special circumstances, confusion, or obstacles, the QCHS Future Readiness Center will host a FAFSA Completion Night on October 30th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. This event provides a dedicated time to work on your FAFSA application using the school's computers or your own laptop. A financial aid expert from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Access Agency (PHEAA) will be on hand to help guide you through the process if needed.
Please note: This is a work session and not a presentation. If you plan to attend, be sure to register in advance using this LINK so we can prepare for the number of families attending.
Before starting the FAFSA, both the student and the parent/guardian will need to create a studentaid.gov account at Studentaid.gov
Please complete this 1-3 days before attending this event.
Not sure which parent needs to fill out the FAFSA form? Click on this LINK to find out: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm_D7l7vgy4bi3Ov1NpuVmLo0wKXipmu-5x90xPVQqtqvhGA/viewform?usp=dialog
For additional questions or more information, feel free to reach out to:
Mr. Gozzard, QCHS Future Readiness Coordinator: egozzard@qcsd.org
The Financial Aid Office at any college where your child has applied
QCHS Financial Aid Information Page: Financial Aid Info
FAFSA Completion Night!
The 2026-2027 college/trade school financial aid application season is well underway! Seniors and their parent/guardian can now complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is essential for accessing most federal and state financial aid for higher education. To get started, simply click the link below:
https://studentaid.gov/
Important Note: Please ensure you're completing the 2026-2027 FAFSA (not the 2025-2026 form).
Most families will be able to navigate the FAFSA process independently. However, if you encounter any special circumstances, confusion, or obstacles, the QCHS Future Readiness Center will host a FAFSA Completion Night on October 30th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. This event provides a dedicated time to work on your FAFSA application using the school's computers or your own laptop. A financial aid expert from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Access Agency (PHEAA) will be on hand to help guide you through the process if needed.
Please note: This is a work session and not a presentation. If you plan to attend, be sure to register in advance using this LINK so we can prepare for the number of families attending.
Before starting the FAFSA, both the student and the parent/guardian will need to create a studentaid.gov account at Studentaid.gov
Please complete this 1-3 days before attending this event.
Not sure which parent needs to fill out the FAFSA form? Click on this LINK to find out: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm_D7l7vgy4bi3Ov1NpuVmLo0wKXipmu-5x90xPVQqtqvhGA/viewform?usp=dialog
For additional questions or more information, feel free to reach out to:
Mr. Gozzard, QCHS Future Readiness Coordinator: egozzard@qcsd.org
The Financial Aid Office at any college where your child has applied
QCHS Financial Aid Information Page: Financial Aid Info
Tonight is the Quakertown Homecoming Game vs. the Chester High School Clippers
Details:
Time: 7pm
Date: 10/24/25
Where: Alumni Stadium—700 Park Ave, Quakertown, PA 18951
Livestream from home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDiJxkH1Ybk
Tickets are $5 Cash Only (Middle School Students and up).
Schedule:
5:00pm Field Available for Warm Ups
6:00pm Ticket Gates Open for Spectators
6:30pm End of Warm Ups
6:35pm QCHS Band Perform
6:50pm National Anthem
6:55pm Coin Toss
7:00pm Kick Off
Halftime:
20 minutes - Extended Halftime for Homecoming Court
Details:
Time: 7pm
Date: 10/24/25
Where: Alumni Stadium—700 Park Ave, Quakertown, PA 18951
Livestream from home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDiJxkH1Ybk
Tickets are $5 Cash Only (Middle School Students and up).
Schedule:
5:00pm Field Available for Warm Ups
6:00pm Ticket Gates Open for Spectators
6:30pm End of Warm Ups
6:35pm QCHS Band Perform
6:50pm National Anthem
6:55pm Coin Toss
7:00pm Kick Off
Halftime:
20 minutes - Extended Halftime for Homecoming Court
Tell us what you think of our school nutrition program! Please take a quick survey and let us know what you think. It is the goal of our Foodservice Management Company, Whitsons Culinary Group, to Enhance Life One Meal At A Time,™ and they value your opinion and strive to make continuous improvements to better serve the school community.
Our surveys are set to go live October 20 through October 31, and will consist of the following questions!
Click here to take the survey:
https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi
Our surveys are set to go live October 20 through October 31, and will consist of the following questions!
Click here to take the survey:
https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi
Ask a Therapist LIVE - Tuesday, October 21st
The Quakertown Community School District is proud to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and ParentGuidance.org to provide QCSD families with free monthly mental health resources. Caregivers have access to virtual trainings designed to offer guidance and support on important and often difficult topics such as depression, suicide, and bullying.
