Languages came to life this week! 🌍✨
On Tuesday and Wednesday, our high school German and Spanish students visited the middle school to share their love of languages with 8th graders.
Through games and quick lessons, students tried out new words, spoke a little German and Spanish, and asked great questions about language classes and clubs at the high school.
It was a fun, hands-on experience that gave our middle schoolers a glimpse of what’s waiting for them in high school — and gave our high school students the opportunity to shine as leaders.
#BooneProud
On Tuesday and Wednesday, our high school German and Spanish students visited the middle school to share their love of languages with 8th graders.
Through games and quick lessons, students tried out new words, spoke a little German and Spanish, and asked great questions about language classes and clubs at the high school.
It was a fun, hands-on experience that gave our middle schoolers a glimpse of what’s waiting for them in high school — and gave our high school students the opportunity to shine as leaders.
#BooneProud
📸 Throwback Thursday: Birdsboro’s Second High School — The Roosevelt Building 🏫
Did you know that Birdsboro’s second high school had its own school song (pictured below)? 🎶
Built in 1927, the Roosevelt Building served as Birdsboro’s high school until 1955, when Amity, Union, and Birdsboro joined together. After that, it became the Daniel Boone Junior High School. The building was located just behind the original high school—the Washington Building—between Adams and Jefferson Streets on West 3rd Street.
Drop a comment if you remember this school song! 👇🎵
✨ Behind the Scenes: Our monthly Throwback Thursday posts are being created by our Communications Intern, senior Dan Shank. Dan enjoys research and interviews and is excited to hone his skills while working alongside our DB Communications Team.
Photos and information courtesy of berksnostalgia.com
#ThrowbackThursday #BooneProud
On Tuesday, we were thrilled to welcome back eight Boone alumni to help lead the development of our Student Ambassadors 💙
Together, they had meaningful conversations about what it truly means to be an Ambassador—responsibility, vulnerability, and showing up authentically for others. They talked about how we’re all unique, but at the end of the day, we’re all human—and we all struggle from time to time.
The day was filled with connection, deep conversations, and plenty of fun, including:
✨ We’re Not Really Strangers - a conversation card game
🏎️ A creative twist on Pipeline using Hot Wheels tracks and cars
🎈 Balloon Confessions - an activity that reminded us just how similar our struggles really are
A huge thank you to the alumni who helped lead Unity Day and shared their time, experiences, and hearts with our students:
Ethan Scott, Erin Okuniewski, Marlee Fetrow, Hannah Huddleson, Wil Gaskins, Luke Armstrong, and Meghan Duffy.
Once a Blazer, always a Blazer. #BooneProud 💙🔥
Together, they had meaningful conversations about what it truly means to be an Ambassador—responsibility, vulnerability, and showing up authentically for others. They talked about how we’re all unique, but at the end of the day, we’re all human—and we all struggle from time to time.
The day was filled with connection, deep conversations, and plenty of fun, including:
✨ We’re Not Really Strangers - a conversation card game
🏎️ A creative twist on Pipeline using Hot Wheels tracks and cars
🎈 Balloon Confessions - an activity that reminded us just how similar our struggles really are
A huge thank you to the alumni who helped lead Unity Day and shared their time, experiences, and hearts with our students:
Ethan Scott, Erin Okuniewski, Marlee Fetrow, Hannah Huddleson, Wil Gaskins, Luke Armstrong, and Meghan Duffy.
Once a Blazer, always a Blazer. #BooneProud 💙🔥
❄️ January Important Dates for Families ❄️
Now that we've returned from break, it’s time to get back into the swing of things. To help you plan ahead, here are a few important January dates to remember:
📌 Friday, January 16
No school for students – Professional Development Day for staff.
📌 Monday, January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day – All schools and district offices will be closed in observance.
Be sure to mark your calendars and thank you for staying connected!
Now that we've returned from break, it’s time to get back into the swing of things. To help you plan ahead, here are a few important January dates to remember:
📌 Friday, January 16
No school for students – Professional Development Day for staff.
📌 Monday, January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day – All schools and district offices will be closed in observance.
Be sure to mark your calendars and thank you for staying connected!
