Palisades School District

FOR MORE ATHLETICS SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS - Click on this link for information and registration for camps offered by PSD this summer:  Athletics Summer Camp Flyer 2024





  

BEST WISHES TO THE CLASS OF 2024!

Dear Graduates:  We have enjoyed celebrating your senior year with all of you - your successes have been memorable!  We are so thankful for your work ethic, your persistence and your outstanding capabilities!  Good luck to all of you...YOU ARE PREPARED TO SUCCEED!  Cheers to the Class of 2024!

Pictured above:  (photos courtesy of Mrs. Dawn Smigo)

Top photo: Grace Balsamo and Tyler Bonelli 
2ND photo: Cora Anderson
3RD photo L to R: Gavin Lee, Alexander Riexinger, Troy Macik, Kyle Kirsch and Trevor Johnson in front
Left photo: Kaylei Gruver and Holly Pason
Right photo: Mason Campbell



Check out the video above produced by our PSDtv video students!  The student walk was a blast!  Congratulations across the district for our Senior Class 2024!

SHARE YOUR STORY:  We are looking for stories from past graduates of Palisades High School - you can submit a story for yourself, for a friend, a child, a relative or someone who has made a difference for you!  Use this link to share your story - https://forms.gle/xvor4FKSKc1VqEHB9

Special thanks to Palisades Community Foundation for supplying iced cold water to our spectators at the graduation!  Such a nice touch!

WE ARE HERE FOR PALISADES!  Supporting Arts, Education and Wellness in the Palisades community!  To make a tax-free donation, please go to Palisades Community Foundation

PRE SCHOOL GRADS TAKE THE STAGE!!!

From the bigs to the littles!  We celebrated our Pre K Counts Graduation last week also!  Pictured above is graduate, Marlowe Vandenberg and her family.  Marlowe will be in the Class of 2037 from Palisades High School in a few years...we wish her and her family all the best!  Go Marlowe!

CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW FOR PRE K COUNTS AT DURHAM NOCKAMIXON!

IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR KINDERGARTEN FOR THE CLASS OF 2037!

Resident children of the Palisades School district who will attain a chronological age of five years BEFORE September 1, 2024 are eligible to attend kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. For a complete list of requirements and registration information, please visit our website  NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION

SCHOOL BOARD UPDATE: 

School Board Approved Calendar for 2024-25 - Calendar 2024-25



The following upcoming meetings are open to the public.  To review the agenda/sign up for comment, please go to the School Board section of our website and click on Board Docs or use this link - Board Docs (information regarding how to make a public comment is found on the agenda document; they are listed by date.)

All meeting minutes and agendas are posted here:  Board Docs

UPCOMING MEETING DATES/TIMES/LOCATIONS:

06/11/24 - Education Programs and Services Committee Meeting - 6:30PM in the PHS Library - CANCELLED
06/17/24 - Fiscal Oversight Committee - 9AM in the District Office Conf. Room
06/18/24 - Bucks County IU Meeting - 7PM BCIU Board Room
06/19/24 - Regular School Board Meeting - 7PM in the PHS Auditorium
06/20/24 - Joint Operating Committee Meeting - 7PM UBCTS Main Conference Room

The Palisades School District invites applications for the position of full-time, contracted, High School Math Teacher. Qualified applicants should be well versed in the pedagogy of math instruction, with the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a variety of learners.  Additionally, the preferred candidate will have the ability to teach all levels of courses, including, but not limited to, advanced placement.  The preferred candidate must also be collegial, adaptable, and student-centered in their approach to teaching and learning. 

 

Please be aware that all applicants MUST submit the required documents as per the posting to be considered for an interview, which includes a copy of certification and clearances as per the guidelines below. Recent graduates who have not yet received their teaching certificate from PDE must include a letter from their college demonstrating proof of submission to PDE having met all requirements or a copy of receipt of application to PDE. 

