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Southeast Delco School District
Knightly News Collingdale Darby Township Folcroft Sharon Hill Communities
Volume 3, Issue 5
February 2014
Southeast Delco Students Receive Two Awards In Delaware County MathCounts Competition On Saturday, February 1st, Southeast Delco Middle School
students participated in their first ever Delaware County
MathCounts Competition and brought home two awards.
MathCounts is a national mathematics competition and
Southeast Delco students worked very hard preparing for this
regional event. Students from public and private schools in
Delaware County competed in this annual math challenge.
The Southeast Delco team received an award for being the best
new school in the competition and 7th grade Darby Township
student, Tommy Jamack, received the prestigious Bill
Scattergood Spirit Award. The Bill Scattergood Spirit Award is
presented to a Delaware County student who embodies the traits of creativity, originality, inventiveness,
and problem‐solving that make mathematics an essential cornerstone of academics.
MathCounts coaches, Colleen DiMaggio and Betty Schellinger, are very proud of the teams’ inaugural effort.
Darby Township Assistant Principal Damon Wade was also present to support the team. Congratulations to all of
our MathCounts participants: Khalil Harrington (Captain), Kaylah Harley, Devin Humphrey, Malcom Bevans, Jeffrey
DeLuca, Maureen Servien, Tommy Jamack, Chris Basile, Aisha Conteh, and Devin Thompson.
District Middle School Science Fair If you happened into the auditorium at Academy Park on
Tuesday, January 28th, you would have been surprised to
see not a group of high school students perhaps
practicing for a future play or musical but rather a
gathering of the finest scientific minds in the district.
This was a gathering for the District Annual Middle
School Science Fair. Students in grades 6 ‐ 8 representing
Darby Township, Delcroft, Harris, and Sharon Hill Schools
competed against one another to be crowned top
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scientist. In order for students to earn a spot at the District Fair, each elementary building held its own science
fair to determine the top three students in each grade. Those students then traveled to Academy Part to face
their competition.
Upon arrival the students set up their projects on the stage and then sat down to wait their turn to be called by
the judges. Our panel of judges was comprised of retired teachers, science students from Drexel University and
Widener University, a professor from Widener, and a former curriculum director. The judges first reviewed each
of the projects and then called students up to do their presentations. While many of the students indicated that
they were nervous about the presentations, all of the judges were greatly impressed with the way the students
spoke about their projects and how knowledgeable they were. After scoring the projects and presentations, the
judges narrowed down their choices for the top three in each grade. Dr. Stephen Butz then presented the
students with medals.
Southeast Delco 2013‐2014 District Science Fair Winners
6th Grade Winners
Glister Threadgill Sharon Hill 1st
Elijah Hamm DTS 2nd
David Peterson Delcroft 3rd
7th Grade Winners 8th Grade Winners
Nidia Robinson Harris 1st Justin Anderson DTS 1st
Sarah Dahleh Delcroft 2nd Jenaye Johnson Harris 2nd
Jazmine Hammond Harris 3rd Sarai Threadgill Sharon Hill 3rd
6th Grade Winners 7th Grade Winners 8th Grade Winners
The following students also participated: 6th Grade – Amy Dao, Amanda Qendro, Francis Payne, Alphonso Hayes, Trevon Scott; 7th Grade – Jason Cavalieri, Kayla Carr, Aaron Benton, Maureen Servrien, Zahiir Austin, Janiyah Carter, Jenna Newcomb, David Pereira; 8th Grade – Daniel Coleman Jr., Sarah Grenfell, Justin McGowan, Caelan Daley, Breanna Kerr, Ciana Coston, Isamarie Olmo, Danay Bradley
Heinz Refuge Groundhog Day Art Contest Finalists Four district students were selected as finalists in the art contest component of the annual Groundhog Day Family
Festival. Sponsored by the Friends of the Heinz Refuge, this year’s celebration had 772 entries from 27
participating schools.
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Mr. Walt Jennings, Chairman of the Groundhog Day Art Committee stated, “Not only did we receive a large
number of entries from Darby Township, Delcroft, and Harris Schools, but the quality of the work from these
three schools was commendable. One of the fifteen middle school finalists was from Southeast Delco and three of
the fifteen elementary finalists were from your schools.”
