Daniel Boone Area School District - Learning Together; Advocating for All

📣 Registration for all grade levels is OPEN! 📣

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1, 2025 or have you just moved into the district and your child will be attending Daniel Boone? It's time to register for the 2025-2026 school year!

✅ To register, you’ll need:

Child's birth certificate, baptismal certificate, or valid passport

Two Proof of Residency forms for guardian: driver's license, utility bill, property tax bill, vehicle registration, a deed or lease or a piece of mail sent by the federal or state government

Child's current Immunization Records - Don’t wait until the 5-year check-up if you're registering a kindergarten student — as long as you have the required documents, you can register now and submit updated forms before the first day of school.

📝 Why register early?

Gives your child access to upcoming summer tour dates

Ensures you receive important info before school begins

Click this link to get started 👉🏻 https://dboonepa.infinitecampus.org/campus/apps/olr/application/login/email-choose-year
and spread the word to other #FutureBlazers! 💙✨
#BooneProud #DBASD

🏆 Congratulations, Owen Heimbach! 🧱

Back in April, we shared the exciting news that Owen Heimbach took 1st place in Masonry at the SkillsUSA State Competition in Hershey (see photo below).

Now, we’re proud to announce that Owen has gone even further—earning 2nd place in the nation at the SkillsUSA National Championships held in Atlanta this June!

Representing both Daniel Boone Area High School and the state of Pennsylvania, Owen’s outstanding craftsmanship, dedication, and skill earned him well-deserved recognition on the national stage.

We’re so #BooneProud of your hard work and talent—what an amazing achievement! 🔨🇺🇸👏

🚒 Internship Spotlight! One of our high school students, Mason Ruffner, recently began his internship with Monarch Fire Company, and is gaining valuable hands-on experience and insight into fire service and emergency response. We're thankful to Monarch for mentoring our students and supporting real-world learning opportunities! 🔥👏 Check out more from Monarch Fire Company on their Facebook page: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/MonarchFireCompany #BooneProud #CareerReady #MonarchFireCompany #InternshipSuccess

Join us for our monthly Giving Market TONIGHT from 4–6 PM at the High School (Door 10)! We have a wide variety of canned goods, non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, cleaning supplies, and more — all free to families in need. 💙 Know someone who could use a little extra help this summer? Please send them our way. We're here to support our community! #BooneProud #CommunityCares #GivingMarket

📣 Summer Tours Are Coming! ☀️🏫 Are you new to the Daniel Boone Area School District? Or maybe your student is moving up to a new building this fall? Join us for our Summer New Student Tours! 🎒✨ This is a great opportunity for students to walk the halls, find their classrooms, and get familiar with the building before the first day of school. Whether you're brand new to Boone or just stepping into a new grade level, we’re excited to welcome you! 💙 📍 Mark your calendars! #BooneProud #NewStudentWelcome

🏆 Huge congratulations to Chase Yenser, who claimed victory at the PA Golf Association Amateur Championship yesterday at Hershey Country Club! ⛳️ Chase finished an incredible 7-under, winning by 2 strokes in a tough field where only 5 players finished under par. What an amazing performance! 🔥👏 #BooneProud #GolfChampion #HardWorkPaysOff #ChaseYenser

🚀 A huge THANK YOU to the Teacher Mini Grants Fund of Berks County Community Foundation for sponsoring a teacher mini-grant to purchase an Air Tunnel for Parachute Engineering Design Challenge for our Middle School STEM program! 🎉 Thanks to their generosity, students in Mrs. Worrell's class used the engineering design process to build and test mini parachutes—learning all about gravity, air resistance, and surface area in a fun, hands-on way. 🪂💨 The grant also provided the extra supplies needed—kite string, tape, scissors, and more—to bring these creative designs to life. We’re excited to see future STEM adventures with this new addition! 💡🔧 #STEMeducation #EngineeringDesign #BerksCountyCommunityFoundation #Gratitude #HandsOnLearning #FutureEngineers

Students in Mrs. Karen Worrell’s class had the chance to dive into hands-on learning with their brand-new LEGO SPIKE Bots this year — made possible through a grant from the Blazer Education Foundation! 🧠🤖💙 With these kits, students have the opportunity to build, program, and solve real-world challenges. From writing code that gets their bots moving to experimenting with sensors and solving tricky design problems, they’re developing critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration every step of the way. Thank you to the Blazer Foundation for investing in innovative classroom tools that spark curiosity and support future-ready learning! #BooneProud #STEMlearning #BlazerFoundation #LEGOeducation

