Bristol Township School District
August 2023
Welcome Back to School Letter
Dear Bristol Township School Community,
I wanted to take a moment to welcome back our staff, students and families for the 2023-24 school year. I hope everyone enjoyed the summer and had the opportunity to relax and spend time with family and friends.
I have to begin by thanking the school community for being so welcoming and supportive when I arrived in Bristol Township and began my duties as superintendent during the last school year. It is greatly appreciated and it was wonderful to meet so many new people and have the opportunity to learn about the district and community. During the Board meeting on August 21, I had the chance to present an update on my Entry Plan and talk about all that we accomplished last year, and overview some of our goals for the upcoming school year.
As someone who went right from high school to college, then immediately entered the teaching ranks, I have had over a half-century of consecutive annual “first days of school.” Interestingly enough, I will still get nervous and have trouble sleeping the evening prior to the opening day of school. But as I used to tell my athletes when I was a coach, it is perfectly fine and acceptable to be nervous; you’re nervous because you want to do well. As we open this school year, my most important goal is for each and every student to have a positive and rewarding learning experience in a safe and supportive educational environment.
One of the best things about being in education is the opportunity to see children do great things in the classroom, the arts or the athletic arena. Our school calendar is filled with events, which showcase our students’ abilities in academics, the arts and athletics. Please look for an opportunity to come out and support our outstanding students.
It is important to us that we are connected to our school community and there is a bridge between our classrooms and the home. Please join us for our ‘Back to School Nights’ and get to know our staff and programs. Also take advantage of many of the technological tools that exist to provide you with valuable information about our schools and your child’s progress. Check our website frequently, follow us on social media, and share our stories and updates with your family and friends. As educators, it is our goal to be accessible and available to the community we serve.
In closing, when I talk to our students, I frequently remind them that if they take pride in their school, then their school will be a place of which to be proud. During these current times, this is certainly something to remember. To our parents, we need your support to be successful; please stay involved and connected to the schools, and support our work and endeavors. Finally, to our students, work hard, be respectful and approach your studies with enthusiasm.
Have a great year!
Sincerely,
Michael Nitti
Superintendent of Schools
Back to School Updates
Tigers in the News
Update Your Parent Portal
Please verify the accuracy of your email addresses and phone numbers for the 2023-2024 school year on the parent portal.
1. Log on to the Infinite Campus Portal (If you are having trouble logging in, please contact your child’s school.)
2. Select “More” on the right side of the menu bar.
3. Select “Family Information.”
4. Click the “Update” button for each of the PARENTS/GUARDIANS ONLY and edit the phone numbers and/or email address fields.
5. Make sure you check the boxes stating primary email and phone numbers to send information to.
6. Click the blue “Update” button to save changes.
*Please DO NOT update any student information.
Opening Day Kickoff for Teachers
The event recognized teachers for years of service, new hires and graduate employees, and teachers spun the wheel to win prizes! Inspirational speeches were given by alumni Nick Emeigh, Associate Director of NAMI Bucks County, and Dawn Englehart-White, entrepreneur and musician manager.
Thank you to the Culture and Climate Committee for organizing this fantastic event!
New Teacher Induction
The district's new teacher induction welcomed 30 new educators! The week was full of valuable professional development activities designed to promote their success in the classroom!
Meet the Principal at Mill Creek
Welcome Heather Brahan, New Truman Assistant Principal
She has been a leader in professional development and a positive shaper of school culture and climate during her many years in education. She has extensive experience in school-based strategic planning, curriculum design and development and effective instructional practices.
Read more about Ms. Brahan here.
IT Summer Projects
BTSD’s Technology Department has been busy cleaning, updating and inspecting 6,000+ Chromebooks this summer as well as inspecting every classroom’s technology! The hard work and time that goes into this project allows for a positive student and staff experience at the start of the school year.
Another large undertaking this summer was running 20,000 feet of Ethernet cables at Armstrong Middle School, and mounting and programming 130 speakers for the new paging system.
Join Us for Back to School Nights!
September Calendar
Connect with us!
Website: https://bristoltwpsd.org/
Location: 5 Blue Lake Road, Levittown, PA, USA
Phone: 215-943-3200
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bristoltownshipschooldistrict
Twitter: @BristolTwpSD