District Updates

It's time to register new students!

If you have a child that is eligible for kindergarten in the fall (or new to the district in any grade), please begin the registration process online at www.neshaminy.org/register.

Schedule Update: We're All in!

As of April 5, 2021, students in all grades will attend in-person classes each day Monday-Friday. Please visit the re-opening website for attendence schedule details and plans for upcoming changes.

Meal Distribution

Free meals for children under the age of 18 are distributed each Friday between 11am-1pm at Tawanka ES, Poquessing MS, Hoover ES and Sandburg MS. Meals will cover days during the following week that students do not attend school (for those on the hybrid schedule), or covering every school day for students attending virtually.

Student Device Pick-Up / Repair

Families can still request a device for their student. Please see the technology information page for details and forms for pick-up and device repair.

Meal Plans / Free & Reduced

All student meals will be free of charge through the end of the school year. Families can continue to pick up "grab & go" free meals for weekdays on Fridays between 11am - 1pm for the following week at Tawanka ES, Poquessing MS, Herbert Hoover ES and Carl Sandburg MS. No application is required. More information can be found here.

PSSA testing information

The Pennsylvania PSSA test will be administered between June 2-10, 2021 for grades 3-8. Please see the documents below for exact testing dates and important information regarding the administration of these tests: 

• PSSA / Keystone test parent informational letter
• PSSA test parent FAQ
• Keystone / PSSA electronic device policy
• Keystone / PSSA calculator policy

School Hours

Pearl Buck Elementary opens its doors to students at 8:50 each morning.  The official school day ends at 3:30 PM.  We begin to dismiss our walkers and car riders at 3:33 PM, followed by our bus riders.  

Please do not drop-off your child before 8:50 AM, as we do not provide supervision until 8:50.  If before or after care is needed, Neshaminy Kids Club is our in-house provider.  They may be contacted at 215-757-2554.  You may also choose to utilize another before/after care provider that services our school.  Before and after care providers are fee-based.  Please contact them directly to discuss their rates.

Office reminders

• Please remember to bring I.D. with you when picking up your child. If someone else routinely picks-up your child, please make sure to list them as an emergency contact AND remind them to have proper I.D. when they arrive.
• Please be sure to write your child's teacher a note regarding ANY changes to your child's afternoon routines. For last-minute changes, please call the school office at 215-809-6300 and speak with one of our secretaries.
• Our lost and found is growing. It is full of coats, fleece jackets, hats, scarves, etc. Please have your child check for lost personal items. Parents may also visit the lost and found. Please check-in at the office first.

CHIP information

 If you are looking for a free or low-cost insurance alternative for your children, check out the PA CHIP program.

Be food allergy aware!

Due to varied allergy and dietary needs, please contact your child's teacher before sending in food for students other than your child (e.g. for birthday celebrations, class parties). Do not send in any items until the teacher has responded and confirmed the appropriateness of your request. Also, students should not share food at any time during school - even with a close friend. A seemingly harmless food item may unexpectedly contain allergens, or interact with other medical conditions. Depending on the health needs in the classroom, teachers may choose to avoid food-oriented experiences altogether.

Senior Tax Assistance Program

Neshaminy is pleased to once again offer a property tax relief program to Senior Citizens residing in our District who meet income eligibility requirements. The deadline to apply is June 15, 2021. More information and an application form can be found here.

New student registration

The student registration process can be started online by visiting the Neshaminy Central Registration site. You will be contacted with instructions to complete the process.

Free & Reduced Price Meal Program at Neshaminy

Note: All student meals will be served free of charge at least until the end of the 2020-2021 school year. This includes the grab-and-go meals distributed on Fridays to any child under the age of 18.

• Letter to Neshaminy families about the Free & Reduced Meal Program (PDF)
• Informational video (YouTube)
• Free & Reduced Meal Program information & application web page

Volunteer information

Due to restrictions from the Covid-19 pandemic, most in-school volunteer activities have been temporarily suspended. For information about the volunteer background check process, please visit the Neshaminy volunteer web page.

Get the Neshaminy app!

The Neshaminy app is available for Apple and Android and can be downloaded for FREE at their online app stores. The app is a great way to connect with the District, receive important alerts, see information about your child and their school, and contact our staff.

Safe2Say Something app

Neshaminy is introducing the Safe2Say app on Thursday, April 10 in the middle schools and Neshaminy High School. Please click on the links below for more information about this important safety tool:

• Letter to parents and guardians
• Safe2Say Something introductory video for students

Help us Build Futures!

District Employment Information

For information about all other positions at Neshaminy, please visit our employment web page for information on current vacancies and application materials.