🎵 Wrapping Up Our DBASD Winter Concert Series 🎵
What an amazing season of music! ❄️💙
As we wrap up our Winter Concert Series, we want to give a big round of applause to all our student performers, directors, and staff who made each concert unforgettable. 🎶👏
Thank you to our families and community for showing up to support the arts — your encouragement means so much! Here’s to more beautiful music in 2026! 🎼 #BooneProud #WinterConcertSeries
What an amazing season of music! ❄️💙
As we wrap up our Winter Concert Series, we want to give a big round of applause to all our student performers, directors, and staff who made each concert unforgettable. 🎶👏
Thank you to our families and community for showing up to support the arts — your encouragement means so much! Here’s to more beautiful music in 2026! 🎼 #BooneProud #WinterConcertSeries
Caron’s Educational Alliance is offering free virtual parent programs through their PREP presentation (Prevention Resources and Education for Parents) — and new this year, they’re offering separate sessions for elementary and secondary families.
Elementary topics (K–4):
✨ What prevention looks like for young children
✨ Building resilience
✨ Warning signs & early interventions
✨ Strength-based strategies from The Character Effect program
Secondary topics (5–12):
🔍 What to look for regarding teen substance use
🛑 Ways to prevent use
📝 When to seek outside help
📲 Resources to connect teens with support
Upcoming Dates:
📘 Elementary Sessions
• 2/26/26 — 6:30–7:30 PM
• 5/7/26 — 4:30–5:30 PM
📙 Secondary Sessions
• 1/19/26 — 4:30–5:30 PM
• 3/17/26 — 12–1 PM
• 4/20/26 — 6:30–7:30 PM
Use the QR code or this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfsDswrGwKjfnn_pUVT6hlwUi34tn2vkkfAIS3L02ver1HkA/viewform
🌍🇺🇸 We’re proud to celebrate Daniel Boone freshman, Jackson Sizer!
Jackson has been selected to represent the United States at the United World Games, an international athletic competition taking place June 18–21, 2026, in Klagenfurt, Austria.
Chosen from a national pool of student-athletes, Jackson was selected based on athletic ability, leadership, academics, and character—a true testament to the hard work and dedication he brings both on and off the ice. A talented ice hockey goaltender, Jackson competes at a high level across multiple travel, scholastic, and showcase programs.
The United World Games bring together elite student-athletes from around the world for international competition, cultural exchange, and leadership development—making this an incredible and well-earned opportunity.
WFMZ News recently did a story on Jackson check it out here 👉🏻 https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/proving-them-wrong-berks-co-student-defies-odds-to-represent-u-s-in-united-world/article_04af8ba9-7fef-470f-821b-a0508e9dc13d.html
Join us in congratulating Jackson as he represents our school, our community, and our country on the world stage!
#BooneProud 🇺🇸🏒
Jackson has been selected to represent the United States at the United World Games, an international athletic competition taking place June 18–21, 2026, in Klagenfurt, Austria.
Chosen from a national pool of student-athletes, Jackson was selected based on athletic ability, leadership, academics, and character—a true testament to the hard work and dedication he brings both on and off the ice. A talented ice hockey goaltender, Jackson competes at a high level across multiple travel, scholastic, and showcase programs.
The United World Games bring together elite student-athletes from around the world for international competition, cultural exchange, and leadership development—making this an incredible and well-earned opportunity.
WFMZ News recently did a story on Jackson check it out here 👉🏻 https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/berks/proving-them-wrong-berks-co-student-defies-odds-to-represent-u-s-in-united-world/article_04af8ba9-7fef-470f-821b-a0508e9dc13d.html
Join us in congratulating Jackson as he represents our school, our community, and our country on the world stage!
#BooneProud 🇺🇸🏒
😴❄️ Back to School After Winter Break ❄️😴
That feeling when the alarm goes off and winter break is officially over… 😅
Welcome back, Boone students and staff! We hope everyone enjoyed a restful and fun winter break. Time to grab the coffee, shake off the sleepies, and jump back into learning—one yawn at a time! ☕📚
We got this! 💙
#BooneProud
That feeling when the alarm goes off and winter break is officially over… 😅
Welcome back, Boone students and staff! We hope everyone enjoyed a restful and fun winter break. Time to grab the coffee, shake off the sleepies, and jump back into learning—one yawn at a time! ☕📚
We got this! 💙
#BooneProud
💙⭐ School Board Appreciation Month ⭐💙
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we want to thank our dedicated Daniel Boone Area School District Board of Directors for their leadership, time, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
Serving on a school board takes countless hours of service, thoughtful decision-making, and a true dedication to public education. We are grateful for their continued support of student success and for helping guide our district forward.
