Palisades School District

ATTENTION PARENTS AND GUARDIANS - ANNUAL SAFETY AND SECURITY ADDRESS FROM SUPERINTENDENT O'CONNELL:   Please click on this link for important information regarding our focus on this topic -  Fall Safety and Security Letter 2023.pdf


 

PSD WINS PINNACLE AWARD FROM BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BUCKS COUNTY!

Palisades School District was named a Pinnacle Award winner at last Thursday's Gala Event held at Warrington CC.  This is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Big Brothers Big Sisters - notably, it costs approximately $2500 to set up and train a BIG to make a match with a LITTLE for one year, but this amount of money can make a life changing difference for a child!  The profound effect this program has on high school students as leaders and on elementary students as recipients of mentoring.

We are so proud and honored to receive this award which is presented to "select individuals or organizations whose contributions of time, talent, or treasure has made a significant positive impact to benefit youth in our community over the past year."

Pictured above (l to r):  Dr. Bridget O'Connell (Superintendent), Donna Holmes (grant funding), Marie Collie (Principal of Durham Nox), Amber Schlosser (Assistant Principal of PHS) and Silvia LeBlanc (School Board President).  Not pictured is Sandi Shaeffer (Math Teacher PHS/PALMS) - Sandi never took her foot of of the gas when organizing this program with BBBS; even COVID could not hold her back!  Thanks Sandi for your effort on behalf of our students!

UPCOMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE:  All residents are invited to attend these public meetings. 

11/08/23 - Education Programs Services Meeting at 6:30PM at PHS Library
11/13/23 - Fiscal Oversight Committee Meeting at 9AM at District Office - NEW DATE (formerly scheduled for 11/15 at 6PM)
11/15/23 - Policy Committee Meeting at 5:30PM at PHS Library - NEW DATE (formerly scheduled for 11/01)
11/15/23 - Regular School Board Meeting at 7PM at PHS Auditorium
11/16/23 - Joint Operating Committee at 7PM at UBCTS
11/21/23 - BCIU Board Meeting at 7PM at Bucks County Intermediate Unit
12/04/23 - School Board Reorganization and Regular Board Meeting at 7PM at PHS Auditorium

Technical School October’s Newsletter

Please click this link for the Upper Bucks County Technical School’s NEWSLETTER.

JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS...

HOLIDAYS ARE COMING SOON! Don't miss the opportunity to order your yummy treats from the RISE Bakery at UBCTS - RISE Menu and Date Sales.pdf
Visit RISE Bakery: Upper Bucks County Technical School 3115 Ridge Road * Perkasie, PA 19844 Open times - call to confirm - 9-10:15AM & 1-2:30PM 215-795-2911, ext. 277


Boys Soccer - District XI 1A Championship

Congratulations to our Boys Soccer team who competed in the District XI 1A soccer championship on Wednesday evening versus Moravian Academy. The team lost a hard-fought game to Moravian Academy 4-1.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP SUMMIT:

On Thursday, three members of our Kids for Kindness Club attended the Special Olympics Youth Leadership Summit at Bucks County Community College. Students had the opportunity to participate in numerous activities to help build leadership skills needed to promote a Unified environment within our school. Once we got back to the high school, Grace, Ello, and Cameron shared what they learned with the rest of the group. The club members are very eager to begin planning school engagement activities for the entire school to continue to promote inclusion for all students within our school building.

Tickets are on sale for the PHS Fall Play - November 10th & 11th shows

"The One Act Play Disaster"

Playing Friday, November 10th at 7 PM, and Saturday, November 11th at 2 PM

Visit the online box office: palisd.ludus.com

  *  Adult/General Admission: $15, Student/Seniors $10

  *  Tickets sold ahead of time help us prepare for the production

  *  Tickets sold at the door

The play is Student Co-Directed by Owen Brandes and Aiden Nokhoudian. Student Co-Producers are Cora Anderson and Mason Campbell, and the Student Stage Manager is Eva Oschmann. PHS Theatre Staff includes Neil Hong, Cheryl Stevens, Todd Stevens, and Jacob Thompson.

Click here to place your order today:  Baseball Pampered Chef.pdf

Marching Band Competition Results

Congratulations to the Marching Pirates for taking High Percussion at the Nazareth SoundFest Marching Band competition! The band also improved their score by 10 points. Wish them luck as they head to Cavalcade Marching Band Championships on Saturday, Nov. 4th!

 

 
NEW CLASSES ANNOUNCED NEXT WEEK!

Continuing and open classes:

Yoga Mondays - 10/16 to 12/18
Location:  PHS Cafeteria
Instructor:  Lisa Beasley
Time:  6-7PM
Cost:  $60 for 10 sessions (walk ins welcome)

Volleyball Tuesdays/Thursdays

BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP:

Director:  Coach Bob Musantry
Location:  High School Purple Gym
Dates:  November 4th and 5th UPDATED!
Time:  9AM-noon

Description:  Skills Clinic - skills and drills for players in grades 3 to 6.  Cost is $50 per camper; $40 per camper if registering more than one player.  Questions?  Please contact Coach Musantry at [email protected]

REGISTRATION FORM:  Basketball Camp 2023.pdf



PALMS/PHS STUDENTS VISIT PENN MUSEUM:  

If you have not had the opportunity to visit the Penn Museum in Philadelphia...try to do it!  Penn Museum, formerly known as The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, is an archaeology and anthropology museum at the University of Pennsylvania. It is located on Penn's campus in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, at the intersection of 33rd and South Streets.

