🎓💼 Now Accepting Applications: BCTC C Marty Kester Employment Award! 💼🎓

Are you a graduating senior in Berks County ready to take the next step into the workforce? The BCTCC Marty Kester Employment Award is here to support YOU!

This $500 financial award recognizes students who demonstrate determination, resilience, and a strong commitment to pursuing a career aligned with their skills and aspirations.

✨ What can the funds be used for?
This award is designed to help launch your employment journey, including:

- Interview or work clothing
- Tools needed for your job
- Transportation costs
- And other employment-related expenses

✅ Eligibility Requirements:

- Graduating High School Senior
- Resident of Berks County
- Must have a documented disability

This is a great opportunity to be recognized for your hard work and to receive support as you begin your career path!

📣 Don’t miss out—apply today and take the next step toward your future!

#BCTC #MartyKesterAward #BerksCounty #StudentSuccess #CareerReady #TransitionToWork
6 days ago, Mandi Kercher
BCTCC Marty Kester Award Information
BHASD Education Showcase & Mindfulness Night

Join us for our 6th Annual Education Showcase & Mindfulness Night on April 9th from 5:00–7:00 PM at the high school! This special evening offers families the opportunity to explore student work, enjoy live performances, and discover strategies that promote relaxation, focus, and overall well-being for both students and families.

🌟 Again this year! Enjoy delicious food options from local food trucks and our student run Bakery Box. Enter for a chance to win exciting door prizes throughout the evening!

To help us plan, please let us know if you’ll be attending by completing the form linked through the QR code on the flyer.

We look forward to an evening of learning, connection, and fun—see you there!
10 days ago, Mandi Kercher
2026 Mindfulness Night

BHASD Education Showcase & Mindfulness Night

We are excited to invite our families to the 6th annual event April 9th at the high school from 5 -7 PM! This evening will provide an opportunity to explore student work, listen to performances, and learn about strategies that support relaxation, focus, and overall well-being for both students and families.

To help us plan for the event, please let us know if you will be attending by completing the form linked through the QR code on the flyer provided.

We look forward to seeing you there!

14 days ago, Mandi Kercher
2026 Education Showcase and Mindfulness Night

BHVA Students enjoyed an afternoon art lesson with Mrs. Greiss on encaustic drawing. They explored the art of painting with melted wax, softening everyday crayons to create new textures and bright color combinations.

18 days ago, Heidi Hoffstetter
Students learning about encaustic drawing.
Students experimenting with color and texture.
Early Dismissal Tomorrow!

Please plan ahead—dismissal will follow the adjusted schedule.

Thanks for your support and flexibility!
19 days ago, Andrea Hartline
Early Dismissal
🌟 Camp SPARK Registration is Open! 🌟

We are excited to announce that Camp SPARK registration is now open! Camp SPARK is a fun and engaging summer learning opportunity designed to keep students active, curious, and connected while school is out.

Students will participate in hands-on learning experiences, creative activities, and collaborative projects that spark curiosity and support continued growth throughout the summer.

📅 Dates: July 6 - July 23 (Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 12 PM)
📍 Location: Intermediate / Middle School
👧👦 Who Can Attend: Kindergarten - 8th grade

We encourage families to register early to assist us with planning an amazing experience.

🔗 Register here: [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScE3fyNR9aMIg2_8c58b51k9eBtvDPNjL0L0lArSXGn0dJ3RA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104945755766725037545]

We look forward to a summer full of learning, creativity, and fun at Camp Spark! ☀️✨
21 days ago, Mandi Kercher
Camp Spark 2026 Registration

Weather Update | Afterschool Activities - CANCELED

Due to the predicted severe weather for this afternoon and evening, all afterschool activities will be postponed/canceled for this evening.

The School Board Budget Meeting scheduled for this evening will be rescheduled.

Stay Safe!

22 days ago, Andrea Hartline
Afterschool activities- canceled
BHVA Enrichment Students learned about the art and history of making stained glass. Students were then able to create their own faux stained glass pieces with acrylic sheets, translucent paint and black pipable leading. The weather may be cold and bleak, but these creations burst with life and color!
25 days ago, Heidi Hoffstetter
Mrs. Greiss teaches brush techniques for applying translucent paint.
Students learn how to apply translucent paint.
A pop of color to brighten any day.
Students had the opportunity to create their own unique designs.
Students mixed paints to create brilliants colors for their creations.
Bold color choices produce vibrant results.
Finished work!
Weather Update | 2-Hour Delay

Based on the forecast for snow and ice this morning, Brandywine Heights Area School District will operate on a 2-Hour Delay Tuesday, March 3rd.

