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EMERGENCY BROADBAND BENEFIT PROGRAM:
ATTENTION FAMILIES!  Please check out this link to see if you qualify to receive up to $50/month for INTERNET SERVICE during COVID - Internet Assistance


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PIRATE PRIDE!!! SHOUT OUTS AND ACCOLADES FOR OUR SCHOOLS AND STUDENTS! 

Dr. O'Connell and Senator Fitzpatrick

A VISIT TO UBCTS FROM CONGRESSMAN BRIAN FITZPATRICK:
This week, Dr. O'Connell (Superintendent of Record for the Tech School) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, visited the Upper Bucks County Technical School, where Fitzpatrick presented an American flag to the school.  Accepting the flag in the photo above is Dr. Herrera, Assistant Director of the UBCTS, along with Mrs. Megan Banis-Clemens, Vice Chair of the Joint Operating Committee.  Thank you to Congressman Fitzpatrick for his support of our students!


Check out where our senior students are going after graduation!

JUST IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...
U.S. News & World Report Names PHS a Top High School in the Nation

Last week, the U.S. News & World Report released their nationally, state-wide and regional high school rankings. Palisades High School is ranked in the top 2500 high schools in the country! We also are the highest ranked high school in Upper Bucks County!

Please click on the link to review all the rankings and other related information.

This recognition speaks to the outstanding work our students, faculty, staff and administration do on a daily basis, especially throughout the pandemic! 

Athlete of the Year

TRINITY WILLIAMS NAMED ATHLETE OF THE YEAR-FAN FAVORITE!

In addition to being named to the Class 3A Girls' All-State Basketball team, senior, Trinity Williams, was named Coordinated Health's Athlete of the Year-Fan Favorite along with Central Catholic football player Jayden Williams.  Congrats to them both, especially to our Pirate, Trinity!

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IN COVID NEWS...
PA HOVERS AT AROUND 35% OF ADULTS ARE FULLY VACCINATED...
To get yours, visit any one of these sites:


Vaccination Clinics
NOTE:  Pfizer vaccine available for youth 16 years of age and up.

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OUTDOOR FUN WITH OUR MUSIC DEPARTMENT:


Come to the PALMS Field Hockey Field for a LIVE and IN-PERSON Spring Cabaret on Tuesday, May 18th at 5PM! Various students will be sharing their vocal and instrumental talents for your enjoyment. 
This event is BYOC - bring your own chair (or blanket!). Each group attending will be seated appropriately distanced from other groups, and masks are to be worn by all patrons. 

You must reserve a spot to attend this free event! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/DXT7jVxJrkAdnMHu6 

*Please note: there will not be a restroom available at this event.* 

The rain date for this event is Thursday, May 20th.

Please contact Brittany Baumeister at [email protected] with any questions.

Once again, congratulations to our Music Department for being selected again this year for Best Communities for Music Education!!  Two years in a row!  What a great feather in the cap of our Music Department and this community for supporting music education!


Help Wanted


Nurse Non-Certificated for Summer Academy at Tinicum Elementary

Posted April 29, 2021

The Palisades School District is seeking a nurse non-certificated for the Tinicum Elementary Summer Academy Program.  The position is 2.5 hours/day (9:00 AM - 11:30 AM) from July 12 - August 13, 2021, and compensation is at $20/hour. This summer’s focus is reading intervention for selected students in grades K - 2 and will take place for five weeks on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings.  (There is no academy on Mondays or Fridays). 

Candidates must have a current PA Nurses License and CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.

