SCHOOL NEWS Compiled by Lani Goins
BETHLEHEM AREA
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: All BASD schools will have early dismissal Friday, Dec. 20. High schools will dismiss at 11 a.m. Middle schools at 11:30 a.m. Elementary schools at noon. All BASD Schools will be closed from Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
CONCERT RECORDING: 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, and East Hills MS, Dec. 11; Northeast MS, Dec. 12; Calypso ES and Liberty HS (LIVE), Dec. 13; Freemansburg ES, Dec. 16; William Penn ES and Miller Heights ES, Dec. 17; Clearview ES and Farmersville ES, Dec. 18; and Lincoln ES and Fountain Hill ES, Dec 19.
FREE/REDUCED MEALS: The Free/Reduced Meal Applications for the 2024-2025 school year remain open. Apply now: https://www.basdschools.org/dining
JOB OPENINGS: BASD is currently hiring for teaching and support staff positions. Visit www.basdschools.org for more information.
VACCINE CLINIC: The Northeast MS vaccine clinic is typically held every Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Appointments are required. Please contactschool’s nurse to assist with scheduling an appointment.
THEATRE WORKSHOP: Freedom High School Theatre proudly presents a “Wicked” theatre workshop filled with singing, acting and dancing on Sunday, Jan. 5. To register, visit the FHSTC Instagram page for a qr code to registration.
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.
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!
ICE RINK HIRING: Looking to earn some extra cash this winter and are at least 16 years old? Bethlehem City’s ice rink rink is hiring cashiers for weekend public skate sessions. The season ends Sunday, March 16. Please contact recreation@bethlehem-pa.gov or 610-865-7081.
CENTENNIAL SCHOOL AT LEHIGH
HOLIDAY BREAK: School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
CHARTER ARTS HS
HOLIDAY BREAK: School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
TOURS: If you can’t attend an 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:
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will have early dismissal Friday, Dec. 20 at 12:15 p.m. School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
BETHLEHEM CATHOLIC
ENROLLMENT OPEN: Visit becahi.org for a link to registration and an early bird discount for enrollment for the Class of 2029.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will have early dismissal Friday Dec. 20 at 11:30 a.m. School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
SAINT ANNE’S PAROCHIAL
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
NOTRE DAME OF BETHLEHEM
CHRISTMAS SHOW: Grade 5-8: Dec. 18 at 6 p.m.
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: School will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
MORAVIAN ACADEMY
HOLIDAY CLOSURES: All schools will be closed Dec. 23 to Jan. 5.
SCHOOL TOURS: To schedule a tour at any of our campuses, visit https://www.moravianacademy.org/admissions/visit