During the annual Hour of Code event, older Overlook students learned and practiced coding skills, and then mentored students in lower grade levels. Hour of Code aims to give children the opportunity to nurture problem-solving skills, logic and creativity. #ASDProud #4CsofASD
Many Roslyn Elementary students have been learning folk dancing in their music classes with Mr. John Williams, and last week, students and their family members participated in Folk Dance Night to have fun and demonstrate what they have learned. #ASDProud
We are saddened to share that this weekend, Abington Senior High School Assistant Boys Basketball Coach Howard Burrell lost his home and all of his possessions in an overnight fire. Thankfully, his family escaped without injuries.
We ask that you keep Coach Burrell’s family in your thoughts during what is undoubtedly an especially difficult time of year to lose one’s home. If you would like to contribute to a GoFundMe campaign that was created to help his family rebuild their lives, please click and/or share this link: https://gofund.me/610f2617 #OneASD
Yesterday, students in the Abington Senior High School band had the honor of performing at an event to commemorate the Revolutionary War's Battle of Edge Hill, where a historical marker was unveiled in front of the North Penn VFW. #ASDProud
Information regarding Abington School District's procedures in the event of inclement weather was emailed to all parents/guardians today. Read the information on our website: https://www.abingtonsd.org/article/1370629
Thursday's Abington Senior High School Career Chatters included sessions on Business & Entrepreneurship, Local Manufacturing Opportunities, and Fine Art. Many thanks to the professionals who came to share their valuable experience and career advice. #ASDProud #ASDPathways
On Monday, newly appointed ASHS Principal, Dr. Alice Swift, had an opportunity to meet with teachers and staff to introduce herself and talk about her plans for when she officially begins the role at the end of January. #ASDProud #OneASD
At last night's reorganization meeting of the Board of School Directors, three new members—Ms. Elizabeth Eisenhart, Mrs. Rachel Hartman and Ms. Cathy D. Spaulding—and two incumbent members, Mrs. Shameeka Browne and Dr. Melissa Mowry, took oaths of office. Congratulations and thank you for your service! #ASDProud
Today McKinley was thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Raúl The Third! The author 's work centers around the contemporary Mexican-American experience and his memories of growing up in El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. #ASDProud
Overlook Elementary School's Anti-Bullying Committee closed out the month of November and the "Responsibility" character theme pledge by creating a No Place for Hate collage in their school to display how they can be an ally to peers. December's character theme pledge of "Gratitude" starts today with students pledging "to be positive and show gratitude." #ASDProud
Copper Beech Elementary enjoyed a visit from Chef Gaetano and Ms. Armstrong for the much anticipated @chartwellsk12’s Discovery Kitchen! Students sampled Blueberry Oat Bar and Apple Cinnamon Smoothies. These new recipes passed the CB Taste Test with flying colors! #ASDProud
The ASHS Boys Varsity Soccer team has received the 2023 Outstanding Sportsmanship Award from the Suburban Philadelphia Soccer Officials Association! Congratulations to this talented team, including coaches Mr. Randy Garber and Mr. Isaac Pitkow, along with captains Braeden Brownholtz, Oscar Hoffmann, Jose Rosario and Braden Delgado. #ASDProud #ASDAthletics
At last night's meeting of the Board of School Directors, Dr. Fecher recognized the outgoing board members, including Mrs. Erin Glaser, who served for one year, Dr. Tamar Klaiman, who served for four years, and Mr. Daniel S. Kaye, who served for 12 years. Thank you for your dedication to the students of ASD! #ASDProud
Abington Middle School's 6th Grade Choir is competing in B101's annual choir competition with their song, "Candy Cane Lane!" Voting is open until 9pm tonight at https://www.audacy.com/b101philly/contests/christmas-choir-voting-2023?fbclid=IwAR0dC8rt3uoGDHSDzD7xL3JzdIVH3pYdCIpLHP-51U-j1H5Qir8lwwuhoSI
ATTENTION ASD COMMUNITY: The Abington Middle School 6th Grade Choir needs your support in @b101philly's annual choir competition! Our song, "Candy Cane Lane," will play live on air on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 7 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 2:30 p.m. Vote tomorrow between the hours of 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. at https://www.audacy.com/b101philly/contests/christmas-choir-voting-2023 to help us advance to the next round of competition!
There is no limit to the number of times you can vote! Please share to help us win the grand prize of $5,000 and a chance to perform at the Trans-Siberian Orchestra Holiday Show in December!
At a recent assembly, Willow Hill Elementary students and staff honored longtime crossing guard, Ms. Arlene Kimes, who has been assigned to the school for more than 40 years! #ASDProud #SafetyFirstinASD #FeelGoodFriday
Today, and every day, we are grateful for our Abington School District community. Happy Thanksgiving! #ASDProud #OneASD #Thanksgiving2023
Thank you to the Administration Building staff, who collected more than 90 lbs. of fresh produce this week to donate to the Willow Grove Baptist Food Pantry, in partnership with the Abington Senior High School Fruit Ninjas! The students visited the Admin Building before dismissal today to collect and weigh the donations before loading them up for transport. #ASDProud #ASDServiceLearning #OneASD
9th grader Ben Biko worked with the 2nd Alarmers Rescue Squad on his Eagle Scout project, developing a trauma kit to treat victims of a traumatic wound until paramedics arrive. Through fundraising efforts, he was able to create 38 kits, with training sessions provided! #ASDProud
First graders at Roslyn Elementary celebrated their 50th day of school with a Sock-Hop-themed day! They held a canned food drive to see which class could collect 50 cans, and each class surpassed their goal, collecting over 150 cans to donate to the local food pantry! #ASDProud
