Palisades School District

ATTENTION PALISADES STUDENTS, PARENT/GUARDIANS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS: 
Unfortunately, since the weather has not let up today as was predicted earlier, we are POSTPONING the Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2021 to Saturday, June 12th at 11AM.  The weather tomorrow should be much better!  On Saturday, gates will open at 10AM and the pre-show will begin at 10:30AM. Class of 2021 members should report to their staging areas by 10:20 AM. Help us spread the word! See you tomorrow morning! 

For those family members and friends who are not able to attend, here is the link to the live streaming of the event:  https://youtu.be/p_JyR9PWdtw - feel free to share this widely.

Also, each of our graduates will receive 2 copies of tonight’s program in their graduation packet.  Here is the copy of the program for you to follow along: 2021 Graduation Program.pdf

SENIOR, KASSIE MUNHENK TALKS ABOUT HER ROLE IN 'MARE OF EASTTOWN' - #PALISADESPROUD!
https://www.fox29.com/video/942824
https://www.fox29.com/video/942824.amp

PASSING OF JEREMY DONMOYER (PALMS PE Teacher) - Jeremy Donmoyer Obituary - Our deepest condolences to his family at this very sad time.


Youtube Links below for our Spring Concerts - ENJOY!
Durham Nockamixon Elementary Spring Cabaret
Springfield Elementary Spring Cabaret
Tinicum Elementary Spring Cabaret
PHS SPRING CONCERT PROGRAM 2021

SUMMER READING FOR PHS:

Once again, all students, entering grades 9-12, will be required to complete summer reading assignments. Research has shown students’ reading abilities will decrease with extended time away from reading.  This program has helped maintain and increase students’ literacy skills while providing for classroom discussions around the content of the texts. All students enrolled in an English class are required to read one novel. All students enrolled in a social studies class are required to complete a written assignment. Assessment of the required reading texts for all students in English courses will occur during the second week of the school year regardless of the semester in which the student is enrolled in the associated course. For the social studies courses, students will need to complete a written assignment. Students should share it with their assigned social studies teacher the first week of school regardless of the semester that they have the course. 12th-grade students will need to complete the summer reading social studies packet if they are enrolled in Cultural Diversity or the Government course (even if they are also in an AP course). Please be reminded these assignments must be completed before school starts on August 30, 2021.

We have created a site with more information on and access to each assignment along with answers to Frequently Asked Questions and special needs.  Link to the high school library homepage for access or link directly to: http://tinyurl.com/ydxxe2fk



SPRINGFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HONORS HOMETOWN HEROES:  Thank you Hometown Heroes.pdf

UPCOMING JUNE SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS (All Virtual):
06/14/21 - Fiscal Oversight Committee Meeting; 9AM - (US) +1 716-992-0165; (PIN: 144206323)
06/16/21 - Regular School Board Meeting; 7PM - (US) +1 240-560-3879; (PIN: 343928329)
06/17/21 - Joint Operating Committee; UBCTS 8PM

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

JOIN OUR TEAM!  Seeking new team members...interested, dedicated community members willing to help our Foundation and help our community, please email [email protected]  - Many hands make light work!  Become a valued member of a sub group (projects like the 5K, food distributions, clothing drives, etc.) or volunteer as a voting member of our Board (with approval by the nominating committee).  We need your help!  Join us and become a part of a growing team, celebrating 25 years of service to our community!

CLOTHING DRIVE EXTENDED!!!  BUS MOVING TO PALMS!  We are ending the school year by collecting clothing for our annual August clothing distribution (before the start of school).  Please bring your gently used items - clothing and accessories (in trash bags or boxes) - to our collection bus located on the high school property (Route 412 side).  The bus will be available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Please feel free to drop your donations on the bus and we will be able to sift through and organize the donations over the summer to make available for students and families before school starts in the fall!  Neighbors helping neighbors - that's how we roll in Palisades!  Thanks for your clothing and accessory donations!