Special thanks to Mrs. Kesilman for arranging this outstanding experience for our PAL students!  There is so much to see and enjoy for all of us history geeks! Ancient artifacts from countries like Egypt, Africa, Asia and Mesopotamia are on display at this very interesting, magical museum!  TOTALLY worth the trip!

Speaking of Mesopotamia...you too are welcome to get this hit single stuck in your head - Ancient Mesopotamia Song



TINICUM STAFF FIGHTS FOR A CURE FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER:

Shout out to our Tinicum Tigers for taking a stand on fighting childhood cancer - community, caring and cause...let's CURE IT!!!



MORE HALLOWEEN FUN AT SPRINGFIELD:

Our team of Super Heroes descended upon Springfield Elementary for some Halloween fun!  Our teachers and staff really are super heroes!  Great job folks!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT PALISADES:  

Instructional Assistant (IA)/Paraprofessional (DEADLINE EXTENDED) – part-time, 10 month, 5.5 hours/student day, instructional assistant/paraprofessional at Durham Nockamixon Elementary, available as soon as possible. IA will assist student(s) in individual and small group settings with students with special needs. The ability to work calmly with student(s) exhibiting behavioral and academic challenges and an ability to follow the direction of professional staff is needed. Although not required, those with a teaching certification are encouraged to apply. Hourly rate: $21.90/hour after a probationary period, as per contract. 

Applicants must have strong technology skills, be highly qualified as defined by federal standards, which require either two completed years of study at an institution of higher education, an associate’s (or higher) degree, or PDE Highly Qualified certification.

Applying Instructions:

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1353: letter of interest, completed application, resume, proof of being highly qualified, 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. If needed, please contact Sue Keogh, HR Associate, at 610-847-5131, extension 4028 for technical assistance completing the application. Job 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.  

Letters of interest can be addressed to Mrs. Marie Collie, Principal.

 

Current support staff employees may submit a bid form.

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

Part-time Nurse - (Non-Certified):  part-time, 15-25 hours per week, beginning as soon as possible. Candidates will not work during holiday breaks per the Palisades calendar. Hourly rate: $23.90 per hour after a successful probationary period per contract.

Candidates must have a current PA Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, in addition to CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. Primary responsibilities include: (1) Screenings and records maintenance for non-public schools within the district; (2) assisting with in-district student screenings; and (3) availability to fill in as a substitute nurse for the day, when needed. 

Interested applicants need to submit through Recruit and Hire at https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1352: letter of interest, resume, completed application, copy of PA nurse license, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, 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. If needed, please contact Sue Keogh, HR Associate, at 610-847-5131, extension 4028 for technical assistance completing the application.  Deadline for applications is November 3, 2023.  

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

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.  

Current support staff employees may submit a bid form.

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

 

ATTENTION PALISADES COMMUNITY: Join with us in congratulating the Stephens family - Eric, Jolene and Ellyanna - for winning the BRICK RAFFLE!!! Thank you to everyone who has participated in our brick raffles this fall! We will look for more opportunities to sell raffles - $5/3chances - this is a $100 value!

HARLEM WIZARDS TICKETS ON SALE NOW - GET YOURS TODAY!

On Monday, November 13th, the World Famous Harlem Wizards will be showing off their basketball prowess and having some fun in Kintnersville at the PHS Purple Gym.  Doors open at 6PM and game time is 7PM.  To get your tickets now, please use this link:  https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/kintnersvillepa11-13-23-07-00pm

Food and other concessions will be available at the game!  Hope you can join us for some noisy, zany and hilarious family fun with the Harlem Wizards and the Palisades Community Foundation!  See you on Monday, November 13th!  Tickets are going quickly!  Get yours today!

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS OF THIS EVENT!

Debczak Wealth Management - Top Sponsor/Lead Event Sponsor
Michael and Jennifer Hsu
Bloom Chiropractic
Swamps
Pat Croce - Wishes For Peace
Dr. Victor Hsu
Colonial Woods Family Camping Resort
Ringing Rocks Family Campground
Franconia Insurance & Financial Services
John Holroyd Agency
Power Co. Equipment
Crews Surveying
In Motion Tire & Performance, LLC
G. Campbell Paving
Walt & Emily French

HOT OFF THE PRESS...Our PHS Madrigal Singers will sing the National Anthem at the opening of the Wizards Game!  We are SO excited!!!

Palisades Community Foundation...We are Here for Palisades!

Order here using the link in the attached flyer: CR Poppin Popcorn Fundraiser.pdf

 

Click here for November's offerings:  Click Here


Click here for the event flyer:  NAMI-Chop-Anxiety-in-Children-Teens-Event-Flyer-Nov-2023-Social flyer.pdf



On November 10th, we will gather in person for our annual "A Worthwhile Evening" to celebrate the accomplishments of the women we serve and to cast a vision for the future of our programs. During this event, we will have a Live and Silent Auction. As part of our Silent Auction, we are seeking groups to put together themed baskets valued at around $150-$250.

 Suggested basket themes:

·    Game night basket

·    Carwash basket

·    Wining and Dining

·    Coffee Basket

·    Fitness basket

·    Philly Sports Teams

·    Pamper Yourself

·    Feeling Snacky (Snacks & convenience stores gift cards)

·    A day at the movies 

If your school, community group, or business would like to donate an auction item or gift basket please send me an email to [email protected]


Go to this site for more info:  Silver Creek Lucky Lottery