Staff Spotlights that Inspire
Passionate. Engaging. Mentor. The BASD administrators, teachers, and staff are committed to providing a safe and supportive environment in which each student will attain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become a productive citizen and life-long learner in our technologically demanding and culturally diverse society.
BASD eNews Celebrates Kristina Fontanez at Donegan
Grade 3 Teacher
Mrs. Fontanez is a postivie, driven, student-centered educator who always sees the best in her students and looks for new techniques and strategies to engage, support, and find success for her students. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD Appoints Jack Silva as New Superintendent
Bethlehem Area School District board members Monday accepted the retirement of Superintendent Joseph Roy.
Roy's tenure with the district will end on July 15, 2023.
In the same slate of votes, the board approved the appointment of Jack Silva as superintendent.
Read moreCelebrating the Work of our Community School Coordinators
Community School Coordinators help to make our schools a true hub in their community. They are a resource that students, families, and staff appreciate every day. This week they spent time focusing on self-care, setting goals, and embracing Leader in Me work. BASD has 8 Community School Coordinators at 8 of our BASD Schools.
BASD eNews Celebrates Fred Harris at Liberty
Mr. Harris was named PA Region 2 Athletic Director of the Year! Congratulations!
BASD eNews Celebrates Roseanne Kratzer at Freedom
Certified School Nurse
Ms. Kratzer has patience and a kind demeanor with every student that enters the health room. There is no injury too big or too small for her tender, loving care. When a serious situation occurs, she can easily make educated and calculated decisions with a smile on her face. We are so blessed to have such a dedicated and talented nurse taking care of our school community. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreSchool Board Announces New Superintendent
The Board of School Directors of the Bethlehem Area School District is proud to announce their intention to appoint Dr. Jack P. Silva as the next Superintendent of the Bethlehem Area School District effective July 2023. The Board of School Directors will vote to approve Dr. Silva at their April 24, 2023, School Board Meeting. Dr. Silva will succeed Dr. Joseph Roy who has served as the District’s Superintendent since 2010.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Paige Hoffman at Fountain Hill
Community School Coordinator
Mrs. Hoffman loves the students and puts their needs first. She motivates the staff and loves to be a part of everything they do. She goes above and beyond teaching SEL lessons to entire classes. Her passion for her students and community is contagious. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Rita Haberstumpf at Donegan
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Associate School Nurse
Ms. Haberstumpf is caring and compassionate and does more than apply bandages. She communicates with the students on their level, whether they are kindergarteners or high school student seniors. She has excellent communication skills when training school staff and educating families and students. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Alexis Szaro at Marvine
Guidance Counselor
Ms. Szaro is a passionate, caring, involved counselor who is there for every student who needs her. She goes above and beyond her role to ensure a safe school community. Everyone loves Ms. Szaro, from our students to our staff to our families.
Ms. Szaro is Built by Bethlehem and now Building Bethlehem. She attended Miller Heights, East Hills, Freedom, Moravian University, and Lehigh University. She completed her School Counselor internship at Freemansburg and Freedom. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreNational School Maintenance Staff Appreciation Day
March 3, 2023 is National School Maintenance Staff Appreciation Day. Thank you for all that you do for our district!
Freedom High School Opens Wellness Center
The Bethlehem Area School District is proud to announce the official opening of a Wellness Center at Freedom High School. The Wellness Center is designed to support our students at Freedom High School servicing, social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on February 24, 2023 to officially unveil the center to the community.
Built By Bethlehem: Clearview Elementary Teacher and Miss Bethlehem, Miss Emily Gleason
Clearview Elementary School teacher Emily Gleason is this year's Miss Bethlehem! Emily is competing in the MIss USA State Preliminaries with aspirations of representing the state at Miss USA! BASD Superintendent Dr. Joseph J. Roy visited Miss Gleason's classroom to learn more about how she is using her journey to inspire her students to pursue goals that may be challenging and new. Thank you and best of luck from all of us in the BASD!
BASD eNews Celebrate Rick Amato at Governor Wolf Elementary
Principal
Principal stands for all Mr. Amato is...
Patient
Resilient
Influencer
Nurturing
Compassionate
Integrity
Peacemaker
Appreciated
Leader
For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreDr. Roy, Dr. Anthes, and Mr. Whitaker Present at the AASA Conference
A Pennsylvania superintendent engaged the audience with stories and action steps to evaluate and improve the School Resource Officer program in their districts. This story was produced by Michael Ellson at the 2023 AASA Conference in San Antonio, Texas. For more information, visit nce.aasa.org/conference-daily-online.