PIRATES BASEBALL UPDATE:

KEEP THOSE REGISTRATIONS COMING...SUMMER RECREATION CAMP AT PSD - REGISTER NOW AND 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 4PM (updated).  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

NOTE:  Families who wish to receive scholarship consideration, please contact [email protected] or complete the assistance request form on the YMCA registration website.



CHECK IT OUT...Summer Camps Offered!  Athletics Summer Camp Flyer 2021


SIGN UP FOR THE SUMMER POTTERY CLASS:

Download a registration form and mail or DROP OFF the fee to the Community Relations Office at PHS; 35 Church Hill Road, Kintnersville, PA  18930:  pottery registration forms.pdf

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




Attached is a parent checklist from Public Citizens for Children & Youth that includes links and breaks down the resources that have been made available for families through the federal American Rescue Plan. Here is the link - PCCY's ARP Tools for Families and it is also available as an attachment HERE




As part of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), St. Luke’s University Health Network is conducting a survey to identify health needs within the community. As members of our community, we are asking for your feedback. 

Also from St. Luke's:  The St. Luke’s Healthy Kids Bright Futures Team is very excited to work with your students virtually. We know that these are extremely challenging times for students, parents, and school faculty and staff.  In an effort to help enhance distance learning during these trying times, the Community Health staff at St. Luke’s University Health Network have gathered resources together for you to share with your students and families!

HKBF June.pdf

GYTOT Minors Sign Up Instructions.pdf

 

Visit their website:  Silver Creek Athletic Association Website

PALISADES YOUTH SOCCER:

Questions? Email Nikki Bowen [email protected]

Little Bellas creates opportunities for girls to experience success using mountain biking as the platform and pathway to personal growth, building community and competency.  Join their camp at Lake Nockamixon from 8/9-8/13 from 8AM until noon for ages 8-11.  Financial assistance available!

https://littlebellas.com/camp/lehigh-valley-pa-half-day/






HELP WANTED ADS:

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 as soon as possible 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 June 25, 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

EOE

We have a great opportunity for high school graduates who are considering a career working with students. With our summer programming right around the corner, we are looking for paraeducators to work this summer at our Extended School Year (ESY) program. Our ESY program will begin on July 6^th and continue through August 5^th. Since the program runs Monday through Thursday, the program lasts 19 days. This year, lower county sites will include Morrisville Intermediate School and Grandview Elementary School within the Morrisville School District and Penn Valley Elementary School in Pennsbury. In upper county, we are looking for paraeducators for our Strayer Middle School site in the Quakertown Community School District.

We are being very flexible with vacations and days off when needed and we are willing to work creatively to get qualified paraeducators in our classrooms.  We are also offering a stipend of $200 to paraeducators who work the 5 weeks of ESY, with no more than 2 days off throughout ESY.  The rate is $15.50 per hour. To qualify for a paraeducator position, the high school graduate must be 18 years old and willing to complete their paraeducator certification within 90 days from the beginning of ESY.

Here is a link to our recruitment video that can be shared with soon-to-be graduates. We have also attached a copy of a flyer that can be posted in your building.

For graduates who are contemplating a career in education or a related field, this may be a great opportunity! For more information, please ask interested graduates to email us at: [email protected] or call 215-348-2940 ext 1307/1311 and we will walk each candidate through the process. If a candidate wants to apply directly they can apply to www.bucksiu.org/careers. Each candidate will be interviewed by our ESY team.



Employment for Students 14 years and up
Great Summer Job that’s FUN!
Ages 14 and up
Outdoor & Indoor Jobs available.
Weekdays/weekends
Apply on-line
www.rivercountry.net/employment-at-river-country.html

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.

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.

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.

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

The Golden Pheasant Inn and Restaurant

Bussers Needed

Starting wage 8.50/hr plus tips 

Dishwasher Needed
Starting wage $12/hour 

(both with advancement opportunities) 

Flexible hours for the summer 

Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays 

 

Please contact Jacob Donnelly for more information about employment

267-772-1021