Abington School District

This week, 5th graders from all seven ASD elementary schools gathered at Schwarzman Stadium with fellow members of the Class of 2033. Students made new friends and engaged in team-building activities, in preparation for transitioning to Abington Middle School this fall! #ASDProud

about 24 hours ago, Abington School District

Abington Middle School Cheerleaders cheer for the CommUNITY Day celebration

Students play Rock, Paper, Scissors as a team-builder

Students sit in circles and chase one another in a game of Duck, Duck, Goose

Students carry a group of colorful hula hoops during a team-building game

Students play a team-building game of ball during CommUNITY Day

An ASHS student leads 5th graders in a game of football

5th graders enjoy rolling down a hill of green grass

5 students pull their hardest in the tug-o-war

5th graders at CommUNITY Day play Pickleball within blue guard walls

Students run to connect black piping in a team-building activity

Congratulations to Abington Senior High Social Studies Teacher, Ms. Betina Roher, who was honored at Tuesday's meeting of the Board of School Directors for being named the grand prize winner in Montgomery County of the Citadel Heart of Learning Award, earning a $5,000 prize for herself and $5,000 for the high school. This year, which is the 25th anniversary of the program, Citadel Credit Union received a record-breaking 3,200 nominations from across the six counties of the Greater Philadelphia area; Ms. Roher received more than 50 of those nominations, and was among just a handful of teachers recognized in Montgomery County, with nominations highlighting how she excels at student engagement. #ASDProud #AwardsofASD

1 day ago, Abington School District

Ms. Roher surprised during class with her grand prize giant check

Dr. Swift, Ms. Roher, and Dr. Mowry at the Board meeting

Thank you to our student panelists who shared their perspectives and insights at last week's meeting of the Committee for Positive School Climate and Culture. The meeting, which was the final one for the 2025-2026 school year, allowed students the opportunity to provide feedback and share their experiences regarding a number of District culture-building initiatives, such as the Pledge of Character and the Middle School W.E.B. Team. #ASDProud

2 days ago, Abington School District

Dr. Rosenthal leads a discussion with student panelists

Abington Senior High School students recently finished up a valuable and insightful project-based micro internship with Johnson & Johnson as part of the new Pathways Program. Thank you to J&J for providing these hands-on learning experiences to our students! #ASDPathways

3 days ago, Abington School District

Students with their projects in front of the J&J building

We are hiring for Extended School Year (ESY) Para-Educator positions! Workday hours are 7:45 a.m. until 12:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 6/29-7/30, plus a mandatory training/preparation day on 6/25 from 8 a.m. until Noon. Apply at https://skybiz.abington.k12.pa.us/scripts/wsisa.dll/WService=wsFin/rappljoblst484.w #OneASD

4 days ago, Abington School District

ASD is Hiring for ESY Para-Educators! See the post for more information and a link to apply.

The Abington Senior High Art Department is proud to share our participation in the 2026 Mordechai Anielewicz Creative Arts Competition sponsored by Gratz College for the furthering of education and remembrance in Holocaust and Resistance studies. Fifteen students from Ms. Elcin's Art 1 course will have their work on display at Mandeville Hall at St Joseph's University for the exhibition and award ceremony on Tuesday, June 2nd. Eight students have also received awards for their work.
Congratulations to the following students for their hard work, research, and creativity: 9th Graders Grace Zhang (2nd place), Khue Nguyen and Cayla Field (3rd place), Julia Pacula, Samantha Krebs and Anna Li (Honorable Mention), Dexter Peoples, Poet Leonardo, Adelaide Sender, Cierra Eckenrode, Nina Rinaldi, Luke Cunningham, and Jaxon Klein; and 10th Graders Lucy McGuigan (2nd place) and Sarai Graham (Honorable Mention). #ASDProud

5 days ago, Abington School District

Artwork of unhappy women and children waiting for a train, holding bags

Artwork of a prisoner praying with many other prisoners in background

Artwork of a prisoner with evergreen trees in backbround and butterfly in foreground

Artwork of female prisoners working, with a German soldier and prisoner standing in doorway

As we wrap up Teacher Appreciation Week 2026, don't forget to submit a message to thank a teacher in your life who has made an impact! https://www.nea.org/advocating-for-change/new-from-nea/send-e-card-your-favorite-teachers #ThankATeacher #ASDProud

8 days ago, Abington School District

Congratulations to McKinley Elementary students Ben and Tim Klyuchenko, 2nd and 4th grade, respectively, who were recognized in the annual "Draw the Future" art contest, hosted by a local car dealership. Ben came in first place in his age group, while Tim was named the overall grand prize winner for his car idea entitled "Turbodriller". Click here to see their winning drawings: https://www.1800thompson.com/2026-draw-the-future-winners.htm #ASDProud #ArtsinASD #AwardsofASD

9 days ago, Abington School District

Grand prize winner, Tim and his drawing, alongside Thompson Toyota owners.

The ASHS choir, band, and orchestra traveled to Hershey Park for an orchestra masterclass at Lebanon Valley College and a choral competition through Music in the Parks. The Concert Choir received a superior rating and second place in the Mixed HS Choir Division. The Chorale received a superior rating and first place in the Mixed HS Choir Division, in addition to best overall choir out of 10 total choirs. Congratulations to all of our musicians! #ASDProud #ArtsinASD

10 days ago, Abington School District

Four students hold up the trophies that they earned in the choral competition

The A.C.T.I.V.E. Academy held their end-of-the-year breakfast last week, expressing best wishes to students who are exiting the program, and heartfelt gratitude to all the organizations and individuals who support the program throughout the year. #ASDProud #ACTIVEAcademy

11 days ago, Abington School District

Volunteers join an ACTIVE Academy student sitting at a table at the annual ACTIVE Academy end-of-year breakfast.

