Thursday our district came together to shine a light on the power of kindness, with each building embracing a unique theme that showcased creativity, connection, and compassion. Elementary students brought a Kindness Tree to life by adding personalized leaves to its branches. Each leaf represented a kind thought, action, or message—growing a beautiful visual reminder of how small acts can make a big impact. Students at the Intermediate & Middle School designed and decorated handprints that are now proudly displayed in the cafeteria. The Be the "I" in Kind mural invites everyone to literally and figuratively stand in the I, reinforcing that each person plays an essential role in spreading kindness. Finally, students at the High School put Kindness into Action and gathered on the turf field for a photo.
Across all grade levels, our students showed what it means to lift each other up and contribute to a community where everyone belongs. Thank you to our staff and students for making Kindness Day meaningful, memorable, and inspiring!
Don’t forget – canned items are being collected from Nov. 10 – Nov. 21 to help fill 65 Holiday Boxes for the Brandywine Food Pantry!
✅ Each grade has one item to bring – check the flyer!
📍 Drop off at Various locations at each school
Let’s make a difference together – every can counts! 🥫❤️
All proceeds from this event will go directly to the recipient.
Please share with your friends and family. Make sure to show them the picture to have the donation count!
We were honored to have 69 news cover the event yesterday. If you missed it check it out here -->https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/area-school-district-dedicates-day-to-honoring-veterans-through-song-speeches-and-art/article_4d894df8-a4a4-4d4e-ab62-10691d115165.html
Stay tuned to see more special moments from the day!
If you are able, help support the Brandywine Food Pantry this holiday season!
Each grade level is responsible for bringing one specific item listed on the flyer. Our goal is to donate 65 Holiday Boxes to families in need.
📅 Collection Dates: November 10 – November 21
📍 Drop-off Location: Various locations at each school
Let’s work together to make this holiday season brighter for our community!
If you are able, help support the Brandywine Food Pantry this holiday season! Each grade level is responsible for bringing one specific item listed on the flyer. Our goal is to donate 65 Holiday Boxes to families in need.
📅 Collection Dates: November 10 – November 21
📍 Drop-off Location: Various locations at each school
Let’s work together to make this holiday season brighter for our community!
🎵 The Brandywine Heights Music Boosters are sponsoring their annual fresh fruit fundraiser! 🍊🍐 You can place orders online at freshfruitorder.org/bhmd.
📅 Orders due 11/16/25
🪙 Profits go directly to music students
✅ Select the student who will receive credit for your order at checkout
📦 Orders delivered the week of 12/8/25
Thank you for supporting the BHASD Music Department! 🎼 ✨
Dear Brandywine Heights Families,
On Wednesday, November 13, the Brandywine Heights Area School District will join people around the globe in celebrating World Kindness Day! This special day is a wonderful opportunity to recognize the power of kindness and to remind one another that even small acts can make a big difference.
Each of our schools has planned meaningful activities to highlight what kindness means to our students and how it can grow throughout our community:
🌱 Elementary School – “Giving Life to Kindness”
Elementary students will bring a Kindness Tree to life in the school cafeteria! Each student will reflect on the prompt “Kindness is…” and share their thoughts by adding a personalized leaf to the tree’s branches. Together, their words will form a beautiful display of compassion and creativity.
✋ Intermediate & Middle School – “Be the ‘I’ in KIND”
Intermediate and Middle School students will “be the ‘I’ in KIND” by adding their handprints to a special backdrop in the IS/MS cafeteria. This interactive display will give every student the chance to leave their mark and celebrate the spirit of kindness with a fun photo opportunity!
💛 High School – “Kindness in Action”
At the High School, all grade levels will come together on the new turf field to form the word “KIND.” A drone photo will capture this powerful image of Kindness in Action as students join in a memorable display of unity and compassion.
(Please note: The photo will be taken prior to BCTC students departing at 10:00 a.m.)
We are so proud of our students and staff for making kindness a cornerstone of our district’s culture. Thank you for your continued support in helping us spread positivity and compassion—today and every day!
With gratitude,
Brandywine Heights Area School District
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📅 Date: Monday, November 3, 2025
🕒 Time: 5:15 pm (prior to School Board Meeting)
📍 Location: Middle School/District Meeting Room
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Join us on Wednesday, October 29th from 6:00–8:00 PM for a spooktacular evening of fun, frights, and community spirit! 🕸️✨
Hosted by the Brandywine Heights High School Student Council, this family-friendly event will feature:
🧙♀️ Trick-or-treating through the halls
🎨 Fun games and activities
🍬 Candy, costumes, and more!
Come in your favorite costume and enjoy a safe and festive night with the Brandywine Heights Area community!
📍 Location: Brandywine Heights High School
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, October 29th
🕕 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
We can’t wait to see you there — if you dare! 🦇🎃
BHVA Students explored the process of comic strip making. Using heroes they previously designed, students created a short panel strip that tells a brief adventure, joke, or observation. Effective comics combine visual art and concise writing to effectively drive their story from beginning to close. Let the image do the heavy lifting. Every word must advance the plot or deliver the punchline. Students explored why artists also often use limited color palettes; from efficiency of printing, like the use of "Ben-Day Dots", to creating strong compositional emphasis and focal points. Students also looked at styles of bubble types and how speech/thought bubbles and their expressive qualities can add mood and tone to their character's dialogue and action words.
Caron ‘s Youth Education Program helps youth ages 7-17 cope with a loved one’s substance use at no cost to families. See the flyer for details.
Registration: https://www.caron.org/forms/youth-education-program
Questions: Wendi Line at wline@caron.org or 484.345.2749
We're delighted to welcome our newest family to join the Virtual Academy this year! We look forward to fun year of learning online, exploring enrichment events and exciting field trips!
