Together We Build Strong Minds
Megan K. Edinger, director of orchestras at seven schools in the Quakertown Community School District, has been promoted to the rank of Major (MAJ) in the Army National Guard.
MAJ Edinger officially received her promotion Friday, November 6 at the National Guard Armory in Allentown. Army Lieutenant Colonel. … Read more...
Quakertown Elementary School held a food drive called Bring Color to Our Community that allowed students to be creative. Each grade received a color of the rainbow and had a goal of finding food of that color.
If the box of macaroni, for example, was blue that worked for the … Read more...
It was toward the end of her Advanced Placement biology class and Emily Maceri was checking her candidate portal with the United States Military Academy. When she saw the large green box that confirmed her appointment, a huge smile broke out on her face.
A good friend sitting next to her … Read more...
A touch of Broadway came to Quakertown Community High School Oct. 25 as professional actors led workshops for more than 100 students and then performed Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
“Many students never get to see something like this, so it was really cool to be exposed to
In Dr. Robert L. Leight’s remarkable life, there hasn’t been a time he wasn’t a student or teacher, or worked to enhance the educational efforts of those who were.
Dr. Leight, a member of the Quakertown Community School Board for 27 years and founding member of the Quakertown Community Education … Read more...
Speaking to hundreds of middle school students, Navy Rear Admiral Linda Wackerman made it clear that a career in the military is something worthy of consideration. “There’s something in it for each and every one of you,” she said. “We would love to have you. You are the best and … Read more...
After each new graduate walks the stage to receive their diploma, Superintendent Dr. Bill Harner meets them at the bottom of the steps to shake their hand.
On Friday night he shook the hand of nearly 385 graduates at Lehigh University’s Stabler Arena. As he held the hand of Alexandra Brandis, … Read more...
On Wednesday afternoon and evening, High School Band teacher Frank Parker’s eyes were glued to his television at the shocking visions of a mob violently taking over the Capitol. The next morning, as his Wind Symphony class began, he asked students if there was anything they’d like to talk about.… Read more...
Quakertown Community High School students in Christopher Polk’s Computer Integrated Manufacturing class created mini automated assembly lines, a project that encompassed many of the skills today’s employers are seeking — problem-solving, teamwork, and being able to apply what they’ve learned.
“They’ve taken basic programming to the next level,” Mr. Polk … Read more...
Though only 12 years of age, Derek Calvello has shown both an entrepreneurial spirit and a willingness to help others.
The Strayer Middle School 7th grader is known for selling snowcones in his neighborhood and has gumball machines in several Quakertown businesses. Last year he created items to sell to … Read more...
Gabe DaCosta, one of the most popular students at Quakertown Community High School, is highlighted in the November 1st Eagles Gameday Magazine.
The profile, on Page 16, explains how Gabe developed cerebral palsy from his premature birth and now spends most of his time in a wheelchair. It also … Read more...
A group of students from Quakertown Community High School has been teaching Quakertown Elementary School students about different cultures from around the world.
The high school students are with the Diversity Club, and they make the two-block walk to QE once a month to educate the younger students.
“Being a … Read more...
No matter the art assignment, there’s a good chance that if Kenzie Sawadski is involved, her creation will stand out.
Just ask her art teachers. “She’s incredibly motivated and talented,” said Laura Christine of Quakertown Community High School. “Kenzie is extremely conscientious and is a very hard worker.”
Kate Fetterolf … Read more...
More than 400 caps, gowns and “Panther Proud” lawn signs have been delivered to Quakertown Community High School seniors in what has been described as “an entire community rallying behind our students.”
The words belong to Principal Mattias van’t Hoenderdaal, who thanked his administrative team, teachers, counselors, support staff, fire … Read more...
Students from Pfaff and Richland recently participated in the STEM Design Challenge at the Bucks County Intermediate Unit.
Zach Garger, a K‑12 Instructional Coach and the Quakertown Community School District’s Math and Science Content Specialist, said the event is a “unique experience” for elementary school students.
“It gives kids at … Read more...
When Ashton Herd woke up Saturday morning, he wasn’t feeling too great. The Quakertown Community High School lineman and his Panthers had lost their first game, a physical contest, 17–14, to Cheltenham, dropping their record to 4–1.
But then Ashton turned on his laptop and clicked on Facebook. He soon … Read more...