Thank you for all you do to support Boone!
#BooneProud
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we want to thank our dedicated Daniel Boone Area School District Board of Directors for their leadership, time, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
Serving on a school board takes countless hours of service, thoughtful decision-making, and a true dedication to public education. We are grateful for their continued support of student success and for helping guide our district forward.
Thank you for all you do to support Boone!
#BooneProud
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Installing fresh starts, new memories, and another great year at Boone.
Happy New Year to our DB families! 🎉💙 #BooneProud
Installing fresh starts, new memories, and another great year at Boone.
Happy New Year to our DB families! 🎉💙 #BooneProud
🎓✨ December Internships Spotlight ✨🎓
We’re excited to highlight our December student internships—including two right here at Daniel Boone Area School District! 🙌 We’re also proud to partner with Tower Health, where students are gaining valuable hands-on experience in a real-world healthcare setting.
Providing students with meaningful, career-connected learning opportunities is so important, and we’re thrilled to have our students working alongside professionals to learn more about what we do every day. Thank you to our staff mentors and community partners for supporting these experiences—and to our students for their enthusiasm and dedication!
🔗 Learn more about Tower Health: https://towerhealth.org
#BooneProud
We’re excited to highlight our December student internships—including two right here at Daniel Boone Area School District! 🙌 We’re also proud to partner with Tower Health, where students are gaining valuable hands-on experience in a real-world healthcare setting.
Providing students with meaningful, career-connected learning opportunities is so important, and we’re thrilled to have our students working alongside professionals to learn more about what we do every day. Thank you to our staff mentors and community partners for supporting these experiences—and to our students for their enthusiasm and dedication!
🔗 Learn more about Tower Health: https://towerhealth.org
#BooneProud
🛠️✨ Hands-On Learning in Action! ✨🛠️
Our Tech Ed students have been hard at work in the woodshop and recently completed several impressive projects, including cutting boards, trays, and a coat rack for the Primary Center!
These projects showcase not only students’ craftsmanship and creativity, but also the real-world skills they’re building through hands-on learning. We’re proud to see their work making a meaningful impact right here in our Boone community.
#BooneProud
Our Tech Ed students have been hard at work in the woodshop and recently completed several impressive projects, including cutting boards, trays, and a coat rack for the Primary Center!
These projects showcase not only students’ craftsmanship and creativity, but also the real-world skills they’re building through hands-on learning. We’re proud to see their work making a meaningful impact right here in our Boone community.
#BooneProud
🎄 Merry Christmas, DBASD Families! 🎄
Wishing our Daniel Boone Area School District families a joyful Christmas filled with peace, warmth, and time with those you love. Thank you for being such a supportive and caring community—we are truly #BooneProud.
Wishing our Daniel Boone Area School District families a joyful Christmas filled with peace, warmth, and time with those you love. Thank you for being such a supportive and caring community—we are truly #BooneProud.
❄️ Wishing You a Joyful Winter Break! 💙
As we head into winter break, we want to take a moment to wish all of our Blazer families a season filled with joy, rest, and moments that warm the heart.
This year’s district holiday card — distributed to all DBASD staff — was designed by Ninaluz Munteanu, Class of 2029. Her playful snowman, festive trees, and hand-drawn swirls beautifully capture the creativity, spirit, and heart of the season.
As we wrap up 2025, we are grateful for the dedication, care, and community spirit that make Daniel Boone such a special place. Your support makes a lasting impact on our students, our schools, and one another.
From all of us at the Daniel Boone Area School District — Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year! We can’t wait to see what 2026 brings.
As we head into winter break, we want to take a moment to wish all of our Blazer families a season filled with joy, rest, and moments that warm the heart.
This year’s district holiday card — distributed to all DBASD staff — was designed by Ninaluz Munteanu, Class of 2029. Her playful snowman, festive trees, and hand-drawn swirls beautifully capture the creativity, spirit, and heart of the season.
