Lion's Pride
Dr. Lentz's Monthly Update
SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS
LES Enjoys Read Across America
Our Littlest Lions participated in Read Across America Week. Journeying from Pennsylvania to Hawaii, students explored books about the different US states and enjoyed reading practice, geography lessons, and 50 fun-filled adventures.
UES has Lots of Inspiration to Get Moving
Over the next 8-10 weeks, all LES and UES students are participating in the #KidsHeartChallege, an opportunity to learn about heart health while supporting the American Heart Association. Also, another great way UES kids are getting active this spring—taking our bikes out for a ride with Mr. DiTulio!
MS Student Council is Caring for Friends
The MS Student Council created over 160 inspiring cards for the Caring for Friends non-profit organization, which provides meals for the elderly and homebound in Philadelphia. Students also participated in a diversity and inclusion workshop with the Peace Center.
HS Students Support Mini-THON
HS students participated in Mini-THON, which engages youth in a student-run philanthropy effort and helps them build important leadership and communication skills. Our students have raised over $1,000 for childhood cancer.
POINTS OF PRIDE
Heading to the PMEA Finals
Bronze Medals at PIAA
3rd Place in STEM Challenge
Winners in Skills USA Challenge
Reaching $1M for St. Baldrick's Since 2015
Recycled Art Award
District Updates
The School Board of Directors approved the Administration's reopening plan for the middle and high schools at their meeting on March 25. We are delighted to reopen our secondary schools for full in-person instruction in the fourth marking period and to welcome more students back to the classroom! Click to review our updated Health and Safety Plan and our Athletic Health and Safety Plan.
Find NHSD on Facebook
We are delighted to announce the District's Facebook page is now active. Like our page to share in the student experience and to learn about District resources.
PSSA and Keystone Testing
Per guidance from the U.S. Department of Education, PSSA and Keystone testing will be conducted this year. The window for testing has been extended and NHSD will administer the tests in May. Please stay tuned for messages from your individual school buildings regarding the finalized testing days.
End of Year Events
The District is currently considering plans for traditional end-of-year events, including promotion ceremonies, prom, and graduation. Seniors will be able to enjoy a smaller "Senior Soiree" this year and promotion ceremonies will also be arranged. Plans for graduation are being formed with the intention to host the event outside in an external location due to upcoming construction plans for our new track and field.
School Board & Committee Updates
At the March 25, 2021 Board of School Directors meeting the following items were approved:
- Authorization to return secondary students who selected in-person instruction for the fourth marking period to a full five-day per week schedule effective April 12, 2021.
- A Revised Health & Safety Plan and Athletic Safety Plan as presented.
- The appointment of Mr. Charles Kleinschmidt to serve as the Middle Bucks AVTS Authority Representative at Large.
- Authorization to continue forward with the examination of three options from KCBA Architects for the Stadium Field House project, including funding options as presented.
- Financial matters, including the Treasurer's Report, payment of bills, MBIT Capital Projects Agreement, MBIT 2021-2022 Proposed Budgets, BCIU Technology Pool Consortium Agreement, and a Key Business Solutions mail machine lease agreement.
- A Memorandum of Understanding with the New Hope-Solebury Education Association for the addition of the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst position.
A Chance to Help: Colin Hiriak ('14) in Need of Living Liver Donor
Upcoming Events
April 2021
4/7 LES/UES Parent Academy Information Session - 9:00AM & 6:00PM
4/8 Policy Advisory Committee - 6:00PM & Curriculum Advisory Committee - 7:00PM
4/9 Early Dismissal
4/12 Network for Victim Assistance Presentation on Risks for Children with Technology – 7:00PM via Zoom
4/13 Equity Committee Meeting – 4:00PM
4/15 Finance Committee Meeting – 6:00PM & Facilities Committee Meeting – 7:15PM
4/22 Board of School Directors Meeting – 6:30PM
4/28 "Little Known Secrets of Paying for College" Parents/Guardians Webinar – 6:00PM
4/30 Deadline to Order an NHSD Class of 2021 Yard Sign
New Hope-Solebury School District
Email: clentz@nhsd.org
Website: www.nhsd.org
Location: 180 West Bridge Street, New Hope, PA, USA
Phone: 215-862-2552