SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: The BASD School Board meeting will be held at East Hills MS on Monday Dec. 16. at 7 p.m. The meeting will also be live-streamed on the BASD YouTube channel. Members of the public must be present at the meeting if they wish to address the School Board.

EARLY DISMISSAL AND HOLIDAY CLOSURES: All BASD schools will have early dismissal on Friday Dec. 20 High schools will dismiss at 11 a.m. Middle Schools will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Elementary Schools will dismiss at Noon. All BASD Schools will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

HOLIDAY CONCERT RECORDING SCHEDULE: The following concerts for these school will be available one day after they are performed on the BASD YouTube channel: Spring Garden ES- Dec. 10, James Buchanan ES, Nitschmann MS, & East Hills MS- Dec. 11, Northeast MS- Dec. 12, Calypso ES & Liberty HS (LIVE)- Dec. 13, Freemansburg ES- Dec. 16, William Penn ES & Miller Heights ES- Dec. 17, Clearview ES & Farmersville ES- Dec. 18, Lincoln ES & Fountain Hill ES- Dec 19.

FREE/REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS OPEN: 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.

SECONDARY SCHOOLS

BASD VACCINE CLINIC FOR CHILDREN: The Northeast MS vaccine clinic is typically held every Tuesday from 8:30AM to 10:30AM. Appointments are required. Please contact your school’s nurse to assist you with scheduling an appointment.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE WORKSHOP AT FREEDOM HS: FHSTC proudly presents a Wicked theatre workshop filled with singing, acting and dancing on Sun. Jan. 5. Grades 3-5, 9 a.m. to noon Grades 6-8. To register, visit the FHSTC Instagram page for a qr code to registration.

HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT AT FREEDOM HS: Join us on Friday Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. A small donation is requested. 3149 Chester Ave.

MORAVIAN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS: The Moravian University Superintendent’s Scholarship is now open for BASD students. This is a full tuition renewable scholarship. More information on applying is available at basdschools.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

ST. LUKE’S WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAM: Paid work experience program in a health care setting. For students ages 16 to 18. Must be enrolled in high school and live in Northampton or Lehigh County. To apply, visit redcap.slhn.org/surveys/?s=JWY97Y7KFWWNXC87.

LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO: Benefits include discounts on food and drinks, and a 40 percent discount at the gift shop. For more information and to apply visit lvzoo.org/volunteer.

INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE : We are looking for some fall Conservation Education Interns! This position is open to undergraduate, graduate, and recently graduated students. This internship is designed for anyone pursuing a career in: conservation, biology, environmental science, education, or another related field. Preferred candidates would have a background or interest in education and/or environmental sciences or biology related field. During their time here, interns will have the opportunity to work alongside Education Specialists and get hands-on experience with Ambassador Animals at an AZA-accredited zoo! What better way to make a difference than to educate future conservationists and engage guests of all ages? Visit lvzoo.org/get-involved/career-opportunities/ to learn more and apply today!

BETHLEHEM CITY ICE RINK HIRING: Looking to earn some extra cash this winter? Are you at least 16 years old? We are now hiring ice rink cashiers for our weekend public skate sessions. The season begins Friday, November 15th and ends Sunday, March 16th. Please contact us at recreation@bethlehem-pa.gov or 610-865-7081 if you are interested in joining our ice rink team.

CENTENNIAL SCHOOL AT LEHIGH UNIVERSITY

TALENT SHOW: Dec. 13. Contact the school for more information.

HOLIDAY BREAK: School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

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

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING: Thursday Dec. 12. Contact Charter Arts for the time and location.

HOLIDAY BREAK: School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

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:

EARLY DISMISSAL AND HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will have early dismissal on Friday Dec. 20 at 12:15 p.m. School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

2024-2025 ENROLLMENT PACKAGES: are available at lvdlcs.org

BETHLEHEM CATHOLIC

ENROLLMENT FOR CLASS OF 2029 NOW OPEN: Visit becahi.org for a link to registration and an early bird discount.

EARLY DISMISSAL AND HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will have early dismissal on Friday Dec. 20 at 11:30 a.m. School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

SAINT ANNE’S PAROCHIAL SCHOOL

HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

NOTRE DAME OF BETHLEHEM SCHOOL

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA: Presented by the Knights of Columbus. Delicious food, festive craft, and of course, a photo with Santa Claus. The Breakfast with Santa will be on December 15.

CHRISTMAS SHOW GRADES PRE-K - 4TH: Dec. 16 at 10 a.m.

BAND & CHOIR CONCERT: Dec. 17 at 6 p.m.

CHRISTMAS SHOW GRADES 5-8: Dec. 18 at 6 p.m.

HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

MORAVIAN ACADEMY

HOLIDAY CLOSURES: All Schools will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.

SCHOOL TOURS AVAILABLE: To schedule a tour at any of our campuses, visit https://www.moravianacademy.org/admissions/visit .