QCHS News

Jayson Halteman, UBCTS Student of the Month.
A Diesel Technology student, Jayson has achieved First Honors and is a National Technical Honor Society member.
03/20/2023
Read More About A Diesel Technology student, Jayson has achieved First Honors and is a National Technical Honor Society member.
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Art teacher Amy Migliore and students stand in the high school lobby where their work is showcased.
The talented QCHS artists gained acclaim for their work in a variety of art categories.
03/14/2023
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Collin Gaj's arm is held up by the referee following his state championship victory.
Sophomore Collin Gaj went 49-0 to capture the boys’ 145-pound title. Caroline Hattala, only a freshman, wins the girls’ crown.
03/13/2023
Read More About Sophomore Collin Gaj went 49-0 to capture the boys’ 145-pound title. Caroline Hattala, only a freshman, wins the girls’ crown.
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A student experiences driving on a distracted driving simulator.
Students were given an educational look at what could happen if they don’t maintain full attention to the roadway while driving.
03/10/2023
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SSG Kevin Norvaisis, left, and Superintendent Dr. Bill Harner, speak with students as part of the Career Pathways Speaker Series.
SSG Kevin Norvaisis, a 2015 QCHS graduate, spoke with students as part of the Career Pathways Speaker Series.
03/08/2023
Read More About SSG Kevin Norvaisis, a 2015 QCHS graduate, spoke with students as part of the Career Pathways Speaker Series.
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Students signing to continue their athletic careers at the college level include, front row left to right, Katie Muller, Alex Bevan-Xenelis, and Callie Abel. Second row left to right are Maya Hellyer, Zach Borzio, and Rebekah Hickey.
QCHS held a ceremony to honor the hard-working student-athletes who will be continuing their careers at the college level.
03/01/2023
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Zach Borzio of Quakertown won the 152-pound district championship.
QCHS, which finished third overall in the 16-team district meet, had four champions, Mason Ziegler, Collin Gaj, Zach Borzio, and Calvin Lachman.
02/27/2023
Read More About QCHS, which finished third overall in the 16-team district meet, had four champions, Mason Ziegler, Collin Gaj, Zach Borzio, and Calvin Lachman.
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Members of the boys bowing team hold up the championship hardware after winning the SOL American Division Tournament.
Aydan Leighton paced the boys while Julia Skarbowski and Breanna Gardner power the girls to record-setting seasons.
02/26/2023
Read More About Aydan Leighton paced the boys while Julia Skarbowski and Breanna Gardner power the girls to record-setting seasons.
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Noah Wood with his mom and dad, Melissa and Todd Wood.
A 2017 QCHS graduate and former all-league linebacker, running back, and wrestler, Noah Wood will become an Army Captain and perform his residency upon graduation from medical school.
02/20/2023
Read More About A 2017 QCHS graduate and former all-league linebacker, running back, and wrestler, Noah Wood will become an Army Captain and perform his residency upon graduation from medical school.
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Graphic of Mason Ziegler achieving 100 victories during his high school wrestling career.
Two wrestlers reached 100 victories as Panthers while nationally ranked Collin Gaj remains undefeated at 36-0.
02/10/2023
Read More About Two wrestlers reached 100 victories as Panthers while nationally ranked Collin Gaj remains undefeated at 36-0.
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Carolyn Sipprell, right, leaps for a jump ball against Abington.
The Quakertown senior is only the sixth girls basketball player in Panther history to achieve the 1,000-point total.
02/07/2023
Read More About The Quakertown senior is only the sixth girls basketball player in Panther history to achieve the 1,000-point total.
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John Eatherton holds a Quakertown football helmet and stands with Coach George Banas at the Mini Max Awards dinner.
John Eatherton is one of 55 players from Pennsylvania selected for the coveted honor. Players were nominated by their coaches and evaluated based on criteria that includes football performance, academics, and community service.
02/06/2023
Read More About John Eatherton is one of 55 players from Pennsylvania selected for the coveted honor. Players were nominated by their coaches and evaluated based on criteria that includes football performance, academics, and community service.
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Quakertown Community High School students attending Upper Bucks County Technical School earned medals at SkillsUSA District 11 competition.
Twenty QCHS students were part of UBCTS’s huge score, including 11 first-place finishers who advanced to States.
01/31/2023
Read More About Twenty QCHS students were part of UBCTS’s huge score, including 11 first-place finishers who advanced to States.
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Secondary students competed in the TSA Region 5 competition. First-place finishers included Rylan Dauter, Ethan DeAndrea, Viktor Durr, Logan Hudson, and Mason Lippincott.
01/30/2023
Read More About Secondary students competed in the TSA Region 5 competition. First-place finishers included Rylan Dauter, Ethan DeAndrea, Viktor Durr, Logan Hudson, and Mason Lippincott.
