Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 20, in recognition of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. ✍️

In honor of School Director Recognition Month, we’re shining a spotlight on each member of the Southeast Delco School Board! 🌟 Meet Michele McGowan, an APHS alum and proud member of our board. Mrs. McGowan has one child currently attending and three children who also graduated from Academy Park! Mrs. McGowan’s priorities as a board member include parent and student advocacy, family engagement, and enhancing the arts in schools. Fun fact! Mrs. McGowan met her husband on the Academy Park High School stage during play rehearsal. They’ve been together for 29 years! Join us in thanking Mrs. McGowan for her service to our schools!

This week, principals and directors from the Southeast Delco School District visited the Reading School District as part of a unique professional development exchange program. 🏫 Our administrators were able to learn from other professionals through a job shadowing experience and facilitated discussions. The visit was a great opportunity for both districts to learn practical insights and best practices to benefit our schools and students!

We’re recognizing Sheree Monroe Whitsett, President of the Southeast Delco School Board! 🌟 Ms. Monroe Whitsett is dedicated to providing students with educational opportunities and ensuring the district’s fiscal responsibility. She is a community advocate for postsecondary opportunities for students, including entering the trades or attending college. Outside of her school board responsibilities, Ms. Monroe Whitsett enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors. Join us in thanking Ms. Monoroe Whitsett for her dedication to our schools and students!

Join the Southeast Delco School District and make a difference in the lives of our students every day. We have a variety of rewarding opportunities available! 🌟 Browse open positions and apply: https://sedelco.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

The Southeast Delco School Board Committee of the Whole Meeting, will take place Thursday, January 16, at 6:00pm. The meeting will be held at Academy Park High School.

We’re shining a spotlight on Cynthia Woodfolk, Vice President of the Southeast Delco School Board! 🌟 As a board member, Ms. Woodfolk is committed to providing a quality education for all children. She said she enjoys engaging with others through smiles and laughter! Join us in thanking Ms. Woodfolk during School Director Recognition Month!

Have you downloaded the new Southeast Delco mobile app? Through the app, you can access documents, events, news updates, and even emergency notifications. It’s everything Southeast Delco, in your pocket! 📲 Download for Android https://aptg.co/RvmTxK 📲 Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/DvcblT

We’ve had great conversations with parents, students, and staff about the proposed school uniform policy over the past few months. There are still a few more student meetings coming up! A group of students at each school will be randomly selected to attend these meetings. Thank you to everyone who has already attended a meeting to share your thoughts and learn more about the proposed policy!

In the Southeast Delco School District, we are proud to implement Positive Behavioral Intervention & Supports (PBIS) to foster a supportive and positive learning environment for all students! PBIS helps promote respect, responsibility, and readiness in our schools every day. Learn about how PBIS is making a difference in our schools: https://www.sedelco.org/page/pbis-in-the-southeast-delco-school-district

January is Thank You Month! 💙 Our schools benefit immensely from the support of our entire community. Thank you to our students for your effort, our families for your partnership, and our teachers and staff for your skill and dedication. We’re so grateful for you!

January is School Director Recognition Month! 🎉 We’re celebrating each member of the Southeast Delco School Board. Their leadership, guidance, and stewardship helps ensure our students and staff have the support they need to succeed. Join us in thanking: 🌟 Sheree Monroe Whitsett, President 🌟 Cynthia Woodfolk, Vice President 🌟 Francesca Barley 🌟 Reyshon Fowler 🌟 Theresa Harris-Johnson 🌟 John Lafferty 🌟 Michele McGowan 🌟 Rebecca Perry 🌟 Rochelle Womack #SEDelco #SchoolDirectorRecognitionMonth #ThankYouBoard

Mentoring can transform lives! Students with mentors tend to have higher academic achievement and better school attendance. 🌟 We appreciate all those who have stepped up to serve as a mentor and guide young people toward success. You truly make a difference!

Sharon Hill students who had earned enough Knight Cash via the PBIS program had a chance to enjoy a winter mix goodie bag shortly before the holidays. Well done, students! 🌟

Welcome back from Winter Break! Let’s start the new year strong. Here’s to a 2025 filled with learning, growth, and opportunity! 🙌

UPDATE: School resumes virtually on Monday, January 6. Assignments for Monday will be posted to student’s Google Classroom pages for all students in grades K-12. Assignments will be posted by 7:35 am for high school students and 8:40 am for K-8 students. Teachers will also set up live office hours to meet with students.

A big thank you goes out to the Order of Eastern Star Education Committee Chapter 95 for donating gifts to all 1st grade students at Sharon Hill School! 🙏 🎁

Happy New Year! Thank you for a truly wonderful 2024, and here’s to an even better 2025! 🎊

We would like to wish all those who celebrate a Happy Kwanzaa! 🎊

We want to wish the members of our Jewish community a Happy Hanukkah! The celebration of light begins tonight at sundown. 🌟