We are proud to present the Southeast Delco Groundhog Day Art Contest finalists:
Michele Huang – 3rd Grade – Delcroft School
Faith Kunkle – 4th Grade – Delcroft School
Kalaina Lewis – 5th Grade – Darby Township School
Amy Deng – 8th Grade – Delcroft School
Three of the finalists are students of Delcroft School’s art teacher, Ms. Amber Hiltner. The artwork of all of the
finalists is on display at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center.
Academy Park High School Making Lemonade In a recent survey, students were asked what motivated them to excel in school, what drove them to do well and
perform to the best of their ability. Several cited conventional aspirations like the desire to go to college or get a
well‐paying job. Many simply wanted to make their parents proud. But for one Academy Park student, what
motivates him to be successful is rather unique ‐ his sister.
In 2012, this student’s older sister became involved in a situation that resulted in her imprisonment. Since that
time, brother and sister have communicated almost weekly with messages of support for one another and
cautions from her to be vigilant and mindful of his actions and associations.
Sometimes the most profound incentives come from the most unexpected places. This student has taken the
worst of circumstances and used them to create the best of outcomes. His grades and attendance have improved
and come this spring, what was considered unlikely a short time ago, is now a distinct possibility: graduation!
Upcoming Academy Park High School Events
February 02/08
02/17
02/21
02/22
March 03/05
03/08
03/12
03/22
03/26
Rising Scholars Meeting – 8:00 AM ‐ Noon
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Progress Notices Issued
Rising Scholars Meeting – 8:00 AM – Noon
Early Dismissal – 11:00 AM
Rising Scholars Meeting – 8:00 AM – Noon
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM ‐ APHS
Rising Scholars Meeting – 8:00 AM – Noon
End of 3rd Marking Period
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Darby Township School The Weather Outside is Frightful! January brought in extreme cold weather along with some unexpected days off from school because of snow.
Students returned to school expressing that although they enjoyed playing in the snow they did not like the cold.
Darby Township School held its annual Science Fair on January 27th and the winners participated in the District
Science Fair that was held on January 28th at Academy Park High School. Two of our students made us “DTS”
proud – Elijah Hamm who placed 2nd for the 6th grade and Justin Anderson who placed 1st for the 8th grade.
Upcoming Darby Township School Events
February 02/17
02/21
March 03/05
03/12
03/17 – 03/21
03/17 – 03/21
03/26
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Progress Notices Issued
Early Dismissal – 12:45 AM
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM ‐ APHS
PSSA Reading & Math Testing
Early Dismissal – 1:30 PM
End of 3rd Marking Period
Delcroft School One Honey of a Spelling Bee Delcroft School held their annual Scripps Spelling Bee on January 9th.
Middle school students were given a qualifying exam and sixteen
students in grades 6, 7, and 8 were eligible to participate in this year’s
event. Qualifying students were provided a preparation guide to
study in anticipation of this year’s competition. Delcroft’s 1st place
winner was Laela Clark and Isis Sueksagan captured 2ndplace. Both
students are in the 7th grade and will attend the county‐wide Spelling
Bee this spring. The students and staff of Delcroft School are grateful
to Dr. Monica Watson and Dr. Stephen Butz for serving as judges.
Delcroft School Science Fair Delcroft School’s Middle School Science Fair was held on January 27th.
Students were chosen to participate from grades 6, 7, and 8 based
upon qualifying factors. Each student participating in the fair
presented their projects to the judges. First, second, and third place
winners were chosen from each grade level.
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Delcroft winners from grade 6 were: 1st place Amy Dao, 2nd place Trevon Scott, and 3rd place David Peterson.
Winners from grade 7: 1st place Sara Dalah, 2nd place Kayla Carr, and 3rd place David Periera. Grade 8 winners: 1st
place Justin McGowan, 2nd place Breanna Kerr, and 3rd place Isaiah Abiola. All Delcroft School winners traveled to
Academy Park High School on January 28th to participate in the District‐wide Science Fair.
Upcoming Delcroft School Events
February 02/17
02/21
March 03/05
03/12
03/17 – 03/21
03/17 – 03/21
03/26
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Progress Notices Issued
Early Dismissal – 12:45 AM
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM ‐ APHS
PSSA Reading & Math Testing
Early Dismissal – 1:30 PM
End of 3rd Marking Period
Harris School Bees Buzz Harris School held its annual Spelling Bee on January 6th in the old gym. Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 vied for the
opportunity to represent Harris School at the county‐wide Spelling Bee where the best spellers from schools all
across the county will gather to compete. This year’s contest was hard fought, with students going head to head
for 25 rounds before a winner was determined. After the dust settled, the 1st place victory went to 8th grader
Marcus McBurrows, 2nd place to Charles Arterbury, and 3rd place to Shara Lighter.
