Recognizing our proud traditions and diverse community,

the Pennsbury School District prepares all students

to become creative, ethical, and critical thinkers

for lifelong success in a global society.

Upcoming Events:

5/18 After School Social 3-5 p.m.

5/21 6th Grade Choral Festival @ PHS-W/Keller Hall 9:00 a.m.

5/21 5th Grade Parent Orientation 7 p.m.

5/22 – 5/23 Algebra 1 Keystone Testing

5/22 – 5/24 District Art Show 6-8 p.m. @ PHS

5/24 PTO Meeting 9:30 a.m.

5/24 PW Spring Choral and Orchestra Concert 7:30 p.m.

5/24 STEM Conference for Girls

5/25 ½ Day for Students - Teacher Professional Day - 10:45 a.m. Dismissal

5/28 Memorial Day - No School

5/31 6th Grade Team Galaxy Field Trip

6/1 Field Day

6/4 Field Day Rain Date

6/8 8th Grade Happening 7-9:30 p.m.

6/13 8th Grade Honors Assembly @ 7:30 p.m.

6/21 ½ Day Teacher Professional Day - 10:45 a.m. Dismissal

6/22 End of MP 4/Last Student Day - 10:45 a.m. Dismissal

Early Dismissal/No School:

5/25 Student Dismissal @ 10:45 a.m.

5/28 Memorial Day - No School

6/21 Student Dismissal @ 10:45 a.m.

6/22 Student Dismissal @ 10:45 a.m.

Upcoming PTO Meeting:

5/24 PTO Meeting 9:30 a.m. in the cafeteria

String students from all 3 middle schools attended a performance by a quartet of musicians from the Philadelphia Orchestra. Students listened to pieces from the classical repertoire by Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven in the newly refurbished Pennwood Auditorium. Performers included Yu-Ting Chen and Jonathan Beiler, violins; Renard Edwards, viola and Richard Harlow, cello. An interesting question/answer session followed the 35 minute performance. Pictured with the musicians is Pennwood Orchestra Director, Michael McGarry, who stated, “This is the third time tremendous string musicians from this world class orchestra have come to Pennsbury. I’m honored to call Mr. Harlow a colleague and friend.”

On Tuesday, May 11th, students at Pennwood Middle School experienced our fourth annual character education lesson by participating in a Disabilities Awareness Day, organized by Michele Becknell & Jacqueline Medaglia. This year, Student Council’s vision was to work with the Best Buddies organization in order to promote a sense of community and foster understanding between all students. Student Council members who had previously attended a leadership conference led empathy-building activities in each classroom. Student reflections at the end of the lesson revealed that they had a better understanding of what it’s like to struggle with learning disabilities and pledged to be more understanding and helpful toward their peers.

On May 9th, former WWE Wrestling champion Marc Mero visited Pennwood during his BADD tour. He encouraged students to Be Against Destructive Decisions. Pennwood students gathered in the auditorium for this special presentation organized by the school’s UNITY team.

Are you interested in joining the color guard next year as part of the Pennsbury Long Orange Line Marching Band? If you are interested in joining the Pennsbury High School Color Guard next year, there is an informational meeting in the band room this Thursday, May 17 during OP.

Are you interested in becoming a Pennsbury High School cheerleader?

· Tryout clinic will take place May 16th.

· Formal Tryouts will take place on May 22nd & 23rd.

· All tryout dates are from 5-7 PM @ PHS West Falcon Gymnasium.

· For questions contact Coach Dags at coachdags.phscheer@gmail.com.

With the warm weather here we are reminded that proper attire is required. If you are unsure of the Pennsbury dress code there are information sheets in the cafeteria. Please feel free to take one. Thank you!

Wear your Pennsbury spirit wear EVERY Friday for Falcon Friday!