Haverford Happenings Newsletter

2024

Read all about the October 2024 Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Strategic Planning 2024-25
21 Haverford HS Students Named National Merit Scholars
New Science Standards and Assessments
How Sneak-A-Peek Days Make a Positive Impact on Students
Haverford Township Police Department presents Social Media Safety
Future Business Leaders of America
Haverford HS Earns Governor’s Civic Engagement Award
Free and Reduced Lunch Application
Food Services: Student Account Payment Options
Honoring Our Principals: Celebrating Leadership and Dedication
National Custodian Appreciation Day
Go Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
October Cultural Connection
Discover Day - November 2nd
Community Conversation with the School Board
School Board
Upcoming Events
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Read all about the 2024-25 Back-to-School Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

First Day of School is Tuesday, September 3rd.
Dr. Maureen Reusche: Next Chapter
Key Information on Cell Phones
Navigating the School Bus
Where is my student's bus? Location Tracking and Alerts
Breakfast is free to all students
Back to School Forms
School Messenger Communication System
Updated Fee Payment System
Summer Reading and Math Resources
It's a Great Day to be a FORD! Welcome new teachers!
Introducing our new Building Administrators
Community Conversation with the School Board
School Board
Upcoming Events
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Read all about the June Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Finalist - Mr. Leon Smith
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Video and Pictures!
SDHT Board Policy Update
35th Annual Young Poets of Delaware County Poetry Contest Winner
Central League Writing Contest Winners!
Holocaust Survivor's Testimony: A Story of Resilience
Art in Action
Ending Hunger. Enriching Lives.
"Pack-a-Purse"
Summer Curriculum Resources
New Parent/Guardian Communication System
2024-25 Proposed Final Budget Public Inspection Notice
Property Tax/Rent Rebate
June Cultural Connection
Student-Athletes
Unified Handball Students vs. Teachers
Chill Out and Celebrate: Water Ice Party from the Haverford Education Foundation
Making a Difference Award Winners
Student Representatives to the School Board
Community Conversation
School Board Information
Upcoming Events
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Read all about the May Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Teacher of Excellence
Delaware County School Bus Drivers Safety Competition
Recess Referees: Building Bonds and Fostering Fun
Pawsitive Pages: Therapy Dogs Enhancing Children's Reading Experience
FORDS Diversity Career Networking Event
Accounting Finance Business Initiative
Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference
Latini discipuli egregie gesta sunt (Latin students performed exceptionally well)
Property Tax/Rent Rebate
2024-25 Proposed Final Budget Public Inspection Notice
Residency Verification
May Cultural Connection
School Lunch Heroes
Feeding School Kids Initiative
Twilight Run
HHS Fall Sports Information Night
Community Conversation
School Board Information
Upcoming Events
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Read all about the April Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Residency Verification for students in fifth (5th) and eighth (8th) grade who plan to attend HMS and HHS in September 2024
Science Investigators
Global Economic Forum
Cultivating Kindness
K-12 Family Brain Nights
- Haverford Family Brain Night Tuesday, April 16, 7 - 8 pm, In-person at HMS Library
  Registration link: https://bit.ly/hav-brain-night-1
- Haverford Family Brain Night Wednesday, April 24, 7 - 8 pm Virtual via Zoom
  Registration link: https://bit.ly/hav-brain-night-2
Twilight Run
HHS Volunteers Support Special Olympics Team
April Cultural Connection
DCIU Mental Health Literacy
Social for Older Adults
HHS AP Art Show
Best Communities for Music Education - Year 10!
PSSA Dates Spring 2024
Upcoming Events
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Read all about the March Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Residency Verification for students in fifth (5th) and eighth (8th) grade who plan to attend HMS and HHS in September 2024
PSSA Spring 2024 Dates
Congratulations to HHS Social Studies Teacher Leon Smith
Cultural Exploration of the Spanish-Speaking World
All Girls Hack-a-Thon
Creative Arts and Social-Emotional Wellness
Community Conversation
2025- 2026 School Year Calendar was approved
Haverford HS College Planning Night - March 20th
Nurturing Courage & Competence: Parenting your child with Anxiety - March 18th
March Cultural Connection
National School Social Work Week
Mean Girls the Musical
Great Kindness Challenge
Souper Bowl of Caring
Student-Athlete Signing
Twilight Run
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates
Join Our Team! We are Hiring

Read all about the February Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Academic Achievement
The Future Educator’s Academy
"Caught Spreading Sunshine"
National School Counseling Week
Student Attendance
Residency Verification Begins March 1st
DCIU Mental Health Literacy
AAC Caregiver Training
Haverford Middle School Receives Art Grant
PMEA Chorus Festival
Willy Wonka Jr.
MLK Day of Service
February Cultural Connection
Snow Removal
Community Conversation
School Board Meeting Information
Inclement Weather/Closing Information
Upcoming Dates
Join Our Team! We are Hiring

We Read all about the January Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Kindergarten Registration - Opens Monday, January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM
Recess Reimagined for a Thriving School Experience
I Have a Question. Who should I contact?
Lynnewood Lions Make-A-Lunch
National Honor Society Community Gift Drive
January Cultural Connection
- New Year Celebrations Across the Globe
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January is School Director Recognition Month
Community Conversation
School Board Meeting Information
Inclement Weather/Closing Information
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

2023

Read all about the December Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Kindergarten Registration - Opens Monday, January 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM
HHS Class of 2028 Parent/Guardian Information Night - December 14 at 6:30 PM
Thank you to our Veterans
Student Achievement
HHS 2024-25 Course Selection Guide
School Traffic Patterns
Celebrating 25 Years in Education!
PIAA Coaches of the Year
Congratulations to our Student-Athletes
Celebrating our Students and Staff
School Board Meeting Information - New times for Committee Meetings
School Board Reorganization
Inclement Weather/Closing Information
December Cultural Connections
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

Read all about the November Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Practical Understanding of Math
Teach in PA
SEW: Wellness Days
Jeremy Tomaszewski, Ph.D. honored with the PAEMST Award
Liam Gallagher receives the William B. McIlwaine Science Teaching Award
National School Psychology Week November 6-10th
American Education Week November 13-17th
Outstanding Visual Arts Community 2023
November Cultural Connections
Mental Health Literacy
60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Discover Day - November 4th
HHS Fall Musical "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
Community Conversation with the Board of School Directors - November 30th
School Board Meeting Information - New times for Committee Meetings
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

Read all about the October 2023 Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

23 HHS Students named National Merit Scholars
Strengthen Students’ *CORE* Through Play
StopFinder - Know where the bus is!
Free and Reduced Lunch Applications are due ASAP
National Principals Month
60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Thank you to our Food Service Staff!
Join our team! We have an IMMEDIATE need for food service workers
National Custodian Day
National Hispanic Heritage Month and October celebrations
Going Gold
Fords Fight for Life
Celebrating HHS Track and Field
Discover Day - November 4th
HHS Fall Musical "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

Read all about the 2023-24 Back-to-School Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Dr. Reusche Welcomes You to the 2023-24 School Year!
Riding our buses on September 5th?
StopFinder
Join our team! We have an immediate need for food services workers
Haverford High School is ranked 18th in Pennsylvania
Academic Achievements
Back to School Forms
Free and Reduced Meal Applications
Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Introducing our new Building Administrators
Welcome to Haverford!
2023-24 School Year Calendar
School Board Meeting Information

Read all about the June Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Residency Verification Requirement for those entering 6th and 9th grades
Summer Math, Reading, and Kindergarten Readiness Resources
HHS Counseling Summer Newsletter
2023-24 School Year Calendar of Events
Celebrating the Class of 2023!
Unity Day - 5th Grade
Domenick Recchiuti Humanitarian Award
Retirements
Celebrating our Students and Staff!
Student-Athlete Recognition
Best Communities for Music Education
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Events
We are Hiring!

Read all about the May Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

Residency Verification Requirement for current 5th and 8th grade students
Video Streaming Access Update for Grades K-5
Social for Older Adults
Citadel Heart of Learning Award
Haverford HS Award Winners
Secondary Art Show - May 17-19th
Celebrating Earth Day
Keystone Bus Schedule
Celebrating our Staff!
Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May Celebrations
FORDS Career Networking Event - May 24, 2023
Student Art Reception
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Events
We are Hiring!

