BETHLEHEM AREA SD

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Ashlyn Reiger is in the fifth grade at Asa Packer ES. Ashland is an all-star student. Her kindness and friendly nature make her a joy to be around, and she consistently leads by example. Whether she’s ensuring everyone feels included or stepping up to help, her leadership skills stand out. Ashlyn is not on involved in several activities outside of school, but she is also an active participant in school organizations. Her dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to her community make her a role model for all students.

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Rosa Carides-Hof is the Community School Coordinator at Donegan ES. Rosa consistently puts studrnts first, making

sure their needs are met with compassion and care. Families trust her implicitly, know she is always there to support them through any challenge they face. Rosa’s belief that nothing is impossible shines through in everything she does- there truly isn’t anything she can’t achieve. Her tireless dedication over the years has made a lasting impact on our students, families and community. Thank you Rosa, for your years of commitment and service. You are an inspiration to us all.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Jacqueline Monetti is a 2010 graduate of Liberty HS. Jacqueline is currently working through St. Luke’s University Heath Network as the Family Development Specialist at Donegan ES. Jacqueline is an asset to the Bethlehem Area School District. She has worked in the realm of truancy prevention for seven years as an advocate to help assist students and families in improving attendance.

ALL BASD SCHOOLS HALF DAY: On Sep. 26. HS

will dismiss at 11 a.m. MS will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. ES will dismiss at Noon.

FREE/REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS: The Free/Reduced Meal Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are now open. Make sure your child has access to nutritious meals all year long by applying online today. Apply now: https://www.basdschools.org/dining

BASD JOB OPENINGS: BASD is currently hiring for teaching and support staff positions. Visit www.basdschools.org for more information.

NORTHEAST MS PICTURE DAY: Fri, Sept. 20. Parents should have received an email. Call the school if you did not receive the notification.

FARMERSVILLE ES HAS A NEW PRINCIPAL: Congratulations to Tracy Correll on being appointed the new Principal of Farmersville ES.

FOOD SOURCES: Thomas Jefferson ES fruit and veggie giveaways will continue once monthly in summer, during the second week of the month. Call the school for more information. Fountain Hill ES food pantry will be open one day in September. Please call the school for more information. Broughgal MS holds a fruit and vegetable giveaway the second week of each month. Contact the school for more information.

ALLENTOWN ARCHDIOCESE

HIRING: please visit https://www.allentowndiocese.org/about/employment

SAINT ANNE’S: Scholastic book fair, Sept.16-18.

ALUMNI SOUGHT: Saint Anne’s is planning a 75th anniversary celebration, and is asking alumni for memories and photos. Contact ahouston@stannebethlehem.org or call 610-868-4182 ext. 44.

MARATHON: Notre Dame of Bethlehem, 29th Annual Marathon, Friday, Oct. 11. The Marathon’s Grand Prize is a $500 Iron Pigs Gift Card.

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL AT LEHIGH

DID YOU KNOW: Centennial is one of 34 Approved Private Schools in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania that serves students with disabilities. For more information visit centennial.lehigh.edu

CHARTER ARTS HS

CASH BINGO: Doors open at 10 a.m. Bingo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Music Department. Advance ticket purchase is $20. More information at CharterArts.org/music/

Special Games, Basket Raffle, Food & More. Anyone under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sat, Oct. 5.

Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts

321 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem

PROFESSIONAL ALUMNI EXHIBIT: Arta Brito & Nate Devarie. Both artists are alumni of the school. Sept. 6- Oct. 11. In the Corpora Gallery, Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts 321 East 3rd Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. The exhibit will be open to the public for a FREE First Friday Reception on Oct. 4 from 6-8 p.m. as part of the Southside Arts Districts’s First Friday celebrations. Private viewing appointments can be made by calling 610-868-2971. For more information, visit the school website, CharterArts.org.

TOURS: If you can’t attend one of our Admissions events but would still like to visit Charter Arts to learn more, fill out a tour request form at Charterarts.org.

DUAL LANGUAGE CHARTER SCHOOL:

ENROLLMENT PACKAGES: Available at lvdlcs.org

MORAVIAN ACADEMY

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT: Swain Campus, Sept. 19, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SWAIN PICTURE DAY: Sept. 23.

GOLF/PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT: At the Lehigh Country Club. Golf: 8 a.m. Registration and breakfast, 9 a.m. Shotgun start. Pickleball, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Clinic (additional registration fee), 10:00 a.m. Registration and Warm Up, 10:30 a.m. Tournament Start.

DOWNTOWN CAMPUS PICTURE DAY: TO prepay for your order, visit orders.christmascitystudio.com. See flyers for details.

SENIOR COOKOUT: Class of 2025 members are invited to the Benigna House for a cookout lunch to celebrate the start of their Senior Year, Sept. 28, 11 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.