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A huge shoutout to Bo Shappell for being a finalist in the National State Teacher of the Year - Pennsylvania Chapter awards ceremony which took place this afternoon at the Pennsylvania Department of Education's Leadership Institute in Hershey! While he may not have taken home the top honor, he makes us proud every day of the year with his dedication and passion for teaching. 👏 Congrats also to Leon Smith of Haverford High School for being named Pennsylvania's Teacher of the Year! 🎉 #TeacherOfTheYearFinalist #BooneProud

🎉 Big News! 🎉 We're thrilled to share that our very own Mr. Bo Shappell is a finalist for the 2025 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year! 🙌 Mr. Shappell's dedication, passion, and commitment to students have made a lasting impact on our school community, and we couldn’t be prouder of him! Bo will be recognized during the National State Teachers of the Year Pennsylvania (NSTOY-PA)/SAS Conference, and we’d love for you to join us in cheering him on! 📅 Date: Monday, December 9 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM 📺 Watch virtually here: https://tinyurl.com/SASNSTOYPA2024 #TeacherOfTheYear #BooneProud

The Caron Treatment Centers will be hosting a virtual parent program called PREP—a free, one-hour session designed to help you navigate today’s challenges with youth substance use. The program will cover: ✅ Current youth substance use trends (like vaping) and the risks to your child’s developing brain and body ✅ How to have effective, open 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 Mark your calendars for the upcoming dates: 📅 December 17th 📅 January 20th 📅 February 13th 📅 March 21st 📅 April 14th This is a great opportunity to get the tools and resources you need to support your child in making healthy choices. 📲 Parents can register using the QR code or link on the flyer.

DB has some incredibly talented musicians! Thank you to our musicians... and especially the Interact Club for welcoming our senior citizens to a show and a meal!!

🕰️ Throwback Thursday: Birdsboro’s Original High School – The Washington Building 🕰️ Did you know that the original high school in Birdsboro was called the Washington Building? (Pictured in the 1st photo) Built in 1896, it stood proudly on W 2nd Street and served the community for over three decades. 🏫 In 1927, the “new” Birdsboro High School – the Roosevelt Building (pictured here in the 2nd photo taken in 1945) – was constructed between Adams and Jefferson Streets on W 3rd, right behind the Washington Building. The last photo shows students leaving the old Roosevelt Building heading down the hill to the newly constructed Birdsboro Elementary building. Sadly, the historic Washington Building was demolished in 1970, but its legacy lives on in the stories and memories of Birdsboro’s past. 📸✨ *photos and information courtesy of berksnostalgia.com*

We are so excited to celebrate Isaac Sherman, a junior at DBAHS, whose artwork was selected as the winner of the 2024 Christmas in Birdsboro Ornament Contest! 🌟 His beautiful design will be featured as the official ornament for this year’s festivities. 🎄✨ You can pick up Isaac’s ornament for yourself at the Birdsboro Community Center or during the Christmas in Birdsboro event on December 14th from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM! 🎁

🍂 Welcome Back, Blazers! 🍂 We hope everyone had a relaxing and refreshing fall break! 🍁 It's time to get back into the swing of things—normal school hours resume today.

🌟 November Internship Program Highlights 🌟 Our high school interns had an incredible month learning from some amazing local businesses! These mentorships provided hands-on experiences and invaluable insights into potential career paths. A huge thank you to the businesses who supported our students this month—your guidance and dedication make a lasting impact. 📌 Check out the links below to learn more about these fantastic organizations and their commitment to our community! French Creek State Park: www.frenchcreeksp@pa.gov 1st Street Players: www.1ststreetplayers.org Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center: www.pennstatehealth.org #BooneProud #InternshipSuccess #CareerReady

🦃 Throwback Thursday: Thanksgiving Edition! 🦃 On this Thanksgiving Day, we’re throwing it back to 2010 with heartwarming memories from the Amity Primary Center celebration! These moments captured the spirit of gratitude, friendship, and community that make Boone so special. Wishing everyone a holiday filled with joy, thankfulness, and time with loved ones. 🍂💙 Do you remember this celebration? Drop a comment and share your favorite Boone Thanksgiving memories! #BooneProud #ThrowbackThursday #HappyThanksgiving

🦃🍂 Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🦃 From all of us at the Daniel Boone Area School District, we wish you a joyful and safe holiday. Thank you for being part of our amazing Boone community. 💙🤍

🍁 Fall Break Has Begun! 🍁 There’s no school for students until Tuesday, December 3rd. Whether you're traveling, celebrating, or simply relaxing, we hope you enjoy this well-deserved break! 🦃✨

