Celebrating Kindness Day Across BHASD!

Thursday our district came together to shine a light on the power of kindness, with each building embracing a unique theme that showcased creativity, connection, and compassion. Elementary students brought a Kindness Tree to life by adding personalized leaves to its branches. Each leaf represented a kind thought, action, or message—growing a beautiful visual reminder of how small acts can make a big impact. Students at the Intermediate & Middle School designed and decorated handprints that are now proudly displayed in the cafeteria. The Be the "I" in Kind mural invites everyone to literally and figuratively stand in the I, reinforcing that each person plays an essential role in spreading kindness. Finally, students at the High School put Kindness into Action and gathered on the turf field for a photo.
Across all grade levels, our students showed what it means to lift each other up and contribute to a community where everyone belongs. Thank you to our staff and students for making Kindness Day meaningful, memorable, and inspiring!
2 days ago, Mandi Kercher
Mrs. Whalen's Class
Elementary Kindness Tree
Elementary Leaves
Be the "I" in KIND at the IS and MS
Hands of Kindness
Kindness at the High School with Toby
🎵 Several high school students performed at the Thanksgiving Luncheon. Isabella Tierney and Ava Miller (both seniors) performed a song by Suki Waterhouse. 🎸 🎤 Ellis Kline (senior) and Ella Vaccaro (sophomore) performed a song by Laufey 🎹 Well done! ✨
2 days ago, Adam Rabenold
Isabella Tierney and Ava Leibold perform at the Thanksgiving Luncheon
Ellis Kline and Ella Vaccaro perform at the Thanksgiving Luncheon
📱💡 On Wednesday, BHASD hosted our first Introduction to Smartphones Course for Senior Citizens! Our amazing high school volunteers helped participants learn how to navigate and customize their iPhone and Android smartphones.
2 days ago, Carly Worman
Student helps a senior citizen with his smartphone.
Students helps a senior citizen couple with their smartphones.
Student helps a senior citizen with her smartphone.
Student helps a senior citizen with his smartphone.
Big news from the High School Office!

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Lisa Renner on her new role and welcoming Mrs. Jessica Woodward to the team. We’re grateful for the work they do to support our students, staff, and families every day.
2 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
High School Office

🎵 The BHHS Chamber Singers performed at the Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday afternoon. 🦃 🍽️ They previewed some of their winter concert music and sang a seasonal favorite, "Thankful" arr. Rollo Dilworth. 🍂 🍁

2 days ago, Adam Rabenold
Chamber Singers at the Thanksgiving Luncheon
Chamber Singers at the Thanksgiving Luncheon
🎁 Reminder: BHASD Canned Food Drive! 🎁
Don’t forget – canned items are being collected from Nov. 10 – Nov. 21 to help fill 65 Holiday Boxes for the Brandywine Food Pantry!
✅ Each grade has one item to bring – check the flyer!
📍 Drop off at Various locations at each school
Let’s make a difference together – every can counts! 🥫❤️
3 days ago, Maria Winkler
Flyer with information abour canned food drive
We're excited to share more from our Veteran's Day festivities! Read the Reading Eagle's article here--https://www.readingeagle.com/2025/11/12/brandywine-heights-school-holds-veterans-day-event/
3 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Reading Eagle Article
On Tuesday, November 18th, Texas Road House in Trexlertown will donate 10% of receipts to our cause. The Teacher’s Association chooses a HS senior each year who is seeking a degree in Education. The selected student receives a one-time scholarship on behalf of the Association.
All proceeds from this event will go directly to the recipient.

Please share with your friends and family. Make sure to show them the picture to have the donation count!
4 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Texas Road House Fundraiser 10% Donations to support the Brandywine Heights Education Association Scholarship Fund
The Brandywine Heights Area School District wants to extend a sincere thank you to our incredible students and staff who made our Veteran's Day celebration so special. We extend our deepest gratitude to the veterans who have served and sacrificed for our country. Your courage, dedication, are truly an inspiration to our students and community.

