BASD

Fall 2018 Opening of School letter from Dr. Roy

Dear BASD Community members,

As a parent of two BASD students, I admire the nurturing and talented teachers that have cultivated a true love of learning in my daughters. As superintendent of schools, I am proud of our district’s commitment to providing opportunities that engage and inspire students. As a district resident, I know BASD is a special place because of our community’s pride, deep sense of loyalty, and commitment to the history and traditions of our schools.

Our students are challenged to think creatively and to pursue solutions to a wide range of global problems and challenges. Beyond academics, our students are good people who understand and respect that our community’s strength comes from its diversity of backgrounds, interests, and talents. Our students understand citizens have individual rights and collective responsibilities to each other and to their community.

Our teachers cultivate our talented, knowledgeable, caring students through an amazing array of learning opportunities in the arts, academics, athletics and service learning. This school year we are fortunate to extend our course offerings to include new “specials” courses in Spanish and Digital Literacy for elementary students as well as American Sign Language (ASL) as an elective for Liberty and Freedom students.

As a large district, we are fortunate to have the diversity of people, range of activities and depth of courses so that every child can discover and pursue their unique talents.

I invite you to be an involved part of our wonderful community.

Best wishes for a great school year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Joseph J. Roy, Ed.D

Superintendent of Schools

New district logo

The Bethlehem Area School District has, during the annual Liberty HS convocation, unveiled a new district logo symbolizing the powerful connection between the school district and the community which supports ii. The logo was designed with input from district administration, faculty, staff, students, community members, and the school board.

The logo is comprised of a large gear inset with a stylized B and the letters BASD. The gear is a nod to the community’s industrial past and a symbol of future innovation. The large B sits at an angle showing the gear rolling forward and indicating progress and momentum.

The unveiling kicked off the district’s new Built By Bethlehem marketing campaign, which will include efforts to better connect with and honor the achievements of BASD alumni.

BASD schools will be closed for classes on Yom Kippur, Sept. 19. Offices and child care are open.

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There will be a Fall Book Fair from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 6 in the auditorium at East Hills Middle School.

Charter Arts

The Charter Arts school will be closed on Oct. 8 for an in-service day.

There will be an admissions open house on Nov. 6 at the school, 321 E. Third St. Tours begin at 5:30 p.m. There will be a presentation by school administers at 6:20 p.m. No reservations are is necessary. Visit www.CharterArts.org.

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