BASD eNews Celebrates Jenn Johnson at Lincoln Elementary
Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Johnson is a fierce advocate for her students and works tirelessly to meet their needs. She maintains an asset-based and growth mindset each day. Ms. Johnson digs deep to know her students and families and she focuses on building a positive classroom community. She is a pillar of support for the Lincoln family and leads a variety of initiatives and programs to help enrich the leadership, culture, and academics at Lincoln.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Ross Makary at Liberty High School
Industrial Arts Teacher
You lead by example and offer the best of yourself each day. You are a teacher, stage creator, electrician, video/sound engineer, event coordinator, mentor, and so much for Liberty and BASD. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Susan Windfelder at Calypso
Grade 1 Teacher
You lead by example and offer the best of yourself each day. You teach your students to problem solve and advocate for themselves through the use of the 7 Leader in Me habits. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed.
For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Andrew Herrera
Bus Driver
Whether it be students, parents, staff, or visitor that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, empathetic, and kind, and always go above and beyond to make us BASD Proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Lisa Young at Miller Heights
Principal
You are dedicated and caring and go above and beyond for staff, students, parents, and the Miller Heights community. Your compassion and graces helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Pete Zumas
Bus Driver
Whether it be students, parents, staff, or visitor that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, empathetic, and kind, and always go above and beyond to make us BASD Proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Lisa Caiazzo at Freemansburg Elementary
Learning Support Teacher
Mrs. Caiazzo is always going above and beyond for all students. She comes to work everyday with a smile on her face, ready to do whatever it takes for kids. Not only does she do what's best for kids, but she's always lending a helping hand for her colleagues as well. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Jacob Herrera
Bus Driver
Whether it be students, parents, staff, or visitor that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, empathetic, and kind, and always go above and beyond to make us BASD Proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD Art Teachers received the Outstanding Visual Arts Community Award
BASD Art Teachers received the Outstanding Visual Arts Community Award from the Pennsylvania Art Education Association. Congrats to all our BASD Art Teachers. (Dr. Silva, Dr. Anthes, Tiffany Anderson, Jaime Bloss, Heidi Landis, Liz Rega, Jaime Toohey, and Board Member Dr. White)
BASD eNews Celebrates Amy Connors at Spring Garden Elementary
Kindergarten Teacher
Thank for caring, listening, and challenging your students. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic and always go above and beyond to make us BASD proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Amanda Dennis at East Hills Middle School
Librarian
East Hills Library is outstanding because of Mrs. Dennis! She makes it absolutely amazing for students, staff, and visitors! She is always looking for ways to get books in our students' hands. She works with students as individuals and makes recommendations that are specific to the student. The East Hills Family is grateful for all the additional assets that Mrs. Dennis brings to school.
Colleagues describe her as organized, helpful, responsible, efficient, energetic, and a leader. Students describe her as tech savvy, passionate, fierce, kind-hearted, supportive, and creative.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Jennifer Eisenhart at Farmersville
Grade 3 Teacher
Thank you for inspiring and igniting the imagination and instilling the love of learning in your students. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
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BASD eNews Celebrates Michele Sarkozy at Miller Heights
Secretary
Whether it be students, staff, or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic and always go above and beyond to make us BASD proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read morePA Principal and 2021 Principal of the Year Dr. Harrison Bailey III
Dr. Harrison Bailey III, Principal of Liberty High School in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and PA’s 2021 High School Principal of the Year, had an article published in the September 2022 AARP Bulletin, High School Principal Sees Fallout from Social Isolation.
Built by Bethlehem: Clearview Elementary School Teacher Jordan Umstead
In this episode of our "Built by Bethlehem" series, BASD Communications Manager, Barbara Clymer, visits with first year Clearview Elementary First Grade Teacher, Jordan Umstead.