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Collin Gaj leads Quakertown into the 3A District One Team Championship Duals with a 28-0 record.
The sixth-seeded Panthers host 11th-seeded Pennsbury in the first round of the 3A District One Team Championship Duals.
01/24/2023
Read More About The sixth-seeded Panthers host 11th-seeded Pennsbury in the first round of the 3A District One Team Championship Duals.
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Carolyn Sipprell is the team's leading scorer and rebounder.
After years of tough times, the hard-working Panthers have dominated teams at home and are seeking a playoff berth.
01/17/2023
Read More About After years of tough times, the hard-working Panthers have dominated teams at home and are seeking a playoff berth.
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QCHS students, all dressed in pink, include Wawa associate Michelle Yerkes in a group photo. The students went to Wawa following each Friday night football game and developed a close rapport with Ms. Yerkes.
A Wawa associate was so impressed with a group of well-behaved QCHS students who showed up after each Friday night football game they are throwing them a party.
01/16/2023
Read More About A Wawa associate was so impressed with a group of well-behaved QCHS students who showed up after each Friday night football game they are throwing them a party.
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Zach Polek sings with the Varsity Singers in the School Board's meet9ing room.
Zach Polek will perform with the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 11 chorus after finishing first in auditions as both a baritone and trombone player.
01/05/2023
Read More About Zach Polek will perform with the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 11 chorus after finishing first in auditions as both a baritone and trombone player.
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QCHS FBLA students competed in this week's FBLA Regional Conference.
Nineteen students finished in the top five of their events in the Regional Leadership Conference at Delaware Valley University.
12/15/2022
Read More About Nineteen students finished in the top five of their events in the Regional Leadership Conference at Delaware Valley University.
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Career Pathways speaker Stephen Vanyo is interviewed by QCHS student videographer Zach Polek.
Stephen Vanyo, a 2013 Quakertown Community High School grad, spoke with students about life as an attorney and NFL agent.
12/14/2022
Read More About Stephen Vanyo, a 2013 Quakertown Community High School grad, spoke with students about life as an attorney and NFL agent.
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Ty'Lain Rotenberger is the Upper Bucks County Technical School's Student of the Month for November.
Ty'Lain, a senior, is a first honors student in the Construction Technology program.
11/18/2022
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David Fialko, a prevention specialist with The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania, spoke with QCHS students about the health effects of vaping and nicotine.
QCHS brought in an internationally certified prevention specialist to speak with its health classes about the negative impact of nicotine.
11/16/2022
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Members of the Garden Club sit around a table with advisor John Stoverink.
Members of the new club, which recently held a successful plant sale, collected research data that suggests working with plants helps relieve stress.
11/11/2022
Read More About Members of the new club, which recently held a successful plant sale, collected research data that suggests working with plants helps relieve stress.
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Austin placed first in carpentry at the SkillsUSA District Competition.
A co-op student, Austin placed first in carpentry at the SkillsUSA District Competition.
10/25/2022
Read More About A co-op student, Austin placed first in carpentry at the SkillsUSA District Competition.
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Spider Man and a dinosaur were part of the scavenger hunt festivities.
More than 200 students took part in the event for the club which continues to gain popularity.
10/24/2022
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Michael Bolinsky
Michael Bolinsky comes to Quakertown from William Allen High School in the Allentown School District.
10/24/2022
Read More About Michael Bolinsky comes to Quakertown from William Allen High School in the Allentown School District.
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Students hold their QROCK certificates in the high school's media center.
The acronym stands for Quakertown, Resilience, Ownership, Community, and Kindness and represents the culture QCHS seeks to highlight.
10/21/2022
Read More About The acronym stands for Quakertown, Resilience, Ownership, Community, and Kindness and represents the culture QCHS seeks to highlight.
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The National Endowment For The Arts flag of William Shakespeare.
Students shined in the Q&A session following DeSales’ production of Hamlet.
10/20/2022
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An image with the Quakertown logo that says the high school is the 62nd to begin a girls wrestling team in Pennsylvania.
Coach Kurt Handel is optimistic about the Panthers' prospects with the fastest-growing sport in the country.
10/11/2022
Read More About Coach Kurt Handel is optimistic about the Panthers' prospects with the fastest-growing sport in the country.
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Quakertown teacher Sandi Frisch
The $2,600 grant, obtained by Sandi Frisch from the Bux-Mont chapter of the Pennsylvania Society of Tax and Accounting Professionals will be used for student travel to FBLA state and national competitions.
10/07/2022
Read More About The $2,600 grant, obtained by Sandi Frisch from the Bux-Mont chapter of the Pennsylvania Society of Tax and Accounting Professionals will be used for student travel to FBLA state and national competitions.
