Our high school Aevidum group hosted a Giving Tree event in December, and it was a wonderful success! Students and staff picked names from the tree and purchased items to donate to The Childrenβs Hospital, helping spread joy and kindness during the holiday season.
Pictured are student helpers Bria Getty and Annalise Yosko, along with Steve, owner of Collegeville Italian Bakery, and Marco Desiderio, high school science teacher and Aevidum advisor. Steve and Mr. Desiderio have proudly collaborated each Christmas to collect gifts and give back to our community.
Weβre so proud of everyone who helped make this meaningful tradition possible! π
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The second and final Unity Day at the high school took place on Thursday, January 8, bringing together students for a powerful, all-day experience focused on the theme: belonging.
This meaningful day was led by eight returning alumni who gave back by guiding conversations and activities:
β’ Erin Okuniewski
β’ Marlee Fetrow
β’ Hannah Huddleston
β’ Wil Gaskins
β’ Luke Armstrong
β’ Meghan Duffy
β’ Ethan Scott
β’ Lily Ferguson
Throughout the day, 9thβ12th grade students, nominated by staff and faculty, engaged in thoughtful discussions and hands-on activities designed to build connection and understanding. Some favorite activities included:
π§Ά Common Thread β discovering shared experiences through a simple ball of yarn
π₯ Potato Head β celebrating individuality while creating something that represented the group
πͺ¨ Belonging Rocks β painting rocks to express identity and the idea that belonging rocks!
Thank you to our alumni leaders and students for making this final Unity Day such a memorable and impactful experience.
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Weβre excited to welcome Dan Shank to our communications team! Dan will be helping bring you fun and engaging content in the coming weeks, including Throwback Thursday posts, Alumni Spotlights, and more.
Dan is a senior and plans to attend Penn State Main Campus after graduation, where he will study Communications. His very first postβfeaturing the Roosevelt High School alma materβmade its debut last week. Weβre thrilled to have him on board and canβt wait to share his work with our community!
Welcome to the team, Dan! π
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This past Saturday, our wrestling teams competed at the BCIAA Individual Championship held at Reading High School. Congratulations to our outstanding medalists for their hard work and determination on the mat!
π₯ Brody Inman β Junior, 2nd place at 215
π₯ Laylah Wicker β Junior, 2nd place at 130
π Mason Murphy β Freshman, 6th place at 189
Great performances by all our wrestlersβweβre proud of you! π #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 whatβs waiting for them in high school β and gave our high school students the opportunity to shine as leaders.
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πΈ Throwback Thursday: Birdsboroβs Second High School β The Roosevelt Building π«
Did you know that Birdsboroβs second high school had its own school song (pictured below)? πΆ
Built in 1927, the Roosevelt Building served as Birdsboroβs 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 schoolβthe Washington Buildingβbetween Adams and Jefferson Streets on West 3rd Street.
Drop a comment if you remember this school song! ππ΅
β¨ 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
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Together, they had meaningful conversations about what it truly means to be an Ambassadorβresponsibility, vulnerability, and showing up authentically for others. They talked about how weβre all unique, but at the end of the day, weβre all humanβand we all struggle from time to time.
The day was filled with connection, deep conversations, and plenty of fun, including:
β¨ Weβre Not Really Strangers - a conversation card game
ποΈ A creative twist on Pipeline using Hot Wheels tracks and cars
π 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 ππ₯






Now that we've returned from break, itβs time to get back into the swing of things. To help you plan ahead, here are a few important January dates to remember:
π Friday, January 16
No school for students β Professional Development Day for staff.
π Monday, January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day β All schools and district offices will be closed in observance.
Be sure to mark your calendars and thank you for staying connected!

What an amazing season of music! βοΈπ
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. πΆπ
Thank you to our families and community for showing up to support the arts β your encouragement means so much! Hereβs to more beautiful music in 2026! πΌ #BooneProud #WinterConcertSeries

Caronβs Educational Alliance is offering free virtual parent programs through their PREP presentation (Prevention Resources and Education for Parents) β and new this year, theyβre offering separate sessions for elementary and secondary families.
Elementary topics (Kβ4):
β¨ What prevention looks like for young children
β¨ Building resilience
β¨ Warning signs & early interventions
β¨ Strength-based strategies from The Character Effect program
Secondary topics (5β12):
π What to look for regarding teen substance use
π Ways to prevent use
π When to seek outside help
π² Resources to connect teens with support
Upcoming Dates:
π Elementary Sessions
β’ 2/26/26 β 6:30β7:30 PM
β’ 5/7/26 β 4:30β5:30 PM
π Secondary Sessions
β’ 1/19/26 β 4:30β5:30 PM
β’ 3/17/26 β 12β1 PM
β’ 4/20/26 β 6:30β7:30 PM
Use the QR code or this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfsDswrGwKjfnn_pUVT6hlwUi34tn2vkkfAIS3L02ver1HkA/viewform

Jackson has been selected to represent the United States at the United World Games, an international athletic competition taking place June 18β21, 2026, in Klagenfurt, Austria.
Chosen from a national pool of student-athletes, Jackson was selected based on athletic ability, leadership, academics, and characterβa 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 developmentβmaking this an incredible and well-earned opportunity.
WFMZ News recently did a story on Jackson check it out here ππ» 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 πΊπΈπ

That feeling when the alarm goes off and winter break is officially overβ¦ π
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 learningβone yawn at a time! βπ
We got this! π
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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!
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Installing fresh starts, new memories, and another great year at Boone.
Happy New Year to our DB families! ππ #BooneProud

Weβre excited to highlight our December student internshipsβincluding two right here at Daniel Boone Area School District! π Weβre 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 weβre 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 experiencesβand to our students for their enthusiasm and dedication!
π Learn more about Tower Health: https://towerhealth.org
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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 studentsβ craftsmanship and creativity, but also the real-world skills theyβre building through hands-on learning. Weβre proud to see their work making a meaningful impact right here in our Boone community.
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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 communityβwe are truly #BooneProud.

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 yearβs district holiday card β distributed to all DBASD staff β 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 β Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year! We canβt wait to see what 2026 brings.

Don't Forget!
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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)
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Wednesday, December 24 β Thursday, January 2: District Closed for the holiday break.
Have a great winter break! See you on January 5th

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! πΈπ
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.
βΌοΈ 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!
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