SCHOOL NEWS Compiled by Lani Goins
BETHLEHEM AREA
FREE BACKPACKS: Back to School Carnival; free backpacks, games, food and more at the Nativity Cathedral, 321 Wyandotte St., Aug. 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
MEAL APPLICATIONS: Free/Reduced Meal Applications for the 2025–26 school year are now open. To apply visit schoolcafe.com/Bethlehemasd
FREEDOM MUSICALS: FHSTC has announced 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: Benefits Freedom band; Sunday, Aug. 10, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Freedom HS.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION: Free fruits and veggies at Thomas Jefferson ES. Aug. 13, 10 a.m.
BASD HIRING: BASD is taking applications for the position of principal of Hanover ES. See details here: applitrack.com/basdschools/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=1157
BAVTS JOBS: Precision Machining Technology – BAVTS has an opening for a full-time teacher beginning for the 2025-26 school year. No teaching experience required but must have the ability to obtain teacher certifications as required. Minimum four years industry-related work experience, or two years with a bachelor’s degree, is required. Valid PA Vocational I or II certification in the trade area preferred or ability to obtain. Send letter of interest and resume to Michael Galler, Supervisor, at either gallerm@bavts.org or BAVTS, 3300 Chester Ave., Bethlehem. Deadline: Aug. 11 or until the position is filled.
FOOD TRUCK: Follow BAVTS’s Food Truck on Facebook to see where the truck will be serving its delicious eats.
BETHLEHEM CATHOLIC HS
HAWK FEST: HawkFest is Bethlehem Catholic’s ultimate back-to-school celebration. An exciting evening of community, school spirit, and fun as Becahi kicks off the 100th school year. Enjoy delicious eats from local food trucks, rally together for the community pep rally featuring fall sports teams, and cap off the night with a high-energy performance by UUU. Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. 2133 Madison Ave., Bethlehem.
NOTRE DAME HS
SCHOOL UNIFORMS: New uniforms can be purchased at Flynn & O’Hara, which is located at 1876 Catasauqua Road, Allentown, or on their website: flynnohara.com/shop/notre-dame-high-school-pa202/
MINI-THON: Notre Dame has raised over $1 million for pediatric cancer through Mini-THON over the past 13 years. This year alone, out of 217 schools that participated in Mini-Thon across the country, Notre Dame ranked in the Top 10 for total amount raised. Thank you to Mrs. Fenton and dedicated students, staff, families, and community.
LEHIGH VALLEY 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. Thank you to the 2024-25 Season GOLD Sponsors: St. Luke’s University Health Network and The Wooden Match.
NOTRE DAME ES
MARATHON MAGIC: The 30th Annual Notre Dame of Bethlehem Marathon is Friday, Oct. 10. This year’s theme is “30 Years uKNIGHTed: Walking in Faith, Mind, and Spirit.” The school is currently looking for sponsors to support this milestone celebration. Sponsor info + donation form available now! visit: osvhub.com/ndbethlehemchurch/forms/marathonsponsors to become a sponsor now. Questions? Contact Sierra Fenton at sfenton@ndbethlehemschool.org
SAINT ANNE’S
NEW PRINCIPAL: The school welcomes its new principal, Dr. Gregory Fries, whose leadership and dedication to education bring fresh energy and inspiration to the school.
LITTLE HAWKS: Sign up now for Little Hawks football and cheerleading this fall. Don’t miss a 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 Elementary School, St. Anne Parochial School Bethlehem, Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, and Holy Infancy School. Register at leagues.bluesombrero.com/bethlehemjrhawks
LV DUAL LANGUAGE CHARTER
BOARD MEETING: Aug. 19 at 6 p.m.
MORAVIAN ACADEMY
COLLEGE APPLICATIONS: Senior workshop in the Merle-Smith Campus College Counseling Office. Each senior will be set up with an appointment to review their Common Application and discuss essay progress with the College Counselors. Each senior must SIGN UP for one three-hour time slot. Visit the school website or call the office to register. Aug. 12, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.