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Angela Calvanese is presented her National Merit Scholarship Commended Student letter by QCHS Principal Mattias van't Hoenderdaal.
The National Merit Scholarship Program lauds Angela Calvanese for her score on the Preliminary SAT.
09/28/2022
Read More About The National Merit Scholarship Program lauds Angela Calvanese for her score on the Preliminary SAT.
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Jeanne Caputo, holding microphone, sits with students on the Q-PAC stage speaking about the path she took to becoming a teacher at Strayer.
QCHS continued its Career Pathways Speaker Series, which switches to STEM-related fields in October.
09/27/2022
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Autumn Moore
The senior plans to pursue her career in Animal Science.
09/19/2022
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Dr. Michael Zackon, in a blue suit, speaks with students and Career Pathways coordinators, about a career in education.
The monthly series began with students on the Education Pathway hearing from Dr. Michael Zackon, QCSD’s Supervisor of Secondary Programs.
09/16/2022
Read More About The monthly series began with students on the Education Pathway hearing from Dr. Michael Zackon, QCSD’s Supervisor of Secondary Programs.
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Max Arkans holds the trophy following his National Public Parks Tennis Championship triumph in the under 16 singles division.
Max Arkans captured the 2022 National Public Parks Tennis Championship in the under 16 singles division.
08/31/2022
Read More About Max Arkans captured the 2022 National Public Parks Tennis Championship in the under 16 singles division.
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Quakertown's logo with a Panther in the middle of the Q.
The Panthers are one of only six teams in Pennsylvania to achieve a 3.0 GPA to earn the American Baseball Coaches Association’s 2021-22 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award.
08/01/2022
Read More About The Panthers are one of only six teams in Pennsylvania to achieve a 3.0 GPA to earn the American Baseball Coaches Association’s 2021-22 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award.
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The graduates of the Class of 2022 toss their caps into the air.
The QCHS Class of 2022 embraced their defining moments and thrived!
06/09/2022
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These 12 student-athletes announced their plans to continue their athletic careers in college.
A ceremony was held in the Quakertown Performing Arts Center to recognize the student-athletes.
05/24/2022
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Dr. Richard K. Matthews of Lehigh University, wearing a white shirt, spoke with students as part of the Anna Neamand speaker series.
Dr. Richard K. Matthews of Lehigh University spoke with QCHS AP Government and Political Science students as part of the Quakertown Community Education Foundation’s speaker's series in honor of a former social studies teacher Anna Neamand.
05/17/2022
Read More About Dr. Richard K. Matthews of Lehigh University spoke with QCHS AP Government and Political Science students as part of the Quakertown Community Education Foundation’s speaker's series in honor of a former social studies teacher Anna Neamand.
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School Resource Officer Bob Lee and SADD members stand around a wrecked car they hope sends a message to motorists about the dangers of distracted driving.
The vehicle was placed in the front yard of Quakertown Community High School along heavily traveled Park Ave. in the hope it sends a clear message about the dangers of distracted driving.
05/06/2022
Read More About The vehicle was placed in the front yard of Quakertown Community High School along heavily traveled Park Ave. in the hope it sends a clear message about the dangers of distracted driving.
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Quakertown Community High School students took part in the “Youth & Prejudice Conference on Reducing Hate,” where they heard from Holocaust survivors and their family members.
Educators believe the “Youth & Prejudice Conference on Reducing Hate” provided “an invaluable lesson” for approximately 450 Quakertown Community High School students.
05/05/2022
Read More About Educators believe the “Youth & Prejudice Conference on Reducing Hate” provided “an invaluable lesson” for approximately 450 Quakertown Community High School students.
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Here’s how QCHS stacks up academically against other high schools.
04/26/2022
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Students in the Best Buddies Club get together in the cafeteria.
The popular club encourages regular education students to develop friendships with students who have intellectual disabilities.
04/19/2022
Read More About The popular club encourages regular education students to develop friendships with students who have intellectual disabilities.
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From left, sophomores Brooke Alsante, Emily Parker and Emma Pham have been nominated for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) scholarship.
The three sophomore academic standouts are Brooke Alsante, Emily Parker, and Emma Pham.
03/31/2022
Read More About The three sophomore academic standouts are Brooke Alsante, Emily Parker, and Emma Pham.
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A student turns his head to the photographer while having his hands on the wheel of a distracted driving simulator.
Simulators give teens an educational look at what could happen if they don’t maintain full attention to the roadway while driving.
03/29/2022
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Quakertown Community High School wrestler Collin Gaj became a national champion for the second consecutive year, winning the National High School Coaches Association freshman 132-pound title.
The 132-pound freshman captured the National High School Coaches Association wrestling title a year after taking the Junior High School title.
03/28/2022
Read More About The 132-pound freshman captured the National High School Coaches Association wrestling title a year after taking the Junior High School title.
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Members of the Indoor Color Guard pose for a photo following a recent competition.
The team, made up of students from Quakertown Community High School and Strayer Middle School, has been promoted two classes after superior efforts.
03/23/2022
Read More About The team, made up of students from Quakertown Community High School and Strayer Middle School, has been promoted two classes after superior efforts.
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Members of the Quakertown Community High School Art Club decorate a wall in the school lobby with sunflowers.
Quakertown Community High School students decored a wall with sunflowers in support of the embattled nation.
03/22/2022
Read More About Quakertown Community High School students decored a wall with sunflowers in support of the embattled nation.
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Jacob Wackerman, a Quakertown Community High School junior, has been selected to receive the 2022 Union League Good Citizenship Award.
Jacob Wackerman, a straight-A student and Boy Scout, has exemplified the qualities of leadership and high personal standards of behavior sought by the Union League.
03/14/2022
Read More About Jacob Wackerman, a straight-A student and Boy Scout, has exemplified the qualities of leadership and high personal standards of behavior sought by the Union League.
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Freddie Retter, left, and Collin Gaj were the Panthers two medalists at the PIAA Wrestling Championships.
Freddie Retter and Collin Gaj placed third and fourth, respectively, in their weight classes.
03/14/2022
Read More About Freddie Retter and Collin Gaj placed third and fourth, respectively, in their weight classes.
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Julia Henry, a Quakertown Community High School junior, has been selected to receive the 2022 Girls Scouts Union League Good Citizenship Award.
Leadership skills and high personal standards of behavior are the characteristics sought by the Union League and Girls Scouts for those nominated.
03/04/2022
Read More About Leadership skills and high personal standards of behavior are the characteristics sought by the Union League and Girls Scouts for those nominated.
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A wooden nameplate, designed by a student, sits on the desk of Field Study student Brooke Ziemba.
Like a college internship, Field Study pairs a student with a company or organization to see if it might be a career they would like to pursue.
03/02/2022
Read More About Like a college internship, Field Study pairs a student with a company or organization to see if it might be a career they would like to pursue.
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The vector artwork by Caleb Einolf shows a sailboat with sun, clouds, and birds reflected in the water.
The work of Caleb Einolf, titled “Tranquility,” was chosen for the competition that promotes hope and healing by communicating messages of peace, calm, comfort, and inspiration.
02/18/2022
Read More About The work of Caleb Einolf, titled “Tranquility,” was chosen for the competition that promotes hope and healing by communicating messages of peace, calm, comfort, and inspiration.
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Photo of Avinash Paul
The Quakertown Community High School senior is now in line to become a scholarship winner in the prestigious program.
02/18/2022
Read More About The Quakertown Community High School senior is now in line to become a scholarship winner in the prestigious program.
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QCHS senior Thane Goetz captured the Gold Medal in the CNC Technician category.
Fourteen QCHS students advance to states with Gold Medal performances in District 11 technical and leadership competition.
02/08/2022
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Thien Cao is photographed in a QCHS hallway in front of student lockers.
Thien Cao was recognized with the Silver Key in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Contest for his digital art entry.
02/02/2022
Read More About Thien Cao was recognized with the Silver Key in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Contest for his digital art entry.
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Quakertown Community High School senior Will Steich holds his Mini Max award while standing next to Coach George Banas, holding a Quakertown football helmet signed by his star quarterback.
Will Steich is one of 55 students in Pennsylvania to be named a Mini Max High School Award winner for 2021.
01/25/2022
Read More About Will Steich is one of 55 students in Pennsylvania to be named a Mini Max High School Award winner for 2021.
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Students placing fourth or higher in objective tests and second place or higher in performance competition qualified.
01/20/2022
Read More About Students placing fourth or higher in objective tests and second place or higher in performance competition qualified.
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Yelizaveta Hernandez has received the College Board National Hispanic Recognition Award and National Rural and Small Town Recognition Award for having a grade point average above 3.5 while scoring in the top 10 percent of Pennsylvania students on the PSAT.
High-achieving Yelizaveta Hernandez is described as “a force to be reckoned with.”
01/18/2022
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Students fill eggs with goodies for the Quakertown Community Day egg hunt.
About 50 students braved the weather to perform community service projects on the MLK Day of Service.
01/17/2022
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John Rittenhouse, at left, was inducted in the new Wrestling Hall of Fame. At right is former coach Dave Evans.
John Rittenhouse, the first QCHS state champion in 1987, and Ed Dougherty, who began the wrestling program in 1959, make up the first Hall of Fame class.
