Friday, April 10 marks the end of the third quarter in the Southeast Delco School District! ✍️
This milestone is a great time to reflect on all the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students and staff. We’re proud of the progress made so far and look forward to a strong finish to the school year!
This milestone is a great time to reflect on all the hard work, growth, and achievements of our students and staff. We’re proud of the progress made so far and look forward to a strong finish to the school year!

Happy National Assistant Principals Week! Please join us in recognizing:
🌟 Camile Jackson, Darby Township
🌟 Jalyssa Barber, Delcroft
🌟 Michael Moors, Harris
🌟 Daniel Ruane, Sharon Hill
🌟 Lamar Alexander, Academy Park
🌟 Charles Baxter, Academy Park
🌟 Shannon Murphy, Academy Park
🌟 Latarsha Threadgill, Academy Park
Their leadership, support, and commitment help shape a positive experience for students and staff alike. Our APs are valued members of our district community. Thank you so much for all you do! 👏
🌟 Camile Jackson, Darby Township
🌟 Jalyssa Barber, Delcroft
🌟 Michael Moors, Harris
🌟 Daniel Ruane, Sharon Hill
🌟 Lamar Alexander, Academy Park
🌟 Charles Baxter, Academy Park
🌟 Shannon Murphy, Academy Park
🌟 Latarsha Threadgill, Academy Park
Their leadership, support, and commitment help shape a positive experience for students and staff alike. Our APs are valued members of our district community. Thank you so much for all you do! 👏

The Southeast Delco community and family newsletter for March 2026 is now available! 📣
Stay informed on district updates, events, and important information by reading the latest edition.
Check it out: https://www.sedelco.org/page/newsletter
Stay informed on district updates, events, and important information by reading the latest edition.
Check it out: https://www.sedelco.org/page/newsletter

Welcome back, Southeast Delco! 👋
We hope everyone had a relaxing and refreshing spring break. We’re excited to see our students and staff back in our classrooms, ready to learn, grow, and finish the school year strong together!
We hope everyone had a relaxing and refreshing spring break. We’re excited to see our students and staff back in our classrooms, ready to learn, grow, and finish the school year strong together!

Beginning Monday, April 6, the BusAlert app will officially be available to all Southeast Delco families who receive in-district transportation services, providing real-time bus tracking, arrival notifications, and updates on delays or route changes. 🚌
Getting started is simple:
➡️ Download the BusAlert app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
➡️ Enter the district code: SOU9752
➡️ Select your student’s route or bus number
➡️ Enter your student’s ID, first name, and last initial
➡️ Set up alert zones to receive notifications as the bus approaches your stop
For more information, visit the BusAlert website: https://bytecurve.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/44002645973
Getting started is simple:
➡️ Download the BusAlert app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
➡️ Enter the district code: SOU9752
➡️ Select your student’s route or bus number
➡️ Enter your student’s ID, first name, and last initial
➡️ Set up alert zones to receive notifications as the bus approaches your stop
For more information, visit the BusAlert website: https://bytecurve.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/44002645973

We hope you’ve enjoyed your Spring Break! All students and staff return on Monday, April 6. 😀

All Southeast Delco families are invited to save the date for our Parent University event! 📅
The theme, “Future Focused: Resources for Parents and Community Members to Build a Brighter Future,” highlights opportunities and support available to help every student succeed.
Families can enjoy brunch, enter for prizes, and take advantage of a dedicated play area for children. The event will take place on May 9, 2026, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Academy Park High School.
The theme, “Future Focused: Resources for Parents and Community Members to Build a Brighter Future,” highlights opportunities and support available to help every student succeed.
Families can enjoy brunch, enter for prizes, and take advantage of a dedicated play area for children. The event will take place on May 9, 2026, from 10:00am to 1:00pm at Academy Park High School.

Support the Academy Park High School Class of 2027 at their upcoming Chipotle Fundraiser! 🌮
On Wednesday, April 22, order from the Chipotle in Holmes (2603 Macdade Blvd) between 5:00 and 9:00pm on the Chipotle App or Chipotle.com using the promo code 69GW3EW. A portion of your purchase will be donated to our students.
Thank you for supporting our students and schools! 💙
On Wednesday, April 22, order from the Chipotle in Holmes (2603 Macdade Blvd) between 5:00 and 9:00pm on the Chipotle App or Chipotle.com using the promo code 69GW3EW. A portion of your purchase will be donated to our students.
Thank you for supporting our students and schools! 💙

Students in the Southeast Delco Gifted Program explored art and culture during a recent field trip to The Barnes Museum! The experience provided a meaningful opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world inspiration. 🎨

Spring Break is next week! There will be no school for students March 30-April 3. 🌷
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 6. 🗓️
We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 6. 🗓️

Alumni, we want to hear from you! Tell us about what you’ve been up to after graduation, and your story could be featured here on our social media platforms. 📣
Fill out our brief questionnaire: https://forms.gle/ZXGeuuTtUWznFzYYA
Fill out our brief questionnaire: https://forms.gle/ZXGeuuTtUWznFzYYA

