Brian’s expertise, guidance, and commitment have played an important role in supporting our district and community. We are truly appreciative of his contributions over the years.
Wishing Brian all the best in his retirement—may it be filled with health, happiness, and new adventures!
Voting Closes Tonight! ⏰
⏰ Last chance to vote!
Voting for the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? Student Video Contest closes tonight at 11:59 PM, and our Daniel Boone Middle School students need your support!
Their video showcases their visit to Pladis in Reading, where they explored the world of manufacturing and learned about the many careers available in this growing field.
If you haven’t voted yet, please take a moment to help our Blazers bring home a win!
Vote now:
🗳️ https://www.whatssocool.org/contests/berks-schuylkill/
Thank you to our entire Boone community for supporting our students!
#WhatsSoCoolAboutManufacturing #BooneProud
All schools and district offices will be closed from Monday, March 30 through Monday, April 6 for Spring Break.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school on Tuesday, 4/7.
Have a safe and relaxing Spring Break! 💙 #BooneProud
Have You Voted Yet? 🗳️
Have you voted yet for our Daniel Boone Middle School students in the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? Student Video Contest?
Their video features their recent visit to Pladis in Reading, where they learned about real-world careers in manufacturing and the exciting opportunities available right here in our community. Every vote counts, and we would love to see our Blazers finish strong!
Voting is open now through 11:59 PM on March 27, so there is still time to show your support.
Vote here:
🗳️ https://www.whatssocool.org/contests/berks-schuylkill/
Thank you for supporting our students!
#WhatsSoCoolAboutManufacturing #BooneProud
📅 Save the Date! 💃🕺
Calling all 5th graders — get ready for a dance just for you!
Mark your calendars for April 10th and get ready for an afternoon of music, fun, and time with friends.
Tickets will go on sale after we return from Spring Break.
Our Daniel Boone Middle School students are participating in the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? Student Video Contest, and their video highlights their recent visit to Pladis in Reading, where they learned firsthand about careers in manufacturing and the many opportunities available in our region.
Voting is open to students, families, and community members, so be sure to cast your vote and help our Blazers show everyone what makes manufacturing so cool!
📅 Voting Opens: 12:01 AM on March 25
📅 Voting Closes: 11:59 PM on March 27
You can vote using the links below:
🗳️ Berks Schuylkill Voting Page:
https://www.whatssocool.org/contests/berks-schuylkill/
🌐 Main Website:
https://www.whatssocool.org
Let’s support our middle school students and help them bring home a win!
#WhatsSoCoolAboutManufacturing #BooneProud
📄 Check out the attached flyer for details on how to apply and secure your child’s spot.
#PreKCounts #HeadStart #BerksIU
Our students did a fantastic job representing Daniel Boone Area Middle School with a beautiful performance, and then enjoyed cheering on the Royals from the stands at the Santander Arena. What a memorable night for our talented singers!
#BooneProud
Our Giving Market is back on Monday, March 23 from 4–6 PM at Daniel Boone Area High School (Door #10)! Free groceries, personal hygiene items, and clothing will be available for anyone in our community—no eligibility requirements. Come take what you need or share with a neighbor!
#BooneProud #GivingMarket #CommunitySupport
In recognition of Disability Awareness Week, our middle school students participated in a meaningful building-wide activity. Each student colored a paper sock, which are now proudly displayed on bulletin boards and throughout the hallways as a symbol of inclusion, acceptance, and understanding.
The sock display represents the idea that while everyone is different, each person plays an important part in making our school community strong. We are proud of our students for taking part in this activity and helping to promote kindness, respect, and awareness for all.
#BooneProud
With the increased use of e-bikes and scooters, it’s important for students and families to review basic safety guidelines before heading out. Please take a moment to look over the E-Bikes & Scooters Safety Guidelines poster to make sure everyone understands the rules for safe and responsible riding in our community.
Wearing a helmet, following traffic laws, and riding with awareness can help prevent accidents and keep everyone safe. Thank you for helping us promote safe habits both in school and around town.
#BooneProud
We’re celebrating some incredible members of our Daniel Boone family! These outstanding individuals go above and beyond every day and we're so proud to honor them!
February Sweet Impact Winners: Ashley Griffith, District Wellness Coordinator, and Bret Stamy, HS Business Teacher (not pictured)
March Sweet Impact Winner: Erin Shutt, IC Fourth Grade Teacher
Want to recognize a Boone teacher, nurse, administrator, staff member, custodian, maintenance worker, cafeteria team member, transportation staff, or coach? Nominate them for the Sweet Impact Award here: https://www.dboone.org/page/sweet-impact-award
#BooneProud #SweetImpactAward
We appreciate your patience as crews work to restore services. Please travel safely this morning.
Due to the threat of severe weather this afternoon and evening, all after school activities in the Daniel Boone Area School District are canceled today, Monday, March 16.
Please travel safely and monitor district communications for any additional updates.
Now is your chance to join the DBHS Cheer Team!
All current 8th–11th grade Daniel Boone students are invited to register by completing the Google Form below. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of a great team, build school spirit, and represent Boone!
✅ Open to current 8th–11th grade students
✅ Complete the Google Form to get started
✅ More information will be shared after sign-up
Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsyvaC1ozbCy7zo5JOQgkW8bITj1ZTm0rL8ZCm0wvjePiKfw/viewform
#BooneProud #DBHSCheer
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
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!
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!
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
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