🎉 Before we say goodbye to our seniors tonight, we’re celebrating what’s next for them! Signing Day — a special moment to recognize our student-athletes who have committed to continuing their academic and athletic journeys at the collegiate level. 🏆📚⚽🏈🎾🏀 We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication — and we can’t wait to cheer them on as they take this next big step. 💙🤍 Congratulations, athletes! Your future is bright. 🌟 #BooneProud #SigningDay2025 #NextChapter #CollegeBoundAthletes

🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎓 Your journey has been one of perseverance, growth, and unforgettable moments—and now, it's time to celebrate all you’ve achieved! 🎉 Join us for Commencement on 📅 Friday, June 6 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 Daniel Boone Area High School 💻 Livestream available here: https://youtube.com/live/_s3yxB0YTDo?feature=share Here’s a look at the Class of 2025: ✨ Class Motto: "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." - Ferris Bueller 🎨 Class Colors: Pink and White 🌸 Class Flower: Peony 🎶 Class Song: "I Lived", One Republic 👑 Class Officers: President – Cayleigh Readinger Vice President – Logan Illigasch Secretary – Abigail Beltz Treasurer – Austen Kennedy 🏅 Class Honors: Valedictorian - Claire Yocom Salutatorian - McCarney Woulard Third Honors - Christopher Nana We are so #BooneProud of each and every one of you. Wherever life takes you next, you’ll always be a Blazer. 💙

🎥✨ Take a trip down memory lane with the Daniel Boone Class of 2025! Our talented Blazer Media group created a special “Through the Years” video that captures the unforgettable moments, milestones, and memories that have shaped this amazing class. From elementary school smiles to senior year celebrations—this is one you don’t want to miss! 💙🎓 Check it out and celebrate how far they’ve come: https://youtu.be/dyQDJ3No2Pk #Classof2025 #BooneProud #BlazerMedia

🔦 Blazer Legacy Spotlight 🔦 As we wrap up the school year, we’re proud to celebrate three incredible members of our extended DBASD family who are retiring after years of dedicated service to our schools and students. 💙 Gary Ingham has been a fixture at the Middle School since the building opened in 2005, proudly supporting our school through his work with SSC Services for Education. His steady presence and behind-the-scenes work have helped keep our building running smoothly for nearly two decades. 💙 Jeanne Koch, a valued member of The Nutrition Group, has been keeping students fueled and cared for at the Middle School for the past 25 years. Her kindness, consistency, and warm smile have made the cafeteria a welcoming place for generations of Blazers. 💙 Nancy Kramer began her time at Boone in 2020 and continued with Krise Transportation when they became our provider in 2022. Nancy’s commitment to getting students to and from school safely has been deeply appreciated. They’ve truly been part of our Blazer family, and their presence will be missed. Congratulations, Gary, Jeanne, and Nancy! We wish you all the best in your well-earned retirement! 🎉

🎉 Happy Last Day of School, Blazers! 🎉 We've reached the finish line of another incredible year at Daniel Boone! From learning and growing to laughing and creating memories, this year has been filled with achievements big and small. To our students — we are so proud of your hard work and dedication. To our staff — thank you for your passion and commitment. And to our families — we appreciate your support! Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break! ☀️ See you in August! #LastDayOfSchool #BooneProud #SummerStartsNow

🌟 Blazer Legacy Spotlight: Shelly Mieczkowski 🌟 After an incredible 41 years in the Daniel Boone Area School District—21 years as a Special Education teacher and 20 years as Director of Special Education—Shelly Mieczkowski retires having transformed lives and systems alike. Memorable Moments? Blazer Olympics and being featured on a 20/20 episode that highlighted one of her students with Asperger Syndrome when she was an Autistic Support teacher—just two shining examples of a career full of purpose. Over the years, Shelly championed inclusive education, working tirelessly to create structures that recognize individual strengths, promote independence, and foster belonging. 🛠️ Highlight Reel: Overhauled the district’s IEP development and implementation process Launched districtwide training to shift the culture from compliance to inclusion Built partnerships with families, agencies, and community organizations Led with advocacy, courage, and compassion in tough conversations Celebrated every milestone as students overcame obstacles and achieved success Left behind a stronger special education system, empowered faculty, and students who know they belong Shelly shares: “My years in Daniel Boone have taught me the value of building meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues. I’ve always worked to create systems that make a real difference.” ❤️ What’s next? Continue advocating for students with special education needs—on a broader stage! Thank you, Shelly, for building a legacy rooted in inclusion, equity, and heart. #BlazerLegacySpotlight #BooneProud #ThankYouShelly

