📢 Reminder for Next Week!
There will be no school on Monday, March 9th - our teachers have a Professional Learning Day. 🧑🏻🏫
Enjoy the long weekend...we’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday!
There will be no school on Monday, March 9th - our teachers have a Professional Learning Day. 🧑🏻🏫
Enjoy the long weekend...we’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday!
Our Alumni Spotlight series - created by communications intern Daniel Shank - continues with a story of hard work, purpose, and a commitment to serving others.
After graduating from Daniel Boone Area High School in 1979, Richie Bowden threw himself right into work.
Beginning in Mr. Bowden's early childhood, he would help out in his father’s auto mechanic garage. It was in these moments that Mr. Bowden’s father instilled in him the work ethic that he possesses today.
That way of life stuck with Mr. Bowden. At times, he worked two full-time jobs and another on the weekends, working up to 20 hours a day. Mr. Bowden described it as an “addiction” to making money; working was his fulfillment.
But then, one day, that changed. “God was calling me that I had to go into the community.” At first he was reluctant, but soon he realized: “How much is enough?”
Now, Mr. Bowden is profoundly involved in various community services. Using expertise crafted through decades of work, he helps fix and renovate houses with Mission Trip Birdsboro and Restoring Hope of Berks County. Mission Trip Birdsboro has grown to encompass seven different partnership organizations. Anyone can volunteer to help out, and there is even a prominent youth presence. 🔨
He also helps feed those in need with Hopewell Love Community Services and sings with Threefold Blessings, a traveling praise and worship team where he has used his gifts to honor God almost every Sunday.
Mr. Bowden said his heart was never in school, but it is evident that he possesses the exact skills that schools are designed to teach. Grades alone cannot change the world, but the impact Mr. Bowden has on the community certainly can.
Mr. Bowden also had a few words of advice for current high school students, “Stick with it.”
If you or someone you know would like to be featured in a future Alumni Spotlight, please contact us at alumni.relations@dboone.org
to share your story.
#AlumniSpotlight #BooneProud
After graduating from Daniel Boone Area High School in 1979, Richie Bowden threw himself right into work.
Beginning in Mr. Bowden's early childhood, he would help out in his father’s auto mechanic garage. It was in these moments that Mr. Bowden’s father instilled in him the work ethic that he possesses today.
That way of life stuck with Mr. Bowden. At times, he worked two full-time jobs and another on the weekends, working up to 20 hours a day. Mr. Bowden described it as an “addiction” to making money; working was his fulfillment.
But then, one day, that changed. “God was calling me that I had to go into the community.” At first he was reluctant, but soon he realized: “How much is enough?”
Now, Mr. Bowden is profoundly involved in various community services. Using expertise crafted through decades of work, he helps fix and renovate houses with Mission Trip Birdsboro and Restoring Hope of Berks County. Mission Trip Birdsboro has grown to encompass seven different partnership organizations. Anyone can volunteer to help out, and there is even a prominent youth presence. 🔨
He also helps feed those in need with Hopewell Love Community Services and sings with Threefold Blessings, a traveling praise and worship team where he has used his gifts to honor God almost every Sunday.
Mr. Bowden said his heart was never in school, but it is evident that he possesses the exact skills that schools are designed to teach. Grades alone cannot change the world, but the impact Mr. Bowden has on the community certainly can.
Mr. Bowden also had a few words of advice for current high school students, “Stick with it.”
If you or someone you know would like to be featured in a future Alumni Spotlight, please contact us at alumni.relations@dboone.org
to share your story.
#AlumniSpotlight #BooneProud
🕰️ Throwback Thursday: Future Business Leaders of America 🕰️
In 1969, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter was established at Daniel Boone. FBLA was intended to give interested business students the opportunity to expand their abilities and gain experience in the business field.
Today, the organization includes nearly 200,000 high schoolers nationwide. At Daniel Boone, Miss Madison served as the club’s first advisor 57 years ago, and today the chapter is led by Mr. Moulin. While much has changed over the years, the club’s commitment to leadership, learning, and community service has remained unchanged.
Thanks to student intern, Daniel Shank, for creating this month's Throwback Thursday post!
#ThrowbackThursday #BooneProud
In 1969, the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter was established at Daniel Boone. FBLA was intended to give interested business students the opportunity to expand their abilities and gain experience in the business field.
Today, the organization includes nearly 200,000 high schoolers nationwide. At Daniel Boone, Miss Madison served as the club’s first advisor 57 years ago, and today the chapter is led by Mr. Moulin. While much has changed over the years, the club’s commitment to leadership, learning, and community service has remained unchanged.
Thanks to student intern, Daniel Shank, for creating this month's Throwback Thursday post!