An ACTIVE Academy student serves beverages to breakfast attendees.

An ACTIVE Academy student converses with program volunteers.

ACTIVE Academy students pose with a member of a supporting organization.

An ACTIVE student serves a beverage to a student volunteer

ACTIVE Academy program volunteers are recognized at the podium

An ACTIVE student laughs with staff and supporting organization members

ACTIVE students are recognized at the podium

ACTIVE students sit at a table with staff at the breakfast

Thank you, ASD Educators! Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from May 4-8 by sending an e-card to the teachers in your life who dedicate their time, expertise, and attention to their students, schools, and communities. Click here to send your favorite teacher a message: https://www.nea.org/advocating-for-change/new-from-nea/send-e-card-your-favorite-teachers. #ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek

12 days ago, Abington School District

National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 4-8, 2026; Teacher Appreciation Day: May 5, 2026 #ThankATeacher

Congratulations to our @abingtonsrhigh winter sports teams and individual athletes who were honored at Tuesday's meeting of the Board of School Directors. #ASDProud #ASDAthletics

15 days ago, Abington School District

All winter athletes being honored at the Board meeting

Boys and Girls wrestling athletes with their coach

Boys and Girls winter track with their coaches

ASD elementary schools hosted special events throughout the month of April in recognition of Autism Acceptance Month. Students and their families participated in games, crafts, music and various sensory experiences. Thank you to all who helped make these events possible! #ASDProud

16 days ago, Abington School District

Several students dig into a tray of beads at McKinley's Autism Awareness event

Students dig in the sand for treasures at the Copper Beech Autism Awareness event

Two students smiling, holding an orange balloon at Highland's Autism Awareness event.

A staff member helps a student with a craft at the Copper Beech Autism Awareness event

A student enjoys a peaceful moment under a tree at McKinley's Autism Awareness event

A police officer shares stickers with a student at Highland's Autism Awareness event.

Students set up a self-propelled rocket at the Copper Beech Autism Awareness event

A student digs into a tray of beads looking for treasure at McKinley's Autism Awareness event

A student aims a ball of foil at a target at the Copper Beech Autism Awareness event

Students get ready for a ride in a wagon at the McKinley Autism Awareness event

Read the April 2026 Edition of our digital newsletter, ASD Highlights & Happenings, in the following link: https://app.smore.com/n/1dhwu

17 days ago, Abington School District

Thank you to our @abingtonsrhigh ACTIVE Academy students for stopping by the Administration Building last week to serve coffee and bagels via The Perfect Blend... On the Go! #ACTIVEAcademy

18 days ago, Abington School District

Officer Hochwind with the ACTIVE Students at The Perfect Blend On the Go

Thank you to The GIANT Company for donating $6,877 to Abington School District as part of the Feeding School Kids program! By rounding up at the register, customers have contributed to feeding ASD families in need, as all funds will be used to purchase GIANT gift cards to help cover the cost of their groceries. #ASDProud

23 days ago, Abington School District

Mr. Tagliaferro and Dr. Rosenthal holding a giant check alongside the GIANT store representative from Roslyn

Many thanks to our partners at Salus at Drexel University Eye Institute for ensuring that 90 ASD students were able to receive a comprehensive vision examination this spring! An optometrist from the Eye Institute was able to provide exams to students during the school day in Salus' mobile vision clinic. If it was determined that a student needed prescription eyeglasses, they were able to pick out a pair on the spot at no cost to families! #ASDProud

26 days ago, Abington School District

Salus Mobile Office parked in front of McKinley

Congratulations to our record-breaking number of talented ASHS students who have qualified for this year's PMEA All-State Festival! Read more here: https://www.abingtonsd.org/article/2826679

29 days ago, Abington School District

ASHS students who qualified for PMEA All-States

REMINDER: Open House for the new Abington Middle School - Tuesday, April 21 @ 6:30 p.m.

→ During the meeting, attendees will be able to submit questions live via a QR code, which will be read aloud during the question and answer period that will continue until 8 p.m.

→ Those not able to attend the Open House in person will be able to watch a livestream on the Abington School District YouTube channel, and will be able to submit questions via the same online form that the in-person attendees are using.

→ If not all questions can be addressed in the allotted time, responses will be provided to individuals via email. Frequently Asked Questions will be posted to the project microsite, OneASDOneFuture.org.

REGISTER by tomorrow at https://forms.gle/22m6kUUtV3Nvvw5a6 (walk-ins welcome)

about 1 month ago, Abington School District

Abington Middle School Open House - April 21. Read the post for information or visit www.oneasdonefuture.org.

Congratulations to our Abington Senior High School Chess Team and Coach Shawn Simmons, who were recognized at last night's meeting of the Board of School Directors for placing 7th in the U1200 Division during the National High School Chess Championship. #ASDProud #AwardsofASD

about 1 month ago, Abington School District

The ASHS Chess Team being honored at the April 14th meeting of the Board of School Directors.

Dr. Swift recognizes the Chess Team at the April 14th Board Meeting