The Middle School K’Nex club recently traveled to the Berks County Intermediate Unit to participate in the 2025 STEM Design Challenge.
Students were tasked to focus on Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (UN Sustainable Development Goal 9) by designing a prototype that addresses a real-world problem related to infrastructure, transportation, or urban development. The goal is to inspire students to think about how cities, roads, bridges, and systems can be built or improved to be more efficient, sustainable, and accessible.
Overall, the students did a great job!
🌾Growing Connections
Brandywine Heights students had the unique opportunity to meet Pennsylvania’s Secretary of Agriculture, Mr. Russell Redding, at Fleetwood Bank’s Agriculture Appreciation Dinner held at the Oley Fair Center.
A great evening celebrating agriculture, community, and future leaders! 🌾
Out and about—and learning every step of the way! 🚌✨
Students in our special education classes are gaining real-world skills through community-based trips like bowling outings and restaurant visits. These experiences help build independence, confidence, and social skills—all while having a great time!
From ordering food to navigating new spaces, each trip is a hands-on lesson in life skills that matter. 💬🍴🎳
Intermediate yearbooks can be ordered for $20 by scanning the QR code or visiting https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/brandywineheightsis. Info flyers should be coming home with your 4th & 5th graders soon! Any questions please email Nicole at bhasdisyearbook@gmail.com. The deadline to purchase Intermediate yearbooks is April 11th.
The district is holding the Education Showcase and Mindfulness Family Night April 3rd, from 5:00-7:00 pm at the High School. The first 100 people will be getting a free Philly pretzel at the door. Enter our raffles for a chance to win exciting prizes including a family 4 pack to Dorney Park, $100 Target gift card, lawn games, and more. Check out the Bounce House, Kutztown Martial Arts, and Luci the Therapy Dog. See flyer for more information.
Please vote for our Middle School What's So Cool About Manufacturing Video about Glen Gery Brickworks. Students learned so much visiting the facility and created a promotional video about what it is like to work there. Please vote for these awesome students by clicking the link to view their awesome creation and VOTE!
https://www.whatssocool.org/contests/berks-schuylkill/
👟 FREE Shoe Giveaway! 👟
We’re excited to announce a FREE SHOE GIVEAWAY at Brandywine Heights High School – and yes, there will be TOYS too! 🎉
📍 103 Old Topton Rd., Mertztown
🚪 Enter through the main entrance
🕐 First come, first serve – while supplies last!
👣 Limit: 2 pairs per person
Brought to you by Real Church 516 ❤️ Spread the word and bring your family & friends!
🎨✨ In Celebration of Youth Art Month… we’re taking another look inside our classrooms!
In Mrs. Greiss' Drawing & Painting I class, students are putting their skills to the test with their first "choice" painting. 🖌️🎭 From brainstorming 💡 to composition thumbnails 🖼️ and color schemes 🎨, they’ve carefully planned out pieces that are meaningful to them.
With about a week left until completion, we can’t wait to see their final masterpieces! Stay tuned… 👀
🎶 March is Music in Our Schools Month! 🎶
We’re celebrating the power of music, and Music Spirit Week is coming up next week! 🎼✨ Stay tuned for more details! 👀🎤
🏗️ Attention Contractors & Construction Pros! 🏗️
Brandywine Heights Area School District is seeking proposals for a Multi-Use Building at the High School 400m Track & Athletic Field. If you or someone you know is in the industry and wants to submit a bid, now is the time!
📅 Proposal Deadline: March 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM
🔗 More Info & Proposal Documents: bhasd.org/page/request-for-bids-proposals
📧 Questions? Contact Dean Molitoris, Director of Buildings & Grounds at deamol@bhasd.org.
Know someone who might be interested? Tag them below! ⬇️
The district is holding the Education Showcase and Mindfulness Family Night April 3rd, from 5:00-7:00 pm at the High School. Raffles, Bounce House, and Food Trucks will be on site. Please see the flyer for more information.
Feeling lucky today? 🍀 Wishing our Brandywine Heights community a St. Patrick’s Day filled with good fortune, big smiles, and maybe even a little magic! 💚
Need a little extra help with groceries? 🍎🥦
The Helping Harvest Mobile Market is coming to Brandywine Heights IS/MS on March 18 from 11 AM – 1 PM! Fresh, free food is available for those who qualify—households at or below 185% of the federal poverty level can stop by and pick up food with no proof of income required, just a quick form.
📍 IS/MS Building
📅 March 18, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Scan the QR code for details or visit: https://helpingharvest.org/
💙 No sign-ups, no hassle—just come by! Help spread the word to anyone who could use a little support. #BHASD #HelpingHarvest #CommunitySupport
Serving Up a Slice of Knowledge...Happy Pi Day BHASD!🥧🎉 #PiDay #BHASD
🎲 Jenga... but make it educational! Today in Freshman Seminar, we took this classic game and gave it a stress-related twist.
Students pulled a “stressor” card, each assigned a specific number of blocks to remove from the tower. Then, they evaluated how truly stressful their card was compared to others. In small groups, they ranked stressors from most to least stressful—but the real test?
👉 What actually made the tower fall? Was it the biggest stressor, or just the last one added? 🤯
To tie it all together, we introduced the phrase “the straw that broke the camel’s back”—helping students reflect on how stress builds up over time.
Great discussions, critical thinking, and a little friendly competition? Sounds like a win!
🎨 Celebrating Youth Art Month: Elementary Edition! 🖌️
Creativity is in full swing at Brandywine Heights Area School District! Our elementary artists have been busy exploring textures, colors, and techniques, turning everyday materials into masterpieces. From bold black-and-white prints to vibrant abstract designs, their creativity knows no bounds!
Stay tuned as we continue showcasing student artwork throughout Youth Art Month—because every brushstroke tells a story! 🖍️✨
Did you know Topton still has a swim team? Topton merged with Fleetwood in 2021 as Fleetwood Topton Swim, The Wave and REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
🏆 BHASD Honored with PASBO School Operations Impact Award! 🏆
We’re proud to share that Brandywine Heights Area School District has been recognized at the PASBO 70th Annual Conference with the School Operations Impact Award for our Feeding Futures: Grab & Go Summer Meal Program!
This initiative provided over 22,000 meals to students in need, ensuring that access to fresh, nutritious food didn’t stop when the school year ended. As we celebrate this achievement, it’s fitting that March is also National Nutrition Month—a reminder of the vital role school meal programs play in fueling student success year-round.
A huge thank you to our Food Service & Support Team for their hard work and dedication in making this program possible. Your commitment to our students and community is truly inspiring! 💙👏
⏰Early Dismissal – March 14, 2025
Reminder: Students will be dismissed early on Friday, March 14.
Dismissal Times:
• HS – 11:45 AM
• MS – 12:00 PM
• IS – 1:00 PM
• ES – 1:05 PM
Plan accordingly and enjoy the extra time off!
🚔 Welcome, Officer Curcio! 🚔
At the March 3rd Board Meeting, we officially introduced Officer Anthony Curcio as Brandywine Heights' new School Safety and Security Officer!
Superintendent Mr. Potteiger highlighted Officer Curcio’s seamless transition into the school community, and with an extensive background in law enforcement, he brings experience, dedication, and a student-focused approach to the role.
Already making an impact, Officer Curcio has been building strong relationships with students and staff—from daily fist bumps to friendly games of basketball. His presence ensures that safety isn’t just about security measures, but also about fostering trust and positive connections.
We’re grateful to have Officer Curcio on our team and look forward to the continued impact he will make! 👏🔵 #BHASD #GoBullets #SchoolSafety