On Tuesday, October 21st join us online at 8pm for "Ask a Therapist LIVE" -
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register click below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XZ8q5-PSQ42YrLuXbvFJIw#/registration
The Quakertown Community School District is proud to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and ParentGuidance.org to provide QCSD families with free monthly mental health resources. Caregivers have access to virtual trainings designed to offer guidance and support on important and often difficult topics such as depression, suicide, and bullying.
On Tuesday, October 21st join us online at 8pm for "Ask a Therapist LIVE" -
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register click below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XZ8q5-PSQ42YrLuXbvFJIw#/registration
This Thursday, October 23rd—Join us at the QCSD administrative building for our monthly School Board Meeting at 7pm. All members of the Quakertown community and QCSD community are welcome!
These meetings provide a great opportunity to:
Stay informed about district initiatives, budget decisions, curriculum changes, and upcoming projects that impact students and schools.
Have a voice by offering public comment, sharing feedback, and asking questions that can influence priorities and decisions.
Build trust and transparency by seeing firsthand how Board members discuss issues, make decisions, and address community concerns.
Support students and staff by showing engagement in their education and the policies that affect their daily experiences.
Strengthen the community by fostering collaboration and shared understanding among families, educators, and district leaders.
Mark your calendars and please join us in person or online. Please visit to watch past and current board meetings:
https://www.youtube.com/@qcsdboard4511
These meetings provide a great opportunity to:
Stay informed about district initiatives, budget decisions, curriculum changes, and upcoming projects that impact students and schools.
Have a voice by offering public comment, sharing feedback, and asking questions that can influence priorities and decisions.
Build trust and transparency by seeing firsthand how Board members discuss issues, make decisions, and address community concerns.
Support students and staff by showing engagement in their education and the policies that affect their daily experiences.
Strengthen the community by fostering collaboration and shared understanding among families, educators, and district leaders.
Mark your calendars and please join us in person or online. Please visit to watch past and current board meetings:
https://www.youtube.com/@qcsdboard4511
The 56th Annual Quakertown Halloween Parade will take place this Sunday, October 19, at 2:00 PM, bringing festive fun and community spirit to downtown Quakertown. This beloved tradition will showcase a variety of local organizations, creative floats, and costumed participants. In addition to the excitement of the parade, attendees can look forward to a special appearance by the Quakertown Panther Marching Band, whose performance is always a highlight of the day, as well as our Senior Homecoming Court, proudly representing our high school. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community pride and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with family and friends.
THE DATE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21st!!
What to Expect:
This session will help families understand how math is taught across all grade levels (K-12). You'll learn about the strategies and curriculum used in our classrooms, and discover ways to support your child's growth and confidence in math at home, and have the chance to ask questions directly to our educators.
Hosted by: Quakertown Community School District, Office of Teaching & Learning
What to Expect:
This session will help families understand how math is taught across all grade levels (K-12). You'll learn about the strategies and curriculum used in our classrooms, and discover ways to support your child's growth and confidence in math at home, and have the chance to ask questions directly to our educators.
Hosted by: Quakertown Community School District, Office of Teaching & Learning
Join us tonight, Monday, October 6th at the QCSD Administrative Building for our monthly Education and Policy Committee Meeting at 5:15pm. The building is located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or you can join us online at:
https://www.youtube.com/live/MeprRh5Et0k?si=FqZcXMpzVXGTYafg
Happy October, Panther Nation:
This week’s edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman highlights several important topics for our QCSD community. We celebrate Principal Appreciation Month, recognizing the dedication and leadership of our school principals, and how you can share words of thanks with them; exciting updates on academic programs and community partnerships that are helping to enrich our learning opportunities for our students. And finally, practical guidance on protecting your child’s device from damage, ensuring students can safely and effectively use technology to support their learning.
Click here to read more:
https://secure.smore.com/n/xrwp5
This week’s edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman highlights several important topics for our QCSD community. We celebrate Principal Appreciation Month, recognizing the dedication and leadership of our school principals, and how you can share words of thanks with them; exciting updates on academic programs and community partnerships that are helping to enrich our learning opportunities for our students. And finally, practical guidance on protecting your child’s device from damage, ensuring students can safely and effectively use technology to support their learning.
