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Easing Into October
September seemed to have gone by in a flash! It was a pleasure to see so many families at our evening programs, games under the lights, and other fun-filled events. Our students are definitely in their groove, with our youngest learners accustomed to their daily routines, our middle school students are now experts at getting around their school, and our high school students are riding the momentum of spirit-filled activities and exciting athletic contests. The energy in our halls and classrooms is inspiring, and I look forward to celebrating all that our students and staff will achieve together in October.
National Merit Commended Students
We are pleased to announce that seven seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program! Congratulations to Paul DiPaola, Alec Gerde, Brynn Gerde, Sienna Moss, Aileen Collins, Ian Chae, and Aidan Greco on this tremendous accomplishment. More than three million students took the 2025 preliminary SAT/NMSC qualifying test last October, and these seven students are among the top 4% nationwide based on their scores!
Celebrating National Principals Month!
October is National Principals Month, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing principals who lead our schools. Their dedication, passion, and commitment shape the educational experiences of our students and foster positive school cultures.
Every day, our principals inspire teachers, staff, and students to strive for their best. They navigate challenges with grace and create environments where every student can thrive. This month, join us in recognizing and thanking these remarkable leaders.
To our wonderful principals, Ms. McNally, Ms. Washington, Ms. Corr, and Dr. Farrelly, thank you for all that you do. Your leadership and tireless efforts make a profound difference. I hope our Harborfields community will take a moment to thank a principal and show our appreciation for their invaluable contributions to our schools and communities.
School Custodian Appreciation Day
School Custodian Appreciation Day was celebrated across the nation on October 2. Our custodial teams do a fantastic job ensuring our facilities are safe, secure, and always in good working order. Their hard work helps create clean, welcoming environments where students and staff can learn, work, and thrive each day. Thank you for all you do for our schools!
Upcoming Deskside Chat with the Superintendent
I invite you to join me as I sit down with members of Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) and SEPTA for the first Deskside Chat of the new school year. The meeting will be held Tuesday, October 6th at 7:00 PM in the OMS Library.
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