🎉 On Monday night, our 2024–2025 retirees were honored at the Daniel Boone Area School Board of Directors meeting. We celebrated the incredible contributions of these dedicated individuals who have made a lasting impact on our students, schools, and community. Thank you for your years of service, commitment, and care. You will always be part of the Blazer family! 💙🤍 #BooneProud #ThankYouRetirees #BlazerLegacy

On Tuesday, June 3rd, members and families of the Class of 2025 gathered at the high school for a heartfelt Baccalaureate service. The evening was led by our Fellowship of Christian Students group under the guidance of club advisor Mr. Bret Stamy, in partnership with local members of the Southeastern Berks Ministerium: Rev. Andrew VanBuren and Rev. Midge Pendergast of St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church - Douglassville, Rev. Greg Frey and Deacon Joy Gerhart of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church - Douglassville, and Rev. Jim Farnsworth of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church - Birdsboro. Thank you to all who shared words of faith and encouragement, and to our choir director Mrs. Erin Benn’s Varsity Voices for their beautiful performance. A meaningful moment of reflection and celebration as our seniors prepare to graduate. 💙🤍 #BooneProud #ClassOf2025

#TBT to the Class of 1983 🎓 Straight from the yearbook: “FRIENDS—we have made it! Our metamorphosis is complete…” The Class of 1983 captured the very heart of what high school is all about: friendship. From weekend hangouts to quiet talks, from laughter to tears, their reflections remind us that long after the tests and textbooks fade, it’s the friendships that last forever. As we count down to graduation day for the Class of 2025, may they carry the same love, laughter, and lifelong connections into their next chapter. 💫 #BooneProud #Classof1983 #TimelessFriendship #CountdownTo2025

🍎 Blazer Legacy Spotlight: Bonnie Herb 🍎 After 31 years of dedicated teaching—18 in 3rd grade and 13 in 5th—Bonnie Herb leaves behind a legacy filled with laughter, kindness, and unforgettable moments. From softball games to space shuttles, Bonnie brought energy and heart into everything she did. “One of my favorite memories will always be the annual staff vs. students softball game. I can still picture Les Mountz winding up for a home run!” She also fondly remembers the inspiring leadership of Ann Marie Traynor and the camaraderie of her teammates throughout the years. 🌟 Highlight Reel: Field Days filled with smiles and sunshine That time a pony visited the classroom! 🐴 Getting "pie-d" in the face for reading challenges AIC staff fun and unforgettable days at BEC Space shuttle simulations, classroom adventures, and countless shared laughs Bonnie reflects on her time in the classroom with deep gratitude: “Teaching allowed me to appreciate all of the different children I’ve known. I hope I’ve been kind and caring to my students and a wonderful teammate to my peers.” 👵💕 Retirement plans? Lots of quality time with her grandchildren and making new memories beyond the classroom. Bonnie, thank you for the joy, compassion, and fun you’ve brought to our schools. Your legacy is written on the hearts of those you’ve taught and worked beside. 💙📘 #BlazerLegacySpotlight #BooneProud #ThankYouBonnie

🎉 Congratulations to our 2024-25 Sport-Specific Sportsmanship Award Winners! 🏅 These student-athletes were recognized for their outstanding character, leadership, and positive attitude throughout their seasons. We are #BooneProud of the way they represented our school and teams with integrity and respect. Pictured: Zach Hasara | Baseball Johnny Hartline | Boys Bowling, Boys Tennis Emma Elgonitis | Girls Bowling Emrie Watts | Girls Cross Country Dan Shank | Boys Cross Country Mallory Oister | Winter Cheer Chase Cleaver | Golf Corwin Pumphrey | Boys Soccer Kaylee Henderson | Softball James Tokach | Boys Swimming Olivia Tokach | Girls Swimming Anne McClelland | Girls Tennis Jorge Pingarron | Unified Track Blake Heck | Boys Volleyball Brad Floria | Wrestling Not Pictured: Amelia Myers | Girls Volleyball Cameron Wadsworth | Girls Soccer Christopher Nana | Boys Basketball Grace Oxenford | Fall Cheer Gabe Yergey & Natalie Shellenberger | Bocce Ben Markle | Boys Lacrosse Ethan Valentine, Abby Beltz & Natalie Shellenberger | Unified Track Tristan Pickering | Boys Track Lillian Stagg | Girls Track Kamryn Burmester | Field Hockey Morgan Brennan | Girls Lacrosse 👏 Thank you all for showing us what true sportsmanship looks like!