The Bucks County Intermediate Unit Mobile Fab Lab made its third QCSD stop of the year at Neidig Elementary School this week. These 3rd grade students recently learned about the continents in their classroom and had the chance to code their robot Finch around the world. #BucksFabLab #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
QCSD is hosting a virtual Federal Program Parent Info Session on Oct. 21 at 4:45 p.m. The session will include topics such as: professional development, stem opportunities, parent engagement and budget expenditures. For more information, click here: https://5il.co/2z5i5
Last week, Pam Alderfer and Megan Menszak, from Neidig Elementary, planned and organized a collection of supplies at the school to support a local business that was collecting donations for those affected by recent hurricanes. Thank you to Pam and Megan for their efforts, compassion and community inspiration. #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Registration is open for Quakertown Youth Girls Basketball Team for those in grades 2-6. The league is designed to teach the fundamentals of the game of basketball. Dribbling, shooting, pivoting, rebounding, passing, and proper footwork are all needed to play the game properly. Register your child here: https://form.jotform.com/242423825985162 #WeAreQCSD #QCSDProud
Quakertown Community School District is launching a Parent University for parents and guardians who want to get the most out of their children's education. Join us for the first one on Oct. 9. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/s60PE #WeAreQCSD #QCSDProud
Quakertown Community School District is honored to be selected to join the Digital Promise's League of Innovative Schools, a network of more than 150 districts across 34 states that represent the most innovative leaders and systems in education! Learn more: https://shorturl.at/u2on9 #DPLIS #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
In observance of Rosh Hashanah, Quakertown Community School District schools will be closed Thursday, Oct. 3. Schools will resume Friday, Oct. 4. #WeAreQCSD
Happy October 1, QCSD! As a friendly reminder every student has access to one free breakfast and one free lunch at no cost, ensuring that all our children receive nutritious meals each day without any financial burden on families. This initiative is designed to support our students' health and academic performance by removing barriers to accessing healthy food. A second meal and snacks can be provided if the student has funds in their account.
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The Bucks County Intermediate Unit Mobile Fab Lab made its first stop of the school year at Trumbauersville Elementary School this week. With an emphasis on STEAM, 5th grade students were focused on digital fabrication experiences while 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students were focused on exposure experiences. #BucksFabLab #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
With plans to study engineering in college, QCHS senior Jaxon Torres is taking his studies to the next level through the creation of a door lock block plate. The project is part of the Career Pathways program at the high school which prepares students to positively contribute to and lead a competitive global workforce. Read about Jaxon and his project here: https://shorturl.at/VGCFn #PantherPride #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Fun Friday night at Alumni Field as Panther football overcame a 28-point deficit to clinch a 35-34 victory over Souderton! QCSD Superintendent Dr. Matthew Friedman also jumped into the action to conduct the Panther Marching Band. #PantherPride #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Thank you to all our QCSD elementary and middle school teachers and administrators for a great week engaging the #RIASEC language into career conversations with our students. Special thank you to Ed Hidalgo and Steve Regur for spending the week in the district to see the great work being done to develop a culture of career curiosity among our students and staff. #ConnectTheWork #QCSDProud
The Pennsylvania Positive Behavior Support Network has recognized several schools in the QCSD for exceptional implementation of School-Wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports during the 2023-24 school year. Full story here: https://shorturl.at/Hlkkr #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Last week, a parent recently shared a social media post on Strayer Middle School students who welcomed her son, a new student, to join them at their lunch table. Dairy Queen saw the post and gave $10 gift cards to all involved. QCSD and Strayer administrators are proud of our students' demonstration of community and kindness. #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
QCHS celebrates its six students who earned the AP Capstone Diploma and its two students who earned the AP Seminar and Research Certificate during the 2023-24 school year. FULL STORY HERE: https://shorturl.at/WT18F #PantherPride #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
QCHS takes on Bensalem in its annual Quakertown Midget Football Association (QMFA) game at Alumni Field. Thank you to the National Guard for their support this evening and to our future Panthers in football and cheerleading. @QCHSAthletics #PantherPride #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce is hosting "Biz & Brews" on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at The Proper Brewing Company to benefit Quakertown Community Education Foundation (QCEF). The event will feature free apps, cash bar & a 50/50 or raffle to support QCEF. RSVP today!
QCSD recently held an English Language Development Family Resource Night, an event designed to support the district’s multilingual families. The event was a tremendous success, bringing together community organizations and resources. Read more here: https://shorturl.at/FbEev
Congrats to Quakertown Community High School on being named a PIAA District I "Sportsmanship: The Only Piece Missing Is You!" recipient for the 2023-24 athletic season. QCSD Director of Athletics and Activities, Brian Laiacona, accepted the award on behalf of QCHS at Jeffersonville Golf Club Wednesday morning. #PantherPride #QCSDProud #WeAreQCSD
Quakertown Community High School’s (QCHS) counselors are hosting three Parent Information Nights (two for the senior class and one for the junior class) to provide parents and guardians guidance and advice for their students’ next steps and timelines in the college application process. Click here for more information: https://quakertowncsdpa.sites.thrillshare.com/article/1756503