BASD's Food Service Department is in desperate need of workers! There are MANY positions that need to be filled. Please share and encourage others to apply - we need your help!
You can apply here: https://bellefonte.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Or go to basd.net and select Employment Opportunites.
Rebecca Leitzell has had a unique teaching journey within the Bellefonte Area School District. She is one of the rare educators that have experienced secondary level, elementary level, teaching in person, and teaching online (past the pandemic) - and she has done this all within BASD.
If you would like to read more about Mrs. Leitzell’s experiences, please click here:
https://www.basd.net/article/1859148
At the end of October, Benner Elementary wrapped up the Kids’ Heart Challenge. All the students in the school participated in a culminating event that included jumping rope and an obstacle course. All students worked hard to do their best while enjoying time with their classmates. But they worked even harder earning donations this year…and the school reached its goal and raised an amazing $16,835.43, which is almost $2,000 more than our previous best! This money will be used to provide vital research and educational programs through the American Heart Association. Great job, everyone!
November 11-15 is National School Psychologist Week.
School psychologists provide direct support and interventions to students; consult with teachers, families, and other school-employed mental health professionals to improve support strategies; work with school administrators to improve school-wide practices and policies; and collaborate with community providers to coordinate needed services.
Thank you for all of the work that you do for our students!
Thank you to our Veterans!
At Marion-Walker Elementary, Miss D’Ambrosia worked with the first grade students to build bridges to escape the (pretend) zombie apocalypse! All they knew was that the zombies can't walk on bones so the students built their bridges out of them (Q-tips!). There were so many creative ideas on how to get across the ravine!
At Pleasant Gap Elementary, the third grade students had to answer the question:
If you were stranded on a desert island, how could you use your knowledge of condensation to make drinkable water?
Miss D’Ambrosia helped the students make some solar stills! The dirty water evaporated, condensed on the plastic film, and dropped into the collection bucket. It went from really salty to completely drinkable water!
At Marion-Walker Elementary, Miss D’Ambrosia worked with the kindergarten students to create a sailboat. They had to learn what would float and catch wind, and then tested the boat with raceways! They modified their designs and created some great boats!
The BAHS Library recently got FitDesks! The FitDesks are meant for students to get some movement in while reading a book or doing work on their computers while in the library.
Last night, BAHS Student Council had their annual Mini-THON Volleyball tournament. The tournament raised $1,054 for Mini-THON!
The team, BlackHawks, won the tournament. That team consisted of Tanner Ebeling, Ryder Hamilton, John Servant, Ollie Thornburg, Tate Tooker, and Peyton Vancas. Congratulations on the win!
Bellefonte Area School District would like to highlight a recent new hire: Karen Morris!
Karen is an 8th grade ELA teacher at Bellefonte Area Middle School. Here is a little information on Karen:
What is something you are passionate about outside of work?
I love to read and travel. I'm addicted to my kindle and try to get to the UK to visit my family at least every two years. I make chainmail jewelry, sew, and do other crafty things when I have the time and space. I also edit a business journal, so I'm passionate about the Chicago Manual of Style and linguistics in general.
Who would you choose if you could pick 1 person (living or not living) to have dinner with?
David Tennant and Michael Sheen. What's not to love about an actor who volunteered his time during the pandemic to help students with their Shakespeare homework, or played an amazing Doctor Who and Hamlet and Crowley (in Good Omens)? And it wouldn't be the same dinner without his partner in crime in Good Omens and Staged, a web-based masterpiece to come out of the pandemic. I'd love to learn what prompted Michael Sheen to basically become a non-profit actor who uses the money from his fame to support Wales and its people, history, and culture.
Using 3 different adjectives, describe yourself in 3 words.
Inquisitive, Distractible, Philosophical
What is the best piece of advice someone has ever given you?
Don't take it personally. It's also the hardest piece of advice I have following :-)
Why did you choose BASD?
I was impressed by the ideals of BAMS conveyed by Joe and Sommer during my interviews and I was excited to work with a smaller student population. Also, it's close to home, so I didn't have to move away from my family.
We hope that you enjoyed learning about Karen Morris! BASD is very excited to have her on our staff.
Eighth grade student, Addison Wynkoop, is an amazing young woman with a gift for singing. She had a lead role in the BAMS Drama performance of the Newsies last spring and she is often entering into contests to challenge and grow her ability to sing and perform. Recently, Addy entered the Hammerstein International Youth Solo Contest and won! By winning, Addy was given a 1:1 session with a Broadway Teaching Artist, a professional recording of her singing the song “I Cain’t Say No” from Oklahoma, and the opportunity to attend the benefit gala that would also include many Broadway stars.
