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📢 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

IC Families - a reminder that our Winter Concert is tonight! Doors open at 6:45 p.m.; the concert begins at 7 p.m.

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!

📢 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! ✏️

IC Families - a reminder that school is closed tomorrow, Friday, January 17 and Monday, January 20. We will see students back in school on Tuesday, January 21. Thank you!

🎉 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

🗓️ 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

🔙 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! 🏒

❄️ We hope everyone had a restful and joyful winter break, and we’re excited to kick off the new year together. School resumes today, January 2, 2025, and we’re ready to dive back into learning, growth, and new adventures. See you soon!

🎉 New Year, New Memories! 🎉 Make 2025 unforgettable—start the year with high-flying hoops and non-stop fun! 🏀 🎆 Your New Year’s Resolution: Don’t miss the Harlem Wizards! 🔥 Get ready to cheer on your favorite DB teachers as they hit the court against the Harlem Wizards! Can you guess who’s suiting up? 📅 Grab your tickets now and join us for a night of excitement, laughter, and incredible basketball magic! https://pretix.eu/harlemwizards/birdsboropa03-27-25-07-00pm/

🎆 Happy New Year from our Daniel Boone family to yours! 🎆 As we step into 2025, we’re excited for new opportunities, new memories, and continued growth together. Wishing you all a year filled with happiness, success, and plenty of reasons to smile. Reminder: School resumes tomorrow, January 2, 2025!

We’re so grateful for the community that makes our school district so special. May your holidays be filled with joy, peace, and unforgettable moments. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

🌟 Youth Education Program: Hope for Youth Impacted by a Loved One’s Substance Use 🌟 Caron is offering a special program for youth ages 7-17 who have been impacted by a loved one’s substance use. This program provides a safe space for young people to know they are not alone and to find support and understanding. 🤝❤️ 📅 Program Details: Date: Saturday, February 8th, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Daniel Boone Area Middle School, 1845 Weavertown Road, Douglassville, PA 19518 Cost: FREE This is a valuable opportunity for youth to connect, heal, and learn how to cope in a supportive environment. If you know a young person who could benefit, please share this with them.

💙 A Heartfelt Thank You 💙 We want to extend our deepest gratitude to the Southeastern Berks Ministerium (consisting of St. Paul's UCC Amity & Birdsboro, St. Paul's Lutheran, Immaculate Conception, St. Mark's Lutheran, St. Gabriel's Episcopal Churches), Threefold Blessing, and the Amity Lions Club for their incredible generosity this holiday season. Thanks to their support, we were able to provide over $4,500 in gift cards to help Daniel Boone families in need. 🎁❤️ Your kindness and community spirit have made a real difference, bringing hope and joy to so many during this special time of year. We are truly blessed to have partners like you who show up for our Boone families with compassion and care. Thank you again for your unwavering support and for spreading holiday cheer in such a meaningful way. 🌟