Daniel Boone Area School District - Learning Together; Advocating for All

📢 Reminder: Virtual Parent Program - PREP 📢 Parents, don’t miss out on PREP, a FREE one-hour virtual session hosted by Caron Treatment Centers to help you navigate today’s challenges with youth substance use. Whether it’s vaping, alcohol, or other substances, this program will provide the tools and resources you need to support your child in making healthy choices. 🌟 What they’ll cover: ✅ Current youth substance use trends (like vaping) and the risks to your child’s developing brain ✅ How to have open, effective conversations about alcohol, nicotine, and other drugs with your kids ✅ The importance of setting clear rules and consequences around substance use at home ✅ Building resiliency factors to protect your child from substance use ✅ Local resources for support and treatment if needed 📅 Upcoming Dates: February 13th March 21st April 14th Mark your calendars and register today! 📲 Simply use the QR code or link on the flyer to sign up. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others and gain valuable knowledge to protect your child’s well-being. Don’t miss out! 💡 #ParentSupport #YouthSubstanceUse #CaronCares #PREPProgram #HealthyChoices

🌟 Throwback Thursday: Strive to Be Happy! 🌟 Here’s a heartwarming moment from the 1974 yearbook! These four field hockey players are a perfect example of the joy and camaraderie that sports bring to our community. 🏑 “Strive to be happy”—a timeless message that still resonates today. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or beyond, let’s remember those moments that make us smile. 😊 Who else remembers the energy and spirit from the '70s? Share your memories in the comments! #TBT #ThrowbackThursday #StriveToBeHappy #FieldHockey #BooneProud

In consideration of the extreme cold temperatures tomorrow morning, as well as the anticipated road conditions, the Daniel Boone Area School District will operate on a 2-hour delay schedule tomorrow (Wednesday, January 22nd). Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and bundle up!

UPDATE: Due to challenging travel conditions, the Daniel Boone Area School District will transition to a virtual learning day today, with classes beginning at 9:30 AM. Please see the link below for Virtual Learning Day information and schedules: https://www.dboone.org/page/flexible-instructional-days

Due to the extremely cold temperatures and to allow proper maintenance of our buildings for snow and ice, the Daniel Boone Area School District will operate on a two-hour delay on Tuesday, January 21. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe and bundle up!

🏡✨ Student Creativity Spotlight: Check out these amazing architectural design projects from our talented students in Mr. Wayland's class this semester! They started by designing and drawing a 1/4 scale model of a home using virtual software. Then, they took it to the next level by printing and constructing physical models—complete with detailed interior floor plans! 🖥️🛠️ We’re so proud of their creativity, hard work, and attention to detail. Future architects in the making! 🔑🔨 #StudentProjects #ArchitecturalDesign #FutureArchitects #STEMEducation #HandsOnLearning

📢 Reminder: All district schools and offices are CLOSED today in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Schools will be back in session on Tuesday, January 21st. See you then! ✏️

🎉 Did you get your tickets yet?? 🎉 Daniel Boone Night at the Reading Royals is coming up this Saturday, January 18th, 7:00 PM at Santander Arena! 🏒 ✨ Beat the winter blues and come enjoy a fun-filled night of hockey, excitement, and Flyers pride! 🧡 🎟️ Student tickets are FREE with an adult purchase! 🎉 Flyers Affiliation Night means Gritty will be there, there’s a fleece hat giveaway, and the players will skate on orange ice! 🧣🧡 Get your tickets now! Ticket sales end when the puck drops at 7:00 PM on Saturday, January 18th! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/DB25/offer #ReadingRoyals #FlyersNight #DanielBooneNight #WinterFun #GrittyInTheHouse #Hockey #SantanderArena

🎤 Throwback Thursday: Mr. Boone 2014 🎤 As we gear up for tonight’s exciting 2025 Mr. Boone performance, let’s take a trip back to 2014! 🌟 Check out this throwback to the senior performers from that year’s show! From the talent, creativity, and all-around fun, Mr. Boone has always been a highlight of the year. We can’t wait to see what tonight’s performers have in store! Which year holds your top spot for the best performance? Share your favorite memories in the comments! #TBT #MrBoone2014 #BooneProud #MrBoone2025

🍼👶 Sock babies took over our high school this week! AP Psychology students are diving into developmental psychology by taking care of their very own sock babies for a whole week. This hands-on project challenges students to apply what they’re learning about changes throughout the lifespan. They’ve been busy with daily wellness check-ins, babysitting logs, and reflecting on their experience through a paper. 📝 And yes, there’s been plenty of crying! If their teachers thought their sock babies needed attention, the students had to step in and soothe them. 👶🧦 #APPsychology #DevelopmentalPsych #LifeSpanLearning

🎉 Congratulations to DBAHS seniors Emma Tidball and Max Jones! 🎉 These two outstanding students have earned their EMT certification through DB’s partnership with Elverson Honey Brook Area EMS. Their hard work and dedication to completing the EMT Program at the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences is truly impressive. Emma and Max are already putting their skills to work, caring for patients and looking forward to serving their community in healthcare and emergency services. We're so proud of their accomplishments and can't wait to see what’s next for them! 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️🚑 #DBAHS #EMT #FutureHealthcareHeroes #CommunityService