As we wrap up 2025, we are grateful for the dedication, care, and community spirit that make Daniel Boone such a special place. Your support makes a lasting impact on our students, our schools, and one another.
From all of us at the Daniel Boone Area School District — Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year! We can’t wait to see what 2026 brings.
Don't Forget!
📅 Tuesday, December 23: Early Dismissal
High School & Middle School: 10:39 AM
Intermediate & Primary Centers: 11:25 AM (Parent pick ups dismiss at 11:15 AM)
📅 Wednesday, December 24 – Thursday, January 2: District Closed for the holiday break.
Have a great winter break! See you on January 5th
Our Buddy Breakfast on Saturday was so much fun! 🥞🎄
Hosted by our amazing Blazer Buddies, families enjoyed yummy pancakes and sausage, decorated cookies with the German Club, wrote letters to Santa with SADD/DBTI, created crafts with the Interact and Ecology Clubs, made slime with our Unified Ambassadors, and even snapped photos with Santa thanks to our Blazer Media team! 📸🎅
What a fantastic morning of smiles, teamwork, and holiday cheer. Best of all, all proceeds were donated to our Giving Market, which provides free food, clothing, and personal care items for our Boone families and community.
‼️ Our next Giving Market is TONIGHT, 12/22, at the high school from 4 PM - 6 PM. Enter through Door #10. We hope to see you there!
#BooneProud
Hosted by our amazing Blazer Buddies, families enjoyed yummy pancakes and sausage, decorated cookies with the German Club, wrote letters to Santa with SADD/DBTI, created crafts with the Interact and Ecology Clubs, made slime with our Unified Ambassadors, and even snapped photos with Santa thanks to our Blazer Media team! 📸🎅
What a fantastic morning of smiles, teamwork, and holiday cheer. Best of all, all proceeds were donated to our Giving Market, which provides free food, clothing, and personal care items for our Boone families and community.
‼️ Our next Giving Market is TONIGHT, 12/22, at the high school from 4 PM - 6 PM. Enter through Door #10. We hope to see you there!
#BooneProud
🎳 Girls Bowling Shines at the Snow Roller Tournament! 🎳
Congratulations to our Girls Bowling team on an outstanding performance at the Snow Roller Tournament held Saturday at Leisure Lanes in Lancaster! Competing against 14 teams, the girls finished second overall and took down the #1 seed, Truman, to earn a spot in the finals.
What a fantastic accomplishment—way to represent Boone! 💙🤍
#BooneProud
Congratulations to our Girls Bowling team on an outstanding performance at the Snow Roller Tournament held Saturday at Leisure Lanes in Lancaster! Competing against 14 teams, the girls finished second overall and took down the #1 seed, Truman, to earn a spot in the finals.
What a fantastic accomplishment—way to represent Boone! 💙🤍
#BooneProud
🎉 Celebrating Our Berks’ Best Nominees! 💙
We are proud to announce the Daniel Boone Area High School nominees for the Reading Eagle’s Berks’ Best Scholarship Competition — a prestigious annual program that honors exceptional high school seniors across Berks County in a variety of academic and artistic categories.
Each year, schools throughout the county nominate students who demonstrate extraordinary talent, leadership, and dedication. While final selections won’t be announced until later in the school year, being chosen as a school nominee is a tremendous achievement in itself.
📚 Please join us in celebrating the following students, who were selected to represent Daniel Boone in their respective categories:
Business
Maya Davis
Andrew Groller
Career & Technical Education
Michael Godinez
Owen Heimbach
Communications
Anthony Chiapperino
Daniel Shank
Computer Science
Logan Herzog
Kyle Hopely
Mathematics
Chris Landis Jr
Daniel Spotts
Performing Arts
Katie Wroten
Bessma Alrawi
Science/Environment
Steven Ha
Vincent Nguyen
Social Studies
Chloe Weber
Will Falstitch
Taylor Seitzinger Award for Community Service
Olivia Remolde
Victoria Ortiz
Visual Arts
Morgan Stevens
Chloe Weber
World Languages
Miller Kase
Emma Grace Balkaran
👏 These students exemplify the very best of what it means to be a Blazer — passionate, hardworking, and committed to excellence. Be sure to congratulate them on this well-earned recognition!