#ThrowbackThursday #BooneProud
🎶 Congratulations to Our Junior County Chorus Participants! 🎶
On February 3, several of our 9th grade students successfully auditioned for Berks Junior County Chorus and will represent Daniel Boone Area High School at the upcoming concert on April 11 at Muhlenberg High School. The ensemble will perform under the direction of a college conductor.
We are proud to recognize the following students:
• Ronin Shisler
• Aiden Oswald
• Rhys Kline
• Kihanna Saint Paul
Congratulations to these talented musicians on this outstanding achievement! #BooneProud
On February 3, several of our 9th grade students successfully auditioned for Berks Junior County Chorus and will represent Daniel Boone Area High School at the upcoming concert on April 11 at Muhlenberg High School. The ensemble will perform under the direction of a college conductor.
We are proud to recognize the following students:
• Ronin Shisler
• Aiden Oswald
• Rhys Kline
• Kihanna Saint Paul
Congratulations to these talented musicians on this outstanding achievement! #BooneProud
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
• 5/7/26 — 4:30–5:30 PM
📙 Secondary Sessions
• 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
Due to current weather conditions, the Daniel Boone Area School District is operating on a two-hour delay today, Tuesday, March 3. This delay will allow us time to continue to monitor the situation to determine if any shifts need to be made to a Virtual Learning Day. We will communicate any new information as soon as possible.
Please plan accordingly and travel safely. ❄️
Please plan accordingly and travel safely. ❄️
🏃♀️🔥 STATE STANDOUT! 🔥🏃♀️
Junior Julia Leady placed 5th in the 3,000M at the PTFCA State Indoor Championships held at Pennsylvania Track & Field Coaches Association State Indoor Championships at Penn State University!
Julia crushed a new personal record with an incredible time of 9:51.14 💨 — now ranking as the 6th fastest time in Pennsylvania this season and 35th in the nation! 🇺🇸
An outstanding accomplishment competing against the very best in the state. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication, Julia! 💙
#BooneProud
Junior Julia Leady placed 5th in the 3,000M at the PTFCA State Indoor Championships held at Pennsylvania Track & Field Coaches Association State Indoor Championships at Penn State University!
Julia crushed a new personal record with an incredible time of 9:51.14 💨 — now ranking as the 6th fastest time in Pennsylvania this season and 35th in the nation! 🇺🇸
An outstanding accomplishment competing against the very best in the state. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication, Julia! 💙
#BooneProud
💙 Happy School Social Worker Week! 💙
This week, we’re celebrating our incredible school social workers and the vital role they play in supporting our students, families, and staff every single day.
We’re especially lucky to have two amazing social workers here at Daniel Boone who lead with compassion, care, and dedication—helping students and families navigate challenges, build resilience, and feel supported.
Thank you for all you do to make Boone a stronger, kinder community. We appreciate you! 💙🤍
#BooneProud
This week, we’re celebrating our incredible school social workers and the vital role they play in supporting our students, families, and staff every single day.
We’re especially lucky to have two amazing social workers here at Daniel Boone who lead with compassion, care, and dedication—helping students and families navigate challenges, build resilience, and feel supported.
Thank you for all you do to make Boone a stronger, kinder community. We appreciate you! 💙🤍
#BooneProud
☘️March Important Dates for Families ☘️
As we move into March, here are a few important dates to remember and plan for:
📌 Monday, March 9
No school for students – Professional Development Day for staff.
📌 Monday, March 30 through Monday, April 6
Spring Break – All schools and district offices will be closed.
Be sure to mark your calendars as we head into the spring season! 🌸
As we move into March, here are a few important dates to remember and plan for:
📌 Monday, March 9
No school for students – Professional Development Day for staff.
📌 Monday, March 30 through Monday, April 6
Spring Break – All schools and district offices will be closed.
Be sure to mark your calendars as we head into the spring season! 🌸
🎉 Kindergarten Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉
Kindergarten registration for the 2026–2027 school year officially opens today, March 1!
If your child will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, it’s time to get started. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Blazers - the Class of 2039! 💙🤍
Visit our website to register and find all the details you’ll need by clicking on the Student Registration ribbon on the right side of the home page.
#BooneProud
Kindergarten registration for the 2026–2027 school year officially opens today, March 1!
If your child will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, it’s time to get started. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Blazers - the Class of 2039! 💙🤍
Visit our website to register and find all the details you’ll need by clicking on the Student Registration ribbon on the right side of the home page.
#BooneProud
👏 Celebrating Our February Interns! 👏
Our students who are gaining real-world experience through our Internship Program!