BASD eNews Celebrates Lissette Maldonado
Parents as Teachers Program Supervisor
Thank you for your 25 years of service in the PAT Program! For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
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BASD eNews Celebrates Kara Newton at the Ed Center
Business Office Accountant
Whether it be staff or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic, and always go above and beyond to make us BASD Proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreCongratulations to Adam Carpenter - Air Products Salute to Diversity Award Winner
Congratulations to Adam Carpenter of East Hills Middle School on being surprised as one of this year's Air Products Salute to Diversity Award winners. The Air Products Salute to Diversity in Education Awards recognize teachers in the Bethlehem Area School District who celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion by sincerely demonstrating a commitment to create a safe and supportive community within their classroom.
Congratulations to Katia Rodriguez - Air Products Salute to Diversity Award Winner
Congratulations to Katia Rodriguez of Calypso Elementary School on being surprised as one of this year's Air Products Salute to Diversity Award winners. The Air Products Salute to Diversity in Education Awards recognize teachers in the Bethlehem Area School District who celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion by sincerely demonstrating a commitment to create a safe and supportive community within their classroom.
'Any Given Child 2.0' with BASD's Dr. Jack Silva and Touchstone's Lisa Jordan
Bethlehem, PA is one of 27 cities nationwide that has been selected to be a site for The Kennedy Center's Any Given Child arts education program.
On this edition of Lehigh Valley Arts Salon, Silagh White looks at how the program will expand arts education for K-8 students with guests Dr. Jack Silva, assistant superintendent of Bethlehem Area School District and Lisa Jordan, managing director and ensemble member of Touchstone Theatre.
BASD Announces Arutyun “Harry” Aristakesian as the District’s CFO
Mr. Aristakesian brings to the District a wealth of knowledge. His vast experiences include over 15 years of progressive leadership in finance and auditing in both the private and public sectors. He served as Chief Audit Officer at Norfolk State University, Senior Internal Auditor at Columbia University, and Internal Audit Manager at New York Power Authority.
Read moreCommunity School Coordinators Appreciation Week
Bethlehem Area School District would like to celebrate Community School Coordinators Week!
Thank you to our tireless professionals on their work that makes a daily difference in our community.
Broughal Middle School - Alicia Creazzo
Donegan Elementary School - Rosa Carides-Hof
Fountain Hill Elementary School - Paige Hoffman
Lincoln Elementary School - Gena Holmes
Marvine Elementary School - Luis Vasquez
Northeast Middle School - Kim Bush
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School - Nancy Ettwein
William Penn Elementary School - Amanda Madea
BASD eNews Celebrates Lori Cressman at Asa Packer
Secretary
Whether it be student, staff or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic and always go above and beyond to make us BASD proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Nicole Nagle at Fountain Hill
Reading Specialist
You always go above and beyond for staff, students, and the Fountain Hill community. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreSusan Schmidli Completes her 50th Year!
50 years as a school crossing guard! Susan Schmidli started at the corner of Linden and North in 1972. Last week she finished her 50th year keeping the students of Thomas Jefferson Elementary School safe! And she’s not retiring! In the fall, she starts Year 51.
Perfect Attendance Award - Michael Sule
An integral part of our Broughal Middle School family - our head custodian, Mr. Sule. Recognition at the Bethlehem Area School District Custodial Picnic and Awards Ceremony. Thank you for all you do!
The New "Senior Scrubber" of BASD
What were you doing on Dec 17, 1985? Bobby Langensiepen, Head Custodian at Spring Garden Elementary School, started his custodial career that day at Bethlehem Area School District. He now retains the title of “Senior Scrubber” until his retirement when the torch (or scrubber) will be passed.
Overall Custodian of the Year 2022
The big winner selected as this year’s overall Bethlehem Area School District's Custodian of the Year is Don Favinger of Donegan Elementary School! Way to go Don!
Secondary School Custodian of the Year 2022
Congrats to Bethlehem Area School District's Secondary School Custodian of the Year Eric Scipio! Eric supports the students and community in the athletic areas of Liberty High School.
Elementary School Custodian of the Year 2022
Congrats to Bethlehem Area School District's Elementary School Custodian of the Year Daryl Klotz! Daryl is the Head Custodian at Asa Packer Elementary School.
BASD eNews Celebrates Michael Sames at Calypso
Grade 5 Teacher
You are dedicated and caring and go above and beyond for staff, students, and the Calypso community. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read more2022 B.E.S.T. Award Recipients Announced!
