Palisades School District

Part-time Nurse - (Non-Certified):  part-time, 15-25 hours per week, beginning January 17, 2022. Candidates will not work during holiday breaks per the Palisades calendar. Hourly rate: $22.90 per hour after a successful probationary period per contract.

Candidates must have a current PA Nurses License in addition to CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. Primary responsibilities include: (1) Screenings and records maintenance for non-public schools within the district; (2) calls to follow-up on student illness; (3) assisting with in-district student screenings; (4) availability to fill in as a substitute nurse for the day, when needed; and (5) Assistance in gathering information and tracking regarding COVID when requested.

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=256:  letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of PA nurse license, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, three letters of recommendation, clearances (current within the past 12 months of the closing date of this posting: Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151), and disclosure form(s) Act 168.  Deadline for applications is November 30, 2021.  Letters of interest can be addressed to Mr. Lou DeFonteny, Director of Student Services. 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 

Secretary at PHS - Attendance and Assistant Principal: full-time, 12 month position is available approximately December 13, 2021. Candidates applying for this position must have strong technology (Google, PowerSchool), must be student-centered, an ability to perform at a high level with accuracy in a fast paced environment, multitask, work independently on software applications and take initiative to solve problems and be a collaborative team member.  Position 7.5 hrs/day (hours 7 am to 3 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch), $24.40/hour after a successful probationary period and receives benefits as per the PESPA contract.

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=255:  a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, clearances (current within the past 12 months of the closing date of this posting: Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151 current within a year), and disclosure form(s) Act 168 by November 29, 2021. Letters of interest can be addressed to Mr. Richard Heffernan, Principal at Palisades High School.

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

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

Secretary at PALMS - Attendance and Assistant Principal: full-time, 12 month position is available starting February 1, 2022. Candidates applying for this position must have experience/knowledge of compulsory attendance laws, have strong technology (Google, Power School), interpersonal skills, ability to multitask, function with a high degree of accuracy, work independently on software applications, budget experience (working with purchases/requisitions) and take initiative to solve problems.  Position 7.5 hrs/day (hours 7:15 am to 3:15 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch), $24.40/hour after a successful probationary period and receives benefits as per the PESPA contract.

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx:  a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, clearances (current within the past 12 months of the closing date of this posting: Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151 current within a year), and disclosure form(s) Act 168 by November 29, 2021. Letters of interest can be addressed to Dr. Karl Scheibenhofer, Principal at PALMS. 

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

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

Here are two other resources for you from PA Unites Against COVID:  COVID Info and COVID Info 2

VACCINE CLINIC UPDATE: At the last two clinics held at PALMS, 121 adults received their booster or first vaccination shot, while 89 children (ages 5-12) received their first dose!

NEXT VACCINE CLINIC:  The next clinic will be held at PALMS on Saturday, December 11^th from 9AM until noon.

PLEASE NOTE: When going to trackmyvaccine.com you simply need to CREATE AN ACCOUNT in their system - you are not picking a date or time; this information just speeds along the registration process on the day that you receive the shot. Thanks!

 

TINICUM BLUE RIBBON AWARD BROUGHT HOME TO BUCKS COUNTY!
This week, our school was celebrated on Tuesday for our National Blue Ribbon Award! Our students and faculty/staff dressed in blue to commemorate the day. We had some special guests join us and our fifth grade ambassadors provided building tours. After a brief virtual assembly, Stripes the Tiger, our Prize Patrol, and some special guests delivered pencils and blue cupcakes (made by our Tech School) to each of our boys and girls to enjoy! It was a fun way to celebrate this
amazing accomplishment!

Special thanks for our local legislators, Congressman Fitzpatrick, Senator Mensch and Representative Labs for their recognitions!  And thanks to our food services department, particularly Lisa Ritchey and her staff for making the day so enjoyable!  Also, thank you to Ms. Link and her team for their efforts in putting forth the application which led to this prestigious honor!

The plaque received last week at the National Blue Ribbon Award Ceremony in DC will be hung in the showcase at Tinicum!  Congratulations to this school community!  We are #palisadesproud!