A huge THANK YOU to these businesses supporting our students this month:
🔹 Promiseland Murals – https://www.promiselandart.com/
🔹 Stowe Auto Tags– https://stoweautotags.wixsite.com/website
🔹Cindy's Tax Service – https://www.facebook.com/p/Cindys-Tax-Service-100054347959318/
Your mentorship and support are helping shape the future workforce and empowering our students to discover their passions. 💼✨
We are grateful for our community partners who make these experiences possible! #BooneProud
Our students who are gaining real-world experience through our Internship Program!
A huge THANK YOU to these businesses supporting our students this month:
🔹 Promiseland Murals – https://www.promiselandart.com/
🔹 Stowe Auto Tags– https://stoweautotags.wixsite.com/website
🔹Cindy's Tax Service – https://www.facebook.com/p/Cindys-Tax-Service-100054347959318/
Your mentorship and support are helping shape the future workforce and empowering our students to discover their passions. 💼✨
We are grateful for our community partners who make these experiences possible! #BooneProud
🏒🏆 History Made on the Ice! 🏆🏒
Five Daniel Boone ice hockey players, competing with the Northern Berks Scholastic Hockey Team, helped take down the previously undefeated Keystone Kraken to capture the Viola Cup Championship in the CPIHL!
This marks the first club championship and the first Berks County team to win the Viola Cup — an incredible accomplishment!
🔥 Varsity Skaters:
• Nick Fritz (12)
• Brandon Schutter (12)
• Jackson Cole (11)
• Ben McFetridge (10)
• Tristan Heaberlin (10)
In the championship game, Ben McFetridge led the way with a goal and an assist, while Nick Fritz, Jackson Cole, and Tristan Heaberlin each added an assist to secure the victory!
Congratulations skaters! We are #BooneProud of you! 💙
Five Daniel Boone ice hockey players, competing with the Northern Berks Scholastic Hockey Team, helped take down the previously undefeated Keystone Kraken to capture the Viola Cup Championship in the CPIHL!
This marks the first club championship and the first Berks County team to win the Viola Cup — an incredible accomplishment!
🔥 Varsity Skaters:
• Nick Fritz (12)
• Brandon Schutter (12)
• Jackson Cole (11)
• Ben McFetridge (10)
• Tristan Heaberlin (10)
In the championship game, Ben McFetridge led the way with a goal and an assist, while Nick Fritz, Jackson Cole, and Tristan Heaberlin each added an assist to secure the victory!
Congratulations skaters! We are #BooneProud of you! 💙
❄️🎭 Tonight’s the night! 🎭❄️
The curtain goes up TONIGHT for our middle school production of Disney’s Frozen Jr. ❄️! Our talented students are ready to bring the magic of Arendelle to life—full of music, heart, and unforgettable moments.
🎭 Showtimes:
• TONIGHT – 2/27 at 7:00 PM
• 2/28 at 7:00 PM
• 3/1 at 2:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets are still available for only $10 (can also be purchased at the door as long as they are not sold out online)
👉 https://dboonems.seatyourself.biz/
#OpeningNight #FrozenJR #BooneProud
⚾️ Big news for Blazer Baseball!
Baseball America has released its 2028 High School MLB Draft Rankings, and we’re excited to share that senior Greyson Bell is ranked #4 on their draft list! We're thrilled to see Greyson’s hard work earning national recognition at this level.
Baseball America describes Greyson as:
“Greyson Bell from Pennsylvania has separated himself as the top lefty for 2028 thanks to a great mix of stuff and pitchability beyond his years with a starter look.”
Read the full article here:
https://www.baseballamerica.com/rankings/2028-top-high-school-draft-prospects/
Congratulations to Greyson on this outstanding accomplishment — we can’t wait to see what’s ahead! #BooneProud ⚾️
Baseball America has released its 2028 High School MLB Draft Rankings, and we’re excited to share that senior Greyson Bell is ranked #4 on their draft list! We're thrilled to see Greyson’s hard work earning national recognition at this level.
Baseball America describes Greyson as:
“Greyson Bell from Pennsylvania has separated himself as the top lefty for 2028 thanks to a great mix of stuff and pitchability beyond his years with a starter look.”
Read the full article here:
https://www.baseballamerica.com/rankings/2028-top-high-school-draft-prospects/
Congratulations to Greyson on this outstanding accomplishment — we can’t wait to see what’s ahead! #BooneProud ⚾️
🎓✨ National Merit Finalist! ✨🎓
Congratulations to Christopher Landis on being named a Finalist in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program!
Out of more than 1.3 million entrants nationwide, Chris now ranks among an elite group of approximately 15,000 students — placing him in the top 1% of high school seniors in the United States. This incredible accomplishment is a testament to his dedication, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering hard work.
Please join us in celebrating Chris as he continues forward in the competition for National Merit Scholarships. We are so proud of this outstanding achievement!
#BooneProud
Congratulations to Christopher Landis on being named a Finalist in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program!
