Abington School District

In celebration of Unity Day, Roslyn Elementary first grade students in Mrs. Kleban’s class teamed up with their third grade buddies in Mrs. Lynn’s class. Together, they talked about what it means to be a buddy, not a bully! They created a faBOOlous friends craft that included their own original ideas on what a good friend is! #ASDProud

about 2 hours ago, Abington School District

A Roslyn first grade and her third grade buddy student work on craft together

A Roslyn first grade and her third grade buddy student work on craft about being a buddy, not a bully

A Roslyn first grade and his third grade buddy student work on craft together

Roslyn students work on a craft about what a good friend is

Group photo of the Roslyn students all wearing orange in the classroom.

To celebrate the culmination of their unit on Ancient Greece, Highland Elementary second graders hosted their 2nd Annual Potato Olympics! Second graders and their potato athletes competed in numerous tests of strength and agility, while their 5th grade partners earned service hours hosting the events and cheering on their younger classmates. Just like the ancient Greek athletes who began the first Olympics, the day was all about teamwork and having fun while learning! #ASDProud

about 24 hours ago, Abington School District

Highland seconds and fifth graders gathered for the 2nd Annual Potato Olympics to celebrate completing their reading unit on Ancient Greece

A second graders and his potato athlete jump hurtles

Second graders hold their potato athletes above their heads in an Olympic competition

A second grade student bowls with his potato athlete

3 second graders smile and pose with their potato athletes

A second grader sends his potato down the slide in a race

A second grade student is timed as she balances her potato in a competition

A second grader tosses her potato athlete in a test of skill and accuracy

To celebrate Fire Prevention Month, Overlook Elementary kindergarten classes enjoyed a visit from the Abington Fire Company. They learned about what to do in a fire emergency, and all the gear that firefighters wear to be safe. The students ended their visit by thanking the volunteer firefighters for their bravery and service. #ASDProud

2 days ago, Abington School District

Overlook kindergarten class poses in front of the Abington Fire Company firetruck with firefighters

Overlook kindergarteners paise their hands to respond to Abington firefighters' questions

Students take a turn at sitting in the firetruck

A student smiles as sits in the firetruck, assisted by a firefighter

Abington volunteer firefighters teach Overlook kindergarteners about fire safety

Thank you to the runners and walkers who came out for the annual AbingTHON 5k run/1 mi walk on Saturday! All funds support the ASHS students' fundraising campaign to benefit pediatric cancer patients and research. #ASDProud

2 days ago, Abington School District

Thank you to the Abington Community Taskforce (ACT) and Cheltenham Communities that Care (CTC) for hosting last night's screening and discussion of "Screenagers: Generation AI" at Penn State Abington.

5 days ago, Abington School District

Attendees sit in a lecture hall to view the documentary

Professionals and attendees participated in a panel discussion

In celebration of Unity Day, members of Roslyn Elementary's Anti-Bullying Committee sold encouraging bracelets to spread kindness, positivity, and inclusion throughout the school community! #ASDProud

5 days ago, Abington School District

Rolyn Elementary students stand in front of a table of items promoting kindness and unity

This morning, our recognition of America's 250th Birthday continued with a high school Career Chatter focused on civics and local government, highlighting the professionals, volunteers and elected officials who keep municipalities running and help our communities thrive. #ASDProud #ASDCelebratesTheUSA

6 days ago, Abington School District

Career Chatter Panel in the auditorium focused on Local Government

Mr. Berger fields questions from students for the panelists

Students could network with the professionals afterward

Dr. Melissa Mowry, Board President shares insights with students

Vince Menniti, a member of Rockledge Borough Council, addresses students

In observance of National School Bus Safety Week, Dr. Fecher visited the bus garage this morning to meet with the drivers, monitors, mechanics and more, who safely transport our students to and from school each day. #ASDProud #OneASD #SafetyFirstinASD

7 days ago, Abington School District

Transportation Department staff in front of buses

Mechanics in the Bus Garage with Dr. Fecher

Dr. Fecher and Chuck Rehm with the Transportation Department's Association Representative

Dr. Fecher meets with Transportation Staff in the Wash Bay

Last week, the Pennsylvania Commission on Judicial Independence hosted various Montgomery County schools at Arcadia University, where high school students discussed judicial review, the role of courts, exercising the right to vote, and the three branches of government. They also reviewed court cases and then deliberated about them in small groups with the judges. ASHS students enjoyed the opportunity to interact with judges and Arcadia faculty, with some students event solidifying their commitment to the Government and Legal Services Pathway as part of the Pathways Program. #ASDProud #ASDPathways

9 days ago, Abington School District

ASHS students, along with students from other Montco schools, discussed various aspects of our government at Arcadia University.

Students reviewed and deliberated about court cases with judges.

Students answer questions about American government in a session at Arcadia University.

