The latest edition of the Community Connect newsletter is here! This issue contains district highlights, upcoming events, and important updates for our community. Stay informed and connected with what’s happening across our schools. 💙

Check it out: https://www.sedelco.org/page/newsletter
4 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic for the Southeast Delco School District’s “Community Connect Newsletter.” The text reads “October 2025 Edition” with a navy blue “Read More” button featuring a white arrow. The Southeast Delco School District logo appears in the top right corner.
Looking for a career opportunity where you can truly make a difference? Join Southeast Delco School District and help shape the future—one student at a time! 🤗

Check out available positions and apply: https://sedelco.schoolspring.com/
4 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic from Southeast Delco School District announcing job openings. The design features the district logo above large white text reading “We’re Hiring!” on a blue gradient background with a repeating “WE’RE HIRING” pattern. Below, bold white text reads: “If you’re passionate about making a difference in students' lives, we want you on our team!”
It’s National School Psychology Week, and we’re recognizing the outstanding professionals who support our students’ academic and emotional success:

🌟Meghan Pulaski
🌟Leah Krumbhaar
🌟Dr. Brendan Hickey
🌟Alexsa Howell
🌟Aleena Shannon

Thank you for your commitment to helping every student succeed! 💙🙌
5 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with a dark blue background featuring the Southeast Delco School District logo at the top. The text reads “National School Psychology Week — Thank You To Meghan Pulaski, Leah Krumbhaar, Dr. Brendan Hickey, Alexsa Howell, Aleena Shannon.” Below the text, two illustrated hands hold a pink brain.
We’re thrilled to spotlight another Southeast Delco graduate, Levi A. Tucker II! ✨

Levi currently serves as an academic advisor and Coordinator of the ACT 101 program at Delaware County Community College.

His passion for education began in SE Delco, where he first discovered the power of mentorship and community while working as a senior mentor. Those early experiences inspired him to ensure other students have access to the same opportunities and encouragement that shaped his own journey.
5 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic titled “Alumni Spotlight” featuring Levi A. Tucker II, Class of 2007. The design has a navy blue background with a gradient and dotted texture. At the bottom center is a photo of Levi A. Tucker II wearing glasses, a black beanie, and a blue shirt, smiling in front of a warm-toned background. The text above highlights his name and graduation year in white and light blue lettering.
Reminder: There will be no school for students on Tuesday, November 4. 🗓️

Thank you for your flexibility as our dedicated team engages in important learning and training opportunities to better support our students!
6 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic reminder from Southeast Delco School District announcing no school on Tuesday, November 4. The design features the district’s logo at the top above the text “Reminder: No School — Tuesday, November 4.” The background shows a softly faded image of a school hallway lined with lockers, with a decorative border of alternating blue and black squares along the top and bottom.
Registration is now open for the 2025 Toys for Tots program! 🎁

To register, visit one of our schools in person with a photo ID showing your current address and proof of income (PA state benefits or a public assistance letter).

Registration dates and locations:
➡️ Delcroft: Monday, November 3, 9:00am to 12:00pm
➡️ Harris: Wednesday, November 5, 8:00am to 11:00am and 3:30pm to 6:30pm
➡️ Darby Township: Thursday, November 6, 12:00pm to 3:00pm
➡️ Sharon Hill: Friday, November 7, 12:00pm to 3:00pm

For questions, please contact the social worker at your child’s school.
6 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic from Southeast Delco School District encouraging families to register for Toys for Tots. The design features the district’s logo at the top above the text “Register for Toys for Tots.” The background shows colorful children’s toys, including a teddy bear, stacking rings, blocks, and rubber ducks, with a soft blue overlay for contrast.
REMINDER: Daylight saving time ends at 2:00am on Sunday. Be sure to “fall back” one hour! 🕜🍂
8 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with a large blue clock illustration and text that reads, “Don’t forget to fall back. Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025.” The Southeast Delco School District logo appears in the bottom right corner.
The Southeast Delco School District blood drive is happening next week, and we are aiming for a goal of 65 donors! Every donation helps save lives. ❤️

Join us for this important event and make a difference in our community.

➡️ Tuesday, November 4
➡️ 12:00 to 5:00pm
➡️ Darby Township School Gym

Sign up today to reserve your spot: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=SE%20Delco
9 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic announcing a blood drive hosted by Southeast Delco School District. Text reads: “Blood Drive — Tuesday, November 4, 2025 — Darby Township School Gymnasium — 12:00–5:00 PM.” Additional text below says, “We still need donors to sign up! Please help us reach our goal of 65 donations.” The design includes a test tube filled halfway with red liquid and a blue medical cross symbol.
Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween filled with safe and spooky fun! 👻
9 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with a dark blue background featuring spider webs and flying black bats. Large orange text in the center reads “Happy Halloween,” with the Southeast Delco School District logo displayed above the text.
You’re invited to Knight Madness, the official kickoff to the 2025-26 basketball season—where energy meets tradition and every moment is electric! 🏀⚡️

➡️ Meet the 2025-26 Academy Park basketball teams & cheer team
➡️ Enjoy the slam dunk contest, team introductions & cheer performances
➡️ Take part in music, contests & giveaways
➡️ Celebrate a special tribute honoring the 1994 state runner-up team

Join us on Friday, November 21, at 6:30pm in the Academy Park High School gym. Doors open at 6:00pm and admission is free.

We hope to see you there!
10 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic for “Knight Madness” on November 21. A sword pierces through a basketball on a gym floor, symbolizing the Knights team. Text highlights event details: doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 6:30 PM, and features include player introductions, a 3-point contest, dunk contest, cheer performances, fan contests and giveaways, and a special tribute honoring the 1994 state runner-up team. Nike logo appears in the top corner.
The brand-new Southeast Delco food pantry is opening soon! 🍎

It will provide free food and essentials for our entire school community. We are committed to ensuring every household in our school community has access to healthy, nourishing food.