Read all about the April Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

HHS Robotics Team
Facilities Feasibility Information
Medicaid / and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Renewal
Coopertown, We’re Going Places!
HHS College and Carer Fair
PSSA Spring Dates
April celebrations
Twilight Run
Field Trip Bag Lunch Order
School Board Meeting Information
Celebrating our Students!
Upcoming Events
We are Hiring!

Read all about the March Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

All Girls Hackathon
Coopertown's Eco-Team Club
Student Forum and the Future Educator Academy
Mood Boost
The Great Jump OFF
PSSA Spring Dates
March celebrations
Feeding School Kids Donation
Read Across America
Celebrating our Students!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Events
We are Hiring!

Read all about the February Haverford Happenings! You will find information about the following:

The Great Kindness Challenge
National School Counseling Week
Building relationships through mentorship
Making a Difference
News and Media Literacy - Parent/Guardian Resources
Student Attendance
Haverford HS Electives Fair
February celebrations
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Celebrating our Students!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Events
We are Hiring!

Read all about the January Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding the following:

2023-24 School Year Registration
Internet Safety and Filtering - Parent/Guardian Resources
60 Seconds with the Superintendent
Haverford HS New Course Offerings
Female Student-Athlete Forum
Haverford HS Job Fair
National Honor Society Gift Drive
Fords Forward
January celebrations
January is School Director Recognition Month
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

2022

Read all about the December Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Celebrating 25 Years in Education
HHS Students attend the Conference of the Columbia Scholastic Press Association
Veterans Day visit at Coopertown Elementary School
A School Lunch Menu Where Students Have A Vote
HHS Class of 2027 Parent Information Night 12/19
Student Athlete Signing Day
Conflict Mediation Program at Chestnutwold Elementary
December celebrations
Winter Virtual Library
Kindergarten Registration begins on January 9th
Inclement Weather Closing Information
SDHT Points of Pride: Celebrating our students and staff
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates - Winter Concerts
We are Hiring!

Read all about the November Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

HHS Students participate in the The Big Thing Summit
HHS Boy's basketball coach, Keith Heinerichs, has been selected as a PIAA/NFHS Coach of the Year
HHS Drama Club presents HONK! Shows are tonight and tomorrow!
School Pass Attendance reporting system
New activities and clubs in our schools
November celebrations
Haverford High School 's Diaper Drive
SDHT Points of Pride: Celebrating our students and staff
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates - DISCOVER DAY coming Saturday, November 5th
We are Hiring!

Read all about the October Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

National Merit Scholars
Dr. Jeffrey Nesbitt named the PA Science Administrator of the Year
Students and Staff support Pediatric Cancer Awareness
School Meals are no longer free to all students - Apply for Free and Reduced Meals
Breakfast is free for HS and MS students
Elementary Attendance Procedures
Complete your Contact forms in PowerSchool
October celebrations
SDHT Points of Pride - Welcoming new staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates - DISCOVER DAY coming Saturday, November 5th
We are Hiring!

Read all about the September Haverford Happenings- Back to School Issue! You will find information regarding:

Riding our buses on September 6th?
School Meals are no longer free to all students - Apply for Free and Reduced Meals
Back to School Forms
New procedures for absence and lateness reporting
New Parent/Guardian Notification System
Welcome to the new school year from Food Services
ARP ESSER Health and Safety Plan 22-23
One-Time Boost to Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program
SDHT Points of Pride - Welcoming our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

Read all about the July Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Free/Reduced Meal Application 2022-23
Health and Safety Plan 2022-23
Welcome Dr. Renee Moser, Manoa Elementary Principal
New Parent/Guardian Notification System
Summer Curriculum Resources: Reading, Math, and Kindergarten Readiness
District Staff Professional Development
HHS Athletics: Important Dates and Family ID
HHS Additions and Renovations Project
Community Book Donation
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates
We are Hiring!

