Daniel Boone Area Intermediate Center

🌸 Caring Carnations Fundraiser Orders Coming Home Today! 🌸 We’re excited to announce the Caring Carnations Fundraiser at the Intermediate Center! 🎉 Students will be bringing home flyers, order forms, and flower tags today, so make sure to check those backpacks! 🎒 🗓 Order Deadline: Monday, February 10th 🌹 Flowers will be delivered on Thursday, February 13th and Friday, February 14th (perfect for Valentine’s Day! 💖) Not only will you be sending a beautiful, thoughtful gesture to someone special, but all funds raised will go toward health & wellness initiatives at the IC, like after-school programming, new recess equipment, and more! 💪 #CaringCarnations #ValentinesFundraiser #SupportOurSchool #WellnessMatters

🌟 Supporting Youth Impacted by a Loved One’s Substance Use: A Safe Space for Healing 🌟 Caron understands the challenges that young people face when a loved one’s substance use affects their lives. That's why they're offering a special program for youth ages 7-17—a place where they can connect, heal, and feel supported by others who understand. 🤝❤️ This program is designed to create a safe environment for young people to express themselves, find hope, and learn healthy coping strategies. 📅 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 chance for youth to take the first step toward healing in a supportive and understanding setting. If you know a young person who could benefit from this program, please pass this along to them! 🌱 #HopeForYouth #SubstanceUseSupport #YouthHealing #CaronCares #MentalHealthMatters

🌟 January Internships🌟 This month, we are excited to recognize three of our high school students who are gaining hands-on experience through internships with local businesses! 🙌 🍴 Annamarie's on Main (Birdsboro) - Where creativity and delicious dishes come to life. https://www.annamariesrestaurants.com/ https://www.facebook.com/annamariesbirdsboro/ 🏃‍♀️ Phoenix Physical Therapy - Shaping the future of health and wellness. https://phoenixphysicaltherapy.com/douglassville/ https://m.facebook.com/p/Phoenix-Physical-Therapy-Douglassville-PA-100076360185652/ 📚 Daniel Boone Area School District - Fostering the next generation of learners. These internships are more than just skill-building—they’re creating real-world connections and opening doors for future careers! 🌱💼 We can’t wait to see where these experiences take these bright young minds. #FutureLeaders #InternshipJourney #MentorshipMatters #BuildingTheFuture #BooneProud

🐾 #ThrowbackThursday 🐾 Look at these students from our 1987 Orion yearbook proudly displaying their Pound Puppies! 🐶💕 Who else had one of these stuffed friends? It was a toy trend that took over the mid '80s, and it looks like our students were all about that puppy love! Share your favorite childhood toy memories with us in the comments below. 👇 #TBT #PoundPuppies #SchoolMemories #ToyTrends

📢 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

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

🌟 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

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

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!

📢 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! ✏️

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!

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/