🚀 Future Business Leaders in the Making! 🚀 DBAHS students recently had an incredible opportunity to learn about the Emerging Entrepreneurs Academy (EEA)—a 6-week summer program for students with dreams of owning a business. 💼✨ A special thank you to: 👏 Chris Pierson (Executive Director) 👏 Gary Seibert (Chief Operating Officer) 👏 Maya Davis (DBAHS Junior & EEA Alum) ...for sharing valuable insights and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs! 💡 📲 Interested in learning more? Visit www.eeainpa.org to explore this amazing program. #BooneProud #FutureEntrepreneurs #EEA

🦃 Thanksgiving Gratitude Alert! 🦃 A huge THANK YOU to the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences Nursing Program, Krise Transportation, Dr. Dina Karalis, Birdsboro Family Dentistry and the Southeastern Berks Ministerium for their incredible generosity this Thanksgiving! Through their donations of gift cards and meals, we were able to support families in need in our school community during this holiday season. 💙 Special thanks to the Southeastern Berks Ministerium churches: St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church St. Paul's UCC - Birdsboro Immaculate Conception Church St. Paul's UCC - Amityville St. Paul's Lutheran Church Your kindness truly embodies the spirit of giving and has made a meaningful difference for so many. #Thankful #BooneProud

📣 Attention Parents! Just a reminder that Monday, 11/25, Tuesday, 11/26, and Wednesday, 11/27 are early dismissal days for all students. 🕒 💬 Parent-Teacher Conferences will take place on 11/25 and 11/26 in the afternoon and evening. This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers and discuss their progress. We appreciate your partnership in supporting our students' success!

🌟 Throwback Thursday: Fashion Flashback! 🌟 Check out these unforgettable fashion trends straight from the 1989 high school yearbook! From bangle bracelets to rolled up pants these looks bring back all the iconic late ‘80s vibes. Do you remember rocking styles like these? Share your memories and tag a friend who would have fit right in! 📸💙 #BooneProud #ThrowbackThursday #80sFashion

🎉👏 Celebrating Academic Excellence! 👏🎉 Every fall, the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, run by the College Board, recognizes high school students who achieve exceptional success on multiple AP Exams. This year, 21 Boone students earned these prestigious honors! 🏅 AP Scholar Awarded to students who scored 3 or higher on at least three AP exams. Lucas Armbruster, Sean Berger, Morgan Brennan, Cairo Derecho, Samantha Dirzulaitis, Connor Egleston, Tyler Ferenz, Austen Kennedy, Cassidy Kuchenbrod, Christopher Landis, Taylor Morba, Jake Schappell, Hannah Shelgren, and Lillian Stagg 🏅 AP Scholar with Honor Awarded to students who scored 3 or higher on at least four AP exams with an average score of at least 3.25. Anna Glass, Markus Hudock, Christopher Nana, and McCartney Woulard 🏅 AP Scholar with Distinction Awarded to students who scored 3 or higher on at least five AP exams with an average score of at least 3.5. Jennifer Pritz and Claire Yocom 🏅 AP Seminar and Research Awarded to students who achieve a score of 3 or higher on both the AP Semiar and the AP Research exams. Abigail Beltz, Tyler Ferenz, Christopher Nana, Jennifer Pritz, Lillian Stagg, and McCartney Woulard 🎓 These students have demonstrated remarkable dedication and academic excellence. We couldn’t be more #BooneProud of their achievements!

🎶❄️ Winter Concert Season is Here! ❄️🎶 This week is the start of the season filled with the magical sounds of our talented student musicians! From festive tunes to heartwarming performances, you won't want to miss the Daniel Boone Area School District Winter Concert Series. 📅 Mark your calendars! Our first concert is this Thursday, November 21st at the High School! Check out the flyer below for all the dates, times, and locations. Bring your family and friends to celebrate the joy of the season through music.🎻🎷🎤 #BooneProud #WinterConcertSeries

🎉📚 It's American Education Week! 📚🎉 This week, we celebrate the incredible educators, staff, and students who make Daniel Boone Area School District a community of excellence and growth. From our dedicated teachers who inspire, to our support staff who keep everything running smoothly, and our students who strive for greatness — you all embody what it means to be #BooneProud! 💙🤍 #AmericanEducationWeek #ThankATeacher #DBASD #BooneProud

📣 Reminder! Our first student early dismissal days of the year are happening next week: 🗓 Monday, 11/25 🗓 Tuesday, 11/26 🗓 Wednesday, 11/27 Please plan accordingly, and don’t forget to mark your calendars! 🕒

🌟 Throwback Thursday! 🌟 We're taking a trip down memory lane with this gem from the 2008-2009 Amity Primary Center yearbook! How many of these familiar faces do you recognize? From first-day jitters to lifelong friendships, these staff members helped make unforgettable memories for our students and community...and many of them still do! Tag someone you spot in the comments! 📸💙 #BooneProud #ThrowbackThursday