Quakertown Community High School

Join us this evening (11/21) for the opening of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child — High School Edition. Performances will take place in the Quakertown Community High School auditorium tonight and Saturday, 11/22 at 7:30 p.m., and November 23 at 2:30 p.m.

Tickets are available for purchase at the door beginning at 6:30pm:
$20.00 for adults
$15.00 for students

*Please bring cash or a check made out to the QHS Play only!

Gobble! Gobble! Join us for this holiday tradition - 96 YEARS in the making!

Quakertown vs. Pennridge Thanksgiving Day Football Game!

When:
Thursday, November 27th - Thanksgiving Day

Time:
Kickoff is at 10:15am

Where:
Helman Field, Pennridge High School
1228 N. Fifth Street, Perkasie, PA 18944

To purchase tickets:
https://www.msbtickets.com/pennridgehighschool/event/vfbqtownthanksgiving?fbclid=IwY2xjawOK2CZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFyUlY5ZGhSbzdZZk1tRFcyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjYfG1t-uLKtgCg0vu6HGgyg0KousMPs5XoLZesys30cxS7ypFDqxE3KtaYS_aem_pMSxeEe6olNjYaryHNuiIA

QCHS Theater Presents: Harry Potter & the Cursed Child runs 11/21 - 11/23

Tickets are on sale now! Online sales will close on Thursday, November 20th at 11:59 p.m., so be sure to reserve your seats early. If tickets remain after online sales end, they will be available for purchase at the door on the day of each performance. Join us for an unforgettable evening of magic, friendship, and courage.

Tickets:
Fri, Nov 21, 2025 at 7:30pm: https://www.msbtickets.com/quakertownseniorhighschool/event/9bs2sy7r

Sat, Nov 22, 2025 at 7:30pm: https://www.msbtickets.com/quakertownseniorhighschool/event/604b2yyj

Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at 2:30pm: https://www.msbtickets.com/quakertownseniorhighschool/event/eazc5fbq

November "Ask a Therapist" Live - 11.11.25 at 8pm

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:
https://tinyurl.com/243r9vbe

Winter Sports are HERE!
It’s time to hit the court, the mat, and the ice—registration for High School and Middle School Winter Sports is now OPEN!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action, represent your school, and make this season unforgettable.
Sign up today and get ready to compete, connect, and bring your Panther pride:
https://shorturl.at/zN4dy

Calling All QCSD Artists!

It’s time for the QCSD Holiday Card Art Contest!

We’re looking for three festive designs — one each from our elementary, middle, and high school students — that capture the joy and spirit of the holiday season in Quakertown!

Winning artwork will be featured on the official QCSD Holiday Card sent to families, staff, and community partners!

Deadline: Friday, November 21st by 5 PM

Show your creativity, spread some cheer, and make your mark this holiday season!

Click here to enter: https://forms.gle/MqU9aWWMoxN3uUFo6

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!

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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