 

The position begins at the start of the 2024/25 school year.  Additionally, the selected candidate will participate in the Palisades Induction Program (three days in mid-August, 2024).

 

Those applicants interested in applying for the position should send the following through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1374: their letter of application, PA standard application, resume, transcripts, teacher certification, 3 references, and clearances (current within the PAST 12 MONTHS of the closing date of the posting: Act 24, 34, 114 and 151), and disclosure form(s) to via Recruit and Hire no later than June 14, 2024. Letters can be addressed to Mr. Richard Heffernan, Principal at Palisades High School.

 

Palisades requires a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

 

Link to apply for clearances: https://www.palisd.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=193289

 

EOE

The Palisades School District has the following nurse positions available effective the beginning of the 2024/2025 school year:

*  1- Full-time, 10 month, 6.5 hours/day, nurse at Durham Nockamixon Elementary School * 1- Full-time, 10 month, 6.5 hours/day, nurse at Tinicum Elementary School * 1- Part-time, 10 month, nurse for the District and non-public schools

Candidates must have a current PA Registered Nurse License or a Licensed Practical Nurse, in addition to a valid BLS certification and CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. Primary responsibilities include: Work with students, parents and physicians/dentists to get required medical and dental examinations done; Maintain comprehensive health records, medical emergency forms and records of school nursing services for the treatment of each student; Provide direct services to students, using the nursing process to provide care to the school community in accordance with current medical practice and nursing standards, relevant statutes, and regulation; Assist the Certified School Nurse in collecting data to help plan and evaluate the school health program; Assist the Certified School Nurse in preparing required reports for the school district; PA Dept. of Health, Div. of School Health; and PA Dept. of Education; Administer medications and perform procedures according to physician orders and school district policies and procedures; Ensure physician orders for individual student medications and/or treatments comply with requirements for administration; and carry out 504 Service Agreements, individualized health care plans and emergency care plans for students with special health care needs. Candidates must learn and implement technology skills required to use district software, including SNAP, and be willing to travel to the schools within the District, as needed. 

NOTE: In your letter of interest, please indicate which positions you are interested in applying for so the review committee can be certain to note that when setting up interviews.

These are support staff contracted positions. The full-time positions receive all health benefits as per the collective bargaining agreement.  Hourly rate: $23.90/hour after a successful probationary period as per contract.

Applying Instructions:

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1379: letter of interest, completed application, and 3 non-family member references (name, phone number and/or email address, job title), resume (optional). Applicants with incomplete or missing information will not be considered for an interview. If needed, please contact Sue Keogh, HR Associate, at 610-847-5131, extension 4028 for technical assistance completing the application. Deadline to apply is June 17, 2024.

Clearances will be required prior to beginning employment. Clearances may take up to two weeks for processing, so we strongly encourage interested applicants to start this process immediately. Required clearances include: Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151 (dated within the past 12 months of the closing date of this posting. Complete clearances  for “employment” not “volunteer”) and disclosure form(s) Act 168.  

Letters of interest can be addressed to Mr. Lou deFonteny,  Director of Student Services.

Palisades requires a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

Link to required clearances: https://www.palisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=57098&pageId=193289

EOE

Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Full-time, 1.0 FTE, contracted position beginning the start of the 2024/2025 school year for the Palisades School District. Primary responsibilities include working with students, parents, staff, administrators, and community services, throughout the district, to conduct functional behavioral assessments and  develop educationally appropriate behavioral intervention plans for students with emotional and behavioral based needs. The successful candidate will serve all students K-12 with a primary focus on conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and assisting IEP teams in the development and implementation of positive behavioral support plans. Other duties may include being an active member on the District’s PBIS teams, providing professional development on effective behavioral strategies and other duties as assigned.

The qualified applicant must be certified a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and have a current PA certification in general education, special education, or school psychology. 

The selected candidate will participate in the Palisades Induction Program (three days in mid-August, 2024).

