PLEASE NOTE THAT A TEST OF OUR SNOW CALL SYSTEM FOR DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS WAS SENT ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23RD AT 6PM. IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE THE CALL AND WISH TO OR IF YOU WERE CALLED IN ERROR, PLEASE CONTACT DONNA HOLMES, 610-847-5131, EXT. 2401.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR VISUAL ARTS DEPARTMENT FOR THIS OUTSTANDING RECOGNITION!
The Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA) is proud to recognize schools and districts across the state of Pennsylvania for their commitment to visual arts education opportunities for all students PK-12.
Congratulations, Outstanding Visual Arts Community! Palisades is one of 26 districts in the state to receive this recognition!
Schools and districts receiving this endorsement demonstrated the importance of their visual arts programs during the 2019-2020 school year with:
Rigorous and Inclusive Programs: Arts programs demonstrated rigor using standards-based curriculum taught at every level by highly qualified and certified art educators.
Highly Accessible Programs: Art programs were offered to all students at every level of education with a sustainable budget for the visual arts.
Highly Visible Programs: Schools and districts identified their programmatic accomplishments, curriculum for all levels, art staff, mission statements, and arts events using their school websites and social media.
This is now the 3rd recognition we have received! Two of our other programs recognized in the past year are the World Language Program and our Music Program! Great work Palisades!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE HOMECOMING KING AND QUEEN: The queen, Elise Mitchell and the king, Garrett Modig. Beautiful photo! Thanks Mrs. Smigo!
Smigo Wins Colonial League Boys Cross Country Championship
Congratulations to Thomas Smigo (middle) who was crowned the Colonial League Boys Cross Country Champion. This is the second year in a row that Thomas ran his way to the championship.
Other Palisades runners who received medals were Mitch Campbell (left) who placed 10th in the Boys division and Sara Reguera (right) who placed 9th in the Girls division.
Both teams will compete next week in the District XI meet at Blue Mountain Ski Resort.
SAVANNAH WITT TAKES 2ND PLACE:
Exciting news from our Palisades female wrestler! Savannah Witt competed in USA Wrestling’s National Folkstyle Tour of America competition this past weekend in Wisconsin. Her PA Middle School Girls Team won 3rd in the team competition, and then Savannah finished 2nd place in the individual competition. She only lost one match all weekend - in the finals of individuals.
GET YOUR PIRATE GEAR:
The PHS School Store is run by the Entrepreneurship class at the High School. We sell a variety of Palisades merchandise from t-shirts and sweatshirts to hats and travel mugs. If you are interested in purchasing any Pirate gear, please visit our website at https://10178093.wixsite.com/mysite and fill out the google form to place an order! Parents, Guardians and Community members are more than welcome to purchase items and can pick them up after school. Thank you for your support!
COVID GUIDELINES BOOKLET FOR FAMILIES AND STAFF ATTACHED - VERSION 1: This is a concise booklet covering our guidelines based on our School Board Approved Health and Safety Plan. Updates will be made as necessary.
MORE ABOUT COVID AND HALLOWEEN GUIDELINES: From the Bucks County Department of Health - Halloween from the DOH
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PALISADES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION COAT DRIVE:
Please drop off your gently used, clean coats at any school location by October 28th. The coats will be distributed on Saturday, October 31st in front of the high school from 9AM until noon. Any trick-or-treaters will receive a special Halloween treat!
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD! Thank you in advance for supporting PCF and our Coat Drive!
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE FIREFIGHTERS AT OTTSVILLE FIRE CO. - MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT FROM THE STUDENTS AT DURHAM NOCKAMIXON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!
UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS: All board meeting agendas are posted on Board Docs - https://go.boarddocs.com/pa/pali/Board.nsf/Public under the “meetings” tab.