Since 2000, the B.E.S.T. Awards reward excellence in teaching at the K-12 levels in the Bethlehem Area School District. The Bethlehem Educational Scholastic Trust (B.E.S.T.) Fund at the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation began more than two decades ago by a group of Bethlehem civic & business leaders who believed that the work of teachers is so critical to the community - as well as to the students - that outstanding teachers required special recognition.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Sue Weisler-Smith at Governor Wolf
Special Education Teacher
You provide insight, wisdom, support, and love to all Governor Wolf students and staff. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreCommunities In Schools of Eastern Pennsylvania Announces Champion of Education Award
This year's award recipient is Dr. Joseph Roy, Superintendent of Bethlehem Area School District.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Leigh Ann Weaver
School Psychologist
Whether it be students, staff, or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. Thank you for your kind, loving, friendly, and respectful way you treat everyone. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Wendy Costanzo
School Nurse
Whether it be students, staff, or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are an amazing school nurse who is incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreDaniel Wynn Empowers his Students to take on the TV Studio at Northeast
Daniel Wynn, a German teacher at Northeast Middle School, was asked to take over the TV Studio project in the fall of 2021. He accepted with enthusiasm, despite having broken equipment and no funds to replace. He knew he wanted to empower his students to take on the TV Studio and become a student-led Journalism Club.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Elizabeth Rega
BASD Elementary Art Teacher
Ms. Rega is currently an elementary art teacher in BASD and recently received the distinguished Alumni Excellence Award from Kutztown University. In addition, she has designed and implemented two grants from The Foundation for the BASD resulting in a Film Festival and a Mosaic installation, organized student work in a local children's hospital, and served on a committee organizing cultural engagement projects and was nominated for Teacher of the Year in 2015.
Read moreHappy Teacher Appreciation Week 2022
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to all of our Bethlehem Area School District teachers, teacher assistants, and staff members who make this the best district in the entire state of Pennsylvania. You are the best of the best, and we thank you for all that you do for our students and community.
BASD eNews Celebrates Aida Luque at Lincoln
Secretary
Whether it be students, staff, or visitors that ask for help, you offer it without hesitation. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic and always go above and beyond to make us BASD proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Arlene Vargas
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools
Your creativity, amazing work ethic, positive personality, and fun side are just some qualities that make you so wonderful. You are incredibly warm, kind, and empathetic and always go above and beyond to make us BASD Proud. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Lindsay Wieand at Freedom
English Teacher/Literacy Coach
Thank you for inspiring and igniting the imagination and instilling the love of learning in your students. Thank you for helping establish the Buddies Helping Buddies Club at Freedom! Thank you from the BASD school community for your hard work and dedication to our students, staff, and families!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Diane Williams at Freemansburg
First Grade Teacher
Thank you for inspiring and igniting the imagination and instilling the love of learning in your students. Thank you from the Freemansburg School Community for your hard work and dedication to our students, staff, and families! For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read more2022 Assistant Principal Appreciation Video
April 4 - April 8 is National Assistant Principals Week, and the Bethlehem Area School District would like to say "Thank You " to all of our Assistant Principals across the district. We appreciate your efforts in providing incredible learning environments for our children.
Kim Harper Named as One of the Difference-Makers in the Lehigh Valley
Kim Harper, Bethlehem Area School District’s supervisor of literacy and humanities K-12, was named for her “diligent work to bring the best, most researched teaching strategies, curriculum and supports” to the district.
Read moreBASD Earns Six State Awards for Excellence in Education Communication
The Bethlehem Area School District is proud to announce the district received six “2021 Excellence in Education Communication” awards from the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA).
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Kathy Packo at Broughal Middle School
Grade 6 Mathematics Teacher
Thank you for your unique ability to connect, engage, and motivate your students to do their best in the academic setting. Thank you for your passion, humor, and leadership skills that make 6th grade an unforgettable experience for your students. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Angela Kukitz
Supervisor of Child Care
Thank you for being an amazing leader! Thank you for all the positive changes you have made to the child care program. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreEstablishment of the Office of Equity Initiative and Administrative Personnel Appointments
The Bethlehem Area School District is excited to announce the establishment of an Office of Equity Initiatives to guide our BASD equity work. While every BASD staff member must have a commitment to equity and own their piece of our equity work, the wide range of current initiatives cutting across every academic and operational department in the district requires greater dedicated district level leadership.