FROM THE SPRINGFIELD STUDENT COUNCIL FOOD DRIVE:

Thank you Springfield families who supported the 5th grade Student Council food drive.  We were able to collect and deliver 456 pounds of donations for the Quakertown Food Pantry!!   This will help many people in need. Thanks again for your support and have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Marching Band places 5th in Cavalcade State Championships

Last weekend, the Marching Band competed at the State Championship Cavalcade of Bands Competition in Hershey, PA.  Overall, the Band placed 5th in the State Championships and had a great Cavalcade season! Congratulations! 

Ethics Bowl Team WINS DeSales Competition 

Palisades High School students earned first place in the DeSales University High School Ethics Bowl! Our team of students presented their recommendations in response to an ethical business case study, and then were given a "twist" and limited time to prepare a new recommendation.  Congratulations to Lucia Brunton-Dardaris, Will Clifford, Danny Haubert, Camila O'Donnell, Holly Pason and Layna Transue!    

Class of 2022 - Yearbook Opportunity

Class of 2022 Parents & Guardians, would you love to include your child’s baby pictures and a heartfelt message in this year’s Yearbook? If so, you can choose one of the following options below!

Please email your Spread Choice, Message and Picture(s) to [email protected]. Checks can be made out to the PHS Yearbook and handed in to Mrs. Hoferica or Mrs. T!  

How to Order a Yearbook?
Order online at www.sscyearbooks.com
Print out and fill out this order form OR call your order in by dialing Student Services directly at 610.539.1330. 

THIS WEEKEND...DON'T MISS THIS FUN EVENT...

Tickets are now on sale for the 2021 Fall Play: "Clue: On Stage", running Friday, November 19th at 7PM and Saturday, November 20th at 2PM.  

Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. 

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time on our virtual box office, simply visit www.showtix4u.com/event-details/56471 and select your seats. One seat social distance will automatically occur between order groups, so please place the order for your entire party. Tickets will also be available at the door.  

If you need assistance ordering your tickets, please contact Neil Chaban at [email protected]  

"Clue: On Stage" is proudly presented by our PHS Music Department, PHS Vocal Club, and Student Directors Sammie Trickel and Sarah Goggin.

DN PTA Gingerbread House Sale: Back by popular demand...our gingerbread house sale is open and ready for orders! For just $15, you can purchase a high quality gingerbread house kit, kettle corn popcorn by Traugers, hot chocolate, and a candy cane. We will have a drive up pick up on December 1st from 4-5:30 at the DN main entrance. This SOLD OUT last year, so place your orders before they run out. This is an excellent way to spend a memorable family activity together around the holidays!

 To Order: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/2021-gingerbreadhouse-kits

Questions? Please contact DN PTA at [email protected]

THANK YOU to Mr. Bob Fumo for his service on our School Board of Directors; Bob opted not to return and his term has now ended.  Bob is from Region 3-Springfield and will be replaced by Ms. Landis.  Board reorganization takes place on Monday, December 6th followed by a Regular School Board of Directors Meeting.

BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS - 1st Budget Presentation for 2022-23 School Year:
1.  The Act 1 Index for Palisades School District for the 2022-2023 budget year is 3.4%. This is the maximum increase allowable for the District without seeking exceptions. This index is set by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

2.  The Transportation budget has increased $288,500 due to the unknown cost of fuel and other ramifications due to the expiration of our current transportation contract on June 30, 2021. The District hopes to lock in fuel if and when the price decreases. The Board is actively working on the transportation contract for next year.

3.  The debt service budget shows an increase of $78,875. However, the Board refinanced a bond issue and realized $76,000 in savings in the 2021-2022 budget so the debt service line has stayed relatively flat from the preliminary 2021-2022 budget. 

Budget Highlight Info. - click here for updates on budget presentations

The next Budget Presentation will be held on December 6th before the Regular School Board Meeting - information will be posted on our website as to how to join the meeting.

