Pfaff Elementary School

Happy Back-to-School Week, Pfaff Pumas!

We were excited to capture a few special moments as our Pfaff students kicked off the new school year! Superintendent Dr. Hoffman and Principal Dr. Thompson visited classrooms, welcomed students, and helped make everyone feel right at home on their first day.

But while we were able to capture a few smiles.... we know our Pfaff families captured some special First Day of School moments, too!

📸 Parents and families, we would LOVE for you to share your photos with us! Whether it was a photo before heading out the door or celebrating after a great first day, send them our way for a chance to be featured in our upcoming Back-to-School Photo Reel on the District website and social media
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEjXfk5EFteF5tW_G523vOZgTks_vJJ17FtoITq2l3GfCoRQ/viewform?usp=header

Thank you for helping us celebrate all the smiles, excitement and memories that made the first day so special!

Greetings, Pfaff Families:

We’re getting ready to welcome our Pumas back for the first day of school on Monday, August 31!

Click below for a special welcome message from Principal Dr. Thompson and Assistant Principal Dr. Kenyon as they get ready for another great school year.
https://youtube.com/shorts/V40mY-yDu6c

We can’t wait to see you!

Join us Friday, August 21, from 10am to 11:15am for Kindergarten Orientation!

Students and families will have the opportunity to:
Meet our amazing teachers and staff, including Principal Dr. Thompson, get a sneak peek at their classrooms, and take a practice bus ride to help prepare for the first day of school and future field trips!

We’re excited to welcome our newest students and families and help make the transition to kindergarten a fun and exciting one! 💙

The back-to-school season is officially underway at QCSD!

Today, we welcomed our newest teachers to New Teacher Academy, along with our administrators, for a special breakfast and opportunity to connect as we kick off the new school year.

We also want to thank our incredible community partners for their generous donations of school supplies to support students across QCSD. Your generosity and commitment to our students truly make a difference, and we are so grateful for your support!

Let's make the 2026-2027 school year the best one yet!

The First Day of School is right around the corner, and we can't wait to see all our Pfaff Pumas! Below are all our upcoming "Back to School" events this month and next.

Save, print, and put on the fridge—we hope you can join us! Until then, enjoy the rest of your summer.

Kindergarten Orientation - 8/21 at 10am - 11:15am
Back to School Open House (Grades 1-5) - 8/25 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
First Day of School - 8/31 at 8:50am
Back to School Night - 9/10 at 6pm - 7:30pm

Does your student need Before or After School Care? This year, the QCSD has partnered with Right at School - a leading provider of high-quality before- and after-school enrichment programs for our Kindergarten through 6th grade students beginning the first day of school, August 31, 2026.

To learn more, and register your student, click below:
https://www.qcsd.org/o/qcsd/page/before-after-school-care

Join us for a powerful film screening and panel discussion
Exploring the impact of the digital age on teens and substance use:

Discover how technology is shaping teen decision-making around vamping, drugs, and alcohol in this eye-opening documentary. Screenagers: Under the Influence dives into the latest research and real-life stories from teens and families, revealing how the digital landscape is changing the substances themselves – and how we can empower youth to make informed, healthy choices.

September 10, 2026 | 6-8pm (Doors open at 5:30pm)
Calvary Church
820 Route 113, Souderton, PA 18964
Stay for a Thought-Provoking Panel Discussion
Following the screening, there will be panel discussion featuring mental health experts from St. Luke’s Penn Foundation along with a parent and teen sharing their personal journey through the challenges of growing up in a digital world.

Free Admission | Open to Parents, Teens, Educators & Community Members

Let’s come together to spark meaningful conversations and support our youth in navigating today’s complex digital and social landscape.

Click here to register:
https://calvarychurchpennsylvania.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3738817

Back-to-school time can be a stressful time. Take advantage of our Mental Health Resources with our partner, the Cook Center for Human Connection this August and get the help you need to come back to school feeling great!

Important Deadline: New Student Registration Due 8/21!

New Student Registration is due by August 21st to guarantee your child is enrolled and transportation is arranged for the first day of school on August 31, 2026!

Visit our Registration page to start your registration today:
https://quakertowncsdpa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/qcsd/page/registration-information

Attention QCSD Families!

Due to a regional internet outage, all QCSD buildings are closed for the remainder of today, Thursday, July 23, 2026.

If you need assistance, employees will be available via email while working remotely.

Thank you for your patience as we work through this unexpected disruption.

Make a Difference in Your Community!

The Quakertown Borough Police Department is looking for dedicated Crossing Guards to help keep our students safe as they travel to and from school.

This part-time opportunity offers:
-Approximately 10 hours per week
-No weekends, holidays, or summer work
-A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of local children

If you're looking for a rewarding way to serve your community, we'd love to have you join the team!

Apply today: quakertown.org/hiring

Right At School (Before & After Care) Virtual Family Information Night

Join our Live Parent Forum Tonight, July 7th

Join us for a virtual evening of information and answers to your questions about Right at School programs.

