Palisades School District

 

Upcoming School Board Meetings:

11/18/24 - Fiscal Oversight Committee - 9AM DO in the Conference Room 11/19/24 - BCIU Board - 7PM in the BCIU Conf. Room 11/20/24 - Policy Committee - 5:30PM in the PHS Library 11/20/24 - Regular School Board - 7PM in the PHS Auditorium 11/21/24 - Joint Operating Committee - 7PM in the UBCTS Main Conf. Room
PLEASE NOTE: A discussion regarding the district cell phone policy will occur at the upcoming Policy Committee Meeting on December 11th at 5:30 in the PHS Library.

Congratulations to Our Operation Recognition Recipient:

At last Tuesday’s program held at Pennridge HS to honor and thank our nation’s veterans, our Superintendent Dr. O’Connell, recognized David William Kling.  Pennsylvania’s Operation Recognition serves to recognize and honor veterans who left high school prior to graduation to serve in World War II, the Korean Conflict or the Vietnam War.  According to the Act, the local school Board shall grant a diploma to a veteran who meets all requirements set forth in the Act.

Private First Class David William Kling was slated to graduate from Palisades High School with the class of 1969; however, he entered military service in June 1968. PFC Kling honorably served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. 

During his service, PFC Kling earned the following recognitions: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal w1, Vietnamese Campaign Medal, Purple Heart w2, Meritorious Unit Commendation w/Palm and Rifle Sharpshooter Badge Certificate of Appreciation.

As evidenced by his wartime decorations, he truly embodies the Marine Corps ethos:  honor, courage and commitment.

Congratulations David William Kling, Palisades High School graduate. Semper Fidelis.

Click here for more information: PSBA Webinar Info

Is someone you know considering a campaign for their local school board? Encourage them to register now for a free webinar with PSBA staff on January 15 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. for essential insights into what it takes to serve effectively on a school board. Attendees will: 

*  Explore the key responsibilities and expectations of a school board director. 
*  Understand the time commitment, legal considerations and collaborative nature of board service. 
*  Learn from experienced board directors about the real-life challenges and opportunities you may encounter. 

This is an invaluable opportunity for potential candidates to gain a clear understanding of the role and to ask questions directly about school board service. Those interested may register on GreatPASchools.com. 

For a listing of open positions at Palisades School District, please click on this link: https://palisades.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Purchase Chromebook Insurance Today!
Insurance is available to families for a fee of $30 to cover damage to your child's chromebook for the school year. Click on this link for more information - Chromebook Insurance Webpage
or check out the flyer linked here in English: Palisades ADP+ English Flyer SY2425.pdf
flyer linked here in Spanish: Palisades ADP+ Spanish Flyer SY2425 1.pdf
Exciting Travel Opportunity for Students Currently in Grades 8 through 11:

CONGRATULATIONS to the Cast and Crew for last Weekend's Performance of the PHS Fall Play!

This year's Student-Led fall play, "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" was a wonderful production!  Congrats to everyone for a terrific show!

Top row from left to right: Kirsten Mayers, Caitlin O'Connell, Alex Smithson, Kaya Rutstein, and Leila Prunkel.  Bottom left is Lila Clapp.




Congratulations to our team of five Palisades High School students -- Sophia Schulz, Jane Salva, Averie Winsor, Kaya Rutstein and Grace Bucich (shown, left to right) -- who earned second place in the 2024 Fleming High School Ethics Bowl Case Competition at DeSales University!  This team demonstrated critical thinking, collaboration, and ethical decision-making as they tackled a complex business dilemma, crafting and defending a recommendation for a sustainable energy solution that balanced environmental and economic priorities.  We are proud of their hard work, dedication, and thoughtful approach to addressing real-world challenges—congratulations on this outstanding achievement!

Dear PALMS Parents and Friends,

This year's PALMS Theatre production will be Finding Nemo, Jr.  Students are working hard to prepare for this exciting event.  Patron and business ads help make this educational experience available to our students.  Please view the attached information to put an ad or patron in our musical program.

Nemo Patron Letter.pdf 

Class of 2026 Message and Fundraiser Info:

A message from the Class Officers:

Hello from the class of 2026! In order to support the prom this year, we are asking students and parents to participate in our holiday fundraiser with Gertrude Hawk! Enjoy our wide variety of holiday goodies and treats!

Go to fundraising.gertrudehawkchocolates.com to access the Gertrude Hawk official website! Under the "Choose Organization" option, type in our code, "116126." Our Seller's name is Karen Pavey! Then, feel free to shop around for some fun chocolates! To have the chocolates delivered right to you, select the paid delivery option. If you wish to select the free delivery option, you must pick up the chocolates directly from Palisades High School.

Thank you so much for supporting us!





This week, the PHS Chief Science Officers met with other Bucks County CSOs to action plan and network with their peers. They toured the PA Biotechnology Center in Doylestown and participated in a short lab activity at their teaching center.  This is a wonderful opportunity for our CSO's who represent Palisades High School admirably!

Spread school spirit with a cozy Palisades blanket! These super-soft 60"x70"  blankets are made in America and are a perfect gift for the holidays! Wrap up in comfort while supporting a great cause—all proceeds benefit the PALMS Trek program. Get yours today and show your Palisades pride!  ORDER HERE!

NEW DATE FOR PHS COFFEE HOUSE PERFORMANCES:

Thanksgiving Deadline for Discounted Purchase Your 2024-25 PHS Yearbook!

The Palisades High School yearbook is a one of a kind publication.  It’s a limited edition collection of stories and events from the school year, and now is your opportunity to reserve a copy and make sure your student doesn’t miss out on remembering and sharing this special time in their lives with their classmates for years to come.  The 2025 yearbook is on sale now for $70.00 if purchased by Thanksgiving.  The price will increase after this date, but act now and make this purchase a great holiday gift for your son or daughter!  

For your convenience you have several purchasing options:

*  Easiest option: Order online at www.sscyearbooks.com
*  Fill out the order form (attached), and mail your order directly to Student Services Company (address on order form)
*  Phone Student Services Company directly 610.539.1330
*  Fax your order form directly to Student Services Company 610.539.6530

The yearbook staff has been working hard putting together a great book, so don’t delay, and purchase your yearbook today!!

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

If you would like to make a donation, please visit PCF's website at Palisades Community Foundation - currently, we are collecting donations for holiday giving to families in our area who need a little help this holiday season.

Donations of any size are helpful!  Thanks to our community for your caring and support!

 

PCF'S ANNUAL COAT DRIVE-Thank you for your generous donations of coats for our community!


TONS OF COATS AVAILABLE - gently used and ready for their new owners to pick up on Saturday, November 23rd at PHS!  See you then!



NEW FROM PCF!  EXCLUSIVE EARRING SALE!  MADE JUST FOR PALISADES! - 6 Palisades designs just in time for holiday giving!  Click on this link for the flier and hot links:  PSD Logo Earring Fundraiser Flier.pdf

Order here:  Purchase Earrings Here

PDF version of the flyer:  Survey Flyer Nox.pdf

NEW!  Click on this link for the monthly calendar of free events from NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - Nov 20204_NAMI Support Groups and Events.pdf

Dear Fellow Durham Historical Society Member,

You are hereby invited to our 2024 Annual Membership Meeting to be held in the Durham Township Meeting Room, 215 Old Furnace Road, Durham, PA at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.  

(Hopefully, we will have some excellent news to share about re-watering the millrace and turning the wheel for the first time in 21 years.)

If you would like to attend remotely, here is the link:  https://meet.google.com/ego-ttjf-xcu  

RIEGELSVILLE LIBRARY EVENT ABOVE