Spotlight on the Performing Arts at the May 9th meeting of the Board of School Directors! The evening kicked off with a special performance from M3 in the lobby, which was followed by an orientation about the after-school program. The meeting also included highlights of the District's performing arts recognitions and student honors. #ASDProud #ArtsinASD
There's still time to write a message of gratitude for Teacher Appreciation Week! Make a copy of the following Google slide to edit, or you can download or print it, and email your message to CR@abington.k12.pa.us. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZfyjRigBrl72Y8su2JTWmHoQPns_EeizWANCpl8KG2Q/edit?usp=sharing
In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, teachers and staff at Rydal Elementary School were greeted this week by a special, larger-than-life message of gratitude and appreciation from the Rydal PTO, on behalf of Rydal Elementary students and their families. #ASDProud
Happy National School Nurse Day! We appreciate our school nurses and Health Services staff for keeping our school communities healthy and well. #ASDProud
Teacher Appreciation Week provided an opportunity for the Willow Hill Elementary School PTO to let their teachers and staff know just how much they are appreciated! #ASDProud
On Friday, May 5, @chartwellsk12 celebrated National School Lunch Hero Day in our schools, sending every associate a special edition apron as a tribute to their superhero status and dedication. Thank you to our cafeteria staff members in our nine schools! #ASDProud
It's Teacher Appreciation Week! Write a thank you message to an ASD teacher using the following link and emailing it to CR@abington.k12.pa.us. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZfyjRigBrl72Y8su2JTWmHoQPns_EeizWANCpl8KG2Q/edit?usp=sharing
#ASDProud
Teacher Appreciation Week starts on Sunday! Recognize a special teacher in your/your student's life by writing them a postcard of appreciation. Download, print or make a copy of the following Google slide, and handwrite or type in your message. Email it to CR@abington.k12.pa.us by the end of next week, and we will compile the messages to send to teachers. We may even share your message on social media! https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZfyjRigBrl72Y8su2JTWmHoQPns_EeizWANCpl8KG2Q/edit?usp=sharing #ASDProud
Congratulations to the Girls Flag Football team, and best of luck as they head to the playoffs next week! Read more here: https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/news/abington-sr-highs-first-girls-flag-football-team-first-in-its-division-advances-to-playoffs
Congratulations to our talented students who won awards at the Greenfield Youth Film Festival! https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/news/abington-senior-high-school-students-win-awards-at-prestigious-greenfield-youth-film-festival-2 #ASDProud #AwardsofASD
Families at Highland Elementary gathered after school last week to celebrate the school's rich diversity. Students were able to try a variety of family-favorite dishes and learn about the different cultures represented across the Highland community through games, crafts and performances. #ASDProud
Bravo to our M3 students on a successful inaugural Modern Band Invitational, which was held on Saturday, featuring clinics with professional musicians and performances from bands from eight schools across the Greater Philadelphia region. #ASDProud #ArtsinASD
REMINDER: Starting today, the next time you login to Skyward Family Access via a web browser on your desktop or mobile device, you will be prompted to verify that your password meets new security requirements. More information is available in the parent/guardian communication that was sent last week.
Join us for Table Talks with Dr. Fecher, an opportunity for parent/guardian conversation and feedback.
More info: https://www.abington.k12.pa.us/e-fliers/download.php?id=1300
Registration:
AMS - https://forms.gle/RFJghVGvPXFPx7C87
ASHS - https://forms.gle/Mu2S87nimuL9Kgzq7
CB, MCK, RY - https://forms.gle/v22eo9T8Negcm92z6
HI, OV, RO, WH - https://forms.gle/P1jv7ek6zBBhNhUF9
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