Please stay safe!
about 1 month ago, Andrea Hartline
2 Hour Delay
Based on the forecast for high amounts of snow throughout the evening and night , the Brandywine Heights Area School District will be holding a Virtual Weather Day on Monday, February 23, 2026. The following is pertinent schedule information for the virtual snow day.
- A Virtual Schedule will be implemented, beginning at 8:30AM - 11:30AM for all students K-12.
- We would ask that any student who needs extra assistance or support in the afternoon should please email their teacher to set up a time and virtual link to meet.
- BCTC students please monitor plans sent from BCTC.
- For building-specific information relative to schedule, please visit our website.
- Physical offices will be closed; however, office staff will be working remotely and will be available.
about 1 month ago, Andrea Hartline
Virtual Winter Weather Day
BHVA Students continued learning about physical fitness. Students learned about the importance of dynamic stretching before working out and practiced various stretches for the whole body. We had a blast playing various indoor fitness games like Land, Air, & Sea, Indoor Tennis, and Fitness Monopoly. Punxsutawney Phil can't hold us back!
about 2 months ago, Heidi Hoffstetter
Students practicing leg swings as we learn about utilizing dynamic stretching before physical fitness.
Teamwork makes a game of indoor tennis so much for fun.
Students enjoy a game of indoor tennis.

One of the many perks to taking your online classes in the Virtual Academy classroom is a surprise visit from our chamber singers with singing Valentines! Thank you, BHHS Chamber Singers, for delighting us with your beautiful voices.

about 2 months ago, Heidi Hoffstetter
BHHS Chamber Singers gifting our students a singing Valentine.
Early Dismissal Tomorrow!

Please plan ahead—dismissal will follow the adjusted schedule.

Thanks for your support and flexibility!
about 2 months ago, Andrea Hartline
Early Dismissal
Weather Update | 2-Hour Delay

Due to the extreme cold, Brandywine Heights Area School District will operate on a 2-hour delay Monday, February 9th.

Please stay safe and warm!
about 2 months ago, Andrea Hartline
2- Hour Delay
Weather Update | 2-Hour Delay

Due to extreme cold, the Brandywine Heights Area School District will operate on a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, January 28; Thursday, January 29; and Friday, January 30.

The delay allows time for buses to warm, improved visibility for drivers, and safer conditions for students. This advance notice is to help families plan for the week.

🍎 Free breakfast will be available to all students each morning.

Please stay safe and warm. ❄️💙
2 months ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
2 hr delay
The Brandywine Heights Area School District will be holding a Virtual Weather Day on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Road conditions greatly vary across the District with some areas that are good conditions but a lot of others that are very snow packed and slippery.

• A Virtual Schedule will be implemented, beginning at 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM for all students K-12.
• We would ask that any student who needs extra assistance or support in the afternoon should please email their teacher to set up a time and virtual link to meet.
• BCTC students please monitor plans sent from BCTC
• For more building-specific information relative to schedules, please visit our website
• Physical Offices will be closed; however, office staff will be working remotely and will be available.
• After-school and evening activities will be evaluated and a decision will be made by 12:00 PM.
2 months ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Virtual Day
Snowy days feel like the perfect time to look back. ❄️

As part of our 70th anniversary, and with the help of the Longswamp Township Historical Society, we restored and digitized the only known copy of the District’s original dedication program. It offers a rare glimpse into the planning, pride, and purpose that shaped Brandywine Heights Area School District from the very beginning. Stay warm and take a moment to flip through this piece of our history: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/a17d0147a8.html#page/1
2 months ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
Dedication Program
School Board Meeting Update: Due to weather, the Budget Work Session and Regular School Board Meeting will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, beginning at 5:00 PM. The Budget Work Session will follow the Regular Meeting.
2 months ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
School Board

Due to the significant snowfall from the current storm and continued snow expected, Brandywine Heights Area School District will hold a Virtual Weather Day tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.

What to know:
• Virtual schedule for all students K–12: 8:30–11:30 AM
• Students needing additional support in the afternoon should email their teacher to schedule a virtual meeting
• BCTC students: please follow communication from BCTC
• Building-specific schedules are available on our website and through email
• Physical offices will be closed; staff will be working remotely
• All after-school and evening activities are canceled

Thank you for your flexibility and continued support. Stay safe and warm ❄️

2 months ago, Gina Oberto-Weller
virtual learning day
BHASD will be operating under a 2-hour delay tomorrow, January 20th, due to residual snow covered and slippery roads in the higher elevations of the District.
3 months ago, Carly Knecht
2 HR  Delay Graphic