Today (12/2/21) building administrators met with students by grade level at HMS regarding a rumor that students were talking about in school. The rumor was that a student had made a comment about a school shooting. Upon investigation, this comment was unfounded. However, hearing this rumor was concerning for students. We are appreciative of those students who brought this rumor to our attention. The goals of today’s grade level meetings were to remind students that school violence is a very serious topic, to ensure they know the situation was addressed, and to remind them how damaging rumors can be.   

The District is committed to creating a welcoming environment for all of our students and staff.  We are grateful for the staff and community’s support and hope to continue bringing practical and effective trainings to our staff so that we can provide the best education to our entire Blackhawk community.  Click the title to learn more.

Cases listed on the tracker reflect staff and students who reported to the district.  These cases may or may not have been in a district building.  It is possible that some of these cases were not a close contact with any other student or staff member.  

The academic calendar for school year 2021-22 was approved by the School Board of Directors.  

Applications are now being accepted for the 2021-22 school year for Pre-Kindergarten students.  This program is run by Western Beaver Area School District in collaboration with Blackhawk.  All questions should be directed to Jennifer Dubrowa at [email protected]

Emergency Assistance for Low-Income Families  https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/DHS_details.aspx?newsid=529

 

For anyone struggling with thoughts of self harm, thoughts of suicide, or struggling with mental health, especially during this period of social distancing, there is a number that anyone can text 24 hours a day to speak with someone. The number is 741 741.

 

If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, please click: http://www.211.org/services/covid19

 

Click links to view Safety Data Sheets for products used to sanitize district buildings.