Interested candidates should send via email: a letter of interest, resume, letters of recommendation, copy PA certifications, disclosure form(s) and clearances (must be current and dated within a year of start date: Act 24, 34, 114 and 151). Those interested in applying for the position should email their letter of interest to Ms. Janet Link, Principal at Tinicum Elementary, at [email protected] by May 10, 2021  EOE

Palisades requires a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment

Link to clearances: https://www.palisd.org/our_district/employment_opportunities/employment_forms_clearances/

 

Temporary - Summer Custodians

Posted: May 4, 2021

 

2-3 Temporary Summer Custodian Workers are needed to assist in the cleaning of all buildings over the 2021 summer break. Responsibilities include: cleaning of the bathrooms, classrooms, hallways and other rooms in all buildings, cleaning windows, emptying trash, and moving furniture and other school items throughout the buildings. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Candidates must be able to work well in a team environment and also work efficiently independently. Preference given to candidates with prior custodial experience.  Applicants must be 16 years of age or older. 

  

Positions to begin approximately June 14, 2021 through approximately August 20, 2021. The positions are 7.5 hours per day, day shift positions, Monday through Friday, with starting times varying from building to building. Flexibility on hours and days worked per week. Hourly rate: $12/hour. 


Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume and necessary clearances (must be current and dated within a year of start date:  Act 24, 34, 114 and 151) and disclosure form(s) to Alan Crouthamel at [email protected] by May 14, 2021.  Letters can be addressed to Alan Crouthamel, Director of Facilities.  If an applicant is under the age of 18, working papers are required before employment can begin.


All clearances and disclosure forms are available on the school’s website at:

https://www.palisd.org/our_district/employment_opportunities/employment_forms_clearances


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ONE MORE WEEK TO GO UNTIL THE PCF FAMILY FUN RUN:
PALISADES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION...CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITY!


REGISTER TODAY!  Palisades Community Foundation will be holding its Annual Family Fun Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, May 15th.  This year's run/walk will take place on the wooded Cross Country trail on the middle school property.  COVID safety protocols will be followed for this event. 

Register for the Run/Walk - Sign Up Today! 

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:

Debczak Wealth Management Group (of Wells Fargo Advisors)
Bloom Chiropractic
Vandergast Family in fond memory of Mr. James Kinsey "The Voice of Palisades"
Penn Community Bank
Swamp's Auto Works, Auto Body, Riverside Garage and Used Auto Parts
Carol C. Dorey Real Estate, Inc.
Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort
Crews Surveying, LLC
NAPA Auto Parts
Franconia Insurance and Financial Services
Mr. Michael Strickland, Realtor
Palisades Education Association
Snip in Thyme Hair Salon
Mr. Scott Freeman

Also, thanks to our partners in health and wellness from Lehigh Valley Health Network and Coordinated Health




Proceeds from this event benefit the Palisades community:  PCF Scholarships for students and support other school and community endeavors - Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Family Meals, classroom mini grants, and a special surprise for our Local First Responder Heroes!  Thank you for your consideration.  Questions? Please email [email protected]


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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE LEHIGH VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - Grant Funding Received (see link for press release) by Palisades Community Foundation to support our theatre programs at Palisades!  


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SUMMER CAMP AT PSD - REGISTER NOW...DON'T MISS THE FUN!

Palisades School District and the Upper Bucks YMCA are teaming up to provide a summer recreational camp for children (entering grades 1-6) in the district this summer!  Arts, crafts, outdoor games and swimming are just some of the activities that will be available at camp this summer!  The camp will be held at Palisades Middle School on Monday through Friday beginning on July 12th and running through August 13th.  Camp hours are 9AM until 3PM.  Before and after care will be available each day of camp for your convenience.

Links for Information and Registration:

Registration Flyer:  Palisades_CampBrochure2021 rev.pdf
Pricing Information:  palisades-registration-grid.pdf
YMCA Website Link to Program:  YMCA Website-Direct Link to Camp Bucks at PSD


Annual Golf Classic


FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR THE GOLF OUTING FLYER: 
SUPPORT PALISADES FOOTBALL - Annual Golf Classic


Field Hockey

Field Hockey Clinic - Grades 6-8th

The high school field hockey team is running a spring clinic.

When? May 11,13,18, 20, 25 & 27th. 