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BASD eNews Celebrates Mike Byrnes
Transportation Maintenance Supervisor
Thank you for going above and beyond in all you do! Thank you for your compassion and grace for all BASD students and staff! For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Stephanie Berry at Liberty High School
Guidance Counselor
Thank you for going above and beyond in all you do! Thank you for your compassion and grace for Liberty High School students and staff! For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Mark James
Supervisor of Professional Learning and Technology Integration
Thank you for going above and beyond in all you do! Thank you for your compassion and grace for all BASD students and staff! For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Mrs. Koski at Clearview Elementary School
Kindergarten Teacher
Thank you for the compassion and grace you have for all the students and staff at Clearview Elementary School. Thank you for inspiring hope, igniting imagination, and instilling the love of learning in our students. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Todd Repsher
Coordinator of School Safety and Emergency Management
Thank you for your continued commitment and dedication to BASD staff during the pandemic. Thank you for continuing to keep our buildings safe. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBlack Bethlehem Project
Liberty High School Swim Coach Reik Faust was Celebrated for his 600th Victory!!
February 8, 2022…”Reik Foust Day” in Bethlehem as declared by Mayor Reynolds! Congrats to Reik, one of our aquatic supervisors, who celebrated 600 wins over his 35+ year career as a swim coach in Bethlehem, currently at the YMCA and Liberty High School. We are so proud of you and feel very fortunate to have you on staff
BASD eNews Celebrates Tanya Francis
Guidance Counselor
You are valuable. You are seen. You are appreciated. Your compassion and grace helps our students succeed. For all you do, for all you are, thank you!
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Joanne Kilpatrick at Freedom High School
Secretary
Thank you for going above and beyond in all that you do! Thank you for your compassion and grace for Freedom High School students and staff. For all that you do, for all that you are, thank you!
Read moreBethlehem Appoints Former BASD Educator to Serve on Council
Bethlehem City Council has appointed the first Black person to serve as a member of the council in the city’s history. Council unanimously voted Tuesday to appoint Wandalyn Enix to take the seat vacated by J. Williams Reynolds after he resigned in January to be sworn in as the city’s mayor. Enix was selected out of 11 candidates who submitted applications for the position.
Read moreBethlehem Mayor Names January 24 as Dr. Vivian Robledo Day!
Dr. Vivian Robledo, Director of Student Services and Minority Affairs for the Bethlehem Area School District, has announced that she is moving on to new and exciting opportunities. Vivian has served BASD for the past 23 years.
Read moreFreemansburg Welcomes Ashlee Woodson
Ashlee Woodson was announced as the new Principal of Freemansburg Elementary School during the Bethlehem Area School District Board meeting this evening. Ashlee Woodson most recently served as Assistant Principal at Nitschmann Middle School.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Fred Harris at Liberty High School
Athletic Director
Thank you for being a teacher, mentor, friend, coach, and administrator! Thank you for always supporting our BASD students. Thank you for your compassion and grace for Liberty High School students and staff!
Read moreCésar Cordova Joins New Bethany with Advancement Goals
New Bethany Ministries, a local nonprofit providing basic-need services, housing, and support that lift individuals out of poverty, recently appointed César Cordova and Marcie Lightwood to its Board of Directors. While offered positions in fall 2021, Cordova and Lightwood officially begin their duties in January 2022.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Ms. Stewart at Nitschmann Middle School
Guidance Counselor
We'd like to acknowledge the efforts of commitment, love, guidance, and dedication you have for the Nitschmann students on a daily basis. We want you to know that your influence on the lives you touch daily can never be erased.
Read moreFreedom’s Donna Roman is The Morning Call’s Coach of the Year
The Patriots did in fact put together their most successful season in nearly two decades, giving their coach memories she will not soon forget.
Harrison Bailey III: 2021 Pennsylvania Secondary Principal of the Year
BASD eNews Celebrates Ms. Santana at Governor Wolf Elementary School
"Aida is a Secretary at Governor Wolf Elementary School wo has gone above and beyond her normal secretary duties. She's helped when I've needed it without me having to ask. She is quick to get back to me if I've had just a simple question. She is appreciated and deserves this recognition! Best secretary, ever."
Krystal Davis/Strausser
(Nathaniel Strausser's mom)
Read moreFreedom’s Jason Roeder is The Morning Call’s EPC Coach of the Year
Freedom's coach Jason Roeder holds the District 11 Class 6A championship trophy in the team's weight room. The Patriots won nine straight games en route to the title and finished 11-3.