When: Tuesday, July 7th

Time: 6:00PM

Zoom Conference Link: https://zoom.us/s/95574491436

If you cannot attend this event, the session will be recorded. Visit our webpage for school specific details. Click here to learn more: https://www.qcsd.org/o/qcsd/page/before-after-school-care

Dear Quakertown Community School District Families,

We are reaching out to share an update on our before and after school program provider.

Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Right At School, a leading provider of high-quality before- and after-school enrichment programs, will offer before- and after-school programming to Kindergarten through 6th grade students beginning the first day of school, August 31, 2026.

Please click here to learn more:
https://www.qcsd.org/article/3018519

Does your family need Before-School or After-School for the 2026-2027 School Year? Introducing our new provider: RIGHT AT SCHOOL

Families can enroll in any combination of before-and/or after-school programs. Enrollment in the programs is open throughout the year. As applicable, tuition can be fully paid at the time of registration or be automatically billed based on the payment plan option available during registration.

Click the link below to learn more:
https://www.qcsd.org/o/qcsd/page/before-after-school-care

FREE SUMMER LUNCHES FOR KIDS & TEENS!

When school is out, nutritious meals are still available, thanks to the St. Luke's University Health Network Summer Meals Program, free lunches are available to all children and teens ages 18 and younger throughout the summer. No registration is required.

Quakertown Location:
Free Fall Action Park
670 S. Main Street
Quakertown, PA 18951
(Across the street from the Sixth Grade Center)

When: June 15 – August 22

Days and Times: Monday–Friday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Note: No meals will be served on July 4.

In addition to lunch, children will receive a bag of non-perishable food each Friday to help support families over the weekend. Families will also be connected with fresh, local produce through the Quakertown Farmers Market.

Please help us spread the word so every child in our community has access to healthy meals this summer!

To learn more click below:
https://www.slhn.org/blog/2025/summer-meals-for-school-age-children?fbclid=IwY2xjawSgvQJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFwQmFOaDVjeWZ6dGtVVUxVc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkANhE4AX1Curaw9q_4F8x1d-upWYYhPIESPMn1U1eLF-xZHTnkdWMDyqUSY_aem_diFyf06PspE_kqi27M0uwg

Pfaff Beach Day is one of the most treasured days of the year for our students. For the past six years Indian Valley Bulk Carriers inc has donated sand for our Pumas to have an authentic beach day, and we can't thank them enough for their generosity.

We also want to thank Milford Township - for removing our sand for the past 15 years and placing it at the Molasses Creek Volleyball courts. Just check out this Before (at beach day) and After (the sand is gone!).

We are truly grateful for these community partnerships and can't thank you enough for making this day possible for our students!

This week, our graduating seniors participated in the "Senior Strut," where they returned to their former elementary schools: Neidig, QE, Pfaff, Richland, and Trumbauersville to walk the hallways and see former teachers.

Seniors were welcomed with cheers, high-fives, and smiles from current students celebrating their upcoming graduation. For some seniors, the day was especially meaningful as they reunited with younger siblings currently attending their former schools. A few even celebrated the occasion with a piggyback ride through the hallways.

These visits provided a wonderful opportunity to reflect on how far our seniors have come and to inspire our youngest learners as they continue their own educational journeys. Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Pfaff End-of-Year Activities:

The end of the school year brings many exciting celebrations for our staff and students. Please mark your calendars and be on the lookout for emails/Seesaw messages from your children's homeroom teachers for specific information for each grade, for each activity:

-Friday, May 29th is Pfaff's Field Day
-Friday, June 5th is Pfaff's Fifth Grade Event
-Friday, June 5th is the Pfaff PTO's Annual Carnival, 6pm
-Monday, June 8th is Pfaff's Beach Day

Are you looking for a music opportunity for your student this summer? Check out Quakertown’s Summer Music Academy (SMA)! The SMA is part of the QCSD Summer Camps program and is available to QCSD and non-QCSD grade school students. It is designed to help student musicians work on their skills throughout the summer. Click below to get the details! Registration closes Friday, May 22, 2026. This is a strict cut-off date; no registrations will be accepted after this date!

Sign up today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAswTx0T_R5HNSfnW5UUEzMIYK2WCqFlYRDmqMvsqQMUsRAg/viewform

Did you know May is Mental Health Awareness Month? Your family's mental health matters! Join us for a FREE virtual online session with a licensed therapist on Tuesday, May 12 at 8PM.

This is a safe and supportive opportunity for families to ask questions, learn about available mental health resources, and gain helpful strategies to support emotional wellness at home.

No matter where you are in your journey, you are not alone — help, guidance, and support are available.

- Tuesday, May 12
- 8:00 PM
- Virtual Session | Free for Families

We encourage all families to attend and take advantage of this valuable opportunity.

To register, click below:
https://tinyurl.com/3cwwbjum

And for more mental health resources, please visit:
https://www.qcsd.org/page/mental-health-resources