Together We Build Strong Minds
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...
The Quakertown Community High School community celebrated more than 400 seniors as a group who embraced opportunities and persevered through challenges. In a packed Alumni Field on a beautiful June 8th evening, these students were recognized at the 2022 Commencement Ceremony for their sacrifices through the difficult years of COVID… Read more...
Quakertown Community High School’s student section, band, and cheer squad create a community spirit at Friday night football games that is the envy of visiting schools.
The Quakertown Community School District has developed a formula that doesn’t need a scoreboard to prove it’s a winner. On Friday nights at Alumni … 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...
Two Quakertown Community High School students have been selected as candidates for the United States Presidential Scholars Program. The outstanding seniors are Matt Catalano and Raymond Slifer, who also attends Upper Bucks County Technical School.
The two QCHS students are among more than 4,500 students invited to apply for the … Read more...
Raymond Slifer, a senior at Quakertown Community High School and Upper Bucks County Technical School, has been named a 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholar, one of the highest awards the nation can bestow upon a graduating senior.
“This is insane,” said Raymond, who found out Thursday when he checked his email during … Read more...
Quakertown Elementary School raised a record $12,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
During the six-week fundraiser for the LLS Hero Squad Program, which raises money for childhood blood cancer patients, QE, with fewer than 300 students, shattered its goal of $2,021.
“This has certainly been a silver … Read more...
The energy in the Pennsylvania Capitol wasn’t radiating from the 18-foot Douglas Fir that Gov. Tom Wolf and First Lady Frances Wolf lit during the December annual tree lighting ceremony.
No, the energy flowing in the rotunda came from the melodious tones on the marble steps. The marvelous voices belong … 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...
Nearly 50 people attended a tabletop exercise on August 22nd at Quakertown Community High School, one of several steps the district has taken to increase safety in its facilities.
Kasey Kollar, Chief of Operations at the Bucks County Intermediate Unit, facilitated the event, which simulates an emergency situation in a … Read more...
Quakertown parents, ya done good!
A business thought so much of your children’s polite and respectful behavior they’re throwing them a party. The honor is being given to approximately two dozen students who attend Quakertown Community High School and were part of the Student Section for Friday night football games. Following … Read more...
Students at Pfaff Elementary School have been benefiting this week from the cutting-edge technology of the Bucks County Intermediate Unit’s Fab Lab, designed to inspire and encourage students to pursue careers in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) fields.
Pfaff’s Fab Lab work this week (Nov. 8–12), which includes students … Read more...
The Quakertown Community School District has entered into an agreement dedicated to student transportation safety with BusPatrol, which is equipping Levy School Buses with stop-arm enforcement cameras to deter drivers from illegally passing stopped school buses.
BusPatrol’s camera system is positioned to capture vehicles that pass a school bus while … Read more...
Since the closing of school buildings on March 13th, Quakertown Community High School senior Kaitlyn Zajkowski has missed her time in the band room where she could “find my peace” playing her favorite musical instrument, the marimba.
During the quarantine from the COVID-19 Pandemic, she discussed options with her parents, … Read more...
The Quakertown Community High School Class of 2023 advisors and student officers celebrated 383 seniors with words of wisdom that were at times funny, serious, and often emotional as families in the packed Alumni Field stands watched and listened with their hearts full and eyes watery.
The 2023 Commencement Ceremony … Read more...
Richland Elementary School is celebrating five years of incorporating the Leader in Me process into its curriculum with a community Leadership Day on Thursday and a Family Leadership Breakfast on Friday.
“This gives us an opportunity to showcase all of the great work done by our students and staff,” … Read more...