Here is the schedule for upcoming virtual School Board (Regular and Committee) Meetings:
10/28/20 - Facilities Committee 6:30PM (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 354 632 596 9801#
10/28/20 - Athletics Committee 7:30PM (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 529 820 857 7543#
11/4/20 - Policies Committee 5:30PM
11/4/20 - Regular School Board Meeting 7PM
11/11/20 - Education Programs and Services Committee 6:30PM
11/18/20 - Regular School Board Meeting 7PM
11/25/20 - Facilities Committee 6:30PM
11/25/20 - Athletic Committee 7:30PM
CALENDAR INFO - LOOKING AHEAD - Updated Calendar Page
10/28/20 – Half Day for Students/In-Service PM
11/3/20 - Student Holiday/In-Service Day
11/23/20 - Virtual School Day for ALL Students
11/24/20 - Virtual Half-Day (AM) for ALL Students/Conferences (PM)
11/25/20 - No School for Students/Conferences
11/26 and 11/27/20 - Student/Staff Holiday-Offices Closed
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL ANNOUNCES: Safe2Say Something Poster Contest
WE HAVE STARTED TO COMMUNICATE USING UPDATED STUDENT INFORMATION ONLY! This is a system change between our student information system and our communications system. If you have NOT completed your Returning Student Registration Form, you will NOT be able to receive communications from our district as a result of a software update between the two systems. This update will affect ALL communications from the district and buildings. Please complete your Returning Student Registration Form today!
Problems or need a snapcode, please contact Donna Holmes at 610-847-5131, ext. 2401
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Locations Flyer Drive Up 9.14.20_FINAL.pdf
Rx Take Back Packet for Schools Oct. 24, 2020.pdf
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HERE ARE THE RULES:
1: Contest open to Tinicum Township residents age 12 and under.
2: Pumpkins of all colors, sizes and shapes are allowed, but must be real pumpkins, and must be carved.
3: All pumpkins must have your registration number on them to be judged. Participant is responsible for having the correct registration number on their pumpkin.
4: Pumpkins can be registered at Wehrung's Monday, October 26 through Thursday, October 29 during store hours. Please go to cashier area inside the store to fill out registration form & use a marker to put the number on the pumpkin. Then place the pumpkins on the hardscaping area outside to the right as you exit the store.
5: If you wish to light your pumpkin, flameless lights are the only acceptable method. Anything that produces a flame will be removed from the pumpkin.
6: The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners will be notified by 7pm Friday, October 30.
7: Pumpkins must be picked up and removed from Wehrung's between 3:00 pm Friday, Oct. 30 & noon Saturday Oct. 31. If not picked up they will be thrown away. :(
Chick-fil-A cares for their community, but also cares just as much for their employees. Some may make Chick-fil-A a lifelong career, while others may use Chick-fil-A as a stepping stone on their road to success. Read this month's newsletter to find out how one young man used a job at his local Chick-fil-A to propel him into his future career. Whether it is giving employees scholarships, or encouraging them to fulfill their life-long dreams, Chick-fil-A is always looking for ways to help their employees make a difference in the world they live in.
Chick-fil-A is looking for YOU! Here are just some of the opportunities that we have to offer: Customer Service and Kitchen Team Members Apply today at cfaquakertown.careerplug.com!
Have a fantastic day!
The Recruitment Team at Chick-fil-A Quakertown
CAREER OPPORTUNITY SHREINER TREE CARE:
Interns at Shreiner Tree Care work hard. Through their determination and grit, they are able to realize opportunities that are one-of-a-kind. This past summer, three interns participated and gained knowledge from our certified arborists. They gained real-world experience by working in a professional setting that aligns with their career goals. The students stated that the internships provided networking opportunities, experience with communicating in a business setting, and learning to balance a real workload; all will speak volumes to their character when they apply for jobs!
We are looking for that student that wants to be a part of a family where they can reach their potential and be the people they are meant to become. Send us your application and we’ll make decision promptly. Please let us know if you have questions by emailing us at [email protected] or by calling us at 610-265-6004. We’re happy to help!
Employment Application Schreiners.pdf