Keystone Central School District
Liberty Curtin Elementary School
Notes From the Principal
Join our PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)
We are always looking for volunteers to join our PTO. Be a part of a team of parents and teachers that work together to supplement and enrich the educational experience of our students. From helping to plan school events, fundraisers, and so much more. Please contact PTO President Shannon McCloskey for more information @ colton323914@verizon.net. Our first meeting of the new school year is Wednesday, September 14th @ 6:00.
Upcoming Activities
- Monday, September 12- Elementary Open House 5-8pm
- Wednesday, September 14 @ 6:00PM- PTO Meeting
- Wednesday, October 5- Picture Day
Liberty-Curtin Open House
Monday, Sep 12, 2022, 05:00 PM
Liberty-Curtin Elementary School, North Eagle Valley Road, Blanchard, PA, USA
Homecoming Parade 2022
Federal Programs
September Open House and Federal Programs Updates
Each school will hold the annual Title I Open House meeting during the open house.
All elementary schools in the Keystone Central School District receive Title I funds.
Required documents for elementary schools:
Title I Annual Meeting Agenda
Right to Request Qualifications of Teachers (see Annual Notices and Policy Review button above)
Non-Discrimination Statement (see Annual Notices and Policy Review button above)
Title I Schoolwide Plan 2022-2023
Title I District Parent Policy - Policy 918
Liberty Curtin's Title I School Parent/Family Engagement Policy
Title I School/Parent Compact
Family Connection
The start of the school year can be a stressful transition for children and families. Summer often means late nights, sleeping in, and altered meal schedules. Returning to school or starting school for the first time means adjusting to earlier bedtimes, earlier morning alarms, and organizing the start of the day to get to school and work on time.
What can families do to ease the transition?
Create a predictable routine for morning wake up, meals, homework, and regular bedtime.
Look at your schedule for each week and look ahead for the following week's activities.
Prepare the night before for what to wear, breakfast, snacks, etc.
Try to stay calm and relaxed during times of stress for the child.
Talk with your child about what to expect and about how to handle big feelings of missing family during the school day.
What can families do if they have concerns about transitions?
Remind yourself that you are doing a great job and that stress from transitions is usually a phase.
Communicate with the school counselor to talk about concerns and solutions.
#KeystoneCares: September is Literacy Month!
You and your family are invited to join us for a family literacy night in September. Reading Under the Lights will be hosted at Bucktail High School at the Frank Dwyer Memorial Field on September 6th and at Central Mountain High School in the Don Malinak Stadium on September 7th.
This event is free and includes book giveaways, raffle baskets, and snack bags. For more information click on the Event!
Keystone Cares - Reading Under the Lights Night
Wednesday, Sep 7, 2022, 06:30 PM
Central Mountain High School, Keystone Central Drive, Mill Hall, PA, USA
Counseling Connection
Elementary School Counseling
School Counselors are able to assist your child in 3 main areas: Social/Emotional Development, College/Career Readiness, and Academics.
Some activities provided may be:
- 1:1 Counseling
Group Counseling
Classroom Guidance on Interpersonal Skills
(i.e. being a good friend, showing empathy, etc)
Academic Achievement Strategies
Career Awareness and Interest Inventories
To learn more or to schedule a meeting, please contact:
Bonnie Owens: Liberty-Curtin
Phone: 570-893-4900 x2521
Email: bowens@kcsd.k12.pa.us
KCSD School Social Worker
If you feel that your family or your student could benefit in any way from the various services he can provide, please reach out to Kyle (his contact information is on his flier below!)
Athletics & Activities
Athletic Dept. Intern
Heritage Home-coming
CM Wildcat
Safety & Security
Safety & Security
Officer Scott VanGorder - Central Mountain High School
Officer Cory Beaver - Bucktail High School & Renovo Elementary
Officer James Knarr - Central Mountain Middle School
Officer Mike Fetzer - Elementary district-wide and District Attendance Officer
Officer Todd Brian - District-wide
Curriculum
Students in grades K-4 will be utilizing a resource called Bridges in Mathematics. Linked are the welcome letters by grade level!
Keeping Up With Keystone
Career & Technical Center
Data & Performance
Need to register for the SAT, find out testing locations, dates and registration deadlines!
Quick Links
School Contact Information
Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2502
Email: bumbenhouer@kcsd.k12.pa.us
Wendy Zimmerman, School Secretary
Phone: (570) 893-4900 ext. 2501
Email: wzimmerman@kcsd.k12.pa.us