You can read about Addy’s experience here:
https://www.basd.net/article/1857789
Bellefonte Area School District would like to highlight a recent new hire: Hope Weaver!
Hope is a first shift custodian at Bellefonte Area Middle School. Here is a little information on Hope:
What is something you are passionate about outside of work?
I am passionate about spending time with my family and my fiancé and his family.
Who would you choose if you could pick 1 person (living or not living) to have dinner with?
I would have to say my dad. He’s been gone almost 8 years and would love just to have dinner with him one more time.
Using 3 different adjectives, describe yourself in 3 words.
Loyal, sarcastic, honest
What is the best piece of advice someone has ever given you?
Be the person you want to be and not the person everyone wants you to be. Be yourself.
Why did you choose BASD?
Well my Uncle Denny Weaver has been telling me for a few years that I needed to apply and when some things changed in my life I decided it was time to take a chance. I felt so welcomed since I started and made a few new friends along the way.
We hope that you enjoyed learning about Hope Weaver! BASD is very excited to have her on our staff.
Last night, Mrs. Drew Eddinger, Miss Allison D’Ambrosia, and many BASD staff, PSU individuals, and local businesses came together to host the annual Family STEAM Night. It was an absolute success and everyone is already excited for next year’s event!
Hello,
I hope the school year is going well for you and your children. I would like to meet with one or more groups of parents to gather input on important topics and listen to parents' concerns and ideas. If you are interested in attending this meeting, please complete this short survey by November 15th. Invitations and date/details will follow. My intention is to include as many parents as possible. If you have questions, please contact me at rrakszawski@basd.net.
Survey - https://forms.gle/PmEAef71J1MuGnRz8
Dr. R.
The Football Team will be playing in their D6 Championship Game on Saturday!
Here is the information that you need to know:
District 6 Championship Game will be held at Mansion Park Stadium in Altoona on November 9th:
-Bellefonte Football vs. Juniata at 7:00PM
Tickets are $8.00 per person and need to be purchased using the PIAA Box Office Ticketing system.
You can find that here: https://piaad6.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
Instructions for purchasing the tickets:
1. Scan QR Code with your device’s camera or click the above link.
2. Select the Event that you would like to purchase tickets for.
3. Select the number of tickets and continue to the purchase page.
4. The tickets will be emailed to you once you successfully purchase.
5. Have the tickets pulled up on device and ready to be scanned.
6. Enjoy the event!
Mrs. Welsh and Mrs. McClure took Bellefonte Area High School students to the Arboretum at Penn State and to the new Palmer Museum of Art. It was a great day. Students made sketchbooks to record their day...sketched everywhere! We had docent-lead tours of portions of their collection. Ended our day at the Creamery. Gorgeous weather, great information, and fantastic students!
On Thursday, November 7th, the BAHS Student Council will be hosting their annual Volleyball Tournament. The proceeds from this tournament will go towards Mini-THON. The tournament will be held at the Bellefonte Area High School gymnasium and the doors open at 7:00PM. Tickets are $5.00 per person. The public is encouraged to attend! Hope to see you there!
The Boys’ Soccer Team will be playing in their first round of the state playoffs tomorrow!
Here is the information that you need to know:
First Round State Playoff Game will be held at Rogers Stadium (home) on November 5th:
-Bellefonte Soccer vs. Franklin Regional at 5:30PM – Gates will open at 4:45PM
Tickets are $8.00 per person and need to be purchased using the PIAA Box Office Ticketing system.
You can find that here: https://www.piaa.org/sports/tickets.aspx?from=hellobar
-Select Boys’ Soccer >3A > Bellefonte vs. Franklin Regional
Instructions for purchasing the tickets:
1. Scan QR Code with your device’s camera or click the above link.
2. Select the Event that you would like to purchase tickets for (Boys’ Soccer > 3A > Bellefonte vs. Franklin Regional).
3. Select the number of tickets and continue to the purchase page.
4. The tickets will be emailed to you once you successfully purchase.
5. Have the tickets pulled up on device and ready to be scanned.
6. Enjoy the event!
For Your Calendars: November 6th is Family STEAM Night!
Family STEAM Night is an evening event will be held at the Bellefonte Area High School on Wednesday, November 6th from 6:00-8:00PM. Featuring activities include: a slime room, planetarium, hands on activities, book giveaways, and much more! This event is for all ages and is free! We hope to see you there!