12/23/2021
Read More About John Rittenhouse, the first QCHS state champion in 1987, and Ed Dougherty, who began the wrestling program in 1959, make up the first Hall of Fame class.
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Newly inducted members of the QCHS Wall of Fame, each holding their plaque, include, from left to right, Thomas Moll, Jonathan Landis, David Erwin, Jennifer Kunes Driscoll, and Samuel Lee Roberts.
Quakertown Community High School added six new members to its Wall of Fame. Three of the inductees are from 2020, and three from 2021.
12/14/2021
Read More About Quakertown Community High School added six new members to its Wall of Fame. Three of the inductees are from 2020, and three from 2021.
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STEM Club students Richa Chawla, left, and Brooke Alsante decorate their cookies during an event sponsored by Giacomo’s Italian Market.
Giacomo’s Italian Market donated the ingredients and gave students tips on how to bake delicious holiday cookies.
12/07/2021
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MacKenzie Mahler, a 2019 grad and Kutztown University junior, interacts with QCHS students in the Quakertown Perming Arts Center.
MacKenzie Mahler, a 2019 grad and Kutztown University junior, spoke about teaching visually impaired students.
11/19/2021
Read More About MacKenzie Mahler, a 2019 grad and Kutztown University junior, spoke about teaching visually impaired students.
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Students recently had the opportunity to learn of the various opportunities available to them at the Panther Clubs and Sports Fair.
The high school’s administrative team has been holding Focus Groups to learn what it is doing well, what it isn’t doing well, and any advice or ideas they have for improvements.
11/03/2021
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Members of the Quakertown Community High School Executive Student Council hold up a check for $750 that will go to the Quakertown Police Shop With A Cop Program.
The high school’s Executive Student Council voted to help fund the program, which aids families in need during the holidays.
11/01/2021
Read More About The high school’s Executive Student Council voted to help fund the program, which aids families in need during the holidays.
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Nick Joyce became the first golfer in school history to qualify for the PIAA Golf Championship.
“The kids knew, the teachers knew. Everyone wanted to know how he was doing. That's all they talked about.”
10/27/2021
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Following the deaths of 13 service members in Afghanistan, 13 QCHS football players each held an American flag when they ran on the field for their home-opening game.
Coach Banas: “Our purpose is to create well-rounded, productive members of society.”
10/19/2021
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Students at the FBLA and QROCK tables gather information during the first Panther Clubs and Sports Fair at QCHS.
The event introduced students to the diverse options available in school clubs and sports teams.
10/01/2021
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Avadar Brownlee qualified as a Commended Student for her outstanding performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in 2020, when she scored 1400.
Avadar Brownlee’s PSAT score as a sophomore qualified her for recognition by the National Merit Scholarship Program.
09/23/2021
Read More About Avadar Brownlee’s PSAT score as a sophomore qualified her for recognition by the National Merit Scholarship Program.
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Avinash Paul is the lone QCHS student to achieve National Merit Scholar Semifinalist status for 2022.
The QCHS senior’s test scores ranked in the top 1 percent of seniors in the United States.
09/17/2021
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Nurse Melissa Kelly, left, and World Language teacher Bethany Fuller help a parent during ELD Resources Night.
Inspired by ELD teacher Alaina Wert, parents were helped with filling out required school forms and other important applications.
09/16/2021
Read More About Inspired by ELD teacher Alaina Wert, parents were helped with filling out required school forms and other important applications.
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The AP project-based learning experience is valued by colleges and universities across the U.S. and around the world.
08/18/2021
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Freshmen students in the heavily attended AP Boot Camp put together by teacher Sean Burke.
The sessions, taught by Sean Burke, give students the foundational skills to tackle AP Human Geography and other AP courses.
08/17/2021
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Pitcher Anthony Rostick, right, and Brandon Pierce, 21, during a game.
With a cumulative GPA above 3.0, the Panthers are only one of two Bucks County teams to be honored by the American Baseball Coaches Association.
08/17/2021
Read More About With a cumulative GPA above 3.0, the Panthers are only one of two Bucks County teams to be honored by the American Baseball Coaches Association.
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QCHS Principal Mattias van 't Hoenderdaal, left, and School Resource Officer Bob Lee stand by a badly damaged vehicle as a message for motorists.
With prom season and graduation upon us, now is a good time for parents to speak with young motorists about safe driving.
06/01/2021
Read More About With prom season and graduation upon us, now is a good time for parents to speak with young motorists about safe driving.
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Abby Jacobes stands with her award-winning sculpture.
Abby Jacobes, Gold Medalist in Pennsylvania’s SkillsUSA Welding Sculpture Competition, has been hired by a local company to begin her career after graduation.
05/27/2021
Read More About Abby Jacobes, Gold Medalist in Pennsylvania’s SkillsUSA Welding Sculpture Competition, has been hired by a local company to begin her career after graduation.
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Anthony Calvanese is presented with his $10,000 college scholarship.
Anthony Calvanese’s passion for soccer and to help young people overcome challenges won over the corporation’s foundation.
05/24/2021
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The high school's Bucks County Envirothon champs, from left, are Sara Nouri, Eliza Menser, advisor Tina Sullivan, Kaitlyn Zajkowski, Hans Muse and Lisa Livingston
Team 1 members include Kaitlyn Zajkowski, Hans Muse, Lisa Livingston, Sara Nouri and Eliza Menser. Team 2 members include: Willow Schrader, Delaney Peckham, Nolan Lucabaugh and Emma Walters.
05/17/2021
Read More About Team 1 members include Kaitlyn Zajkowski, Hans Muse, Lisa Livingston, Sara Nouri and Eliza Menser. Team 2 members include: Willow Schrader, Delaney Peckham, Nolan Lucabaugh and Emma Walters.
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Kennedy Bowen
Kennedy Bowen, a former state gymnastics champion, has qualified for the USAG Development Program National Championships.
05/06/2021
Read More About Kennedy Bowen, a former state gymnastics champion, has qualified for the USAG Development Program National Championships.
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Elizabeth Hilton stands with her Penn State pennant.
Whether a student plans to attend college or join the workforce, diverse options are available for post-high school success.
04/28/2021
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Here’s how QCHS stacks up academically against other high schools.
04/28/2021
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Students seated at their desks watch their computers during the QCHS College and Career fair.
More than 90 colleges, trade schools, military branches and business leaders participated in the virtual event.
04/27/2021
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Raymond Slifer of Quakertown Community High School and the Upper Bucks County Technical School.
Raymond Slifer is the only student in Pennsylvania to achieve the program’s CTE designation and one of only 56 nationwide.
04/23/2021
Read More About Raymond Slifer is the only student in Pennsylvania to achieve the program’s CTE designation and one of only 56 nationwide.
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Jaclyn Gluck has excelled in the UBCTS Carpentry Program.
The Quakertown Community High School senior has excelled in the UBCTS Carpentry Program.
04/16/2021
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Mickey Freeman's face is shown on a large screen in the QCHS auditorium as he speaks t students about the experiences of his mother, Judy Beitscher Freeman, a Holocaust survivor.
The Muhlenberg College program focused on the historical realities of the Holocaust through the stories of survivors.
04/13/2021
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The school-wide initiative is part of PBIS, a positive behavior intervention and supports program.
03/30/2021
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Brynn Lansberg, holding a guinea pig, is the UBCTS student of the month for March.
The QCHS senior and UBCTS student of the month for March is studying Animal & Veterinary Science.
03/22/2021
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Eleven seniors stand on the stage following the College Recognition Ceremony.
The seniors, who announced their college selections, were praised by their coaches for leadership and character.
03/05/2021
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Emily holds the "Certificate of Appointment" she received to the U.S. Military Academy.
QCHS senior Emily Maceri has received her appointment to the USMA, following her dad and sister.
03/01/2021
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Mason Ziegler stands at the top of the podium as the 113-pound champion in the Southeast Regional wrestling tournament.
An undefeated freshman, Mason Ziegler and 3 of his teammates are set to compete in next week's Super Regional.
02/28/2021
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Abby Jacobes is the UBCTS student of the month for February, 2021.
The senior is shop foreman for the UBCTS Welding & Fabrication Technology program.
02/23/2021
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The high school held a virtual ceremony on February 1st to celebrate the NHS inductees.
02/22/2021
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Members of the QCHS girls swim team pose for a photo wearing their masks.
Several swimmers set personal bests during the Liberty Division competition.
02/17/2021
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Photo of Michael Dennis.
Of 1.5 million entrants, Michael Dennis is among the top 1 percent to achieve this designation.
02/09/2021
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Image of Emily Wehr, left, and Julia Henry.
Julia Henry and Emily Wehr were selected for HOBY’s flagship program by school counselors.
02/05/2021
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“I’m so impressed with the accomplishments of these students,” teacher-advisor Sandi Frisch said.
01/29/2021
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Raymond Slifer of Quakertown Community High School and the Upper Bucks County Technical School, has been invited to participate in the Presidential Scholars Program.
Matt Catalano and Raymond Slifer are the only students from Upper Bucks County to receive invitations to this prestigious program.
01/28/2021
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Brendan Padmanabhan is one of many students who made cards to be delivered to residents of a local nursing home.
Receptive to Dr. King’s message, QCSD students have shown a passion to make a difference.
01/18/2021
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Poster for the documentary Walking While Black with registration information.
