Upcoming Events
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5/28/2012
6/7/2012
District Announcements
2012 BHS Art Show
The Blackhawk High School Art Show will be held in the BHS Auditorium Lobby from May 17-25. The opening reception will be held on Thursday May 17 from 6-8 PM.
Blackhawk High School Spring Choral Concert
The Blackhawk High School Spring Choral Concert is on May 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the BHS Auditorium. Featured groups include the Blackhawk Concert Choir, Expressions, Academy Choir, and 8th Grade Chorus. Admission is free!
Blackhawk Rankings in the U.S. News & World Report
Blackhawk High School was recently ranked 18 out of 752 schools in Pennsylvania and 955 nationwide. This ranking is based on AP exams and participation in advanced placement classes. Click on the link below to view the article showcasing this information.
Click here to view the article about Blackhawk's rankings.
Click here to view the article about Blackhawk's rankings.
K.E.Y. Club Raffle Tickets on Sale
The BHS K.E.Y. Club is holding its annual raffle to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Tickets are being sold in each of the Blackhawk School District building offices from Monday May 7-Monday May 21. The tickets are $2 each or 3 tickets for $5. The drawing will take place on the BHS morning announcements on Wednesday May 23. There will be two drawings and the first drawing winner will receive his/her choice of prizes. The two prizes for this year's raffle are:
8 tickets in Section 125 for the Pittsburgh Pirates game on August 26, 2012 at 1:35 PM against the Milwaukee Brewers.
A Terrible Towel tote bag filled with Pittsburgh Steeler items.
8 tickets in Section 125 for the Pittsburgh Pirates game on August 26, 2012 at 1:35 PM against the Milwaukee Brewers.
A Terrible Towel tote bag filled with Pittsburgh Steeler items.
Blackhawk Pre-K Program Applications
Blackhawk School District is pleased to announce the opening of a free Pre-Kindergarten Program (Pre-K) to those children who qualify. The Pre-K Program will be located at the Blackhawk Intermediate School. Classes will begin at the start of the 2012-2013 school year (Sept. 4, 2012-June 13, 2013), Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Transportation can be provided for children who need it.
Pre-K Applications for the 2012-2013 school year are now being accepted. All applications should be returned to the Special Education Office by June 1, 2012. For more information and to view the printable application, please click on the link below. Application packets can also be picked up in the building office of all schools in the Blackhawk School District, or by calling the Special Education office at 724-843-1005 to have one mailed to you.
Click here to view a printable Pre-K Application packet.
Pre-K Applications for the 2012-2013 school year are now being accepted. All applications should be returned to the Special Education Office by June 1, 2012. For more information and to view the printable application, please click on the link below. Application packets can also be picked up in the building office of all schools in the Blackhawk School District, or by calling the Special Education office at 724-843-1005 to have one mailed to you.
Click here to view a printable Pre-K Application packet.
Spring 2012 Aquatic Programs
REMINDER!!- Open Family Swim is still available at the BHS pool. This program will be offered throughout the remainder of the school year and will end on June 7.
Other Aquatic Programs offered this Spring will include Learn to Swim programs, Open Family Swim every Monday-Thursday night from 7:30-9:00 PM, Competitive Swim Team, Masters Swimming, and American Red Cross Lifeguarding classes. For more information about any of these programs, including cost and dates available, please click on the link below.
Please click here to view an informational flyer about the Spring 2012 Aquatic Programs.
Other Aquatic Programs offered this Spring will include Learn to Swim programs, Open Family Swim every Monday-Thursday night from 7:30-9:00 PM, Competitive Swim Team, Masters Swimming, and American Red Cross Lifeguarding classes. For more information about any of these programs, including cost and dates available, please click on the link below.
Please click here to view an informational flyer about the Spring 2012 Aquatic Programs.
WPIAL Hall of Fame Induction- John and Sean Miller
John Miller, longtime basketball coach for Blackhawk and his son, Sean Miller, former Blackhawk and Pitt basketball player and current basketball coach for the University of Arizona will be inducted into the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League Sports Hall of Fame on Friday, June 1 at the Greentree Doubletree Hotel in Greentree.
Any friends, co-workers, former players or classmates that may be interested in attending this banquet honoring John and Sean should click on the link below for information on obtaining tickets or placing an advertisement in the program.
Please click here for more information about the induction banquet.
Please click here for more information about the induction banquet.
Coaches vs. Cancer Fundraising Initiatives
So far, Blackhawk School District has raised over $15,000 for the Coaches vs. Cancer cause during the 2011-2012 school year. The goal for the year is to reach $23,000. There are two fundraising projects that are currently underway:
Tickets are being sold for a one week stay in a Myrtle Beach condo. The tickets are $10 each and the winner will receive a free one week stay in a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo that sleeps 6 people along with $500 spending cash. The condo is located near 2 golf courses and the beach. The winning ticket will be based on the 7:00 PM lottery drawing on May 28. To purchase tickets, please contact Mrs. Sally Diehl in the athletic office at 724-846-6600 ext. 212.
Remaining "Hoops for Hope" t-shirts are being sold for $2.00. Each shirt also comes with a matching wristband. To purchase the shirt and wristband at this discounted price, please contact Mrs. Sally Diehl at 724-846-6600 ext. 212.
Tickets are being sold for a one week stay in a Myrtle Beach condo. The tickets are $10 each and the winner will receive a free one week stay in a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo that sleeps 6 people along with $500 spending cash. The condo is located near 2 golf courses and the beach. The winning ticket will be based on the 7:00 PM lottery drawing on May 28. To purchase tickets, please contact Mrs. Sally Diehl in the athletic office at 724-846-6600 ext. 212.
Remaining "Hoops for Hope" t-shirts are being sold for $2.00. Each shirt also comes with a matching wristband. To purchase the shirt and wristband at this discounted price, please contact Mrs. Sally Diehl at 724-846-6600 ext. 212.
Kennywood School Picnic- June 11, 2012
Representatives from Kennywood Park and McCarter Transit will be in our schools to sell ride tickets and transportation passes on May 11, 2012. Ride tickets will be available from May 11, 2012 until June 10, 2012. For more information, please click on the link below.
Please click here to view an informational flyer about the Kennywood School Picnic ticket sales.
Please click here to view an informational flyer about the Kennywood School Picnic ticket sales.
Full Day Kindergarten Informational Meetings
Informational meetings have been held to gather feedback from the community regarding the possibility of Full Day Kindergarten. The link below will take you to the power point presentation used in the informational meetings and it describes the half day option for parents. Additionally, parents are encouraged to complete the Feedback Form and send it to District office at mcdevittl@bsd.k12.pa.us . The Board will consider Full Day Kindergarten at their April 12 Board meeting.
Please click here to view the Powerpoint presentation from the meetings.
Please click here to view the Powerpoint presentation from the meetings.
Camp Invention is coming to Blackhawk this Summer!
In partnership with Invent Now, Blackhawk School District is pleased to offer the Camp Invention Program to children entering grades 1-6 this summer. This week long program immerses children in imaginative play that reinforces and supplements school-year learning in the subjects of science, technology, engineering, and math. The program will be held from June 25-29, 2012 and will be directed by Mrs. Erin Runco.
Enter the discount code SPRING at the time of registration (between 4-1-2012 and 5-31-2012) to receive $15 OFF the base price of $215 when registering one child, $25 OFF each child when registering 2 children (must be siblings), and $50 OFF each whild when registering 3 children (must be siblings). Every registration includes a free Camp Invention t-shirt. Availability is limited, so visit www.campinvention.org or call 800.968.4332 to reserve your child’s spot today!
Please click here to view more information about the Camp Invention Program, as well as the registration form.
Please click here to view more information about the Camp Invention Program, as well as the registration form.
Substitute Nurses
Blackhawk School District is in need of nurses who are willing to substitute for our school nurses throughout the school year. Any individual who has an LPN or an RN license and is willing to sub in one of our buildings should complete the application by clicking on the link below. They should also submit a current resume, and any clearances that they currently have (Act 34, Act 151, FBI Fingerprint). Substitute nurses will be paid $75 per day.
Click here for nurse substitute application.
Please submit all applications to:
Blackhawk School District
500 Blackhawk Road
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Click here for nurse substitute application.
Please submit all applications to:
Blackhawk School District
500 Blackhawk Road
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
2011-2012 Bus Schedule
Please click on the link below to view the 2011-2012 Blackhawk School District Bus Schedule.
Click here to view the 2011-2012 bus schedule.
Please click here to view changes to the BHS buses #13 and #14 since conclusion of construction road work.
Click here to view the 2011-2012 bus schedule.
Please click here to view changes to the BHS buses #13 and #14 since conclusion of construction road work.
2011-2012 School Year Calendars
Blackhawk welcomes our youngest cougars!
Getting Ready for Kindergarten, a guide for parents of 3 and 4 year olds, was distributed through the area preschools. If you are a parent with a child who will be entering kindergaren in the Blackhawk School District and you did not receive one of these books, you can contact the District Office at 724-846-6600, ext. 240 and one will be mailed to you.
Right-to-Know Law Information, Procedures & Forms
The Blackhawk Board of School Directors recognizes the importance of public records as the record of the district's actions and the repository of information about this district. Public records of BSD are available for access and duplication in accordance with law and BSD board policy.
Procedures for Submitting a Request
Procedures for Submitting a Request
