Bensalem High School celebrates Blue Grama Week and Black History Month achievements

The Bensalem Township School District Board Meeting held on February 26, 2025, focused on several key updates and initiatives impacting students and the community. The meeting began with a reminder that Individual Progress Reports (IPRs) will be released on March 3, marking a significant checkpoint in the academic year for students and families.

The board highlighted the ongoing Blue Grama Week, a tradition that fosters school spirit and unity, culminating in Blue Gray Night on February 28. This year's Broadway Versus Hollywood Spirit Week has seen enthusiastic participation from students, featuring themed dress-up days such as celebrity look-alikes and Hamilton Day. Additionally, the district recently celebrated Black History Month with a powerful assembly showcasing student performances that honored cultural achievements.

As the school approaches a seven-week stretch without breaks until Easter, the focus remains on maintaining student engagement and academic progress. The meeting then transitioned to committee reports, beginning with the Instructional Affairs Committee, which discussed middle school math interventions and academic goals for the current and upcoming school years.

Subsequent reports from the Business Affairs and Personnel Committees were noted, with minutes attached for review. The Policy Committee reported on its meeting held on February 18, while the Bucks County Technical High School and Bucks County Intermediate Unit provided updates on their respective activities.

The Co-Curricular Advisory Council announced the upcoming sports association annual golf outing scheduled for June 14 at the Bensalem Country Club. The Community Outreach and Public Relations Committee expressed hopes for better attendance at future meetings aimed at creating a portrait of a graduate for the district, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in addressing issues such as harassment and mental health.

The Penn Salem Education Foundation Committee reported a successful fundraising day, bringing in $8,000 for robotics programs, with significant contributions from local businesses. The Kids Education Foundation shared a brief update on Valley Elementary students' engagement with wildlife rehabilitation.

The meeting concluded with a motion to approve a program placement agreement with Keystone Freedom Academy for a Bensalem student for the 2024-2025 school year, which passed unanimously. Overall, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to academic excellence and community engagement as it navigates the remainder of the school year.