The Pennsbury School District proudly hosted its 2nd annual Start School "Write" Event at Village Park School on August 26, 2024. This community-driven initiative, designed to support students and families as they prepare for the new school year, was a resounding success, drawing in families from across the district.

The Start School "Write" Event is part of Pennsbury School District’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that every student has the resources they need to succeed. This year’s event not only provided essential back-to-school supplies but also featured professional barbers and hairstylists who offered free haircuts to students. These services aim to help students start the year with confidence, looking and feeling their best as they head back to school.

Dr. Thomas Smith, Superintendent of Pennsbury School District, expressed his gratitude to the community and volunteers, saying, "The Start School 'Write' Event exemplifies the strong community spirit in Pennsbury. We are dedicated to supporting our students in every way possible, and this event ensures that every child has the opportunity to begin the school year prepared and confident."

The event was made possible through the generous support of Pennsbury Kids, a local non-profit organization, local businesses, and volunteers who donated supplies, time, and services. The Pennsbury School District extends its heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the event’s success.

The Start School "Write" Event underscores the district’s mission to provide equitable educational opportunities and resources for all students. As Pennsbury continues to build a nurturing and supportive environment for its students, initiatives like these play a crucial role in fostering a strong sense of community and shared responsibility.

Many thanks to Pennsbury Kids founder Keller Arnold and staff members Beth Alon, Amy Waters, and Sumana Kanubaddi for their support. We would also like to thank the following Pennsbury employees for the countless hours of work preparing for this community event: Stacy Kirsh, Noelle Murphy, Meredith Naskiewicz, the Village Park Custodial Staff, Seth Wendel, Steve Lowden, Shauna Love, Stephanie DePaolo, Mary Hughes, Tammy Leimer, Arlene Johnson, Stephanie Piech, Julie Samples, and Laurie Ruffing for all of their help.

And last but not least, special thanks to the following volunteers, businesses, and hair stylists for their time and support:

• Nicole Cordisco, Leslie Morales, Krista Wertz, Sandra Brown, Nicole Percell, Amanda Barnes, Jay Jimenez, Shannon O'Connor, Kate Dauber, Lisa Rice, Donna Visco, Nick Heilig, Alex Zoker, Maryanne Bing, Haley Palma, Lea Mohan, Maria Marucci Smith, Montana Mormando, Brayden Naskiewicz, Jamie Warner, Lori Salley, Christopher Potter, Lee Kirsh, Eli Kirsh, Heather Towne, Lois Brodsky, Wendy Robson, Suzie Drake, Donna Kramer, and Diane Woodruff

• Advantage Auto Tags & Insurance, Nailed It 2 Cabinets, Century 21 Real Estate, Levittown/Fairless Hills Rotary, Raising Cane's, Wegmans, The Home Depot, Target, Carlucci's Express, Shoprite of Yardley, Minuteman Press Levittown, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Hilltop Farm & Fence, PESPA, Kane Communication Group, PEA, Yardley Ortho, B&J Group, Starbucks of Newtown & Yardley, Big Oak Citgo, NFT, Arden Courts, and CAPS.