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Part-time Nurse - (Non-Certified): part-time, 15-25 hours per week, beginning as soon as possible. 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:  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 January 20, 2022.  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 

Custodian – part-time at the Palisades warehouse. The interested candidates must be able to  lift up to 50 pounds as the successful candidate will assist with incoming deliveries and deliveries to all buildings, inventory at the warehouse, and operate a pallet jack. Deliveries within the district and the bank. Candidate will also assist with cleaning assignments, snow removal, and lawn care. Position is 3 hrs per day, 12 months, starting as soon as possible. Candidate must hold a current and valid driver’s license as candidate will be driving school van or box truck. This is a support staff contracted position. Hourly rate: $22.52/hour after a successful probationary period.

Interested candidates should send via Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=261: a letter of interest, application, resume, 3 letters of recommendation, 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 Mr. Gerry Giarratana, Director of Transportation, Warehouse and Food, by January 31, 2022  EOE

Current support staff employees may submit a bid form.

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/

EOE


Part-Time Food Handlers:  Part-time, 10 month, Food Handler positions available as soon as possible at the Palisades School District. Candidates must be able to complete multiple tasks, prepare food, cook meals, serve the student meals, and assist with routine kitchen tasks such as operating kitchen equipment and daily clean-up. 


Positions Available:

  • 5.5 hrs per student day at the High School 
  • 2.5 hours per student day at Tinicum Elementary
  • 2 hours per day at Springfield Elementary

Note: In your letter of interest, please be sure to include which position(s) you are interested in applying for.


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


Interested candidates should send via Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=246: their letter of interest, application, resume and disclosure form(s) and clearances (must be current and dated within a year of start date:  Act 24, 34, 114 and 151).  Letters of interest can be addressed to  Mr. Gerry Giarratana, Director of Food/Warehouse/Transportation. Deadline to apply is February 1, 2022 or until positions are filled. EOE

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


EOE

Nurse Fulton

PHS NURSE, DAWN FULTON, JOINS THE RANKS OF PALISADES' RETIREES!  BEST WISHES MRS. FULTON!

From Dawn to our staff today (her last day)...Our district has faced many challenges through the years, including the current pandemic. Despite these obstacles, you have tackled these issues with problem solving, creativity and collaboration. Never lose this passion to educate and continue to advocate for our students.  Never take a day for granted, enjoy the gift of life to the fullest, and follow the golden rule!! I will miss you all! 

Well said, Dawn...we will miss you too!  Best wishes!

Willy Wonka Jr.

Tickets are now on sale for Willy Wonka Jr. They can be purchased online at: https://palmstheatre.ludus.com/index.php

Performances are:

- Thursday, January 27th (7 PM)
- Friday, January 28th (7 PM)
- Saturday, January 29th (2 PM)
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
(Note: there will be a buffer of one seat to the right and left of all parties due to the ongoing pandemic -- that is what the "x" seats mean on the online platform.)

We regret to note that, due to copyright law, this performance is unable to be streamed.


Chromebook Insurance
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ATTENTION PARENTS:  Students will be able to attend UBCTS starting in 9th grade!

Students interested in attending the tech school for the 2022-23 school year must complete an online application.  The application is available using this link and should be completed by February 21st.  Completed applications are required to be considered for all shop areas.  Videos are available to review the programs through their website and students/parents are encouraged to view videos for shops for which they are interested in applying. 

UBCTS NEW Program Information Session

 

Upper Bucks County Technical is excited to be holding an in-person information session to introduce our newest career and technical program for the 22-23 school year, Exercise Science & Sport Technology

 

Parents/Guardians and potential students are invited to attend an information session at UBCTS presented by Dr. Michael Herrera on Thursday, January 27th at 6:00 PM. Dr. Herrera will provide an overview of the program and answer any questions from attendees. 

 

Please click on this link for more information.

 

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STAY UP TO DATE ON BUDGET HAPPENINGS...Click on this link:  Budget Highlight Info. 

UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE:

1/26/2022-Facilities Committee Meeting- 6:30pm-PHS Library
2/2/2022-Policy Committee Meeting- 5:30pm PHS Library
2/2/2022-
Regular Board Meeting- 7:00pm-PHS Auditorium
2/9/2022-Education Programs & Services Committee Meeting- 6:30pm-PHS Library
2/14/22-Fiscal Oversight Committee- 9:00 am-District Office
2/16/2022-Regular Board Meeting- 7:00pm-PHS Auditorium
2/23/2022-Facilities Committee Meeting- 6:30pm-PHS Library
2/23/2022-Athletics Committee Meeting-7:30 pm-PHS Library

Just in case you missed it - next year's school calendar was approved 2022-2023 District Calendar Approved 1.19.2022.pdf

Pirate Pride
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Bobby Smith

CONGRATULATIONS TO NEW HEAD COACH FOR PALISADES PIRATES!

Bobby Smith was approved by the Palisades School Board as the new head coach of the Pirates on Wednesday, January 19th.  Smith has been coaching football for 25 years and has extensive knowledge & understanding of all aspects of the game.  He has been coaching in the Palisades School District for the last 16 years and has served as the League Representative for Palisades Pirates Youth Football for the last 15 years.  Bobby has a very energetic coaching approach for motivating and mentoring players.

COACHING EXPERIENCE:

2005 - 2015:  
Assistant Football Coach:  Palisades Pirates Youth Football – Kintnersville, PA

2006 - Present:
League Representative:  Palisades Pirates Youth Football – Kintnersville, PA

2011 – 2016:  
Assistant Football Coach:  Palisades Middle School – Kintnersville, PA

2016 – Present:  
Assistant Football Coach:  Palisades High School – Kintnersville, PA

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

1991 – 1996:  United States Marine Corps – Combat Engineer Active Duty

1996 – 2012:  WP&H - Chief Operating Officer

2012 – Present:  J. Lorber Co. – Outside Sales Manager

Good luck Coach and GO PIRATES!!!

PHS Swimmers
See the article about our team - Herald Article

Results from last meet:


Skylar Donaldson (left)
50 Freestyle  27.75
100  Freestyle  1:00.36

Natalie Owens (right)
50 Freestyle  29.57   (personal best)
100  Freestyle 1:05.41  (personal best)

Toby Olmstead (middle)
50 Freestyle  25.78
100 Butterfly  1:04.86   (personal best)



FBLA Competition Results: 

Great news- just received word that Collin Schaufele qualified for the State Leadership Conference in April!

Congratulations to the following students who competed in the virtual FBLA Regional Leadership Conference:  

Gabe Freeman- Personal Finance

Sarah Goggin- Business Communication

Camila O'Donnell- Business Ethics

Collin Schaufele- Coding & Programming

Lindsay Ulrey- Business Calculations

Joe Zaleski- Broadcast Journalism

Michael Zaleski- Broadcast Journalism

Joe & Michael placed 5th! 

Sarah and Camila both placed 1st qualifying for the State Leadership Conference in April!!! 


Sophomore Class Fundraiser
Sophomore Student Government Fundraiser:

Do you want eco-friendly products while helping support the Palisades class of 2024?

The sophomore class is organizing a fundraiser to raise money for the current Juniors’ prom in 2023! To support the fundraiser, simply go to boonsupply.com and type in the fundraiser code (1247666) in the section labeled “Find a fundraiser. Or go right to our fundraiser at this link: https://www.boonsupply.com/collections/615955-palisades-high-school-sophomore-government The website will then take you to a page to shop! 40% of the proceeds will go towards our fundraiser. 

Krapf Bus Drivers Needed

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COMMUNITY CORNER:

Fresh Connect

Follow this link to fill out the application:  Click Here for Application and Info

SCAA Registration Spring 2022

Click on the Link Below to Register for Spring 2022 Baseball and Co-Ed Tee Ball:


Volunteer shifts are filling quickly!

PAGSL Registration

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NAMI January

NOVA Training