UPCOMING VIRTUAL MEETINGS:
12/01/2021 - Facilities Committee-6:30PM - info to join the meeting will be posted on 11/29/21 (see website)

12/01/2021 - Athletics Committee-7:30PM - join with Google Meet - meet.google.com/rkq-vaku-mti - or join by phone (US) +1 631-709-2131 (PIN: 329722249) 12/06/2021 - Board Reorganization and Regular Board Meeting-7PM

COMMUNITY CORNER:
 

COMMUNITY SCHOOL CLASSES UPDATES...getting back to "normal"...

Ceramics - CLASS IS FULL!
Hypnosis for Quitting Smoking, Losing Weight and Getting Better Sleep - 12/6 - face to face sessions scheduled
Volleyball at PALMS- Tuesdays and Thursdays-walk ins accepted
Yoga - stay tuned for January start dates

Go to this link for details and registration:  Community School Programs

My name is Karen Foy; I am the Bucks County Lead Drug and Alcohol Prevention Specialist for the Prevention Education Team (PEP) at Child and Family Focus, Inc. (CFF). We specialize in drug and alcohol prevention and intervention for youth and families in Bucks County, PA. We are here to support you. 

We are offering a free, award-winning evidence-based prevention program, Strengthening Families for parents/caregivers and youth ages 10-14 (SFP 10-14) for all Bucks County families! 

SFP 10-14 Results:

• Youth attending the program had significantly lower rates of alcohol, tobacco and marijuana use compared to control youth.

• The differences between program and control youth increased over time, indicating that skills learned, and strong parent-child relationships continue to have greater and greater influence.

• Youth attending the program had significantly fewer conduct problems in school than youth in the control group.

• Parents showed gains in specific parenting skills including setting appropriate limits and building a positive relationship with their youth.

• Parents showed an increase in positive feelings towards their child.

• Parents show gains on general child management including setting rules and following through with consequences.

• Parents increase skills in general child management such as effectively monitoring youth and having appropriate and consistent discipline.

For more info on all sessions - Strengthening Families Program Info

LAST CHANCE!  PUBLIC LIBRARY CARD DRIVE - BE A PART OF THE LITERACY MOVEMENT!

From Nov. 8 - 21, the Bucks County Free Library will be running a Virtual Library Card Drive for the Palisades School District! During the dates of the drive, you will be able to register your child for a library card right from home, and your child will receive their brand-new Bucks County Free Library card at school. Whether you choose to visit the library in person or enjoy our services entirely from home, there is so much your child can do with a library card!

 

All 7 of our branches are currently open, including branches in Quakertown and Perkasie. We invite you to visit one of our branches and browse the large collections of books, audiobooks, movies, board games, and magazines that you can borrow, all for free. For quick pick-up of items, we continue to offer curbside pick-up at all branches. Simply request the items you want by placing holds on them in our online catalog. You'll get an e-mail when they're ready for you to pick up, and we'll bring your items outside to your car when you arrive at the library. 

 

Our digital resources are available anytime, anywhere, and are completely free with your library card. Use Hoopla to borrow movies and TV shows you can watch on your smart TV. Enjoy books and audiobooks on your e-reader, tablet, or smart phone with CloudLibrary. Get homework help from live tutors on Brainfuse HelpNow. Find helpful facts, articles, and photos for school assignments by searching through the many kid-safe resources in Power Kids. The library is constantly adding new items, resources, and programs, making your library card a source of endless possibilities!

 

Ready to register your child for a library card? Here's how:

1. Click on this link to go to the online library card application for students - https://buckslib.org/school-outreach-library-card-application/.  

2. Enter the password: $choolYear2021

3. Fill out the application with your child's information. If you have more than one child, fill out a separate application for each child. Students ages 14+ can fill out their applications themselves.

4. We'll receive your application(s) at the library and set up your child(ren)'s library card account(s). You'll get an e-mail with the account information as soon as the account is ready. This means you can start using it right away, even before you have the physical card.

5. After the drive has ended, your child will receive their physical library card at school. 

I hope you enjoy the many resources the library has to offer your child and your family!

 

Emily Knorr, Children's Services Librarian

Quakertown & Perkasie Branches, Bucks County Free Library