Daniel Boone Area High School

Congratulations to Senior Grace McCarthy for earning her National EMS Certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians!

Grace achieved this outstanding accomplishment while balancing honors-level coursework and a part-time job—a true testament to her dedication, hard work, and commitment to helping others.

Best of luck, Grace, as you continue your journey in the EMS field. We are #BooneProud of you! 🚑🎓

🥶💧 Freezin’ for a Reason at the High School! 💧🥶

Last week, teachers at Daniel Boone Area High School helped raise money for Freezin’ for a Reason – SOPA, and the results were both successful and entertaining!

Throughout the week, bottles were placed in the cafeteria for students and staff to donate spare change to the teacher of their choice. The teachers who collected the most donations were named the “winners”… and their prize was having balloons filled with cold water popped over their heads!

The top-earning teachers were notified at the end of the week and took it all in stride, proving to be great sports for a great cause. Thank you to everyone who donated and helped support this fun fundraiser!

#BooneProud

📢 Reminder!

There is no school for students today, Monday, March 9th.

Our teachers are participating in a scheduled Professional Learning Day as they continue to grow, collaborate, and plan meaningful learning experiences for our students. 📚✏️

We’ll see everyone back at school tomorrow! 😊 #BooneProud

⏰ Don’t forget to turn your clocks FORWARD one hour today!

Daylight Saving Time began at 2:00 AM, which means brighter evenings and a little less sleep. 🌅✨

Set those alarms, adjust your clocks, and get ready to spring ahead!

📢 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!

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

🕰️ 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

🎶 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

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. ❄️

🏃‍♀️🔥 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

💙 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

☘️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! 🌸

🎉 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

👏 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

🏒🏆 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! 💙

⚾️ 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 ⚾️

🎓✨ 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