💙 Did You Know.....Caring Closets are here to support our middle and high school students! 🏫✨ Filled with non-perishable food and personal care items, these closets are a valuable resource for students in need. School counselors are available to help students access the pantry, ensuring they have what they need to succeed. A huge THANK YOU to the generous donations from local organizations, Daniel Boone families, and the Pottstown Wellness Grant for making this possible! #CaringClosets #CommunitySupport #StudentWellbeing

🗓️ For all you planners out there, the 2025-26 school calendar is now available on our website! 📅✨ You can find the link below or simply head to the NEWS section of our website at www.dboone.org to check it out! https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3543/DBASD/5138013/2025-26_School_Calendar.pdf

🌍✨ On Tuesday and Wednesday, high school students from French 🇫🇷, German 🇩🇪, and Spanish 🇪🇸 classes visited our 8th graders! The students had a blast highlighting the benefits of learning a new language and giving our rising high-schoolers a sneak peek into our foreign language programs. 🌐💬 #LanguageLearning #CulturalExchange #FutureLinguists #BooneProud

🌟 Huge Congratulations to Tyler Ferenz! 🌟 Not only did he take home the top prize at the Reading-Berks Science and Engineering Fair, earning him paid travel to compete at the prestigious International Science and Engineering Fair last spring, but Tyler has now achieved another incredible milestone — his research has been published in an academic journal! 📚🧑‍🔬 This is a major accomplishment, and we couldn't be more proud of his hard work, dedication, and passion for science! Check out his published work below and join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! 👏🎉 https://doi.org/10.4236/ae.2025.131007 #STEM #ScientificResearch #BooneProud

🔙 Throwback Thursday: A Glimpse into Amity High School’s Rich History! 🔙 Did you know the building on the corner of Rt 662 and Weavertown Road has a history that dates back to the 1930s? Originally constructed for the 1931-32 school term, the first iteration of Amity High School consisted of 11 rooms, a gym/auditorium, and served grades 1-12. 🌟 By 1939, the school expanded with four new classrooms and a shop to meet the growing needs of the community. As Amity continued to thrive, another addition came in 1953, bringing with it four more classrooms, a cafeteria, updated lavatories, a remodeled gym/auditorium, and a modernized heating system. ❄️🔥 Fast forward to 1956, when a movement to enlarge school districts led to the formation of the Daniel Boone Joint School System, which included Amity, Birdsboro, and Union Townships. The changes didn’t stop there! In 1972, as Amity continued to flourish, seven more classrooms and a library were added to the building. 📚✏️ The final additions came in the 1980s with two more classrooms, and over time, the building became the Amity Elementary Center (grades 1-5) then transitioning to Amity Primary Center (grades K-2) when the new Amity Intermediate Center building was constructed. Today, the building is home to River Rock Academy and Berks Encore, continuing its legacy of serving the community in new ways. 🏫 photo credit: berksnostalgia.com #Throwback Thursday #TBT

🐾 Stewart the Therapy Dog Visits Miss Sweet’s Class! 🐾 Before we kicked off winter break, Stewart, our HS counselor Mr. Keith Eckenrode’s amazing service dog, paid a special visit to Miss Sweet’s class at the Intermediate Center! The kids had a blast reading to him, and Stewart was all ears, soaking in the attention. 📚💙 Thank you, Mr. Eckenrode and Stewart, for spreading joy and helping our students make some memorable moments before the break! #BooneProud #TherapyDogStewart

Due to inclement weather, the Daniel Boone Area School is CLOSED on Monday, January 6. There will be no virtual learning and this snow day will not impact our school calendar. We hope everyone has a fun, warm, and safe day. ***A special message for students attending BCTC*** If BCTC is open, BCTC students must log in to Schoology accounts and submit all assignments by the due dates, and participate in scheduled live virtual sessions with their teacher. If BCTC is closed, students do not need to log in to Schoology and assignments will be completed at a later date.

We're excited to remind you that the Daniel Boone Night at the Reading Royals is just two weeks away! This is a fun event for the whole family, and a great way to show your Boone pride while supporting the Blazer Foundation. Here’s what you need to know: Date: January 18, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Santander Arena - 700 Penn Street, Reading Student tickets are FREE with a paying adult—so bring the whole family and enjoy a fun night out! It's Flyers affiliation night, too...with a fleece hat giveaway, appearance by Gritty and orange ice!! To purchase tickets, simply follow this link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/DB25 For every ticket sold, the Blazer Foundation will receive $5, which helps fund important programs for our students. We hope to see you there for a fantastic night of hockey and community spirit! 🏒

🌟 DBAHS Juniors Learn Essential Career Skills! 🌟 Our juniors recently had the incredible opportunity to sharpen their career skills, including resume building, crafting effective cover letters, and mastering interview techniques. A huge thank you to DB Alum Eric J. Rusiewicz, a Career Advisor at East Stroudsburg University, for generously sharing his time and expertise with our students! 🙏 Eric's valuable insights are sure to equip our students with the tools and confidence they need to succeed in their future career journeys. 💼✨ We are grateful for alumni like Eric who give back to our school community and help prepare our students for success! 🌱 #CareerReady #BooneProud