BETHLEHEM AREA

DINING AWARD: Bethlehem Area School District has earned the Turnip the Beet SILVER Award for providing high-quality, nutritious and appealing summer meals to children in the community. This recognition celebrates the outstanding work of the BASD Dining team in supporting student health and well-being during the summer months. Learn more: fns.usda.gov/sfsp/turnip-the-beet

MEAL APPLICATIONS: Free/Reduced Meal Applications for the 2025-26 school year are now open. Las solicitudes para comidas gratis o a precio reducido para el año escolar 2025-26 ya están abiertas. To apply visit schoolcafe.com/Bethlehemasd

SOUTHSIDE MURAL: Come see the new mural “Harmony with Health” in South Bethlehem. Designed by East Hills MS art teacher Carla Majczan and painted with help from BASD students and the community. Near Fourth and Broadway, across the parking lot from Seven Sirens Brewing Company.

FREEDOM MUSICALS: FHSTC is excited to reveal its upcoming school year musicals. Fall production: “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown.” Spring production: “Something Rotten.” Stay tuned for information on auditions, fundraising, meeting dates, ticket sales and more.

CAR WASH: Sunday, Aug. 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Freedom HS to benefit the FHS Band.

BETHLEHEM CATHOLIC HS

BEACHI REVEAL: Rooted in tradition. Ready for tomorrow. A major milestone will be revealed Aug 1. Big changes are coming to the heart of the campus — get ready for a fresh new look.

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT: Azayah Bauer is a proud Becahi alum who will be attending West Chester University this fall to study nursing – ready to bring care, compassion and dedication into the world of health care. With a heart for helping others and a drive to make a difference, Azayah is well on her way to becoming a trusted and impactful nurse. For more Senior Spotlights, visit the Bethlehem Catholic Facebook page.

REUNION ALERT: Class of 2014, can you believe it’s been 11 years? It’s time to reconnect, reminisce and raise a glass together When: Friday, July 25, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., at Seven Sirens Brewing Company, Bethlehem. Come catch up with classmates, enjoy great brews, and celebrate the memories that made us Golden Hawks. RSVP: Text Hanna O’Reilly at 484-866-6767.

NOTRE DAME HS

UNIFORM SALE: Used items, Monday, Aug. 4 and Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 9 a.m. to noon, in auditorium lobby. New Uniforms can be purchased at Flynn & O’Hara located at 1876 Catasauqua Road. Allentown, or on their website: flynnohara.com/shop/notre-dame-high-school-pa202/

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS: 93 percent of Notre Dame Advanced Placement students passed their College Board AP Exams in eight different courses, an amazing accomplishment. Congratulations to them and their AP teachers: Mrs. Mintzer; Mrs. Fenton; Mr. Linton; Mrs. Thompson; Mrs. Klabunde; and Mrs. Miles. Two classes had a 100 percent pass rate: AP Chemistry and AP Literature.

LV CHARTER ARTS HS

SCHOOL TOURS: Summer is a great time to schedule a tour. Visit charterarts.org, and click on our Admissions tab to learn more!

FALL EVENTS: The Fall 2025 event season will be posted soon. Thanks to our 2024-25 Season GOLD Sponsors: St. Luke’s University Health Network and The Wooden Match.

NOTRE DAME ES

MARATHON MAGIC: We’re gearing up for the 30th annual Notre Dame of Bethlehem Marathon happening Friday, Oct. 10. This year’s theme is “30 Years uKNIGHTed: Walking in Faith, Mind, and Spirit.” Sponsors are needed to support this milestone celebration – local business owners. No business is too small to be a sponsor.

Sponsor info + donation form available: osvhub.com/ndbethlehemchurch/forms/marathonsponsors. Questions? Contact Sierra Fenton at sfenton@ndbethlehemschool.org

SPIRIT MONDAYS: Notre Dame is bring back Spiritwear this school year. Students can show their school pride by wearing ND gear every Monday starting Sept. 8. Spiritwear sale dates: Now through Aug. 1. No spiritwear? No worries; Students can wear their Marathon shirts with gym pants or the gym uniform, too. Spirit Wear orders take 2–3 weeks to fulfill after each sale closes, so order early! Be sure to include student’s name in the notes section! Order here: sportscenterusa.net/product-category/notre-dame

SAINT ANNE’S

NEW PRINCIPAL: A warm welcome is extended to the new principal, Dr. Gregory Fries, whose leadership and dedication to education bring fresh energy and inspiration to the school.

GOLDEN HAWKS: Sign up now for Little Hawks football and cheerleading this fall. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the tradition, build skills, and have fun on and off the field. Let’s go, Little Hawks. Notre Dame of Bethlehem ES, St. Anne Parochial School Bethlehem, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School and Holy Infancy School students can register at leagues.bluesombrero.com/bethlehemjrhawks.

MORAVIAN ACADEMY

OPEN HOUSE: This virtual athletic event July 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. is primarily for upper school students (grades 9-12) interested in learning more about the athletic program at the Merle-Smith Campus. It is open to prospective students, current applicants and admitted students for the 2025-26 academic year. The admissions process and athletic program will be reviewed. The event concludes with an interactive coaches panel. Visit moravianacademy.org/event-detail?pk=15746625&fromId=199392 to register.

WELCOME SOCIAL: New parents/guardians to Moravian Academy students are invited to Benigna House, the Head of School’s residence, Aug. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. This adults-only happy-hour style event includes refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and sweet treats. There is no formal program, just an opportunity to get to know the community, administrators and members of the board of trustees. GPS Location: 4313 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem.