QCHS Future Readiness Center will host a FAFSA Completion Night on October 30th from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. This event provides a dedicated time to work on your FAFSA application using the school's computers or your own laptop. A financial aid expert from the Pennsylvania Higher Education Access Agency (PHEAA) will be on hand to help guide you through the process if needed.
Please note: This is a work session and not a presentation. If you plan to attend, be sure to register in advance using this LINK:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm_D7l7vgy4bi3Ov1NpuVmLo0wKXipmu-5x90xPVQqtqvhGA/viewform?usp=dialog
Visit: https://hs.qcsd.org/o/qchs/page/counseling-updates to learn more!
Please note: This is a work session and not a presentation. If you plan to attend, be sure to register in advance using this LINK:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdm_D7l7vgy4bi3Ov1NpuVmLo0wKXipmu-5x90xPVQqtqvhGA/viewform?usp=dialog
Visit: https://hs.qcsd.org/o/qchs/page/counseling-updates to learn more!
QCHS Key Club Food Drive til' November 2nd
Attention Students and QCHS Families:
The QCHS Key Club is collecting food for the Quakertown Food Pantry until November 2nd! The Pantry has recently posted on social media that they are experiencing a shortage and need our community's help.
Boxes can be found throughout the school. The Pantry needs:
Boxed stuffing mix
Boxed mashed potatoes
Canned vegetables
Cranberry sauce
Gravy (jarred or packet)
Cornbread or biscuit mix
Boxed desserts
Aluminum roasting pans
Festive paper goods
Handwritten notes or cards
Every donation helps a family in need! If you can, please consider donating!
Thanks!
Attention Students and QCHS Families:
The QCHS Key Club is collecting food for the Quakertown Food Pantry until November 2nd! The Pantry has recently posted on social media that they are experiencing a shortage and need our community's help.
Boxes can be found throughout the school. The Pantry needs:
Boxed stuffing mix
Boxed mashed potatoes
Canned vegetables
Cranberry sauce
Gravy (jarred or packet)
Cornbread or biscuit mix
Boxed desserts
Aluminum roasting pans
Festive paper goods
Handwritten notes or cards
Every donation helps a family in need! If you can, please consider donating!
Thanks!
Tonight is the Quakertown Homecoming Game vs. the Chester High School Clippers
Details:
Time: 7pm
Date: 10/24/25
Where: Alumni Stadium—700 Park Ave, Quakertown, PA 18951
Livestream from home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDiJxkH1Ybk
Tickets are $5 Cash Only (Middle School Students and up).
Schedule:
5:00pm Field Available for Warm Ups
6:00pm Ticket Gates Open for Spectators
6:30pm End of Warm Ups
6:35pm QCHS Band Perform
6:50pm National Anthem
6:55pm Coin Toss
7:00pm Kick Off
Halftime:
20 minutes - Extended Halftime for Homecoming Court
Details:
Time: 7pm
Date: 10/24/25
Where: Alumni Stadium—700 Park Ave, Quakertown, PA 18951
Livestream from home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDiJxkH1Ybk
Tickets are $5 Cash Only (Middle School Students and up).
Schedule:
5:00pm Field Available for Warm Ups
6:00pm Ticket Gates Open for Spectators
6:30pm End of Warm Ups
6:35pm QCHS Band Perform
6:50pm National Anthem
6:55pm Coin Toss
7:00pm Kick Off
Halftime:
20 minutes - Extended Halftime for Homecoming Court
Tell us what you think of our school nutrition program! Please take a quick survey and let us know what you think. It is the goal of our Foodservice Management Company, Whitsons Culinary Group, to Enhance Life One Meal At A Time,™ and they value your opinion and strive to make continuous improvements to better serve the school community.
Our surveys are set to go live October 20 through October 31, and will consist of the following questions!
Click here to take the survey:
https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi
Our surveys are set to go live October 20 through October 31, and will consist of the following questions!
Click here to take the survey:
https://xmp.insight-surveys.com/s/ql9jfi
Ask a Therapist LIVE - Tuesday, October 21st
The Quakertown Community School District is proud to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and ParentGuidance.org to provide QCSD families with free monthly mental health resources. Caregivers have access to virtual trainings designed to offer guidance and support on important and often difficult topics such as depression, suicide, and bullying.
On Tuesday, October 21st join us online at 8pm for "Ask a Therapist LIVE" -
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register click below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XZ8q5-PSQ42YrLuXbvFJIw#/registration
The Quakertown Community School District is proud to partner with the Cook Center for Human Connection and ParentGuidance.org to provide QCSD families with free monthly mental health resources. Caregivers have access to virtual trainings designed to offer guidance and support on important and often difficult topics such as depression, suicide, and bullying.
On Tuesday, October 21st join us online at 8pm for "Ask a Therapist LIVE" -
This might be the most important event of the year for all parents! Support your child’s mental health and wellness by joining us for an informative event for parents and educators. Ask questions of leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal ideation, child development and parenting, just to name a few.
To register click below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XZ8q5-PSQ42YrLuXbvFJIw#/registration
This Thursday, October 23rd—Join us at the QCSD administrative building for our monthly School Board Meeting at 7pm. All members of the Quakertown community and QCSD community are welcome!
These meetings provide a great opportunity to:
Stay informed about district initiatives, budget decisions, curriculum changes, and upcoming projects that impact students and schools.
Have a voice by offering public comment, sharing feedback, and asking questions that can influence priorities and decisions.
Build trust and transparency by seeing firsthand how Board members discuss issues, make decisions, and address community concerns.
Support students and staff by showing engagement in their education and the policies that affect their daily experiences.
Strengthen the community by fostering collaboration and shared understanding among families, educators, and district leaders.
Mark your calendars and please join us in person or online. Please visit to watch past and current board meetings:
https://www.youtube.com/@qcsdboard4511
These meetings provide a great opportunity to:
Stay informed about district initiatives, budget decisions, curriculum changes, and upcoming projects that impact students and schools.
Have a voice by offering public comment, sharing feedback, and asking questions that can influence priorities and decisions.
Build trust and transparency by seeing firsthand how Board members discuss issues, make decisions, and address community concerns.
Support students and staff by showing engagement in their education and the policies that affect their daily experiences.
Strengthen the community by fostering collaboration and shared understanding among families, educators, and district leaders.
Mark your calendars and please join us in person or online. Please visit to watch past and current board meetings:
https://www.youtube.com/@qcsdboard4511
The 56th Annual Quakertown Halloween Parade will take place this Sunday, October 19, at 2:00 PM, bringing festive fun and community spirit to downtown Quakertown. This beloved tradition will showcase a variety of local organizations, creative floats, and costumed participants. In addition to the excitement of the parade, attendees can look forward to a special appearance by the Quakertown Panther Marching Band, whose performance is always a highlight of the day, as well as our Senior Homecoming Court, proudly representing our high school. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community pride and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with family and friends.
Did you know that it's Principal Appreciation Month throughout the entire month of October? Send Mr. V a kind message and we'll make sure he receives it!
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5agTc7O31ZL7PBLYYiB5AdtmNNePK9G2UrcI71ZCev4JtDA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNWMcVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4aHFHVXo4QWhYUG83emRwAR6b5yASfHLbUxstTiOYWfU1YdeFepbIRLpa0hjtLcjzhlp_aKVw8DRLmcW5yg_aem_vzxAa6luvzo-7sXWNrp3MA
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5agTc7O31ZL7PBLYYiB5AdtmNNePK9G2UrcI71ZCev4JtDA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawNWMcVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF4aHFHVXo4QWhYUG83emRwAR6b5yASfHLbUxstTiOYWfU1YdeFepbIRLpa0hjtLcjzhlp_aKVw8DRLmcW5yg_aem_vzxAa6luvzo-7sXWNrp3MA
Join us tonight, Monday, October 6th at the QCSD Administrative Building for our monthly Education and Policy Committee Meeting at 5:15pm. The building is located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or you can join us online at:
https://www.youtube.com/live/MeprRh5Et0k?si=FqZcXMpzVXGTYafg
Happy October, Panther Nation:
This week’s edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman highlights several important topics for our QCSD community. We celebrate Principal Appreciation Month, recognizing the dedication and leadership of our school principals, and how you can share words of thanks with them; exciting updates on academic programs and community partnerships that are helping to enrich our learning opportunities for our students. And finally, practical guidance on protecting your child’s device from damage, ensuring students can safely and effectively use technology to support their learning.
