Congratulations to Dr. Jeffrey Fecher for being the recipient of this year's Friend of Education Award from the Mideastern Region Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA)! The award recognizes an individual or organization whose leadership, acts, or support has significantly benefited education, education employees, or students in the Mideastern Region. https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/news/dr-jeffrey-fecher-receives-friend-of-education-award #ASDProud #AwardsofASD
During #CaringandKindnessWeek in February, Rydal students' word of the month was "compassion". Kindergarten students worked together to sew blankets that were donated to the NICU at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. This week, they received a thank you from the staff there, along with a photo of their blankets in use. #ASDProud #ASDServiceLearning
ATTN PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Check your email for more information regarding Skyward security updates being implemented on Monday, May 1st that may require you to update your password.
Congratulations to our 2022-2023 winter sports athletes who were honored by Mr. Berrios and Mr. Vaccaro at last night's meeting of the Board of School Directors. #ASDProud #ASDAthletics
We couldn't do it without you. Happy Administrative Professionals' Day! #ASDProud
Did you know? There are 36 different languages spoken among students in Abington School District, from Spanish, to Ukrainian, Chinese, Albanian and more! Families of students enrolled in English Language Development courses had the opportunity to attend a districtwide Family Engagement Night yesterday, where staff and older students volunteered to serve as interpreters for attendees. #ASDProud
First graders at McKinley Elementary were visited by @abingtonpolice and K9 Leo last week. Officers Gontowski and DaCunha also read the book "Officer Buckle and Gloria" to the students. #ASDProud
Last week, Abington School District Board members had the opportunity to see learning in action within the classrooms of four of our school buildings. Watch here: https://youtu.be/014qiq7iv3c
On Friday, @abingtonsrhigh students involved in C.A.M.P. Abington's pilot program celebrated Earth Day at Highland and McKinley elementary schools. Together, the older mentors worked with the younger students by participating in a nature scavenger hunt, painting kindness stones, and bonding with each other in the nice weather! #ASDProud
Happy Earth Day! Kindergarten and first grade students at Rydal Elementary celebrated a day early with outside activities, crafts, recycling, and outdoor clean up. #ASDProud #EarthDay2023
Abington Senior High hosted an Employer Showcase yesterday, which included short presentations, Q&A sessions, and open time for networking. The event allowed students to explore different career paths and interact with professionals in a variety of fields, learning about the skills, qualifications, and education requirements for different jobs so that they can make informed decisions about their futures. it also gave employers the opportunity to identify potential candidates and establish relationships with students who may be interested in internships, apprenticeships, or entry-level positions. #ASDPathways
Did you know? Today is National Kindergarten Day! Elementary schools across ASD, including Roslyn Elementary, are hosting kindergarten orientations this week to introduce incoming students and their families to our schools. Still need to register your child? Visit https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/information/kindergarten-registration #ASDProud #Back2SchoolASD
1st and 2nd grade students at Rydal Elementary had the opportunity to participate in the school's drama club! Students worked hard over the past few months to learn the art of acting before putting on their culminating event, a production of Dr. Seuss' "Green Eggs and Ham".
Yesterday, Ms. Hansen and Ms. Bartlett took a group of students to the Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 Training Facility, where they had an opportunity to learn about the benefits of getting involved in the building trades, and also acquired some real-life experience in the hands-on portion of the workshop. The students learned about careers in stone masonry, tiling, bricklaying, and historic refinishing, but they also learned about the camaraderie that can be found in this career, as well as the importance of following your heart and working in a profession that you're passionate about! #ASDProud #ASDPathways
Thank you to Ernst & Young and ASHS alumnus, Matt Magida ('03), for partnering with our current students to offer micro-internship opportunities as part of our new Pathways Program. We appreciate their continued support in helping our students gain hands-on experience. #ASDProud
English-learning families are welcome to our first-ever Districtwide ELD Family Engagement Night on Monday at @abingtonsrhigh! Meet your student's ELD teacher, learn about community resources, and connect with other families across the District. #ASDProud
Congratulations to the @abingtonsrhigh Girls Flag Football Team, who earned a big win yesterday over the undefeated champs, Lansdale Catholic, with a final score of 42-6. Abington has moved themselves into 1st place of their division, with an undefeated record of 4-0. They play William Tennant tonight at 7 p.m. at Schwarzman Stadium. #ASDProud #ASDAthletics
On Friday, Highland Elementary School hosted its inaugural Autism Family Fun Event! Families were invited to participate in a variety of sensory experiences, crafts, and games in recognition of Autism Acceptance Month. #ASDProud
Congratulations to all 14 of our 2023 Abington Senior High School Hall of Fame inductees! An induction ceremony was held last night to celebrate these distinguished alumni, and many of them were able to return to the high school today to speak with students about their paths since graduating from @abingtonsrhigh. Read more here: https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/news/abington-senior-high-inducts-14-new-members-into-hall-of-fame #ASDProud
This April marked the return of McKinley Elementary School's annual Autism Acceptance Month event, with this year's theme being "Under the Sea." #ASDProud