Jason Roeder believes he has one of the best coaching staffs of any high school program in the state. It’s a dedicated group committed to hard work and getting the best out of the kids they work with virtually 365 days a year.
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Mrs. Jackson at Farmersville Elementary School
"Thank you Mrs. Jackson for all your hard work. You have gone above and beyond when it comes to ensuring Scarlett and her class learn at their own pace. You've taken the time to personalize her approach at learning and it doesn't go unnoticed. Scarlett and our family appreciates you more than you know."
The Bream Family
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Mrs. Dudeck at Farmersville Elementary School.
"Thank you for the magic you create in you classroom. My daughter has done a complete 360 since entering your classroom. She loves going to school and even wants to go on the weekends".
Rachel Wallace
Read moreBASD eNews Celebrates Ms. Dell at Fountain Hill Elementary School
"Thank you Mrs. Dell for always giving my son the recognition to keep wanting to do amazing things. You make him want to do his best and be extra helpful with other students. I appreciate you!"
Ms. Janell Colon
Read moreBASD Staff and Students make Thanksgiving Meals
BASD's Executive Chef Laura McCann and Mrs. Eva Howells and Ms. Quay Matyus from East Hills Middle School led a team of 13 students who made 120 Thanksgiving meals for the Lynfield Community Center in South Bethlehem.
Read morePatience, Kindness, and Love Before Learning.
In this episode we define trauma, how to respond to it, and what caregivers can do to help at home. Guests: Ann Marie Vaughn, Principal, Clear Run Intermediate, Pocono Mt. School District; Rebecca Keptner, 8th grade teacher at Broughal Middle School; Kory Kutzler Supervisor of Special Education for the Partial Hospitalization Program for Colonial Intermediate Unit 20.
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Fountain Hill's Mrs. Stambaugh Deserves Recognition
It may take a few seconds to find her in this photo, because she would rather the spotlight shine on her students. But FHE’s principal, Mrs. Stambaugh, deserves some special recognition of her own.
Read moreThe Foundation Awards Teacher Grants
The purpose of The Foundation for the Bethlehem Area School District is to enhance the learning opportunities for all students. Over $20,000 total in grants are awarded to several staff members, whose innovative ideas were chosen to be funded for the 2021-2022 school.
PSBA Honors BASD Board Directors
Long-term school directors across the State are being honored by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association at local school board meetings. Thank you to Michael Faccinetto, Craig Neiman, Angela Sinkler.
Read moreJamie Bloss for receiving the Outstanding Elementary Art Educator Award
Congratulations to Jamie Bloss for receiving the “Outstanding Elementary Art Educator” award from The Pennsylvania Art Education Association!
Read moreHappy National Principals Month 2021
We not only have the best teachers and support staff in the Bethlehem Area School Districts, but we also have the most incredible leaders. Happy National Principals Month to the most caring, diligent, and professional principals anywhere. Thank you for all that you do for our BASD
Congratulations to Jerome Hymans, BASD Employee of the Month, October 2021
At the beginning of each school year, three outstanding teachers are recognized and receive the BEST Award at Convocation. Last school year the BASD started a new tradition to highlight a support staff member and present them with the title of BASD Employee of the Month.
Read moreAir Products Salute to Diversity Awards High School Award Winner Kristen Vazquez
The Air Products Salute to Diversity in Education Awards recognize teachers in the Bethlehem Area School District who celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion by sincerely demonstrating a commitment to create a safe and supportive community within their classroom.
Read moreAir Products Salute to Diversity Elementary Award Winner Jessenia Roman
The Air Products Salute to Diversity in Education Awards recognize teachers in the Bethlehem Area School District who celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion by sincerely demonstrating a commitment to create a safe and supportive community within their classroom.
Read moreAir Products Salute to Diversity Middle School Award Winner Lynn Vento
The Air Products Salute to Diversity in Education Awards recognize teachers in the Bethlehem Area School District who celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion by sincerely demonstrating a commitment to create a safe and supportive community within their classroom.
Read moreCongratulations to Patrick Larkin, BASD Employee of the Month, September 2021
At the beginning of each school year, three outstanding teachers are recognized and receive the BEST Award at Convocation. Last school year the BASD started a new tradition to highlight a support staff member and present them with the title of BASD Employee of the Month.
Read more