We were honored to have 69 news cover the event yesterday. If you missed it check it out here -->https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/area-school-district-dedicates-day-to-honoring-veterans-through-song-speeches-and-art/article_4d894df8-a4a4-4d4e-ab62-10691d115165.html

Stay tuned to see more special moments from the day!
4 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Veteran's Day Celebration news coverage
Today, we recognize the veterans within our Brandywine Heights Area School District community and across the nation. Thank you for your service. ❤️🤍💙
6 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Happy Veterans Day
🎁 BHASD Canned Food Drive 🎁
If you are able, help support the Brandywine Food Pantry this holiday season!
Each grade level is responsible for bringing one specific item listed on the flyer. Our goal is to donate 65 Holiday Boxes to families in need.
📅 Collection Dates: November 10 – November 21
📍 Drop-off Location: Various locations at each school
Let’s work together to make this holiday season brighter for our community!
10 days ago, Maria Winkler
Flyer with information abour canned food drive
🎁 BHASD Canned Food Drive 🎁

If you are able, help support the Brandywine Food Pantry this holiday season! Each grade level is responsible for bringing one specific item listed on the flyer. Our goal is to donate 65 Holiday Boxes to families in need.

📅 Collection Dates: November 10 – November 21
📍 Drop-off Location: Various locations at each school

Let’s work together to make this holiday season brighter for our community!
10 days ago, Maria Winkler
Flyer with information abour canned food drive
🎵 The BHHS Marching Band dazzled with their music and costumes at the Elementary School Halloween Parade on Friday! 🎃 🎷 🥁
13 days ago, Adam Rabenold
Brandywine Heights High School Marching Band at the elementary school halloween parade
School Board Meeting this Monday! Join us at 6:00 PM in the Intermediate/Middle School LGI. Your voice matters—stay informed, get involved.
14 days ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
School Board Meeting
🎵 On October 14th, several high school choir students auditioned for Berks Senior County Chorus, a select festival ensemble made up of students from Berks County school districts. Six BHHS students qualified for the ensemble. 🎉 Congratulations to Gavin Geiger, Aaron Henszey, Ellis Kline, Emily Klopp, Adria Myers, and Chloe Parish for qualifying for Berks Senior County Chorus! This is a wonderful accomplishment, and we’re very proud of all students who auditioned! 🌟 🎶
16 days ago, Adam Rabenold
Senior County Chorus participant Ellis Kline
Senior County Chorus participant Emily Klopp
Senior County Chorus participant Adria Myers
Senior County Chorus participant Chloe Parish
Senior County Chorus participant Aaron Henszey
Senior County Chorus participant Gavin Geiger
The Brandywine Heights Area School District Needs Substitute Teachers!

Are you looking for a rewarding way to make a difference in your community? The Brandywine Heights Area School District is seeking Substitute Teachers to join our team!

If you hold a Bachelor’s Degree and enjoy working with students, you can be eligible to be a substitute under the Guest Teacher program! This is a great opportunity to support our schools and make an impact in the classroom.

-Flexible scheduling
-Competitive daily rate
-Opportunity to serve your local schools

Apply today: www.thesubservice.com

Help us ensure our students continue to learn and grow every day—your community needs you!
16 days ago, Andrew Potteiger
substitute teacher flyer
🎵 Students in grades 3-5 attended the Music in the Schools assembly on Thursday, where they heard performances from talented musicians and learned about instruments in the string family. 🎻 Thank you to the Reading Musical Foundation for sponsoring this event! 🎼 ✨
17 days ago, Adam Rabenold
String players performing at the Music in the Schools Assembly
String players performing at the Music in the Schools Assembly
String players performing at the Music in the Schools Assembly
String players performing at the Music in the Schools Assembly

🎵 The Brandywine Heights Music Boosters are sponsoring their annual fresh fruit fundraiser! 🍊🍐 You can place orders online at freshfruitorder.org/bhmd.

📅 Orders due 11/16/25
🪙 Profits go directly to music students
✅ Select the student who will receive credit for your order at checkout
📦 Orders delivered the week of 12/8/25

Thank you for supporting the BHASD Music Department! 🎼 ✨

17 days ago, Adam Rabenold
BH Music Boosters fruit fundraiser ad
Heading to college? Students with disabilities have an opportunity to meet with local colleges and universities to explore their accessibility services. See the flyer for more information.
18 days ago, Susan Sibley
College-Bound students with disabilities can explore accessibility options with local colleges and universities.

🎵 On Friday, Mr. Rabenold’s AP Music Theory class saw Laufey in concert in Philadelphia. The concert was incredible, and everyone had a great time! ✨ 🕒 Laufey is a singer, instrumentalist, and songwriter who blends pop, jazz, bossa nova, and classical genres, and students in AP Music Theory are using her music to apply what they’re learning in class. 🎤 🎹 🎸 🎻

18 days ago, Adam Rabenold
AP Music Theory students at the Laufey concert
Laufey performing at the concert