Those applicants interested in applying for the position should send the following through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1378: their letter of application, PA standard application, resume, transcripts, teacher certification, 3 references, and clearances (current within the PAST 12 MONTHS of the closing date of the posting: Act 24, 34, 114 and 151), and disclosure form(s) to via Recruit and Hire no later than June 12, 2024. Letters of interest can be addressed to Mr. Lou deFonteny, Director of Student Services. 

Palisades requires a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

Link to required clearances: https://www.palisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=57098&pageId=193289

EOE

2024/2025 School Year:  Fall Coaching Positions 

Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, an athletic resume listing coaching experience, and 3 non-family member references (name, phone number and/or email address, job title). Applicants with incomplete or missing information will not be considered for an interview. Position posted until filled.

Clearances will be required prior to beginning employment. Clearances may take up to two weeks for processing, so we strongly encourage interested applicants to start this process immediately. Required clearances include: Acts 24, 34, 114 & 151 (dated within the past 12 months of the closing date of this posting. Complete clearances  for “employment” not “volunteer”) and disclosure form(s) Act 168. If needed, please contact Sue Keogh, HR Associate, at 610-847-5131, extension 4028 for technical assistance completing the application. 

 

Letters of interest can be addressed to Mr. Brian Gilbert and emailed to [email protected] 

Palisades requires a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment

Link to clearances: https://www.palisd.org/our_district/employment_opportunities/employment_forms_clearances/

EOE

GETTING READY FOR THE TINICUM ARTS FESTIVAL... 

** The Tinicum Civic Association is getting ready for the Tinicum Arts Festival - July 13th & 14th!  A Great Bucks County Tradition where the whole family can enjoy themselves AND the community receives the benefits!

For the treasure seekers and spring cleaners the White Elephant & Book Wagon tents are festival favorites. Get ready and clean out those closets, attics and bookshelves.

All SUNDAYS, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 10-1, volunteers are collecting all kinds of Books, paperback novels, hardcover books so bring your donations to the back of the barn at Tinicum Park.  NO magazines, Reader's Digest or Encyclopedias/textbooks.

As for the White Elephant collection dates will take place on All Sundays in JUNE from 10 am- 12 noon by dropping off your donations at 226 East Dark Hollow Road in Pipersville, PA. Tools, vintage items, clever kitchen gadgets, home décor items and attic treasures will be accepted! (no baby cribs/strollers & no electronics & no exercise equipment)

So this month get into those closets, barns and attics and find some treasures to pass along AND join us on July 13th & 14th and have some fun - all for a great cause!











Click here for event details:  Bats Across Bucks County

The pilots at Van Sant Airfield in Erwinna (https://www.vansantairport.com), with The Ninety-Nines (https://www.ninety-nines.org), an international organization of women pilots who promote the advancement of aviation through education, scholarships, and mutual support, are holding an event at Van San Airfield on Friday, August 9, 2024. Our target audience for the event is young women from the age of 14. The event is called Women’s Aviation Day.

This will be a free, fun, day-long introduction to aviation through various presentations and discussions with a panel of women from general aviation pilots to professionals working in commercial aviation, air traffic control, the military and maintenance. The day will be structured to encourage discussion and break down the barriers that might deter women from pursuing opportunities in the field - from pilots to the engineers and scientists that make all of aviation possible.  Then the attendees will experience a 15-20 minute flight over Bucks County.

The airplanes at Van Sant Airfield include a number of beautiful vintage airplanes such as a 1929 Travel Air, Stearmans, a Waco, Piper Cubs and more, some of which will be used for the flights.

Registration and information link:  https://vansantairport.com/letsflynow.html

Girls Empowered 2024 - Registration is Now Open for Summer Camps!.pdf

Sponsorship and registration information is included in the link above.




YMCA IS HIRING SUMMER COUNSELORS - AGE 18 AND UP - Please contact [email protected]  

PLEASE NOTE:  Upperclassmen from high school may reach out for employment as well!





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