Abington Senior High School students recently participated in Dreaming Forward at the MCIU. Throughout the experience, students strengthened their leadership skills, engaged in meaningful self-reflection, and began developing an action plan to foster a greater sense of belonging within our high school community. We are proud of these student leaders for taking initiative and working toward creating a more inclusive, welcoming, and connected school environment! #ASDProud

12 days ago, Abington School District

ASHS student participants in the Dreaming Forward at the MCIU

REMINDER: Registration closes on Monday for the screening and discussion of "Screenagers: Generation AI," co-hosted by Abington Community Taskforce (ACT) and Cheltenham Communities That Care (CTC). The free event will be held at Penn State Abington on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/4NtNSHtYTSrbDurM9

13 days ago, Abington School District

We are proud that all nine Abington School District schools were among the 68 schools statewide to have been recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for completing last year’s Governor’s Breakfast Challenge! The goal of the challenge was to increase student participation in school breakfast, which is free for all students. Abington’s schools were recognized for our commitment and contribution to child nutrition and the education of students. Special thanks to our Chartwells team for their partnership in this effort to ensure students are well-fed before their school day begins! #ASDProud

14 days ago, Abington School District

Willow Hill students eat breakfast together in the cafeteria

High school students grab breakfast at the mobile cart

Willow Hill student eating breakfast in the cafeteria

Last week, kindergarteners at Copper Beech Elementary enjoyed a visit from Weldon Fire Company in recognition of Fire Prevention Month. #ASDProud

15 days ago, Abington School District

Copper Beech kindergarten classes pose in front of the Weldon Heavy Rescue Fire Truck

Copper Beech kindergarteners listen as Weldon volunteer firefighters describe the tools on their fire truck

Copper Beech kindergarten students sit inside the fire truck

Copper Beech kindergarteners raise their hands to point to the equipment on the fire truck

On a beautiful Friday night, Roslyn Elementary School celebrated its Centennial and 100 years of serving the students of Abington School District! Former teachers and administrators returned to share their memories and were joined by many of their former students. Food trucks and fire trucks also lined the school's parking lot, making the entire evening an enjoyable night out for current students and their families to play games and celebrate with their school community. #ASDProud #OneASD

16 days ago, Abington School District

Students start the program by performing for the audience

Dr. Fecher and Dr. Osborne address attendees at the Centennial

Former staff returned to share their memories during a special program

Shameeka Browne and Dr. Fecher in front of a celebratory banner

Yesterday, our community came together in a beautiful display of solidarity. Thank you to our School Directors, students and staff for supporting everyone in Abington Township and the Borough of Rockledge!

19 days ago, Abington School District

High school students hold an Abington No Place for Hate homemade banner

More than 500 people registered for yesterday's COVID and flu vaccine clinic at ASHS! Many thanks to Eric's Rx Shoppe, Manor College students, and Eastern Center for Arts and Technology students for providing this service to our community as we head into cold and flu season.

19 days ago, Abington School District

Eric’s Pharmacy reps registering attendees

Tomorrow, October 9, the Abington School District community is invited to a Centennial Celebration at Roslyn Elementary School! From 4:30-7:30 p.m., Roslyn will celebrate its 100-year history with food, fun, music, memorabilia and more! #ASDProud

20 days ago, Abington School District

Last week, volunteers from the League of Women Voters of Abington came to the high school to help students get registered to vote, offer poll working options for the upcoming election, and help empower the next generation of American voters to participate in our democracy. #ASDCelebratestheUSA #ASDProud

22 days ago, Abington School District

Volunteers provide information to a student

Volunteers at the voter registration table

Volunteers station an Information Table outside of the cafeteria

On Saturday, the Overlook Elementary School community celebrated its Centennial! Teachers and staff from past and present, alumni, students and their families gathered to honor the school's 100 years of history with memorabilia, student performances, food trucks and games. Attendees had the opportunity to contribute to a time capsule and even leave audio messages for their future selves! #ASDProud

23 days ago, Abington School District

Students gathered on the playground to form a 100

Principal Dr. Karima Boyd addresses attendees with students in the background

Students perform during the Centennial Celebration

Current and past staff gather for a photo

Students wrote letters for the time capsule

Dr. Fecher and School Directors in front of the Overlook step-and-repeat backdrop

Families took photos in front of the step-and-repeat backdrop

A message booth allowed students to leave messages for their future selves

Join Abington Township and Abington School District for Abington United.

Choose Unity. Reject Hate.

Join neighbors, community leaders, faith leaders, educators, and public officials as we come together to reclaim a shared community space from hate and affirm the values of dignity, belonging, and respect.

In response to the recent antisemitic and anti-Black graffiti at the playground, we will gather in solidarity, reflect together, and stand united against hate in all its forms.

Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Glenside Weldon Property at the corner of Easton Rd. and Parkdale Ave.

Come stand with us. Reclaim the space. Choose unity. Reject hate.

23 days ago, Abington School District

Abington United - see post copy for event details.