
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:
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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


Dr. Bubser will be an incredible leader of our QE Community! We can't wait to see her action on August 25th! Get to know your new Principal, Dr. Jennifer Bubser.
#PantherPride #QCSDProud #quakertownelementary
#PantherPride #QCSDProud #quakertownelementary


Join Dr. Friedman on a Journey Through Panther Nation!
Step into the heart of our school district with Superintendent Dr. Friedman as your guide. Through his regularly updated blog, Dr. Friedman offers an inside look at the dynamic world of the QCSD—from exciting district-wide initiatives to everyday classroom successes.
Celebrate the achievements of our incredible students, stay informed on important developments, and discover the stories that make our community so special. Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, Dr. Friedman’s blog is your window into the spirit, progress, and pride of our schools.
Stay connected. Stay inspired. Welcome to the journey!
Click here: https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Step into the heart of our school district with Superintendent Dr. Friedman as your guide. Through his regularly updated blog, Dr. Friedman offers an inside look at the dynamic world of the QCSD—from exciting district-wide initiatives to everyday classroom successes.
Celebrate the achievements of our incredible students, stay informed on important developments, and discover the stories that make our community so special. Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, Dr. Friedman’s blog is your window into the spirit, progress, and pride of our schools.
Stay connected. Stay inspired. Welcome to the journey!
Click here: https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog


Mark Your Calendars:
The QCSD Board of School Directors has called a special meeting on HR Personnel Items via Zoom for Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The Board Community Room will be open to the public to view the meeting and to make public comments. The already scheduled Finance and Facilities Committee Meetings that were scheduled to begin at 5:15 PM, will immediately follow the Special Called Board Meeting. The meeting will be held at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951.
Thank you! We hope you can join us!
#QCSDProud #qcsd #QCSDBoard
The QCSD Board of School Directors has called a special meeting on HR Personnel Items via Zoom for Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 5:30 PM. The Board Community Room will be open to the public to view the meeting and to make public comments. The already scheduled Finance and Facilities Committee Meetings that were scheduled to begin at 5:15 PM, will immediately follow the Special Called Board Meeting. The meeting will be held at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951.
Thank you! We hope you can join us!
#QCSDProud #qcsd #QCSDBoard


Ready to go "Back-to-School" Shopping? Check your school website homepage and live feed for a link to get your list downloaded! Or just click below:
Neidig ES: https://nes.qcsd.org/o/nes/page/supply-lists
Pfaff ES: https://pes.qcsd.org/o/pes/page/supply-lists
QE: https://qes.qcsd.org/o/qes/page/school-supply-lists
Richland: https://res.qcsd.org/o/res/page/supply-lists
Trumbauersville: https://www.qcsd.org/o/tes/page/student-supply-lists
SGC: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4418/SGC/5877436/25-26_Supply_List_-_English.pdf
Strayer: https://www.qcsd.org/o/tes/page/student-supply-lists
Neidig ES: https://nes.qcsd.org/o/nes/page/supply-lists
Pfaff ES: https://pes.qcsd.org/o/pes/page/supply-lists
QE: https://qes.qcsd.org/o/qes/page/school-supply-lists
Richland: https://res.qcsd.org/o/res/page/supply-lists
Trumbauersville: https://www.qcsd.org/o/tes/page/student-supply-lists
SGC: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4418/SGC/5877436/25-26_Supply_List_-_English.pdf
Strayer: https://www.qcsd.org/o/tes/page/student-supply-lists


Greetings Panther Families:
Back-to-school is almost here - and we need your help! All QCSD Families must complete the following online registration for your returning student(s).
This process should take between 20-30 minutes.
If you have more than one student enrolled in the District, you must enter a unique snapcode to begin each of their registrations.
Additionally, if your student is an incoming kindergarten student or new to QCSD, we understand that you have recently completed the New Student registration form. Please use this form as a way to update any needed information prior to the beginning of school to ensure that we have the most accurate contact information for your child.
Thank you for your assistance in ensuring we have up-to-date information for your family. Please complete your student's online Returning Student Registration as soon as possible to ensure we can finalize class lists, building placements, and district transportation in a timely fashion.
Back-to-school is almost here - and we need your help! All QCSD Families must complete the following online registration for your returning student(s).
This process should take between 20-30 minutes.
If you have more than one student enrolled in the District, you must enter a unique snapcode to begin each of their registrations.
Additionally, if your student is an incoming kindergarten student or new to QCSD, we understand that you have recently completed the New Student registration form. Please use this form as a way to update any needed information prior to the beginning of school to ensure that we have the most accurate contact information for your child.
Thank you for your assistance in ensuring we have up-to-date information for your family. Please complete your student's online Returning Student Registration as soon as possible to ensure we can finalize class lists, building placements, and district transportation in a timely fashion.


College Application Boot Camp Sign-Up!!
No push-ups or marching involved—just a great opportunity to get started or make real progress on your college applications!
Mr. Gozzard will be available in the QCHS Library on August 6th and 11th, working with students in small groups of 5.
Click here to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48ABAA23A2F49-57609447-college#/
No push-ups or marching involved—just a great opportunity to get started or make real progress on your college applications!
Mr. Gozzard will be available in the QCHS Library on August 6th and 11th, working with students in small groups of 5.
Click here to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48ABAA23A2F49-57609447-college#/


Please join us in welcoming our new Principal of Strayer Middle School, Dr. Matthew Crater! Join us Wednesday, July 30th for a Meet & Greet from 3pm - 5pm! Ask questions and get to know our new #StrayerStrong Leader


Free Immunization Clinic - August 21st
QCSD is running an immunization clinic on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 5-8 pm at Quakertown Community High School. If your child has insurance, the clinic can submit the immunization to their insurance company. If your child is uninsured, they can receive the immunization at no cost.
QCSD is running an immunization clinic on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 5-8 pm at Quakertown Community High School. If your child has insurance, the clinic can submit the immunization to their insurance company. If your child is uninsured, they can receive the immunization at no cost.


Thank you St. Luke's University Health Network for providing the Summer Meals Program to children and teens, ages 18 and younger at NO COST!
No sign-up or ID necessary. Fridays are weekend bag days, where children are provided a bag of non-perishable food.



Congratulations to Superintendent Dr. Matthew Friedman, Ed.D for being selected for the 2025-2026 Google GSV Education Innovation Fellowship!
The Fellowship is fueled by a collaboration between GSV and Google for Education, bringing together top-level instructional district leaders who are committed to leveraging technology to transform education. This fellowship will not only grow Quakertown Community School District's technological advances, but will help us lead the way into the future of education! Congratulations Dr. Friedman!
GSV Ventures ASU+GSV Summit Google #GoogleforEducation #QCSDProud #QuakertownCommunitySchoolDistrict


The Quakertown Community School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Superintendent Dr. Matthew Friedman as one of the Pennsylvania Representatives on the 2025 - 2026 AASA Governing Board! AASA serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill, and as one of Pennsylvania’s Representatives, Dr. Friedman will ensure Pennsylvania schools have a voice within AASA decision-making. To learn more visit:
https://www.qcsd.org/article/2240657


Looking for the perfect gift for your graduate? Get them a "Class of 2025" sweatshirt!
Our Merchandise Shop closes on 6/03!
Click here to get yours:
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Class of 2025 Graduation Details! Click here to download all our Senior Happenings!
https://hs.qcsd.org/o/qchs/article/2213527