All participants studied and worked hard in preparation for the contest. Everyone involved should be proud of
their effort and we are hopeful that our 1st place winner Marcus McBurrows will bring the County Spelling Bee
title home to Harris School.
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Spelling Bee Winnrs Geography Bee Winners
Harris students competed in another annual “Bee” this one for Geography. Again, students studied and worked
hard in preparation for the competition. Our top three competitors were 7th grader Jonathan Williams in 3rd place;
2nd place went to 7th grader Devin Page, and the 1st place winner was 8th grader Jenaye Johnson. The next step is
to compete at the State level, for which Jenaye had to take a written test to determine her eligibility. Whether or
not she makes it to the State competition, Jenaye is a great all around student who sets a positive example for
other students to follow.
Science Fair Success The Harris Science Fair was held on January 14th in the
library under the direction of 8th grade Science teacher
Rachael Kelly. The students in 7th and 8th grade worked
hard on their projects, which made it difficult to choose
the winners. The task of deciding on the winners was up
to judges Jeffrey Ryan, Dr. Monica Watson, Tom
Haupert, and Allyson Zelewski.
Harris winners from grade 7 are 1st place Nidia
Robinson, 2nd place Jazmine Hammond, 3rd place Jenna
Newcomb, 4th place Victoria Natale, 5th place Chris Pyfer,
and 6th place Walter Wright. Winners form grade 8 are
1st place Jenaye Johnson, 2nd place Daniel Coleman Jr., 3rd place Calean Daley, 4th place Alejae Johnson, 5th place
Krysten Brown, and 6th place Jalia Kombe‐Kajue.
Overall, Harris students did a great job with the science fair and their efforts were rewarded at the district‐level
competition.
Upcoming Harris School Events
February 02/17
02/21
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Progress Notices Issued
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March 03/05
03/12
03/17 – 03/21
03/17 – 03/21
03/26
Early Dismissal – 12:45 AM
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM ‐ APHS
PSSA Reading & Math Testing
Early Dismissal – 1:30 PM
End of 3rd Marking Period
Sharon Hill School Middle School Science Fair Sharon Hill School held its middle school Science Fair on January 16th. Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 worked on
their projects since the beginning of the school year. Student members of the Rising Scholars program at
Academy Park served as judges. Sixth grade student Glister Threadgill won 1st place and his sister, Sarai
Threadgill, 8th grade, placed 3rd. Winners from the school fair then participated in the District Science Fair.
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sharon Hill School and community honored Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by taking part in several academic activities
that centered on the life and legacy of the great civil rights leader. Students were educated and reminded about
how Dr. King influenced history and civil rights by reading different literature and completing several writing
activities about his life.
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Upcoming Sharon Hill School Events
February 02/11
02/17
02/21
02/21
March 03/05
03/11
03/12
03/17 – 03/21
03/17 – 03/21
03/26
Home & School Association Meeting – 4:00 PM
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Positive Behavior Social
Progress Notices Issued
Early Dismissal – 12:45 AM
Home & School Association Meeting – 4:00 PM
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM ‐ APHS
PSSA Reading & Math Testing
Early Dismissal – 1:30 PM
End of 3rd Marking Period
Kindergarten Center Day of Service Middle school students from Darby Township School visited the Kindergarten Center and read to students as part
of a day of service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Kindergarten students were very excited to meet new
“big kids” and learn about the dream Dr. King had for our country.
Upcoming Kindergarten Center Events
February 02/14
02/21
March 03/04
President’s Day Holiday – No School for Students or Staff
Progress Notices Issued
Spring Pictures – Uniform Optional
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03/05
03/12
03/26
Early Dismissal – 12:45 AM
District Band and Chorus – 7:00 PM – APHS
End of 3rd Marking Period
Southeast Delco School DistrictEducation Services Center
1560 Delmar Drive Folcroft, PA 19032
(610) 522‐4300 (610) 461‐4874 Fax www.sedelco.org