It is hoped that discussions following the viewing of the emotional documentary can lead to greater understanding and a more equitable community.
01/14/2021
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Riya Sembhi speaks at a student forum in front of a group of student leaders from Bucks County high schools.
Riya Sembhi is the winner of Widener University’s High School Leadership Award.
12/23/2020
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Ray Slifer is the first UBCTS student to become a Presidential Scholar.
QCHS senior Ray Slifer is a Machining Technologies student.
12/21/2020
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Stock photo of a student's desk at home with a computer and notepads.
The goal aims to improve academic performance among secondary students by having them interact with teachers and classmates throughout the school day as if they are sitting in the classroom.
12/07/2020
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Andy Boquist speaks to students in his classroom.
Mr. Anderson and Mr. Boquist said their work as Advanced Placement graders will be beneficial to students.
11/12/2020
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Gabe DaCosta, sitting in his wheelchair, shares a laugh with football coaches George Banas, right, and Chris Lemuell.
Gabe DaCosta was recognized through his affiliation with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where he is an ambassador.
11/05/2020
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Flyer with information about the minding your mind program.
Please consider joining this introduction to mental health, designed to train adults on how to recognize the warning signs of stress, anxiety, depression, and crisis.
10/10/2020
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Matt Catalano and Veronika Durr each received a Letter of Commendation for their high PSAT scores.
09/29/2020
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Drawing says free breakfast and lunch and includes a food tray.
The free food program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture
09/21/2020
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QCHS senior Michael Dennis is an aspiring teacher.
09/10/2020
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Drawing of a brown paper bag, red apple and chocolate milk container.
There's also information about how to apply for free and reduced meals.
09/09/2020
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Kaitlyn Zajkowski and her dad play the marimba ta they built together.
Kaitlyn Zajkowski and her father made the most of their confinement by building a marimba.
07/30/2020
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Devin Sparwasser said the recognition has inspired her to move forward writing a book of poetry.
07/23/2020
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Graduating senior Jake Berton receives a $1,000 check from Ray Fox, vice president of the Quakertown High School Alumni Association.
More than 100 students received awards and scholarships from both school district groups and community partners.
06/25/2020
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The free summer meals, which can be picked up Tuesdays and Thursdays, are for all children 18 and under.
06/19/2020
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Cars with graduates aboard roll slowly down Park Ave. during Quakertown Community High School's Graduation Parade.
Quakertown community celebrates QCHS 2020 Graduation Parade
06/17/2020
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Photo of a smiling Tyler Einolf.
Tyler Einolf has been working on his goal of attending the United States Military Academy since ninth grade.
06/08/2020
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Katie Catalano and Bryce Widdoss were nominated by the QCHS faculty and chosen by American Legion Post 242.
05/27/2020
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High school administrators in masks, holding signs, and firefighters stand in front of a fire truck as they prepare to deliver caps, gowns and signs to high school seniors.
The delivery of caps, gowns and “Panther Proud” lawn signs became a community event.
05/20/2020
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Melissa Nong is one of six Bucks County students to achieve this National Merit Scholarship Program status.
05/13/2020
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Rudy Levinski earns several honors, including Commandant's Distinguished Leadership Award, at Virginia Tech.
04/30/2020
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A college representative speaks with students on a computer screen in a Google Meet format.
128 students participated in the online event, which included representatives from 18 colleges.
04/24/2020
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Kenzie's drawing of a bearded Bryce Harper wearing a red Phillies cap.
It’s been quite the senior year for Kenzie Sawadski. Her Bryce Harper portrait was a winner in the Phillies 2020 Drawing Contest.
04/22/2020
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Here's how Quakertown stacks up academically against other high schools.
04/21/2020
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Several resources available for mental health and substance abuse issues.
04/08/2020
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Audrey Nolte, the daughter of Holocaust survivors, speaks to Quakertown Community High School AP Art History students.
The Butterfly Project inspired high school art teacher Mrs. Christine to have the daughter of Holocaust survivors share her family’s stories with students.
03/19/2020
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AP students taking the National German Exam were, from left to right, Jeffrey Swann, Isaac Detweiler, Hans Muse, Lara Yildiz, and Callie Spry.
AP German students will receive Honor Roll recognition for their achievements in German.
02/25/2020
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Sports psychologist and author Dr. Jarrod Spencer.
QCHS, Strayer athletes and coaches to hear from sports psychologist about mental health and performance.
02/21/2020
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Twelve Quakertown Community High School student-athletes stand in two rows behind a table after announcing what colleges they will be attending.
The student-athletes represent seven different sports, a record for one signing day.
02/20/2020
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QCHS student Riya Sembhi speaks at the request of choral director Jonathan Lechner, explaining the Student Forum to the Varsity Singers.