Out of more than 1.3 million entrants nationwide, Chris now ranks among an elite group of approximately 15,000 students — placing him in the top 1% of high school seniors in the United States. This incredible accomplishment is a testament to his dedication, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering hard work.
Please join us in celebrating Chris as he continues forward in the competition for National Merit Scholarships. We are so proud of this outstanding achievement!
#BooneProud
🎓 Scholarship Alert for Graduating Seniors! 🎓
Attention seniors and families! 💰 The Guidance Office has secured over 50 scholarships for our graduating seniors to apply for — and many of them are still open!
📌 All scholarships can be found in Naviance
⏰ Important: The deadline to apply varies, but deadline for most is 🗓️ March 1st - DON'T DELAY - APPLY TODAY!
If students need help with applications, deadlines, or Naviance, they should stop by and see their school counselor for support.
Don’t leave money on the table — take advantage of these scholarship opportunities before time runs out! 🎓✨
#BooneProud #ScholarshipSeason #Classof2026
❄️⏳ The countdown is on! ⏳❄️
We’re just one week away from opening night of Disney’s Frozen Jr. ❄️ at the middle school! These talented performers are ready to shine, and you won’t want to miss the magic, music, and fun.
🎭 Showtimes:
• 2/27 at 7:00 PM
• 2/28 at 7:00 PM
• 3/1 at 2:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
👉 https://dboonems.seatyourself.biz/
Don’t miss this family-friendly production! ⛄✨
#OpeningNight #FrozenJR #BooneProud
We’re just one week away from opening night of Disney’s Frozen Jr. ❄️ at the middle school! These talented performers are ready to shine, and you won’t want to miss the magic, music, and fun.
🎭 Showtimes:
• 2/27 at 7:00 PM
• 2/28 at 7:00 PM
• 3/1 at 2:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
👉 https://dboonems.seatyourself.biz/
Don’t miss this family-friendly production! ⛄✨
#OpeningNight #FrozenJR #BooneProud
In this video, our high school principal, Mr. Sborz, and senior Brianna Bodolus share how the Dual Enrollment program works, the benefits of earning college credits while still in high school, and how this experience helps students get a head start on their future—academically and financially. Brianna will be graduating with her Associate’s Degree before finishing high school! 🎓
Through Dual Enrollment with Reading Area Community College, our students are:
🎓 Earning transferable college credits
💰 Saving on tuition costs
📚 Experiencing the rigor of college-level coursework
🚀 Gaining confidence as they prepare for life after graduation
Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pysgJ_zsO5M
Thank you to the Berks Business Education Coalition for highlighting this important pathway for our students. We are proud to offer opportunities that empower our Blazers to succeed beyond high school!
#BooneProud #DualEnrollment #CollegeReady #FutureFocused
Through Dual Enrollment with Reading Area Community College, our students are:
🎓 Earning transferable college credits
💰 Saving on tuition costs
📚 Experiencing the rigor of college-level coursework
🚀 Gaining confidence as they prepare for life after graduation
Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pysgJ_zsO5M
Thank you to the Berks Business Education Coalition for highlighting this important pathway for our students. We are proud to offer opportunities that empower our Blazers to succeed beyond high school!
#BooneProud #DualEnrollment #CollegeReady #FutureFocused
Our Girls Bowling Team rolled their way to an impressive 2nd place finish at the BCIAA Team Championships yesterday! 🎳🥈
The girls put together a strong performance, ultimately finishing as runner-up to Exeter. Their teamwork, focus, and determination on the lanes were incredible to watch!
We are so proud of the hard work and dedication this team continues to show all season long. Congratulations on a fantastic accomplishment! 👏
#BooneProud
The girls put together a strong performance, ultimately finishing as runner-up to Exeter. Their teamwork, focus, and determination on the lanes were incredible to watch!
We are so proud of the hard work and dedication this team continues to show all season long. Congratulations on a fantastic accomplishment! 👏
#BooneProud
🏆🥇 FIRST PLACE FINISH! 🥇🏆
On Saturday, February 14th, our High School Indoor Color Guard took home FIRST PLACE at their competition hosted at Avon Grove High School! Competing against nine other talented groups, our students delivered an outstanding performance that earned them the top spot.
We are so proud of this dedicated team and their continued commitment to excellence. They’re already looking ahead to their next competition and can’t wait to perform again!
Congratulations, Guard! 💙🖤 #BooneProud
On Saturday, February 14th, our High School Indoor Color Guard took home FIRST PLACE at their competition hosted at Avon Grove High School! Competing against nine other talented groups, our students delivered an outstanding performance that earned them the top spot.
We are so proud of this dedicated team and their continued commitment to excellence. They’re already looking ahead to their next competition and can’t wait to perform again!
Congratulations, Guard! 💙🖤 #BooneProud