Click here to read more:
https://secure.smore.com/n/xrwp5
Please join us for our monthly QCSD Board Meeting, Wednesday, September 24th at 7pm at the QCSD Administrative Building, located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or join us online at:
https://youtube.com/live/prfJrVo9r8c?feature=share
https://youtube.com/live/prfJrVo9r8c?feature=share
Reminder! There is no school tomorrow, Tuesday, September 23rd in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
We will see you on Wednesday, September 24th!
We will see you on Wednesday, September 24th!
Welcome to the First Edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman
I’m excited to introduce the very first edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman—a weekly snapshot highlighting five key things happening across the Quakertown Community School District that we want you to know.
This newsletter is designed to keep our staff, families, and community members connected and informed about the incredible work taking place in our schools. Each week, you’ll find five quick, meaningful updates featuring student achievements, upcoming events, important announcements, and the innovative ways our teachers and staff are making a difference.
Strong communication and transparency are essential to building trust and strengthening our Panther community. Take 5 is one way we can stay aligned while celebrating what makes QCSD such a special place for learning and growth.
Thank you for reading and for partnering with us in this important work. Together, let’s make this school year one of our best yet!
Click here to view: https://secure.smore.com/n/daunh
Yours in Education,
Dr. Matthew Friedman, Ed. D.
Superintendent of Schools
I’m excited to introduce the very first edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman—a weekly snapshot highlighting five key things happening across the Quakertown Community School District that we want you to know.
This newsletter is designed to keep our staff, families, and community members connected and informed about the incredible work taking place in our schools. Each week, you’ll find five quick, meaningful updates featuring student achievements, upcoming events, important announcements, and the innovative ways our teachers and staff are making a difference.
Strong communication and transparency are essential to building trust and strengthening our Panther community. Take 5 is one way we can stay aligned while celebrating what makes QCSD such a special place for learning and growth.
Thank you for reading and for partnering with us in this important work. Together, let’s make this school year one of our best yet!
Click here to view: https://secure.smore.com/n/daunh
Yours in Education,
Dr. Matthew Friedman, Ed. D.
Superintendent of Schools
Do you have a student success story? Know an amazing teacher? Or a staff member that knocks it out of the ballpark? We want to hear from YOU! Share your #PantherPride story with us, and you could be featured in our next #PantherPride Post!
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDhBg8DScVAxc_6ZQjRqZaKdVODnLAzGTaUoGvg9y-Yl0yxA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMuuMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWT1FzTTFjR2p0MVB4VUx1AR4VVMsSDVPrd7infwLjyBw_JExa8yp_RDYf5iw1OhQALFUVKxRRQc_SNTcmFw_aem_2dbyvaYqtiPElLApuDpftQ
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDhBg8DScVAxc_6ZQjRqZaKdVODnLAzGTaUoGvg9y-Yl0yxA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMuuMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWT1FzTTFjR2p0MVB4VUx1AR4VVMsSDVPrd7infwLjyBw_JExa8yp_RDYf5iw1OhQALFUVKxRRQc_SNTcmFw_aem_2dbyvaYqtiPElLApuDpftQ
Parent Information Night on Tuesday, September 9th at 7:00 PM in the QPAC.
The topic for the evening is the College Application Process. We’ll cover important timelines, helpful tips, and step-by-step procedures to guide you and your student through this exciting journey. There will also be time for your questions throughout the session.
We hope you’ll join Mr. Gozzard, Mr. Breininger, and Ms. Conroy for this valuable and informative evening!
The topic for the evening is the College Application Process. We’ll cover important timelines, helpful tips, and step-by-step procedures to guide you and your student through this exciting journey. There will also be time for your questions throughout the session.
We hope you’ll join Mr. Gozzard, Mr. Breininger, and Ms. Conroy for this valuable and informative evening!
Please join us Wednesday, August 27th for our Monthly School Board Meeting. This meeting will be voting on the Quakertown Elementary School Project! Please join us at 7pm at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or tune in online at:
https://youtube.com/live/4byXIoFJ-1c?feature=share
To get up-to-date on the QE Project, click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/capital-projectsunpublished
and scroll down to "Quakertown Elementary Project" to view all the details from our recent Facilities Committee Meeting.
https://youtube.com/live/4byXIoFJ-1c?feature=share
To get up-to-date on the QE Project, click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/capital-projectsunpublished
and scroll down to "Quakertown Elementary Project" to view all the details from our recent Facilities Committee Meeting.
Start the school year off on the right note—read Dr. Friedman's latest blog post on "Setting the Tone for Success"
Click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
