🚔 Welcome, Officer Curcio! 🚔
At the March 3rd Board Meeting, we officially introduced Officer Anthony Curcio as Brandywine Heights' new School Safety and Security Officer!
Superintendent Mr. Potteiger highlighted Officer Curcio’s seamless transition into the school community, and with an extensive background in law enforcement, he brings experience, dedication, and a student-focused approach to the role.
Already making an impact, Officer Curcio has been building strong relationships with students and staff—from daily fist bumps to friendly games of basketball. His presence ensures that safety isn’t just about security measures, but also about fostering trust and positive connections.
We’re grateful to have Officer Curcio on our team and look forward to the continued impact he will make! 👏🔵 #BHASD #GoBullets #SchoolSafety
2nd graders have been working hard reading with some very special helpers!! 📚
The district is holding the Education Showcase and Mindfulness Family Night April 3rd, from 5:00-7:00 pm at the High School. There will be raffle prizes, food trucks, and a bounce house! Please see the flyer for more information.
BHES students celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday during Read Across America week last week. The intervention department hosted their annual Seuss Festivities in which students listened to a Seuss story and participated in an activity.
📙 2nd graders listened to Bartholomew and the Oobleck and experimented with oobleck to explore its properties as both a solid and a liquid.
📕 3rd graders were introduced to The Cat in the Hat Learning Library and listened to Oh Say Can You Say What’s the Weather Today? After learning about different types of weather, students built and tested structures to withstand a heavy storm.
BHES students celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday during Read Across America week last week. The intervention department hosted their annual Seuss Festivities in which students listened to a Seuss story and participated in an activity.
📕 PreK students listened to Green Eggs and Ham and experimented with fizzy green eggs.
📗 Kindergarten students listened to the Cat in the Hat, made slime, and built cup towers.
📘 1st graders listened to the Lorax and created Truffula Trees.
🏆 Celebrating Brandywine Heights Athletic Excellence! 🏆
At the March 3rd Board Meeting, we had the honor of recognizing two outstanding student-athletes for their record-breaking achievements:
🔥 Addison "Turbo" Benner – Girl’s All-Time Leading Scorer (1,282 points)
Addison has officially rewritten history, surpassing a 15-year record set by Deanna Daddona (1,253 points). Her dedication, skill, and relentless drive have set a new standard for Brandywine Heights basketball, inspiring future generations to reach for greatness.
🤼 Jacob Greiss – 100 Career Wins
With 100 career wins under his belt, Jacob has cemented his legacy in Brandywine Heights wrestling history. His grit, determination, and passion for the sport have propelled him to this milestone, making him the 39th wrestler in school history to reach this elite achievement.
Congratulations to Addison and Jacob on their remarkable accomplishments! 👏🎉 #BHASD #GoBullets
In Library Class, Kindergarten read author Karma Wilson's Hilda Must Be Dancing, and then had to follow directions in different songs.
🐐💋 Kissing for a Cause
FFA put a fun spin on giving back! Students collected canned goods, dropping them into boxes labeled with their teachers’ names. The catch? The three teachers with the most donations had to kiss a goat!!
Turns out, Mrs. Paxson, Mrs. Bollinger, and Mr. Strohecker were the lucky winners! (Or unlucky, depending on how you feel about goat smooches.)
Huge thanks to everyone who donated—your support made a difference, and the goat didn’t seem to mind the extra attention either! 🥫🐐
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Once online enrollment forms are filled out, please call the elementary school to schedule your screening. At the screening session, your child will receive a "kindergarten readiness kit" with fun materials and resources! Don't miss out on getting these kits and register now!
Quinn, one of our 3rd graders, and his Odyssey of the Mind team were awarded first place at the East Central Regional Odyssey of the Mind competition this past Saturday! The team competed in the "OMazing Race" problem, which required them to design and construct vehicles capable of navigating a course and completing specific tasks using unconventional power sources. This challenge emphasizes creative problem-solving and theatrical presentation. Quinn's team began practicing in October and demonstrated exceptional dedication throughout the process. Notably, the team is the youngest in their division, with members ranging in age from 7 to 9 years old, and comprises students from four different elementary schools. Congratulations, Quinn!
🔥 BIG NEWS for Camp Spark! 🔥
Thanks to an incredible $15,000 donation from the Brandywine Heights Education Foundation, Camp Spark is BACK and 100% free for over 100 students this summer! 🎉
Camp Spark is a three-week program for students in grades K-6, blending learning and fun in a camp-like environment. Led by certified teachers, it keeps students engaged, inspired, and ready to shine!
A huge THANK YOU to the Brandywine Heights Education Foundation for making this opportunity possible! 💙
Don't forget to spring forward! ⏰ Set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 9.
📚✨ Happy Read Across America Week! ✨📚
What better way to celebrate the joy of reading than by sharing some book recommendations from our incredible librarians? From magical adventures to thought-provoking reads, these are just a few of their favorites! 📖❤️
Have a favorite book of your own? Drop it in the comments! Let’s spread the love of reading throughout Brandywine Heights! 📚 #ReadAcrossAmerica
There is an early dismissal next Friday, March 14th!
Car Pick Up Doors Open @ 12:50
Walkers + Bus Riders are Dismissed @ 1:05
Happy Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! 🚜🔧
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible maintenance team for keeping Brandywine Heights Area School District running smoothly—rain or shine, behind the scenes, and always with a smile. Your hard work, dedication, and expertise make a difference every single day. We appreciate you!
#BHASD #GoBullets #ThankYouMaintenance
🌟 March New Heights Award Winners 🌟
This month, we celebrate our outstanding honorees whose dedication makes Brandywine Heights a better place every day. Kimberly Soden brings kindness, love, and creativity to our students, knowing every child’s name and brightening their mornings with hand-drawn holiday breakfast bags and festive kitchen decorations—all made in her free time. Her unwavering commitment to making students feel valued is truly inspiring.
We also recognize our Transportation Drivers & Personnel, the backbone of our school day, covering an incredible 414,000 miles per year to ensure our students arrive safely and on time. Through rain, snow, and early mornings, their care and dedication never waver. Thank you for keeping Brandywine Heights moving! 🚍💙 #NewHeights #BHASD
In honor of Read Across America week, check out some of BHES's happy readers! So proud of how much they are reading at home!
🔥 Show Your BHASD Pride! 🔥
This Friday, March 7, we’re going all out for District-Wide Spirit Day! Break out your maroon, grey, and Bullet gear—let’s flood the halls with school spirit! 🎉💥
Tag us in your spirit wear pics using #BHASD #GoBullets
2nd graders in Mrs. Rissmiller's class practiced adding the 3 digit numbers on their "donuts" in math class on Tuesday (fasnacht day!). 🍩➕🍩🟰😁
Join in on the fun tomorrow by wearing Brandywine Heights gear or colors! Tag us in your monthly spirit attire using #BHASDpride #newHeights