All Southeast Delco students, families, and community members are invited to turn dinner into a way to give back on Wednesday, April 8! 🌯
When you visit the Chipotle located at 2603 MacDade Blvd in Holmes from 4:00 to 8:00pm, 25% of your purchase will support our Kindergarten Center’s PBIS program. Be sure to show the fundraiser flyer, mention the fundraiser at checkout, or use code ZVRLA7P when ordering through the Chipotle app or website for pickup to make your order count. 📱
To learn more about placing an online order for the fundraiser, review the instructions here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V5H7Uf3Nnyph_6NSI0oEQYg8XlFkZtoo/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for supporting our kindergarten students and staff!
When you visit the Chipotle located at 2603 MacDade Blvd in Holmes from 4:00 to 8:00pm, 25% of your purchase will support our Kindergarten Center’s PBIS program. Be sure to show the fundraiser flyer, mention the fundraiser at checkout, or use code ZVRLA7P when ordering through the Chipotle app or website for pickup to make your order count. 📱
To learn more about placing an online order for the fundraiser, review the instructions here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V5H7Uf3Nnyph_6NSI0oEQYg8XlFkZtoo/view?usp=sharing
Thank you for supporting our kindergarten students and staff!

Join us in celebrating Darby Township School 5th grade teacher Brittany Kristman, who was recently honored with the Philadelphia Eagles Nouryon All-Pro Teacher Award!
Ms. Kristman was one of just 10 teachers selected this year for the prestigious award, which recognizes outstanding educators within a 70-mile radius of Philadelphia. She was celebrated at a recent Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field, where she was recognized on the field in front of more than 60,000 fans and received a personalized Eagles jersey.
Even more special, she was nominated by fellow Darby Township teacher Rosie Cavanagh, who shared:
“I nominated Ms. Kristman for this award due to her dedication and willingness to help all students & staff at all times. I truly believe she goes above and beyond to make our school a better place.”
Congratulations, Ms. Kristman! Go Birds! 🦅
Ms. Kristman was one of just 10 teachers selected this year for the prestigious award, which recognizes outstanding educators within a 70-mile radius of Philadelphia. She was celebrated at a recent Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field, where she was recognized on the field in front of more than 60,000 fans and received a personalized Eagles jersey.
Even more special, she was nominated by fellow Darby Township teacher Rosie Cavanagh, who shared:
“I nominated Ms. Kristman for this award due to her dedication and willingness to help all students & staff at all times. I truly believe she goes above and beyond to make our school a better place.”
Congratulations, Ms. Kristman! Go Birds! 🦅

The Southeast Delco School District Food Pantry will open Saturday, March 21, from 12:00 to 2:00pm in the APHS cafeteria. The pantry will offer free food and essentials to students, families, staff, and community members.
This ongoing effort supports access to healthy, nourishing food for every household in the school community. 💙
This ongoing effort supports access to healthy, nourishing food for every household in the school community. 💙

Reminder: There will be no school for students on Friday, March 20. ✍️

Make plans to attend the District Band Concert, happening TONIGHT at 7:00pm at Academy Park High School. It’s sure to be an amazing evening of music! 🎶

Happy Pi Day! 🥧
The number pi helps mathematicians calculate measurements of circles, which appear everywhere from wheels to architecture. It’s a reminder of how math shapes the world around us! 🌎📐
The number pi helps mathematicians calculate measurements of circles, which appear everywhere from wheels to architecture. It’s a reminder of how math shapes the world around us! 🌎📐

Music in Our Schools Month is a wonderful reminder of how fortunate we are to offer strong music programs in Southeast Delco! 🎶
Research suggests students who study music develop better focus, discipline, and time-management skills. Our talented students use music as a powerful form of self-expression and connection.
We encourage every student to get involved in music!
Research suggests students who study music develop better focus, discipline, and time-management skills. Our talented students use music as a powerful form of self-expression and connection.
We encourage every student to get involved in music!

Kindergarten Center students had a great time celebrating Read Across America Week! 📚
Special guest readers—including Superintendent Dr. Yamil Sanchez Rivera, Board Members Michele McGowan and Kinji Ridley, and HR Administrative Assistant Taneesha Williams—visited classrooms to share their love of reading. Dr. Sanchez and Ms. McGowan even dressed up as the Tin Man and Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz!”
Read Across America Week aims to promote literacy and ignite a love of reading with students of all ages.
Special guest readers—including Superintendent Dr. Yamil Sanchez Rivera, Board Members Michele McGowan and Kinji Ridley, and HR Administrative Assistant Taneesha Williams—visited classrooms to share their love of reading. Dr. Sanchez and Ms. McGowan even dressed up as the Tin Man and Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz!”
Read Across America Week aims to promote literacy and ignite a love of reading with students of all ages.






Southeast Delco’s Kindergarten Center students took part in a special Museum Walk to celebrate Black History Month! 🏛️
They explored and learned about important historical figures who have made a difference in our world. We are so proud of their curiosity, thoughtful questions, and excitement to learn! 💙
They explored and learned about important historical figures who have made a difference in our world. We are so proud of their curiosity, thoughtful questions, and excitement to learn! 💙