Where? Clinic will be held at the high school turf field from 2:30- 4PM.  Students will be able to take the bus over to the high school after dismissal, pick up will be at the high school turf. 

Fee: $30.00  $5 per session. 

Checks make payable to Palisades Sports Boosters

All proceeds go towards the high school field hockey team.

Players will learn the fundamentals of field hockey, play games and win prizes and learn the love of the game. Sticks will be provided if you do not have one, all covid procedures will be followed. 

To sign up please email Kim DeNato: 

Daughter’s name, grade 

Mail checks to 4710 Durham Road; Kintnersville, Pa 18930  Attention: Kim DeNato 

[email protected]  (Deadline May 7th ) 
girls soccer USE THIS LINK: GOOGLE FORM FOR REGISTRATION

Girls BB Clinic
Contact Coach Dietz to Register: [email protected]
Send payment to the Athletics Office at PHS; 35 Church Hill Road; Kintnersville, PA 18930

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UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS (All Virtual):

05/12/21 - Education Programs and Services Committee Meeting; 6:30PM - to join by phone, please dial: 1 614-686-0688;‬ PIN: ‪367 365 101‬#
05/17/21 - Fiscal Oversight Committee Meeting; 9AM
05/19/21 - Policy Committee Meeting; 5:30PM  CANCELLED
05/19/21 - Regular School Board Meeting; 7PM
05/20/21 - Joint Operating Committee Meeting; 8PM
05/26/21 - Facilities Committee Meeting; 6:30PM
06/01/21 - Athletics Committee Meeting; 6:30PM (please note this is a TUESDAY)

Public is encouraged to attend our School Board Meetings; use *6 to unmute when appropriate.

FROM OUR BUSINESS OFFICE:  Earned Income Tax Update

The Federal and State Income Tax Annual Return filing deadline was extended to May 17, 2021.  Keystone will accordingly not impose additional late filing penalty and interest to local taxpayers who file by May 17, 2021 so as to align the local filing deadline with the extended PA and the IRS filing deadlines.  

This extension does not apply to any other tax payments.  Employer filing deadlines for reporting payroll withholdings are not changed.  Similarly, quarterly estimates for 1st quarter 2021 have not been extended.  

Taxpayers contacting you with questions regarding the filing deadline should be directed to Keystone’s website, www.KeystoneCollects.com or to Keystone’s Taxpayer Services Department at (888) 328-0565. 


Palisades Cyber Academy

DID YOU KNOW...
Our cyber deans will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our Cyber Academy programs.  Please visit the link for Palisades Cyber Academy (PCA) under Our District for more information.  Thanks to everyone (currently in PCA) who kindly completed the recent survey for whether or not you will be returning to face to face instruction or remaining in PCA.  This was a tremendous help in planning for the upcoming school year.

Speaking of the upcoming school year (starting on August 30th), stay tuned for further discussion regarding the district's Health and Safety Plan as input is received from the Department of Health in the coming months.  You will be notified of changes/updates made.


ENROLLING FOR 2021-22 SCHOOL YEAR:  Students who are currently enrolled in a cyber charter school (not Palisades) and wish to enroll in the Palisades Cyber Academy or return for face to face instruction, please contact the Community Relations Office at 610-847-5131, ext. 2401 or email
[email protected]


REMINDER: If you would like to advocate for the proposed CYBER CHARTER FUNDING REFORM legislation (proposed cap $9500), please contact your legislators:   https://www.palisd.org/our_district/superintendent_s_office/legislation_advocacy/contact_your_legislator

 

Tennis Anyone
Register for Spring Community Tennis at PHS Courts: Click on this link for registration information - PSD BCTA 2021 Tennis Schedule.pdf

Silver Creek Events
Silver Creek Athletic Association Website


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PALISADES YOUTH SOCCER:

Palisades Youth Soccer Association Spring Update:
While our Spring Travel and Intramural programs are well underway, we're now planning for what comes next:

