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New Hope-Solebury School District
Empowering all learners for a world of possibilities.
February 27, 2026
#NHSD Weekly eNews
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In this edition:
- Calendar Reminder: Early Dismissal on 3/6 for Grades K-5
- Lions Support Special Olympics and Unified Sports
- Students Shine at Recent Board Meeting
- Sixth Grade Social Studies Brings Ancient Egypt to Life
- One Week Left: NHSD 2027-2030 Comprehensive Planning Survey
- Upcoming Events, Fundraisers, and Community Happenings
| | Calendar Reminder: Early Dismissal March 6 for Grades K-5 | | | | |
Calendar Reminder
Students in grades K-5 will have an early dismissal on Friday, March 6, as we wrap up the second elementary trimester.
For a full view of important dates, including the current and upcoming school year calendars, please visit the District’s calendar webpage.
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High School Lions 'Freeze for a Reason'
to Support Special Olympics and Unified Sports
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This week, our High School Unified Team and Unified Club, “Sole Buddies,” proudly supported the Special Olympics and Unified Sports with the Polar Pop: Freeze for a Reason fundraiser as part of High School Spirit Week.
Students eagerly lined up to participate, purchasing tickets to have a water balloon popped over their heads, all in the name of a great cause. The event not only brought lots of laughs and school spirit, but also raised funds to support Special Olympics programming and Unified Sports initiatives.
Thanks to the incredible participation of our students, we are thrilled to announce that the fundraiser raised $1,186, bringing the total to $1,785 for this year! Each balloon pop earned points for students’ Spirit Week teams, making it a win-win of fun, friendly competition and giving back.
Interested in supporting the cause? Donations are still be accepting through the donating through the NHS Lions Cool Schools Fundraising Link.
Congratulations to our Unified Team and Sole Buddies for organizing such a successful event, and thank you to all students who came out to support their peers and community!
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At the recent New Hope-Solebury School Board meeting, several Lions were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments, celebrating excellence both in academics, athletics, and community service.
The Middle School Girls Varsity Basketball Team made history this season by advancing to the Middle School Championship. This incredible achievement is a moment of pride for our entire Lion community and reflects the team’s dedication, perseverance, and growth throughout the year.
Jacob Rudnik was honored for earning his Eagle Scout rank, the highest achievement in Boy Scouts, showcasing his leadership, service, and commitment to the community.
Miles Yudin, Vincenzo Tordella, Katarina Talvet, and Sophie Wolfinger were recognized for their participation in a national writing contest hosted by Young Writers, demonstrating creativity and excellence in expression.
We also celebrated three students named finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program: Colin Foster, Cristina Martin, and Ben Stiefel, a prestigious recognition of academic achievement and potential.
Finally, several students were recognized for their recent service trip to the Dominican Republic, where they engaged in immersive learning experiences that brought the District’s Profile of a Graduate to life beyond the classroom.
These recognitions highlight the talent, perseverance, and civic-minded spirit of our students. Congratulations to all of our Lions for their remarkable achievements!
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Students in Mr. Cohen's 6th grade social studies class recently brought ancient Egypt to life, exploring the fascinating world of pharaohs, pyramids, and hieroglyphs.
Students learned how hieroglyphs work and practiced reading these intricate symbols, gaining insight into one of history’s earliest writing systems.
As a hands-on extension, students simulated the making of papyrus. Using lunch bags torn into strips and a mixture of glue and water, they overlapped the strips to create their own paper—mirroring the ancient Egyptian process.
Finally, students stepped into the role of Egyptian scribes, writing their names in hieroglyphs on their papyrus and adding other symbols meaningful to them, then decorating their scrolls with their own creative touches.
Through these activities, our 6th graders didn’t just learn about history—they experienced it firsthand!
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One Week Left:
Share Your Voice in Our Comprehensive Planning Process
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The New Hope-Solebury School District is beginning its 2027–2030 Comprehensive Planning process, and we invite our community to take part in shaping the future of our schools.
The Comprehensive Plan will guide our priorities, goals, and initiatives over the next three years as we continue our mission to empower all learners for a world of possibilities. To ensure this plan reflects the needs and perspectives of our students, families, staff, and community, we are seeking feedback on our strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
We encourage our community to take a few minutes to complete our brief survey to share your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions. Your responses will be reviewed by our District Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee and will help guide discussions, goal-setting, and action planning throughout the process. For more information, visit our 2027-2030 Comprehensive Planning webpage.
The survey is open now through March 6 and will close at 3:00 PM.
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National School Breakfast Week
March 2 - 6
Busy weekday mornings can make it challenging for many families to find time for a healthy breakfast. Fortunately, New Hope-Solebury School District offers FREE, nutritious school breakfasts each day, complete with fruit and low-fat or fat-free milk, to ensure students are fueled and ready to learn.
In addition, the district now offers Breakfast Snack Bags. These bags include a whole-grain snack, a low-fat protein item, and fresh fruit. Snack bags are free for students who do not select breakfast, and students who do eat breakfast may receive a snack bag for the cost of a second meal.
On March 2, we kick off National School Breakfast Week with this year’s theme, “The Quest for School Breakfast.” This celebration reminds our school community of the important role breakfast plays in helping students start their day strong.
Research shows that students who eat school breakfast are more likely to:
- Achieve higher levels in reading and math
- Perform better on standardized tests
- Improve concentration and memory
- Stay more alert throughout the day
- Maintain a healthy weight
Our Lions will be encouraged to show their enthusiasm for school breakfast throughout the week. School cafeterias will celebrate with special menus, activities, and other fun opportunities to highlight the benefits of starting each day with a nutritious meal.