Click here to read more:
https://secure.smore.com/n/xrwp5
This week’s edition of Take 5 with Dr. Friedman highlights several important topics for our QCSD community. We celebrate Principal Appreciation Month, recognizing the dedication and leadership of our school principals, and how you can share words of thanks with them; exciting updates on academic programs and community partnerships that are helping to enrich our learning opportunities for our students. And finally, practical guidance on protecting your child’s device from damage, ensuring students can safely and effectively use technology to support their learning.
Click here to read more:
https://secure.smore.com/n/xrwp5
Please join us for our monthly QCSD Board Meeting, Wednesday, September 24th at 7pm at the QCSD Administrative Building, located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or join us online at
https://youtube.com/live/prfJrVo9r8c?feature=share
https://youtube.com/live/prfJrVo9r8c?feature=share
Do you have a student success story? Know an amazing teacher? Or a staff member that knocks it out of the ballpark? We want to hear from YOU! Share your #PantherPride story with us, and you could be featured in our next #PantherPride Post!
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDhBg8DScVAxc_6ZQjRqZaKdVODnLAzGTaUoGvg9y-Yl0yxA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMuuMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWT1FzTTFjR2p0MVB4VUx1AR4VVMsSDVPrd7infwLjyBw_JExa8yp_RDYf5iw1OhQALFUVKxRRQc_SNTcmFw_aem_2dbyvaYqtiPElLApuDpftQ
Click here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDhBg8DScVAxc_6ZQjRqZaKdVODnLAzGTaUoGvg9y-Yl0yxA/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawMuuMxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWT1FzTTFjR2p0MVB4VUx1AR4VVMsSDVPrd7infwLjyBw_JExa8yp_RDYf5iw1OhQALFUVKxRRQc_SNTcmFw_aem_2dbyvaYqtiPElLApuDpftQ
The 5th Annual Panther Club & Sports Fair is underway! Thank you to all our captains, teachers and staff for putting together such an incredible fair of opportunities for our students! #getinvolved #QCSDProud #PantherPride #PantherProud #QCHS #quakertownhighschool
Please join us Wednesday, August 27th for our Monthly School Board Meeting. This meeting will be voting on the Quakertown Elementary School Project! Please join us at 7pm at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or tune in online at:
https://youtube.com/live/4byXIoFJ-1c?feature=share
To get up-to-date on the QE Project, click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/capital-projectsunpublished
and scroll down to "Quakertown Elementary Project" to view all the details from our recent Facilities Committee Meeting.
https://youtube.com/live/4byXIoFJ-1c?feature=share
To get up-to-date on the QE Project, click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/capital-projectsunpublished
and scroll down to "Quakertown Elementary Project" to view all the details from our recent Facilities Committee Meeting.
Start the school year off on the right note—read Dr. Friedman's latest blog post on "Setting the Tone for Success"
Click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Click here:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Join Dr. Friedman on a Journey Through Panther Nation!
Step into the heart of our school district with Superintendent Dr. Friedman as your guide. Through his regularly updated blog, Dr. Friedman offers an inside look at the dynamic world of the QCSD—from exciting district-wide initiatives to everyday classroom successes.
Celebrate the achievements of our incredible students, stay informed on important developments, and discover the stories that make our community so special. Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, Dr. Friedman’s blog is your window into the spirit, progress, and pride of our schools.
