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Bullet Academy's Busy Bs in the Park will be held tomorrow, Friday, July 18th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Hope to see you there!

Did you know Brandywine Heights Area School District got its start when four school districts joined forces in the 50's? This newspaper clipping from the Reading Eagle (May 1, 1954) shows the very beginning of what would become our current Intermediate/Middle School building—complete with a scale model and a BIG vision for the future.

🧮 The cost of construction? $1.3 million (that’s a lot of lunch money).
📍 Location? Right here in Topton—home of the Bullets.
📐 The goal? To build something together that would shape generations of learners.

From blueprints to backpacks... pretty incredible what a shared dream can become. 💭
#ThrowbackThursday

The first week of Camp Spark and ESY sent students around the world! What a great week of fun exploring new places as we practiced our reading and math skills. Get ready for week 2 as the Brandywine Heights campers become scientists in training!

The students may be away, but the work never takes a summer break!
Today we found Mr. Heffner locked in—literally—switching out locker combinations one by one to make sure everything is ready for the first day back.

It’s quiet in the halls now, but it won’t be for long—and thanks to behind-the-scenes prep like this, we’ll be ready.

🍎Don't forget to complete your application for 2025-26 Free/Reduced Lunch!

Why apply (again)?
• A new form is required each school year—past approval doesn’t roll over.
• Qualifying can slash athletic, technology, and AP exam fees too.

Quick ways to apply:

SchoolCafe.com (set up or log in, then submit).

PA COMPASS → “School Meals.”

Sample eligibility (family of 4):
– Free meals: up to $41,795 annual income
– Reduced price: up to $59,478 annual income

Questions? Brandywine Heights Area School District Food Services: 610-682-5143 or visit https://www.bhasd.org/page/free-and-reduced-program.

Apply now so your student—and your budget—start the year strong!

BHASD alum, Sam Berryman has cemented his place in SkillsUSA history with a rare back-to-back national win in masonry! 🏆

Congrats, Sam — we’re so proud of your continued success 👏

📖 Read more: https://berksweekly.com/news/education/brandywine-heights-graduate-earns-back-to-back-national-gold-medals-in-masonry/

☀️ Camp SPARK kicked off today! We’re thrilled to welcome our campers for 3 weeks of learning, laughter, and themed adventures. 📚 This week’s theme? World Traveler—get ready for takeoff! Our skilled team of BHASD educators is leading the way with a daily mix of ELA, math, and hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and keep young minds engaged. ✈️ Here’s to a summer of learning!

The Bullet Academy Open Gym is cancelled for Wednesday, July 9th. The next Open Gym will be held on Wednesday, July 16th at 10:00 a.m. Hope to see you then!

Big thanks to the Reading Eagle for highlighting our Feeding Futures program—and to MSN for helping the story reach a national audience!

📖 Read the full article here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/feeding-futures-summer-program-serves-meals-lift-spirits/ar-AA1HXo5T

Sparks, stripes, and Brandywine Heights ❤️ 🤍 💙
Wishing our BHASD community a safe and happy 4th of July!

8 Pre-K Spots Left for 2025–26

👉 Learn more: youtube.com/shorts/Xeox2dFNfu0
✍️ Apply: bhasd.org/o/bhes/page/pre-k-counts

Check out the Bullet Academy July calendar and come out for some fun with your little one/s! Click the link to register for programs and events.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCz29raF3W0_JyHgdbdXNNI6S3-0R50J8Q5_XO2cKE3vTiIA/viewform?usp=dialog

⚾ Want to show the community your business has our students’ backs? There’s no better way than placing a sign on our softball fence, where your support is proudly on display behind our players for fans, families, and visiting teams alike. These outfield signs aren’t just great advertising—they’re a home run for community support. We still have spots available for local businesses ready to stand behind our students—literally. A big thank you to Student Impact, AASA Land Surveyors, and Geist Sporting Goods for being the first to step up to the plate 💛 Learn more here 🔗https://www.bhasd.org/page/stay-connected

🌞 July Mindfulness Calendar Is Here! 🧘‍♂️🌿

Summer is the perfect time to slow down, breathe deeply, and take care of our minds. 🧠💛 Our July Mindfulness Calendar is filled with simple, daily activities that encourage mindful observation, reflection, and connection—for students, families, and staff alike!

✨ Whether it's a nature walk, mindful observation, or a moment to unplug and enjoy a picnic with family or friends, each day offers a small step toward a more peaceful summer.

📅 Download the calendar and join us in building healthy habits for the body and mind: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGpO0XkrUo/OSrRlOBTqFoX_9D9Uq_N6w/view?utm_content=DAGpO0XkrUo&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hf35de6a7fe

#MindfulJuly #WellnessInEducation #MindfulnessMatters #SDMindfulness #HealthyHabits

Before school ended… guess what we released? Take a closer look 👀 Can you spot what’s hiding in the grass? 🐟 Yes—trout fingerlings! Also called parr, these tiny fish use their stripes (called parr marks) to blend right into their surroundings. Camouflage level: expert. Good luck out there, little swimmers!

🍽️ Reminder! If you signed up for Feeding Futures, meal pickup is today from 12–3:30 PM at the Intermediate/Middle School. Learn more at: 👉 bhasd.org/page/food-services

📢 NOW HIRING: Payroll Accountant (Full Time) Brandywine Heights Area School District is looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team! 💼 12-month position | Full benefits | PSERS retirement 🧾 This role supports payroll, accounting, and financial reporting for district, state, and federal filings. 🎓 Bachelor’s in Accounting or 5+ years payroll experience preferred. Apply now or learn more: https://www.applitrack.com/bhasd/onlineapp/default.aspx Help us support the people who support our students. 🖥️📊

🎉We had some amazing recognitions at this month's June 9th Board Meeting—let’s give a round of applause to our student athletes, staff, and programs making moves and breaking records: 🏃‍♂️ David Bates placed 2nd in the 200m and 3rd in the 100m at States! 🏐 Boys Volleyball made school history with their first trip to PIAA State Championships! 👏 Auston Ambruster hit 1,000 career assists—what a milestone! 💰 The District received a $75,000 PA Smart Grant to support Woodshop & Agriculture programs. ✨ And shoutout to our #newHEIGHTS staff award winners: Derek Mountz, Olivia Lambert & Michael Furman! We’re proud to celebrate the dedication, passion, and hard work happening across Brandywine Heights Area School District 💪 #GoBullets

☀️ Summer is in full swing, but you won’t want to miss what’s inside our the latest issue of our BulletPoints Newsletter ✨ 📬 Catch up here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGq6Ezj0DY/vi2OZYUws8Z1csuZJVacZA/view?utm_content=DAGq6Ezj0DY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h89802a1512

The students may be gone, but the halls are still full! Our maintenance and custodial crews have been hard at work at the Intermediate/Middle School—giving classrooms some TLC and getting everything in shape for Tuesday’s Red Tag Sale. Bonus: Catch a sneak peak at some of the items up for grab!!✨