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NESHAMINY SCHOOL DISTRICT

We Build Futures!

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

March 4, 2014

NESHAMINY ANNOUNCES KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

The Neshaminy School District will hold kindergarten registration on Friday, March 7, 2014. Students are to

register at the school they will attend in September, 2014. Children entering kindergarten must be five years

old on or before September 1, 2014.

A parent/guardian must accompany the child to registration. Parents/guardians should bring the child’s birth

certificate or hospital birth registration certificate. Parents/guardians must provide written verification

showing dates of all immunizations. Parents or guardians must provide at least two documents to prove their

residency in the Neshaminy School District (e.g. dated and signed deeds, settlement papers or rental

contracts, current tax statements or bills, current address on driver’s license, current utility bills, and other

legal documents indicating permanent address).

For further information, please contact your neighborhood Neshaminy Elementary School.

DANCING WITH THE FACULTY IS BRINGING BACK THE 90’S!

Neshaminy Dance Team is hosting the 8th Annual Dancing with the Faculty! This program was designed to

build connections among staff and students; kids and kids; staff and staff, as well as the school community.

The dance team has taken on leadership roles and has been teaching their faculty members dance routines to

90's music. Please come out and cheer on your favorite team! Since the dance team has been invited to

Florida to dance at the Macy's Parade at Universal and the Russell Athletic Bowl-All proceeds will go to

Dancing our way to Florida fund. Dancing with the Faculty will be held on March 27, 2014 at 7 PM in the

Theodore Kloos auditorium. Tickets are $5.00.

TWO NESHAMINY SENIORS HAVE BEEN JURIED INTO THE PHILLIPS’ MILL PHOTO EXHIBIT

The Phillips’ Mill Photographic Exhibition is the premier annual juried photography show in Bucks County that

features a separate juried show of submissions from local high school students. This year two Neshaminy

students from Mrs. O’Neill’s advanced photography class have been accepted into the show. The show gives

out one scholarship, four merit awards, and two honorable mentions. Virginia Anselmi received a merit

award for her copper toned print, “Remember when…” and Rachel Goldstein received honorable mention for

her black and white print, “Reflection Perception.” The Phillips Mill Photographic Exhibition 2014 - March 9th

to March 30 - S W Th 1:00-5:00, Friday and Saturday 1:00-9:00, 2619 River Road, New Hope, PA 18938, (215)

862-0582.

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GOOD NEWS FROM POQUESSING

Two of Poquessing Middle School’s Future Problem Solving teams have advanced to the Affiliate Bowl

scheduled in April. Mr. Martys, advisor, will accompany them to the Harrisburg competition.

6th grade

Grant Harm

Amber Sanxhaku

Marko Mykhayluk

Nick Tiziano

7th grade

Jenna Kaufman

Olivia Willard

Jakub Witesko

Sanskaar Gupta

Future Problem Solving Program International (FPSPI) stimulates critical and creative thinking skills,

encourages students to develop a vision for the future, and prepares students for leadership roles. FPSPI

engages students in creative problem solving within the curriculum and provides competitive opportunities.

FERDERBAR HOSTS JUMP FOR HEART

During the week of February 10th -14th, Ferderbar Elementary School students participated in the “Jump

Rope for Heart.” This is a national fundraising event sponsored by the American Heart Association and the

American Alliance for Physical Education, Health, Recreation and Dance. This program engages elementary

school children in the physical activity of jumping rope while raising funds to support lifesaving heart and

stroke research and education.

The festivities included a “kick-off” assembly that featured The American Heart Association and the 3rd, 4th

and 5th grade jump rope teams from Ferderbar. The teachers and school staff also participated in the

jumping! During the assembly students enjoyed watching the jump rope demonstration as well as learning

about how to keep their heart healthy.

During the event, K-5 students raised money and participated in a variety of jumping activity stations in their

Physical Education classes. The school community purchased "hearts" that were displayed in the school lobby

and also got donations to help the American Heart Association. The school community was able to raise

$3,981.35, which is more than double the amount raised last year!

The event was coordinated by Mrs. Clement, the P.E. teacher, and the school nurse, Mrs. Dempsey. Thank

you to all the parents from the Home and School Association and staff that helped to make Ferderbar’s “Jump

Rope for Heart” a great success!

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