August 6, 2024
Dear Pennsbury Families,
I hope you are having a great summer. Our staff, administrators, bus drivers, and buildings and grounds staff are busy preparing for the return of almost 10,000 students.
On September 3, we will welcome back students in grades K, 6, and 9 for a school-based orientation. Schools reopen for all students on September 4. Click here for the 2024-25 School calendar.
In anticipation of the start of the school year, I would like to share a few quick highlights (see the bottom of this email for even more Pennsbury updates):
- Back to School Info: On August 15 (the 3rd Thursday of August), the following will be available in PowerSchool:
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PHS student schedules
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Middle school homeroom/team info
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Elementary teacher assignments
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Transportation bus route information will be available on August 19
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If you need instructions about how to access PowerSchool, please see this document. If you still need assistance accessing your PowerSchool account, contact your school or familytechhelp@pennsburysd.org Please note: Any information viewed prior to August 15 may change.
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Orientation for New Pennsbury Families: September 5th at 6:00 pm, we have a welcome program for families who are new to Pennsbury where you will learn about all of the great things Pennsbury has to offer. There will also be additional resources available for families with limited English proficiency. Click here for details.
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Communication Updates: Don’t forget to sign up for text messages. Details Here
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Ask Penny: Have a question about Pennsbury? Don’t trust the rumors or social media, Ask Penny and we will get you the answer: askpenny@pennsburysd.org or 215 -428-4000 x “Penny” (73669).
We have set an ambitious agenda through our comprehensive plan to improve Pennsbury and I appreciate your support of our efforts. You can find all of the plans that guide the District by clicking here.
It is a privilege to serve as your superintendent of schools, and I am grateful to the Pennsbury Board of Directors for their efforts to support our mission. Pennsbury is a wonderful district, and I sincerely hope that you and your children have a great school year.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Smith, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
tsmith@pennsburysd.org
215-428-4111
Links to previous Back to School Communications:
- PSD Communications update - July 29
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Start School Write Event- July 30
Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year!
Click here for the 2024-25 School calendar.
Ways to Connect with Pennsbury
2024-2025 School Hours
High School 7:20 am to 2:15 pm
Middle Schools 8:10 am to 2:55 pm
Elementary Schools 9:00 am to 3:40 pm
Back to School Nights 2024 - All BTSN nights start at 6:30 pm
BTSN Schedules for All Schools
These special evenings are designed for parents to get first-hand knowledge of their children’s daily schedules. Staff members and administrators discuss the academic program with parents and explain teacher expectations along with student responsibilities. Parent and teacher participation in these evenings facilitates communication and strengthens student support systems.
Interested in Volunteering in our Schools? - We are always looking for volunteers to help in our schools! Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the staff, students, sports programs, and other activities of our schools. Find more information here.
Student Wellness Programming - An important component of a Pennsbury education is our commitment to developing the “whole child.” You can view our newly developed Framework for Character, Culture & Wellness to see our plan to support our students, PreK-12.
Parent/Family Academy - We are continuing our Pennsbury Parent Academy. The Parent Academy is offered FREE to parents to promote continued collaboration between families, schools, and the community. The Parent Academy offers a series of workshops and events aimed to help families stay engaged with their child’s academic and social success.
