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AND IT'S A WRAP!  CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES - IT HAS BEEN A GREAT 2021-22!

Seniors from the High School:

Class of 2022

Seniors at the Tech School:

Upper Bucks Tech School Graduation

8th Grade Grads from the Middle School:

PALMS Promotion

And Elementary Fun with 5th Graders!:

Tinicum 5th Grade

DN 5TH GRADE

Springfield Color Day

What a great school year and happy summer to everyone!  Best wishes on the next chapter for all of you!


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UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE (in person meetings):
 
6/15/2022-Regular Board Meeting-7:00 pm PHS Auditorium
6/16/2022-JOC Meeting-UBCTS 7:00 pm
6/21/2022-BCIU Board Meeting-7:00 pm BCIU Board Room

Thank you for attending our public meetings.  We look forward to your involvement.  Please follow directions for public comment posted with the meeting agenda.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are contacting the School Board of Directors, please use [email protected] - the email will be directed to all school board members and Dr. O'Connell.


Pirate Pride
GIRLS TRACK REUNION THIS SUMMER!

WHO'S INVITED: GIRLS TRACK TEAM MEMBERS FROM 1981-1999 (:THE YEARS OF THE 166 VICTORIES IN A ROW STREAK)
DATE: SATURDAY, JULY 23RD
PLACE: SILVER CREEK OUTDOOR PAVILION
TIME: 11 A.M.-5 P.M.
PLEASE CONTACT: ED RUISZ AT [email protected] TO LET HIM KNOW IF YOUR ARE GOING TO ATTEND
  

Summer Fun

CLICK HERE FOR LISTING OF ATHLETIC CAMPS AT PSD THIS SUMMER:  Palisades Pirates Summer Camps 2022.pdf


Music Department

Summer lesson information can be found here for band students:  Summer Music Lessons .pdf


YMCA Summer Programming

Elementary-Aged Students Welcome! Register Today:
Registration Link

Looking for a job this summer? Check out this link from the YMCA Camp Program -
Apply Today
YMCA Hiring Event
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SUMMER CAMP AT UBCTS!
The camp will be offered to students entering 3rd through 8th grade in half-day sessions. Animal Science, Graphics, Healthcare, and Law Enforcement. Limited enrollment, so please register soon. https://ubtech.org/ubt/Summer%20Camp/ 
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS OFFERED:

Dog Training: 7PM in the basketball courts behind the high school on the tennis court side. Starting Wednesday, June 22nd through Wednesday, July 27th. Six (6) weeks of dog obedience training and socialization. Contact Jan Graves at 610-246-2570 or email [email protected]
PHS Fitness Center: The fitness center at PHS will be open throughout the summer months. The center will be open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 6-9PM and on Saturday mornings from 8AM until noon. Costs remain $5/visit, $25/month or $200 for the entire year beginning at any time. College students may join for $50 for the summer with college ID. Staff, current students, those in the military and emergency management personnel are FREE.
MORE TENNIS PLAYERS NEEDED (especially juniors and little aces): Please register with the Bucks County Tennis Association

The Bucks County Tennis Association, Inc (BCTA) is a nonprofit, volunteer-based community association dedicated to providing affordable, quality tennis programs on public tennis courts throughout Bucks County.  BCTA is a registered member of the United States Tennis Association and the 2011 winner of the national Racquet Sports Industry magazine and the USTA Middle States section community tennis association of the year award.

For more information about the BCTA, log onto www.buckscountytennis.usta.com, call 215-322-7020 or email [email protected].


FAB LAB
FAB LAB SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE:  Fab Lab Center Summer Camp 2022 - General 032922.pdf


FAB LAB Libraries

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POSITIONS OPEN:

Full Time Elementary Music Teacher:  
The Palisades School District invites applications for the position of Elementary General/Vocal Music Teacher.  We are seeking a candidate with the ability to lead the elementary general/vocal music program in the district’s three elementary schools.  The successful candidate will be someone who is able to work creatively with students while, at the same time, work collaboratively with colleagues to continue to cultivate student interest.  This position requires an organized and self-motivated educator who has interest and expertise in building and directing ensembles. Interested applicants must have a PA Certification in Music Education K-12 and should have talents in vocal music, as well as a keen understanding and passion for the education of general music to elementary-aged students. 

Position begins with the 2022-2023 school year.  