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Mask and Zany Presents FAME, The Musical
March 12, 13, 14
“I’m Gonna Live Forever…” — FAME, The Musical, is coming to New Hope-High School Theatre!
Get ready to dance, sing, and be inspired! Filled with iconic music, unforgettable choreography, and the energy that made the original story legendary, this show is sure to captivate audiences of all ages.
Tickets are now on sale! Don’t miss your chance to see the talented cast of Mask and Zany bring the world of performing arts, dreams, and determination to life. Please note that the recommended rating is PG-13 for this show and may not be appropriate for our younger audiences.
Grab your seats today and experience the excitement, passion, and fun of FAME, The Musical, because this is one show you won’t want to miss!
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Upcoming Athletics
Saturday 2/28
- HS Wrestling PIAA AA SE Regional Tournament @ Warwick HS
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Varsity Swimming PIAA D1 Championships@ York, PA
| | The opportunities listed below either support New Hope-Solebury School District students, school clubs, and athletic programs, or are student-, club-, or team-organized, school-approved activities that benefit outside causes or organizations. | | | | |
Lions Support Eagles Autism Foundation
Shirt orders now through March 5
New Hope-Solebury School District is proud to raise autism awareness this spring as we team up to support the Eagles Autism Foundation.
April is Autism Acceptance Month, and we invite staff, students, and community members to show their support by purchasing a Lions Eagles Autism Foundation T-shirt and joining our efforts to raise funds for the NHSD Eagles Autism Challenge team. All shirts will be delivered before April, so students and staff can proudly wear them on Fridays throughout the month to show their support.
Purchase your shirts (adult and youth sizes available) or make a direct donation to the Eagles Autism Foundation here:
Let’s come together as a community to celebrate differences, raise awareness, and support our Lions!
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Put Your Business in the Spotlight at Asplundh Stadium!
Ongoing
Local businesses are invited to support our Lions and increase community visibility with the launch of our Lions Stadium Advertising Opportunity at Asplundh Stadium. This program allows you to showcase your brand with stadium signage while supporting NHSD.
From turf field banners to digital scoreboard ads, NHSD stadium advertising puts your business in front of our Lion community with seasonal or year-long packages. Learn more about how to get started by visiting our Stadium Advertising webpage.
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Giant's Feeding School Kids Campaign
Now through March 31
New Hope-Solebury School District is proud to partner with GIANT in the Feeding School Kids campaign! Now through March 31, our community can make a meaningful difference by choosing to round up at the register. Every donation supports efforts to ensure students facing food insecurity have access to the nourishment they need to learn, grow, and thrive. Together, our Lion community can help make a lasting impact.
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Doylestown YMCA to Host Jump Rope Mini Clinics
March 22 and April 1
Looking to learn to jump rope or improve your skills? The Doylestown YMCA is hosting jump rope mini clinics from the Zero Gravity Jump Rope Team. Cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members, and is appropriate for age 6 and up. To learn more and register, visit the YMCA website.
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Lenape Chamber Ensemble Presents Concert in the Round
March 7
Children ages 4-12 and their families are invited for a fun afternoon of music and musical demonstrations at the Delaware Valley University Life Sciences Auditorium in Doylestown, PA. Children are $2.00 and adults are free. For more information, visit the Lenape Chamber Ensemble webpage.
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Roxey Ballet Presents Journey Back to the Eighties
March 31
Roxey Ballet’s Journey Back to the 80s is a pop/rock music and dance extravaganza featuring top hits from the 80s played live or recorded by Doylestown, PA-based tribute band, GruvTyme. Phenomenal choreography and dancing by Roxey Ballet will take the audience back to the era of rock 'n roll, shoulder pads, and iconic music.
Nostalgic music paired with exciting choreography features songs including Flashdance, Jenny Jenny, Tainted Love, Walk Like an Egyptian, Billy Jean, Like A Prayer, Footloose, and many more. Mark Roxey’s choreography masterfully combines ballet, hip-hop, jazz, modern, contemporary, and social dances of the era that bring the audience to their feet, singing and dancing in the aisles.
Local community members can receive15% off tickets with the code: LOCAL15. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Roxey Ballet website.
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Shaving for a Cure: St. Baldrick’s Returns to NHSD
Donor Sign-Up: Ongoing
Community Event: March 14
The annual St. Baldrick’s Fight to Cure Pediatric Cancer is returning to the New Hope-Solebury Upper Elementary School on Saturday, March 14. Community members are invited to get involved by helping raise funds, shaving their heads, or donating eight inches or more of hair in support of this important cause. To learn more or sign up, visit the St. Baldrick’s New Hope-Solebury website.
Be sure to save the date and join us for this extraordinary community event, featuring donor spotlights, vendor shopping, carnival-style fun, and an exciting volleyball game. More details will be shared soon—we hope to see you there!
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Solebury Soccer Club to Host Tryouts
March 15
Solebury Soccer Club is officially calling all aspiring athletes for our upcoming tryouts! Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills or take your game to the next level, players ages 7–14 are invited to Laurel Park in New Hope on March 15, 2026. The tryout registration and schedule is located on our newly improved website, making it easier than ever to secure your spot and find all the details you need for the day.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the SSC family and showcase your competitive drive and community pride. Head over to www.soleburysoccer.org. For any specific questions, feel free to reach out to our team at SoleburySCinfo@gmail.com.
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New Hope-Solebury School District
180 West Bridge Street New Hope, PA 18938
Phone: 215-862-5372
Fax: 215-862-2906
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