Read all about the June Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Summer Curriculum Resources: Reading, Math, and Kindergarten Readiness
Comprehensive Plan
Special Education Plan
2022-23 Budget
Congratulations to the Class of 2022!
Honoring our Retirees
Domenick Recchiuti Humanitarian Award
DCIU Student Equity Forum
Potter Cup
Franklin Mint Financial Reality Fair
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the May 13th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Tuesday, May 17, 2022 Early Dismissal
HHS Keystone Testing Bus Schedule
Delaware County School Bus Safety Competition Rodeo
Celebrate National School Nurse Day
Hats off to our Food Service Staff
May is Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month - Virtual Library
DISCOVER DAY - Saturday, May 14th, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
QPR Gatekeeper Training for Suicide Prevention, Monday, May 16th, 7 - 9:00 PM
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the April 29th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Welcome Ms. Christina Carter, Director of Learning and Assessment
HMS Art students painting the town! Spring has Sprung
Earth Day activities at Lynnewood Elementary School
HHS/ACAP Summer Residency Program
SDHT Best Communities in Music Education
May Celebration Days
Parent Trainings
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the April 8th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Spring Break!
Executive Deputy Secretary Dr. Debora Carrera visits Chestnutwold Elementary School
Feeding School Kids Program
High School Renovation Project Update
PSSA Testing Window Dates
April is National Poetry Month
Best Buddies Friendship Walk
Mama Mia!
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the March 21st Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Matthew Crater named the 2022 PA Outstanding Assistant Principal of the Year
Health and Safety Plan Update
Discovery Kitchen
National School Social Work Week
The Great Jump-Off
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the March 4th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Financial Literacy
The Fordian, Haverford High School’s online newspaper
Read Across America Virtual Library
Women's History Month Virtual Library
Celebrating our Alumni
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the February 18th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Masks recommended update
Middle School Unified Basketball Team
"Souper Bowl" of Caring
Filmakers and App designers
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
School Board Meeting Information
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the February 4th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

National School Counseling Week
Black History Month Virtual Library
Great Kindness Challenge
Social Emotional Wellness
Haverford HS Sports Broadcasting Club
School Board Meeting Information
SDHT Points of Pride - Celebrating our students and staff!
Upcoming Dates

Read all about the January 13th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Clinic
2022-23 Registration for New Students (K-12)
School Director Recognition Month
School Closing Information
What to Expect on a Virtual Day
SDHT Points of Pride
Upcoming Dates

2021

Read all about the December 17th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Holiday Message from Dr. Reusche
New School Board Members
Lynnewood Elementary Bigs and Littles
2021 Model Senate on Science and Technology
National Honor Society Induction Ceremony - Watch on Youtube
Upcoming Dates
Points of Pride

Read all about the December 3rd Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

December 2021 Calendar changes
School Board Recognition
Kindergarten Registration
PMEA District 12 Level Band, Choir, and Orchestra Musicians
National Business Honor Society Induction Ceremony - Watch on Youtube
Upcoming Winter Concerts
Points of Pride

Read all about the November 19th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

American Education Week
Celebrating 25 Years in Education
Vaccination Clinic and DCIU webinar
Reviewing the Health & Safety Plan
Haverford HS Athletics News
Points of Pride

Read all about the November 5th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic for Children Ages 5 through 11
Health & Safety Plan Test to Stay Program
School Board Information:
- Welcome School Board Members
- What’s the Difference Between a School Board Meeting and a Committee Meeting
- Community Conversation with School Board Leadership
November Virtual Resource Library Native American Heritage Month
Parent/Guardian Workshop
Points of Pride

Read all about the October 20th Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Haverford HS Renovations Project Phase II
Haverford Middle School Recognized as Outstanding Visual Arts Community
Food Services Update
Daily Symptom Screening
Points of Pride

Read all about the October 1st Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

School Lunch Hero
We are Hiring!
Transportation Update - Driver Shortage
Welcome to our HHS Athletic Director
Points of Pride

Read all about the September Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Transportation
Food Services - New menus
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
School Board Meeting Information
Points of Pride

Read about all the June Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Graduation Information and link to live stream
Student Accomplishments and Awards
Domenick Recchiuti Humanitarian Award recipients
Chestnutwold Elementary welcomes new Principal
School Board Meeting Information
Celebrating our students and staff

Read about all the May Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding:

Parent Seminar: "Talking with your teen about self-care: Developing and applying long term strategies"
Summer School Programs
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Lynnewood Elementary School Activities
School Board Meeting Information and Public Comment Procedures
Celebrating our students

Read about all the April Haverford Happenings! You will find information regarding: