Virtual Academy students visited Lake Tobias Wildlife Park in Halifax, PA. We explored many wildlife habitats, took a Safari Tour, and loved the hands-on experiences at the Reptiles and Exotics, and the Petting Zoo.
Mom-n-PA Dental Missions provides Free Dental Services to patients. An event is being held on June 21st & 22nd, 2024 at the Santander Arena in Reading 700 Penn St., Reading, PA 19602. For more information and to register: www.mom-n-pa.com
🍎Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all of our wonderful BHASD teachers! Thank you for your dedication, passion, and the impact you make on all the students here at Brandywine Heights. We appreciate everything you do! 🎉
Camp Invention is just a few weeks away. Come explore, play, invent, and patent as you make new friends and memories at camp. From June 10th-14th 8:30-3:00 at the Brandywine Heights Intermediate and Middle School building.
The promo code SUM15 to save $15 off the cost of registration is still available. Volunteer opportunities are still available for a $100 discount. Please contact Mr. Donato matdon@bhasd.org for details and to register!
On Monday night, the Brandywine Heights Area School District acknowledged the retirement and years of service of the following individuals pictured below: Ms. Angstadt (37 years), Mrs. Lineman (36 years), Mrs. Lambert (32 years), and Mrs. Hovis (25 years).
We also recognized the following individuals who are not pictured below: Mr. Wetzel (34 years), Mrs. Lebo (23 years), Mrs. Long (10 years), and Ms. Toman (10 years).
We thank you all for your service and wish you joy and relaxation in your retirement. Congratulations!
Bullet Academy will be hosting two Family Yoga sessions in May. If you have a child birth to 5, come to the elementary school May 16th (10:00 a.m.) and May 23rd (5:00 p.m.) for some yoga fun. Family Yoga sessions are free for residents of Brandywine Heights Area School District. Email Mrs. Acosta at maraco@bhasd.org if you have any questions. Registration is required. Please click the link/s below to register.
May 16th - https://forms.gle/ZZdpYAvF4xRKMQmU8
May 23rd - https://forms.gle/6hWQDsGfnxfxc2nq9
Bullet Academy will be hosting two evening Open Gyms in May. If you have a child birth to 5, come to the elementary school May 14th and May 28th to play and have fun! Open Gyms are free for residents of Brandywine Heights Area School District. Email Mrs. Acosta at maraco@bhasd.org if you have any questions. No registration required.
Bullet Academy will be hosting Play and Learns in May. If you have a child birth to 5, come to the elementary school every Wednesday at 10:00 for some learning and fun! Play and Learns are free for residents of Brandywine Heights Area School District. Email Mrs. Acosta at maraco@bhasd.org if you have any questions. Please click the link below to register.
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Today at Schuylkill Valley High School, students participated in the Special Olympics. They cheered and applauded one another as they competed in long jump, shot put, races and more. From the opening ceremonies to the bus ride home, smiles and laughter echoed in the air.
🍎🎉🍴 Happy School Lunch Heroes Day! From serving smiles to nourishing minds, they're the unsung champions behind every meal. Let's give a big THANK YOU to our amazing BHASD staff, who impact every student who comes through their cafeteria.
Seniors Olivia Moyer and Maci Rohrbach led the Seedlings for Schools program for the Virtual Academy. We distributed 500 seedlings (white spruce, Norway spruce, ninebark, and silky dogwood shrubs) to High School students and staff. Happy Spring!
Strike Out the Stigma on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 with the Reading Fightin Phils, game time 7:00 pm at First Energy Stadium.
Two students, Sammie and Xander, worked alongside Mr. Reed (Computer Science) and mentors from St. Lukes & Kutztown University to design, build, and program a heart rate sensor in the form of a comfortable ring for toddlers to wear when sleeping to monitor health concerns. This project was part of their capstone experience for the Computer Science pathway at BHHS.
Congratulations to Rita Kayhart for being honored with the Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator of the Year Award by the Hawk Mountain Council, Boy Scouts of America! Rita has been a paraprofessional in the district for 18 years and is well deserving of this award that recognizes those who make their students better people by modeling and teaching scouting values!
We are happy to announce the Spring 2024 edition of the BulletPOINTS newsletter has just been published! Please take a few minutes to read about the many amazing things happening in our schools
IMMEDIATE OPENING for a Director of Buildings and Grounds. This Administrator oversees all aspects of the Buildings and Grounds Department, including the maintenance/repair and cleanliness of District buildings and grounds in compliance with state and federal regulations, guidelines and requirements. Full-time, 12-month position. If you are interested in applying, please visit bhasd.org.
Ms. McLean's class went to the state police barracks today. Trooper Brownback and Trooper Stehlin taught them what their jobs are all about.
Virtual Academy students learned about various types of plants, how to propagate them, and proper care.
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 2:45 PM, Dr. Michael Hendel, MD, from St. Luke's University Health Network, will present in the Brandywine Heights High School auditorium. Attendees may enter the auditorium through the high school rotunda. The presentation will include information regarding the benefits of strength training, the risk of overtraining, and injury prevention information, specifically regarding the lower extremities.
Dr. Hendel is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine. Dr. Hendel's primary goal is to get injured patients of all ages back to playing sports by delivering the highest quality care and combining nonoperative and modern surgical techniques. His practice expertise includes the minimally invasive and reconstructive treatment of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. As a former collegiate athlete, Dr. Hendel has a unique understanding of the challenges and demands encountered by athletes at all levels and ages.
Dr. Hendel is a former assistant team physician for the National Football League (NFL) New York Giants. During his surgical residency and fellowship, he was involved in the care of players of the New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York Knicks, New York Red Bulls, Brooklyn Nets, and the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA). Dr. Hendel has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, including those published in the 'Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery' and 'Bone and Joint Surgery.'
We encourage all athletes, coaches, parents, trainers, and community members to join us! This is an excellent opportunity to meet an orthopedic provider in our community and for student-athletes to understand the benefits of strength training, the risk of overtraining, and injury prevention information.
The Education Showcase and Mindfulness Night brought many families together as they explored different vendor booths, listened to live music, discovered BHASD's educational opportunities, and enjoyed fun activities throughout the night. Thank you to all the families and vendors that participated and supported this event!