 

Those applicants interested in applying for the position must submit through Recruit and Hire: their letter of application, PA standard application, resume, transcripts, teacher certification, 3 references, and clearances (current within a year from the start date: Act 24, 34, 114 and 151), and disclosure form(s) to via Recruit and Hire no later than June 20, 2022. Letters can be addressed to Dr. Michael Donnelly, Assistant to the Superintendent for Educational Services.  EOE 

Custodian – part-time at the Palisades Middle School. The interested candidates will also assist with cleaning assigned areas of the school - both independently and as a team, set-up for special events, snow removal, and some lawn care. Position is 3 hrs per day (hours start after 3:00 pm), 12 months, starting as soon as possible. This is a support staff contracted position. Hourly rate: $22.52/hour after a successful probationary period. Additional work hours available during the summer. 

Interested candidates should send via Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/Admin/JobPosting.aspx?JobID=275: 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. Al Crouthamel, Director of Facilities, by June 10, 2022 or until the position is filled.  EOE

Part-Time Food Handler:  Part-time, 6 hours per day (7:30 am to 1:30 pm), 10 month, Food Handler position available starting the beginning of the 2022/2023 school year. Candidate 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. Candidates must be willing to become certified in Serv-Safe within the first six months of employment.

Interested candidates should send via Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=273their letter of interest, application, resume and disclosure form(s) and clearances (current within the past 12 months of the closing date of the posting: 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 June 6, 2022 or until the position is filled. 

Long-Term Substitute Second Grade Elementary Teacher – Long-term substitute elementary second grade teacher position available at Durham Nockamixon Elementary starting the beginning of the 2022/2023 school year, through the end of the first semester of the 2022/2023 school year. The qualified applicants must have a current PA certification in Elementary Education for second grade and have a strong understanding of best practices and instructional techniques for elementary-aged students. Responsibilities include working with students in the regular education classroom while differentiating instruction for students through small groups using effective intervention and enrichment strategies.  The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a child-centered approach to teaching and learning, a commitment to fostering a positive and safe classroom environment, and have a working knowledge of social and emotional learning strategies and best practices.

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire athttps://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=279:  letter of interest, resume, completed PA standard application, college transcripts, copy of PA teaching certificate, 3 letters of recommendation, clearances (Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151 current within the past 12 months of the closing date of the posting), and disclosure form(s) Act 168. Deadline for applications is June 14, 2022.  Letters of interest can be addressed to Mrs. Marie Collie, Principal at Durham Nockamixon Elementary. EOE

COACHING POSITIONS OPEN:


JV Coach Girls Soccer Coach (Fall): Interested candidates should send their letter of interest, completed application, resume, and criminal clearances (Acts 24, 34, 141 & 151 current within a year of the start of the season) and disclosure form(s) to Brian Gilbert, Director of Athletics, Palisades School District, 35 Church Hill Road, Kintnersville, PA 18930, [email protected], or fax information to (610) 847-2562.   Deadline to apply is June 16, 2022 or until the position is filled. 

 
Middle School Field Hockey Head Coach (Fall)

Middle School Field Hockey Assistant Coach (Fall)


Interested candidates should send their letter of interest, completed application, resume, and criminal clearances (Acts 24, 34, 141 & 151 current within a year of the start of the season) and disclosure form(s) to Brian Gilbert, Director of Athletics, Palisades School District, 35 Church Hill Road, Kintnersville, PA 18930, [email protected], or fax information to (610) 847-2562. Deadline for application is June 22, 2022 or until the position is filled. 

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

FOR ALL POSITIONS:

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


 

  COMMUNITY CORNER:

SJB Bag Bingo
Mini Monster Mayhem

Haycock Open House
Haycock Day Camp
PHS Alumni Association

PHS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION TURNS 70!
Mark Your Calendar!  June 18, 2022 is the 70th Anniversary of the Alumni Association of Palisades!  
Click here for more information about the event:  PHS Alumni 70th Anniversary.pdf 

YLEAD
For more information and registration:  YLEAD.pdf

BCCC Camps
Please click here for flyer and registration information:  TeensOnCampusFlyer2022.pdf

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More information about this 24 hour helpline:  helpline_flyer_FY22.pdf


Silver Creek Registration

Pre K Counts

Tinicum Arts Festival

HELP IS NEEDED...Please go to the Tinicum Arts Festival website and select “Volunteer Now”.  Please click on the “Sign Up Genius” site for dates and sign up slots.

Fresh Connect

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

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