JUDY DOERR (SECRETARY, TINICUM ELEMENTARY)

Alison Dorward said, “Judy has worked at Tinicum for over 25 years.  She currently serves as the building secretary, and is loved by all.  Judy's impact reaches far beyond the office walls.  She is always willing to lend a helping hand to teachers, and you will often find her cutting, organizing, and packing their materials.  Judy has also supported our students by serving as a reading mentor.  Not not only does Judy go above and beyond, she will recruit her family to volunteer for various school events.  Judy takes great pride in her work and our school.  We are grateful for her hard work and dedication."

ADRIANA NOGAMI (OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST)

"Mrs. Nagomi has made a great impact on many of my kids through the years.  She has been an outstanding OT helping my kids with a variety of skills. She has also been a feeding therapist helping my kids learn how to eat safely and to use utensils properly.  She had supported my kids to learn how to organize themselves to be able to learn to the best of their abilities. Through that they have been able to learn and be successful in school and outside of school with the tools she’s given them. We are so grateful her patience, kindness, and support she has showed to my kids as well as my entire family. She is dedicated to all kids and we are forever, grateful that these skills will be carried through my children’s entire life."

DANI THOMAS (SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER)

Lou deFonteny nominated Mrs. Thomas, a special education teacher, in what Palisades School District fondly calls the "Journey's Program." In addition to teaching core academic courses, Mrs. Thomas teaches essential skills that are taught and then practiced in a student-run cafe known as the "Pirates Pier." Mrs. Thomas has also been a key contributor in the development of the District's Student Worker Program for students who excel in their courses and roles at the Pirate's Pier and are ready for a step towards gainful employment. In her spare time, Dani Thomas coaches the Unified Sports teams (Fitness, Bocce Ball and Track and Field)." 

MAUREEN VASSALLO (SPEECH/LANGUAGE TEACHER)

"Mrs. Vassallo has had an enormous impact on multiple levels with my children.  She has supported them for many years with speech, voice therapy, communication and self advocacy.  Her impact will carry through my kids' lives and has helped support them to be the best version of themselves.  We are so grateful for her and all she has done for them and our whole family."

You are all AMAZING and we are grateful for all that you do for our students and our community every day!

Is there an educator who has made an impact in your life? Tell us about the Educators with Real Impact you know here: https://bit.ly/4tkunTH

All submissions will be entered into our spring prize drawing and may be featured on the College of Education (COE) social media.

Congratulations to Robert Cox, Custodial Crew Chief at Tinicum Elementary, on receiving the Caring Community Award! Robert’s warm and kind spirit makes a lasting impact on everyone he meets. He has a special way of making every student feel seen, valued, and welcomed, and his engaging, fun personality brightens each day. 

This recognition is so well deserved — thank you, Mr. Bob, for helping make Tinicum such a caring and connected community.

Dear Pirate Nation,

All-Sports Boosters need volunteers on Saturday, April 18th for the Palisades Pirates Invitational Track Meet. 

This is an all-day event with multiple schools attending. We are hoping with a successful stand it will bring us closer to our goal to purchase a second air fryer for the stand! 

If you are a track parent, please note you can rotate in and out as your child competes. No one should miss their son/daughter’s event. 

Student volunteers must be in at least 8th grade. There are additional track meets with openings, if anyone is

Interested.

Sign up to volunteer at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAAA82EA5F4CF8-62410731-spring#/

Thank you to all of you who volunteered and helped with this season’s snack stands.

With all our gratitude,

Lynsay Fitzgerald, Amy Kapp, Amy Stump

Support the Band students of Palisades by purchasing a hoagie or two! 

Pre-order and pick up at the PHS Purple Gym from 5-7PM on Friday, April 24th or at the Jazz Cafe in the PHS cafeteria at 7PM.

Pre-order here: https://forms.gle/ypa7qHUbccy4Wk646.  Pay by cash or Venmo at pick-up.

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Date: May 3rd

Time: 1:00-4:00PM

Location: Bridgeton AA, 340 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy

Tickets: $30.00 in advance/$35.00 at the door

Purchase tickets using the QR code on the flyer or at the link HERE.

***All proceeds support the High School Baseball Program***

If you have any questions, you can contact ralkhas@palisadessd.org

Attention Juniors and Seniors!  

Prom tickets go on sale April 1-24!  Tickets are $70 each during the first week of sales and $75 for the remaining weeks of sales. Tickets can be purchased directly on MySchoolBucks or by check or cash in Mrs. Scoggin’s office. Juniors and Seniors are permitted to bring a guest, either another Palisades student or an outside guest. If you are bringing an outside guest, you must pick up a purple guest form from the main office and return the completed form to the main office. The form needs to be approved by the administration first and then you will be able to receive a ticket for your guest. An information table will be available during many lunches, based on student availability.

This year’s prom will be held on Friday, May 15th, at the Steel Club in Hellertown. Arrival time is 5:45 pm, and the event ends at 10:00 pm.

Remember, if you plan to bring a guest that is not a current Palisades student, you MUST complete the Guest Permission Form prior to purchasing your tickets. This information can be found in the student handbook. For your convenience, the permission form can be accessed at this link here.

We don’t want the inability to afford a dress to prevent you from enjoying this special night.  If you need any assistance in finding the perfect Prom dress, please see Mrs. Mazza in guidance or Mrs. Page in the nurse's office.