Fall Travel:  Birth Years 2013 and older.  Travel Tryouts will be held in Mid/Late May.  If interested in playing Travel Soccer with us this Fall, please fill out this brief Interest Form: https://pysanet.sportngin.com/register/form/244664975

Summer Intramural:  PYSA is offering a Summer Intramural Program for players born 2009-2018.  Sessions will be held weekly on Tuesday and Wednesday  from 6-7pm from late June through early August.   2018-2017 players will play once a week on Wednesday from 6-7pm, parent participation required.  To register: https://pysanet.sportngin.com/register/form/860917883

Questions? Email Nikki Bowen [email protected]

Scouting Promotion

Bucks Camp Expo

AREA BUSINESSES - HELP WANTED ADS FOR STUDENTS:


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Anderson Mechanical Corp. is looking for energetic, responsible students looking for a good paying summer job.  We do all aspects of heating and air conditioning work, as well as plumbing construction and service.

No experience is required.  Asking that our summer employees show up on time, and are willing to work in construction environments.  We will provide safety training, and instruction.  This employment opportunity will also offer the student a look into our industry as a potential career.   

If interested,  Please contact Kerry Anderson at 215-766-9890 to schedule an interview.

Jerry Fritz
SUMMER EMPLOYMENT:

Looking for summer work?  Jerry Fritz Garden Design is seeking to expand our team with hard working individuals.  We are an award winning landscape design & build firm, providing high quality landscape design and fine garden maintenance to our very loyal clients.  We are looking to fill positions on our landscape team, servicing our clients (not at the retail nursery, since Linden Hill Gardens is closed).

Please email [email protected] with interest and include work history/ experience as well as 3 references.

On behalf of Steve Shreiner, President of Shreiner Tree Care

Good afternoon,

Spring is finally here and with it come new opportunities. As mentioned in my previous communication, Shreiner Tree Care is seeking graduating students, and/or students 18 years of age, who enjoy working outdoors, thrive in a team setting, don’t shy away from responsibility, and embrace a learning environment that will nurture new skills. For these students, we can provide the foundation for a secure financial future and foster a new trade.

Attached please find our flyer with a brief overview of the company, areas of focus, and employment benefits. The positions available are entry-level and full-time. Please note myself and my team are available to interview students by phone and/or Zoom, as well as in person. I would be delighted to connect with you to and discuss the opportunities available to your students. Feel free to call my cell phone at with any questions 610.246.6070.

STC_Full-time Opps_with links (1).pdf
 

ANOTHER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR SENIORS:

I am Lynne Wheeler- Human Resources for Oldcastle APG Lawn & Garden.  We have a work site located in Quakertown, PA and I am working on recruiting efforts for entry level open positions that we currently have.  I have worked with the Guidance office at Quakertown High School in the past and had some success.  I thought I would reach out to you as well.  I am looking to recruit 18 year old Seniors that may not be going off to college after graduating this spring and would be looking for full time work.

 We have a Full Time positions open for:

*  Color Line Production Laborer-  This is a labor intensive job that works with our mulch production and colorants (black, red, brown mulches).  $18 hr

*  General Laborer Color Line Support- This position supports the Color Line Production Laborer with tasks. $15hr.  This position would just complete application for Production Laborer.

*  Production Laborer-This position works on our manual soil production line.  (This is where Tim is working with us). $15 hr

These positions are entry level positions and we will train the right candidate.

The online application link to these positions is https://jobs.crh.com/go/LGNorth_Quakertown/4880801/

 The individual can text the keyword QTN to 833-865-3227.  They will automatically receive a text message with a link to our landing page to these job postings and then complete the online application.

We also have a Facebook page called Oldcastle Lawn & Garden Careers that they can check out and see posts for Quakertown Site as well.

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Weekly Hot Jobs 5.3.21.pdf
On the Job Training May 2021.pdf