🎉 Student Spotlight: Danica Macdonald
Danica was named Practical Arts Student of the Quarter for her leadership, creativity, and determination! Whether in PE, STEM, or solving tough problems, she brings kindness, grit, and a can-do attitude to every class. Way to go, Danica! 👏✨
⏰ Early Dismissal – Friday, May 9th
Please note the dismissal times for each building:
HS: 11:45 | MS: 12:00 | IS: 1:00 | ES: 1:05
Our next senior is Abigail Master. Abby is planning to attend Reading Area Community College to major in Early Childhood Development. She plans to get her bachelor’s degree and continue for her master’s degree as well. Abby’s favorite high school memory was junior year homecoming with her friends. Congratulations, Abby!
To all the teachers who show up, lift up, and never give up—
thank you.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from all of us at Brandywine Heights Area School District.
🏃♂️💨 Lace up, Brandywine!
The Brandywine Brisk 5K is happening Saturday, May 3rd at 9 AM at the HS!
Runners, walkers, andsideline supporters — we want to see you there! 🙌
🔗 Register now: bhedufoundation.org
📢 Your Voice Matters! Join us for the Brandywine Heights Area School District School Board Meeting on May 5 at 6:00 PM in the Intermediate/Middle School LGI. Stay informed, get involved, and be a part of the conversation that shapes our schools! 🏫✨
Classroom Goals: Unlocked ✨
Last night, Camden Heater, Allyssa Bortz, and David Bates (not pictured) were recognized at Kutztown University for completing the Early College Academy of Education—earning 12 college credits 📚 and gaining real-world classroom experience 🏫.
Shoutout to Kamryn Henry for being accepted into next year’s program—big things ahead!
Brandywine Heights Area School District was also presented with a commemorative plaque 🏆 for participating in the Academy’s inaugural year.
Congrats future educators! 🎓📝
🎶 ☕ The BHHS Tri-M Music Honor Society will be hosting the first-ever Coffeehouse event this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the high school band room. 🎤 Students will be performing in an open mic night and will be selling snacks, coffee, and hot drinks as a fundraiser. 🍵 🥯 🍪 A huge thank you to Comb Coffee for sponsoring this event! Come support our Tri-M students and enjoy a relaxing evening of music! ✨
Brinley Hess is our next senior spotlight! Brinley’s future plans include becoming a milk tester or continuing to work at the farm she has worked at for over four years now. She also plans to take online classes through Penn Foster to become a Veterinary Technician. Brinley’s favorite memory from high school was becoming a part of the FFA chapter at Kutztown and taking advantage of many opportunities there like earning awards, competing in public speaking competitions, and going to ACEs. Congratulations, Brinley!
We had some pretty special guests at our April 7 School Board meeting 💫
✨ Mrs. Donna Kline, our beloved High School Head Cook, was honored with a plaque recognizing her 31 years of dedicated service. From early mornings to lunch lines and everything in between — thank you for filling our hearts (and stomachs) for over three decades. You’ll be missed more than you know!
💥 We also celebrated our #NewHeights winners:
• Heidi Stufflet, Paraprofessional — praised for her kindness, reliability, and always going the extra mile to help her classroom #ReachNewHeights!
• Kelly Womack, K–3 STEM — known for her sincere heart, creative spirit, and unwavering support for both students and staff. A true rock star in every sense.
It’s moments like these that remind us how lucky we are at Brandywine Heights Area School District. 💙
🎶 Our Spring Concert is tonight at 7:00 PM — and we’d love to have you join us!
Can’t make it in person? No worries — you can catch the live stream here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOJ29UrmtXE
Thank you for supporting our talented students! 💙🎵
🎉 District Wide Spirit Day is THIS Friday, May 2nd!
Wear your BHASD gear, rep your colors, and show that Bullet pride
Be LOUD. Be PROUD. GO BULLETS!💥
In honor of Arbor Day, the 7th grade science students planted 14 new trees along our stretch of Toad Creek! 🌳 The planting is a continuation of the stream improvement plan which began last school year. Rooted in learning, growing a brighter future. ✨
Today was 8th Grade Transition Day at BHHS and we enjoyed giving a warm welcome to our future high school students! Students heard from current high schoolers attending BCTC, high school administrators, received a tour of the building, had a clubs/activities fair, and ended with an upperclassmen student panel. We hope you enjoyed your day and we can't wait to have you at the high school next year!
🐟 Trout in the Classroom Update!
Our little trout are thriving! These fry are now well into their growing stage—developing strong stripes and swimming with confidence. They'll be ready for their release into the wild by the end of May. 🏞️
Thanks to our students for helping raise the next generation of aquatic life—one splash at a time! 🌊
Miss McLean’s class had a deliciously educational day! 🥯🎨
They started their adventure with a behind-the-scenes tour of NY Bagelry, where they learned how bagels are made and explored the various career opportunities in the food industry. Afterward, the class visited the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts to check out the BCIU Art Show, where they admired incredible artwork created by talented high school students from across Berks County.
Graduation for the BHASD Class of 2025 will be held on June 2, 2025 at 6: 30 pm at Kutztown University in the O'Pake Fieldhouse, 15200 South Campus Drive, Kutztown, PA 19530. Tickets are required and doors will open to families at 5:45 pm. We look forward to this special event.
💥 NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES...
Some wear lanyards, rock spreadsheets, wrangle calendars, and somehow answer three phones while returning an email.
They're fast. They're focused. They're the behind-the-scenes warriors who keep the entire District running smoother than a brand-new copier.
🔥 Strength: Knowing the answer before you finish the question
⚡ Weakness: Empty pot of coffee
💪 Special Move: Turning chaos into calm
🎉 Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
You might not wear a cape, but trust us—we see your superpowers.
🛠️ “If you build it…”
Well, we are — and it’s looking good.
From fresh blacktop to towering lights and a scoreboard that’s ready for the spotlight, our stadium project is laying the groundwork for something legendary.
Our next Senior Spotlight is Devra Longacre. After graduation, Devra plans to further her education by attending an accredited, out-of-state dental hygiene program. Her favorite memory from BHASD was traveling out west on the National Parks Trip during the springtime of her junior year. Congratulations, Devra!