We are proud to announce the Daniel Boone Area High School nominees for the Reading Eagle’s Berks’ Best Scholarship Competition — a prestigious annual program that honors exceptional high school seniors across Berks County in a variety of academic and artistic categories.
Each year, schools throughout the county nominate students who demonstrate extraordinary talent, leadership, and dedication. While final selections won’t be announced until later in the school year, being chosen as a school nominee is a tremendous achievement in itself.
📚 Please join us in celebrating the following students, who were selected to represent Daniel Boone in their respective categories:
Business
Maya Davis
Andrew Groller
Career & Technical Education
Michael Godinez
Owen Heimbach
Communications
Anthony Chiapperino
Daniel Shank
Computer Science
Logan Herzog
Kyle Hopely
Mathematics
Chris Landis Jr
Daniel Spotts
Performing Arts
Katie Wroten
Bessma Alrawi
Science/Environment
Steven Ha
Vincent Nguyen
Social Studies
Chloe Weber
Will Falstitch
Taylor Seitzinger Award for Community Service
Olivia Remolde
Victoria Ortiz
Visual Arts
Morgan Stevens
Chloe Weber
World Languages
Miller Kase
Emma Grace Balkaran
👏 These students exemplify the very best of what it means to be a Blazer — passionate, hardworking, and committed to excellence. Be sure to congratulate them on this well-earned recognition!
💼 Real-World Lessons in Entrepreneurship 💡
A big thank you to Kristen Gates from Tompkins Community Bank for visiting our Entrepreneurship class at DBAHS this week! Kristen shared valuable insights into industry standards and best practices — helping students think critically about how to grow and sustain their own businesses.
In this class, students explore what it really takes to be your own boss — from starting a business and marketing products to managing employees and securing financial backing. With a mix of classroom instruction and real-world business experience, they’re learning what it takes to beat the odds and build something that lasts.
Opportunities like this help bridge the gap between classroom learning and career readiness. Thank you, Kristen, for inspiring our future entrepreneurs!
A big thank you to Kristen Gates from Tompkins Community Bank for visiting our Entrepreneurship class at DBAHS this week! Kristen shared valuable insights into industry standards and best practices — helping students think critically about how to grow and sustain their own businesses.
In this class, students explore what it really takes to be your own boss — from starting a business and marketing products to managing employees and securing financial backing. With a mix of classroom instruction and real-world business experience, they’re learning what it takes to beat the odds and build something that lasts.
Opportunities like this help bridge the gap between classroom learning and career readiness. Thank you, Kristen, for inspiring our future entrepreneurs!
💙 Blazers Give Back! 💙
Today, members of the DBAHS Student Government made the rounds to each building across the district to collect donations for our Giving Market — and the response from our Blazer community was incredible!
The Giving Market is a district-wide initiative that offers free non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, and other essential items to Boone families and community members — no registration, no cost, just support for those who need it.
Thanks to your donations, the shelves are stocked and ready to make a difference. We’re proud of our students for leading this effort and grateful to our entire community for stepping up!
📅 The schedule for the 2026 Giving Market will be announced soon.
💬 Interested in supporting the market? Reach out to Ashley Griffith, District Wellness Coordinator, or Lisa Kieke, Community Relations Specialist.
Together, we are building a culture of kindness, compassion, and community — one Blazer Moment at a time.
#BooneProud
Today, members of the DBAHS Student Government made the rounds to each building across the district to collect donations for our Giving Market — and the response from our Blazer community was incredible!
The Giving Market is a district-wide initiative that offers free non-perishable food, personal hygiene products, and other essential items to Boone families and community members — no registration, no cost, just support for those who need it.
Thanks to your donations, the shelves are stocked and ready to make a difference. We’re proud of our students for leading this effort and grateful to our entire community for stepping up!
📅 The schedule for the 2026 Giving Market will be announced soon.
💬 Interested in supporting the market? Reach out to Ashley Griffith, District Wellness Coordinator, or Lisa Kieke, Community Relations Specialist.
Together, we are building a culture of kindness, compassion, and community — one Blazer Moment at a time.
#BooneProud
