Parkland School District - Grades K-12 Allentown, PA

2013-14 Proposed General Fund Budget is Approved by School Board

May 22, 2013

As part of Act I legislative requirements, a Proposed General Fund Budget for the 2013 – 2014 school year in the amount of $143,684,085 was approved by the Parkland Board of School Directors during the regularly scheduled Board meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

The Proposed Budget represents an increase of .33 mills down from the .79 mills that was proposed when the January Preliminary Budget was brought forth.  The 2012-13 millage rate of 41.19 has been recalculated to 13.57 as a result of the recent Lehigh County property reassessment project.

To read key points of the budget, please click “read more” below.

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Jeff Bartman Appointed Assistant Principal, Springhouse Middle School

May 21, 2013

The Parkland Board of School Directors appointed Jeffrey Bartman as Assistant Principal at Springhouse Middle School (SMS).  He will replace Assistant Principal Megan Bauer who will move to Orefield Middle School as a Guidance Counselor.

Mr. Jeff Bartman received his Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education, General Science/Biology and Master of Education degree from Kutztown University. He completed his principal’s certification at Wilkes University, majoring in Education Leadership.  Mr. Bartman’s most recent experience in Parkland School District was serving as Dean of Students.  Previous to his administration role, he was a classroom teacher for 17 years.

Mr. Richard Sniscak, Superintendent of Schools stated, “Mr. Bartman is a strong leader who possesses highly effective communication and interpersonal skills which allow him to be effective with children, parents, teachers, community members, and fellow administrators.  Jeff is an individual who strives for excellence in all he does and possesses a high degree of enthusiasm and motivation.  We look forward to welcoming him into this new position.”

Intruder in Springhouse Middle School

May 20, 2013

Last night a teenage intruder was captured at Springhouse Middle School. The school’s alarm system operated appropriately notifying police of an unauthorized entry.  Police, along with a school service supervisor, responded immediately. After the intruder was apprehended, there was a complete search of the building. The building was deemed to be secure by police and it appeared as if the student was trying to steal a television in the hallway.  At this time, the matter is under police investigation and no further information is available.

Enjoy Dorney Park at a Discount on Friday Nights and Help Support Parkland Schools!

April 25, 2013

Download the coupon here.  Parkland School District will receive a dollar for every coupon that is redeemed on Friday nights from May 3 – June 7!

Enjoy!