FIRE DEPARTMENT FUNDRAISER: On Sunday, October 11th, Glenside Fire
Company will be hosting their annual Stop, Drop, and Run 5k race/1.5k walk fundraiser.
You can sign up using the QR codes posted around the building. The Glenside Fire
Company is trying to get a record-breaking number of attendees this year. Runners will
also get a long-sleeved T-shirt at the event, so get out and support your local Fire
Company. Email Mr. Wiley with any questions.
Attention 10 th , 11 th and 12 th Grade Students:
College rep visits are here! During the week of October 5th, the following
colleges will be visiting our school from 10:30AM in the counseling office:
Friday 10/9
Arizona State University-Tempe
The University of Scranton
These colleges will be here next week.
Monday 10/12
Penn State University
Florida Atlantic University
Tuesday 10/13
Vanderbilt University
Delaware Valley University
Wednesday 10/14 PSAT DAY - no visits
Thursday 10/15
Dickenson College
Hofstra University
Friday 10/16
Tulane University of Louisiana
Alvernia University
Duquesne University
This is for 10th, 11th and 12th graders ONLY. You MUST sign up on Naviance to attend
a college visit. Please log on to Naviance for dates, times, and for how to sign up. Any
questions visit the Counseling Office across from the library.
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH: September 15 through Oct 15 is Hispanic Heritage
Month. The Spanish Club would like to share a fun fact each day to so everyone can
learn about the different cultures.
Friday, Oct 9–Did you know that Broadway's Buena Vista Social Club is based on a
collective of legendary, aging Cuban musicians who reunited in 1996 starring Omara
Portuondo?
Grosch
AbingThon is hosting a 5K Fun Run/1 mile walk on Saturday, October 24th. Scan the
QR codes posted on flyers around the school or use the link on our Google Classroom
page. The cost is $30 until October 9th and then $35 up until the event. Shirts will be
guaranteed for anyone who signs up by the 9th. All proceeds will benefit pediatric
cancer organizations. - See Mr. MacNair or Mrs. Karcher with any questions
Attention all quilters and interested students!
Whether you are an experienced quilter or brand new to sewing and curious to learn,
you are invited to join the Quilting Club!
When: Every Thursday from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Room A142
Come create, collaborate on fun textile projects, and connect with fellow crafters. Bring
your ideas, creativity, and enthusiasm!
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. See you Thursday!
Mrs. Vanassche in RM A140/ A142
MILITARY CLUB: Interested in military service, curious about career paths, or
passionate about supporting our service members and veterans? The Military
Club invites you to join us for our next meeting!
When: Every Tuesday during Learn 1
Where: Room A142
Whether you are exploring future opportunities in the armed forces or simply looking to
show your support, everyone is welcome. Come meet fellow students, share ideas, and
participate in our upcoming projects! Contact Mrs. Vanassche
BLOOD DONATION: Students wishing to donate blood on October 30th can sign up
during lunch time in Think tank 1 or outside Cafe A on Thursday and Friday. Students
who are 17 and older can just come sign up. Sixteen-year-old students need a
completed permission form to sign up at these locations.
KEY CLUB:
1) Attention all Key Club Board Members and Officers: our board meeting will take place
Tuesday, 10/20 in C120 during Learn 1.
2) Attention all students: Key Club's October Member meeting will take place on
Tuesday, 10/13 after school in Think Tank 2. Our membership and $30 dues deadline is
Friday, 10/16. Please see Mrs. Peters in A132 or Miss DeGregorio in C120 to turn them
in.
3) Key Club's Annual Breast Cancer Game will be held on Friday, 10/30 in the stadium
at 7pm. Sign-ups are on the Key Club Google Classroom page. All proceeds go directly
to our 4 charities: Unite for Her, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, Abington Hospital, and
the Breathing Room.
Peters
Attention Alternative Sports Club: All details for this year's BLUE MOUNTAIN SKI trips
are posted in Google Classroom (code: pvaqh6h). You must buy your pass through the
Blue Mountain Portal by Friday, October 30th. Please share the link with friends and
family who are not in the Alternative Sports Club so they're able to take advantage of
discount tickets, which helps support our Club. Again, join the Google Classroom for
information, forms, and links (password, pvaqh6h). Buy your pass by Friday, October
30th and we'll see you on the hill!
Weathers
HOMECOMING DANCE: Tickets for the Homecoming Dance will be on sale Thursday
October 8 through Thursday October 15 during lunch and learn. Ticket sales for
9th/10th and 11th graders will be held in the auditorium lobby. Ticket sales for 12th
graders will take place outside think tank 2. Tickets cost $20 and can be paid for with
cash or check made payable to Abington Senior High School.
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INDOOR TRACK and FIELD:
Boys and Girls in 9th thru 12th grades interested in participating on the High School
Indoor Track and Field team this winter should attend a meeting on Tuesday, October
13 th in Cafeteria C at 3:00pm. Important information about the track season will be
discussed at this time. Attendance is mandatory.
Coach Neely
HOMECOMING COURT VOTING: It is time to vote for homecoming king and queen for
2026. Videos can be viewed during advisory on Monday October 12. Voting will be open
until Wednesday October 14 at 2:35pm.
To vote:
1. Navigate to "ClassLInk"
2. Open the Abington SD folder
3. Click on "Abington VOTES!"
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