Stay connected. Stay inspired. Welcome to the journey!
Click here: https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Step into the heart of our school district with Superintendent Dr. Friedman as your guide. Through his regularly updated blog, Dr. Friedman offers an inside look at the dynamic world of the QCSD—from exciting district-wide initiatives to everyday classroom successes.
Celebrate the achievements of our incredible students, stay informed on important developments, and discover the stories that make our community so special. Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, Dr. Friedman’s blog is your window into the spirit, progress, and pride of our schools.
Stay connected. Stay inspired. Welcome to the journey!
Click here: https://www.qcsd.org/page/superintendent-blog
Greetings Panther Families:
Back-to-school is almost here - and we need your help! All QCSD Families must complete the following online registration for your returning student(s).
This process should take between 20-30 minutes.
If you have more than one student enrolled in the District, you must enter a unique snapcode to begin each of their registrations.
Additionally, if your student is an incoming kindergarten student or new to QCSD, we understand that you have recently completed the New Student registration form. Please use this form as a way to update any needed information prior to the beginning of school to ensure that we have the most accurate contact information for your child.
Thank you for your assistance in ensuring we have up-to-date information for your family. Please complete your student's online Returning Student Registration as soon as possible to ensure we can finalize class lists, building placements, and district transportation in a timely fashion.
Back-to-school is almost here - and we need your help! All QCSD Families must complete the following online registration for your returning student(s).
This process should take between 20-30 minutes.
If you have more than one student enrolled in the District, you must enter a unique snapcode to begin each of their registrations.
Additionally, if your student is an incoming kindergarten student or new to QCSD, we understand that you have recently completed the New Student registration form. Please use this form as a way to update any needed information prior to the beginning of school to ensure that we have the most accurate contact information for your child.
Thank you for your assistance in ensuring we have up-to-date information for your family. Please complete your student's online Returning Student Registration as soon as possible to ensure we can finalize class lists, building placements, and district transportation in a timely fashion.
College Application Boot Camp Sign-Up!!
No push-ups or marching involved—just a great opportunity to get started or make real progress on your college applications!
Mr. Gozzard will be available in the QCHS Library on August 6th and 11th, working with students in small groups of 5.
Click here to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48ABAA23A2F49-57609447-college#/
No push-ups or marching involved—just a great opportunity to get started or make real progress on your college applications!
Mr. Gozzard will be available in the QCHS Library on August 6th and 11th, working with students in small groups of 5.
Click here to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A48ABAA23A2F49-57609447-college#/
Free Immunization Clinic - August 21st
QCSD is running an immunization clinic on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 5-8 pm at Quakertown Community High School. If your child has insurance, the clinic can submit the immunization to their insurance company. If your child is uninsured, they can receive the immunization at no cost.
QCSD is running an immunization clinic on Thursday, August 21, 2025 from 5-8 pm at Quakertown Community High School. If your child has insurance, the clinic can submit the immunization to their insurance company. If your child is uninsured, they can receive the immunization at no cost.
Tonight - ask a Therapist LIVE at 8pm online! Ask questions to leading family therapists and take advantage of a free resource to help parents with important topics such as identifying anxiety, depression, grief, suicide ideation and parenting with purpose.
Click here to bookmark this event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CH0XvvsrTEWxmEfQFxPSyQ?fbclid=IwY2xjawLiFF9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHooFfxCrCEVOvLl_PDh-2xSDfE6jt-0s9nRlkbIk8MTNVW1SXAqpClPqKg6Z_aem_rgv1X7jtaLFnbhwMGrfa0A#/registration
Click here to bookmark this event:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CH0XvvsrTEWxmEfQFxPSyQ?fbclid=IwY2xjawLiFF9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHooFfxCrCEVOvLl_PDh-2xSDfE6jt-0s9nRlkbIk8MTNVW1SXAqpClPqKg6Z_aem_rgv1X7jtaLFnbhwMGrfa0A#/registration