The Student Forum is a group of student leaders from Bucks County high schools who meet monthly to discuss a variety of issues.
02/19/2020
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Jordynn Cheatle, holding the computer, and Teddy Bevan-Xenelis, founding members of the Diversity Club, speak to QE students about Black History Month.
The elementary school students enjoy their monthly presentations from the high school’s Diversity Club.
02/18/2020
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Student Ryan Galloway adjusts part of the automated assembly line as Kirsten North looks on during a recent Computer Integrated Manufacturing class.
Chris Polk’s CIM class helps students develop key problem-solving and teamwork skills that employers desire.
02/11/2020
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UBCTS Small Engine Technology students Ethan Clark, Jarrett Loux and Jonathan Setman stand on the podium after finishing first, second and third, respectively, in Power Equipment Technology at the SkillsUSA District 11 Competition.
The 5 students who attend UBCTS qualified for the state competition after victories in the District 11 championships.
02/03/2020
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Austin Hunsberger and Angelina Becker have been nominated for the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY) scholarship.
Angelina Becker and Austin Hunsberger were chosen by counselors for their leadership skills.
01/30/2020
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School Resource Officer Bob Lee
Students must be 16 to apply for the Civilian Police Academy
01/23/2020
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Teachers, students and administrators began a tradition by helping those going through a difficult time
01/10/2020
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The vaping panel was organized by School Resource Officer Bob Lee, left, and Nurse Margie Regan, standing next to Officer Lee. From there the panel included Mia Giordane, Dr. Nicole Yoder, Magisterial District Justice Lisa Gaier and Deputy District Attorney Tom Gannon.
A panel of medical and law enforcement experts let students know the high cost of vaping
12/17/2019
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Two students stand back-to-back as they read lines from Macbeth during a workshop in the cafeteria.
Professional actors taught QCHS students a variety of ways to look at the great dramatist.
10/31/2019
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Cybersecurity teacher Andrew Snyder speaks with David Shallcross from the office of the Attorney General.
David Shallcross of the PA office of the Attorney General spoke to Cybersecurity students about financial crimes.
10/22/2019
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QCHS freshman Laniya Morton
After Laniya Morton found a lost ring in the school parking lot, she knew precisely what to do
10/16/2019
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Baseball Coach Jonathan Pallone takes a selfie with three of his players.
Coach Pallone says team goals on the field and in the classroom build success
10/15/2019
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Football players Logan banas, 72, and Shawn Newswanger prepare to walk to midfield for the coin toss with Maddie Willing, left, and Rhiley Coughlin.
Football program’s 500th victory takes back seat to children who “fight just to live another day.”
09/30/2019
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Liz Bradbury, Director of the Training Institute of the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center in Allentown.
Liz Bradbury will train parents, community how to support at-risk youth
09/26/2019
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QCHS seniors Tyler Einolf (second from left), Sierra Lee and Ian Cummings stand with Principal Mattias van't Hoenderdaal (right) and Assistant Principal Jennifer Carolla.
Ian Cummings, Tyler Einolf and Sierra Lee each receive a Letter of Commendation for their high PSAT scores
09/20/2019
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Reid Clymer and Summer Thompson perform with the QCHS Varsity Singers at the state capitol.
Reid Clymer qualifies for NAfME All-National Honor Ensemble
09/19/2019
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Flyer titled "Turning Hunger Into Hope" with information about students packing meals and fundraising for the Feed My Starving Children organization.
Students packing meals, fundraising to help malnourished children
09/18/2019
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Melissa Nong is photographed in the high school library with (from left) Principal Mattias van’t Hoenderdaal, counselor Eric Gozzard and assistant principal Jason Magditch.
Melissa Nong the lone QCHS student to achieve the exclusive honor.
09/11/2019
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Adam Dinney, left, and Jennifer Carolla were unanimously approved by the School Board as high school assistant principals.
The additions of Jennifer Carolla and Adam Dinney complete high school’s administrative team.
08/19/2019
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Mattias van’t Hoenderdaal speaks at a podium.
Important information for parents and students from the high school principal
07/24/2019
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New principal Mattias van’t Hoenderdaal with his wife Maggie and three children: Margot 10, Eli 8 and Weston 2.
Mattias van 't Hoenderdaal takes over for Dr. David Finnerty
07/01/2019
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Quakertown Community High School Principal David Finnerty smiles and claps his hands during the Commencement Ceremony.
'Make it a great life, Panthers!'
06/17/2019
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Ice hockey coach Keith Krem.
Ice hockey club program beginning for high school, middle school levels
06/11/2019
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SRO Bob Lee
The hiring of Quakertown Police Officer Bob Lee as the district’s School Resource Officer is one of several major steps taken in the last several years to strengthen school security.
02/22/2018
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