The pantry will be open on Saturday, November 22, from 10:00am to 1:00pm in the Academy Park High School cafeteria. Be sure to enter from Woodland Avenue.

This resource is available to any SE Delco student, staff, or family. If you have questions or need support, please contact familysupport@sedelco.org.
11 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with blue and white design announcing the Southeast Delco School District Food Pantry. Text lists schedule details: Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Location: APHS Cafeteria (Enter from Woodland Ave) Open to: All Southeast Delco students, families, and staff. Includes icons for time, calendar, location, and people, with the district logo in the bottom right corner.
Today, we’re featuring another Southeast Delco alum: Jeannette Chapman! ✨

Jeanette is a member of the Class of 2001 who now owns her own business, working as a consultant and educator for business owners in the restaurant industry.

She worked as a tutor in high school, assisting her peers with math. Those early experiences helped prepare her for her current career as an educator!
12 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic titled “Alumni Spotlight” featuring Jeannette Chapman, Class of 2001. Below the text is a photo of Jeannette and a young girl dressed in black. The background is a blue and black gradient with subtle dot accents.
On National First Responders Day, we thank all those who step forward during our most difficult moments. EMTs, firefighters, police officers, and paramedics—your courage and expertise protect and support us all.

We appreciate all you do for our entire community! 🚒🚓🚑
12 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with a blurred image of a fire truck with flashing lights in the background. Text reads “National First Responders Day – October 28, 2025.” The Southeast Delco School District logo appears in the lower left corner.
Celebrate Red Ribbon Week by committing to a lifestyle full of purpose and positivity. Drugs and alcohol can take away your energy, focus, and confidence—but a drug-free life helps you shine! ✨

Surround yourself with people who support your goals. We’re stronger together! 💪
13 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with a large red ribbon on a blue background that reads “National Red Ribbon Week.” The Southeast Delco School District logo appears in the bottom left corner.
Earlier this month, PA Youth Vote and Academy Park Class of 2025 Valedictorian Keyarra Barley hosted a fall voter registration drive. Eighteen of our high school seniors are now officially registered to vote! 🗳️🌟

These young leaders are stepping up, making their voices heard, and showing what civic pride looks like.

PA Youth Vote will be back this spring to register even more students who turn 18 after the November election!
17 days ago, SE Delco
Three high school students stand in a hallway decorated with positive messages like “Be respectful” and “Be responsible.” They smile and show off “PA Youth Vote” stickers on their faces and hands.
Two students stand together holding “PA Youth Vote” stickers and promotional items, smiling toward the camera.
Two students look at a tablet together at a table covered in blue cloth with “PA Youth Vote” materials spread out.
Two students stand behind a table, both smiling and holding several “PA Youth Vote” stickers.
The school’s knight mascot poses in a hallway holding “PA Youth Vote” stickers, standing beside a blue table covered with matching “PA Youth Vote” materials.
We believe in professional development, collaboration, and creating a supportive work environment. Come be part of a team that invests in its people! 💙

Explore all open positions: https://sedelco.schoolspring.com/
17 days ago, SE Delco
Two smiling staff members stand in front of a school event calendar board. The Southeast Delco School District logo is in the top left corner. Bold script text at the bottom reads “Join our Team!” against a blue background.
It’s Unity Day—a day to wear orange and take a stand for kindness, inclusion, and respect. 🧡

Remember: If you see bullying, don’t be silent. Speak up, support your classmates, and choose empathy. Every act of kindness helps make our school a safe and welcoming place for all. 🤝
18 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with an image of multiple hands stacked together in unity, overlaid with an orange tint. The Southeast Delco School District logo appears in the upper right corner. Large script text reads “Unity Day,” and smaller text below says “Stand up to bullying.”
We want to hear from you!

The Southeast Delco School District is developing a food pantry to support students and families—and we need your input! Please take a few minutes to complete our brief survey and share your thoughts.

Your feedback will help us better understand our community’s needs and preferences as we design this important resource. All responses will be kept confidential.

Take the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdreLs52ewGWZKGGDgiQtWwufcWoRTRwxVvyTrrwoJ1jpB7hA/viewform
19 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic with the Southeast Delco School District logo at the top. Large text reads “We Want to Hear From You!” Below, smaller text says, “Help us plan for the Southeast Delco Food Pantry by taking a short survey.” At the bottom, an illustrated box of groceries including vegetables, canned goods, and bread is shown on a blue banner background.
We are proud to shine a spotlight on one of our outstanding Southeast Delco alumni! ✨

Meet Keyshaun Patterson, a member of the APHS Class of 2015 and a current teacher at Delcroft School. Keyshaun fondly recalls the supportive atmosphere he experienced as a student. Now, as an educator, he continues to feel that same family-like environment within the district that helped shape him.

Thank you, Keyshaun, for continuing to make a difference in the Southeast Delco community!
19 days ago, SE Delco
Graphic titled “Alumni Spotlight” with the name Keyshaun Patterson and “Class of 2015” below. A photo of Keyshaun Patterson standing in front of a large lit Christmas tree at night is displayed in the center. He is wearing a green Adidas jacket and a backward baseball cap against a dark blue background with a dotted design.
Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent survey on the assistant superintendent hiring process!

Your feedback played an important role in developing the Assistant Superintendent Leadership Profile that will guide the interview process moving forward.

View the full leadership profile on our website: https://www.sedelco.org/article/2490772
23 days ago, SE Delco
announcement that reads, "NOW AVAILABLE! Assistant Superintendent Leadership Profile. Developed with input from staff, families, and community members." The text is white against a blue background, and there are subtle white dots in the background.