Pfaff Elementary School

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

Thank you to everyone who has taken a moment to recognize our incredible Pfaff teachers! 🎉

There’s just one day left to submit! All messages will be shared with our school staff as a reminder of the impact they make every day!

Take a moment to share some positivity, like this message for Mr. Wolfinger:

“Thanks for helping me learn and grow (Mr. Wolfinger). You are the best teacher!
- Scarlett, 5th Grade

Don't miss your chance; click here to send your message of thanks today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSIMftwBr0kVg_jW9l-5T4g8-xGWNOFb9DbD_Rie_5MZdWTg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101106225192949971252

You're invited to join us this weekend for creativity, talent, and energy at the annual K–12 Art Showcase! The halls of Quakertown Community High School will be transformed with incredible student artwork from across the district, and the stage will come alive with a truly impressive cast and crew.
- 5/8 - QCSD Annual Art Show from 6pm - 8pm at QCHS
- 5/9 - QCSD Annual Art Show from 12pm - 8pm at QCHS

Take a sneak peek at our talented artists by clicking below:
https://www.flipsnack.com/FDDD99F6AED/qcsd-art-works-sample-2026

Don’t forget—Teacher Appreciation Week is still underway, and we’re continuing to celebrate our incredible educators across QCSD! There’s still time to share a kind message for your Pfaff teacher, past or present, like this one we received for Mrs. Kelly:

“Mrs. Kelly has gone above and beyond to show extreme patience and kindness for our son, Jackson! She has such a beautiful heart and has been so caring and has given Jackson such a wonderful education this year in 1st grade! He learns something new every day! Mrs. Kelly is so patient and allows Jackson to be able to grow while still helping him through all of life’s big emotions! Thank you, Mrs. Kelly! You are one of a kind and will always hold a place in our family’s heart!! Teachers who love teaching teach kids to love learning!”

-Ashley Landes (Jackson’s mom)

Thank you, Mrs. Kelly for all that you do!!

This week, we are celebrating teachers from across the QCSD for Teacher Appreciation Week! Join the celebration and send a kind note to your Pfaff teacher, past or present, and we’ll make sure they receive it! You may even see it posted here, like this kind message for Mrs. Robbins from one of her past families:

“I love how Mrs. Robbins is able to ignite the passion for learning in her students."

-The Maines Family

THANK YOU, MRS. ROBBINS, FOR ALL THAT YOU DO!!

To send your Pfaff teacher a note of thanks, simply click the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSIMftwBr0kVg_jW9l-5T4g8-xGWNOFb9DbD_Rie_5MZdWTg/viewform

Today is a very special day at Pfaff Elementary —it's Principal Appreciation Day! Thank you, Dr. Thompson, for everything you do for Pfaff Elementary. Each and every day, you go above and beyond to support your staff and students, and it shows. Thank you for creating such a positive learning environment where students and teachers can thrive.
WE APPRECIATE YOU!
Have an amazing day—you deserve it!

🚌 Happy School Bus Driver Appreciation Day!
Today, we want to take a moment to recognize our amazing school bus drivers! Thank you for all you do, helping our students get to school and home safely every day! 💙

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4th - 8th
Our teachers go above and beyond to inspire, support, and guide our students. Now, it's time to let them know we care! Share your stories, compliments, and kind words about your QCSD teacher (past or present), and we’ll make sure they receive your message of appreciation.

Simply click the link below and tell us all about your QCSD Super Star. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate the heart of our schools—our amazing teachers.

Click here to send your message:
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Happy Administrative Professionals' Day to our Pfaff Super Hero—Barbara Chadwick!
Thank you for your organization, professionalism, and support of all our students, staff, and families. Your hard work and commitment to Pfaff Elementary are felt every day. Thank you for all you do!

Ask a Therapist Live is coming up fast on April 21st at 8pm online. Got burning questions about parenting, relationships, or your child's well-being?

Join us for Ask a Therapist Live with our renowned family therapist, Dr. Kevin Skinner. Participants anonymously submit questions to receive thoughtful, personalized answers.

Click here to register:
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Got burning questions about parenting, relationships, or your child's well-being? Submit them anonymously before or during a live session with a skilled therapist who provides thoughtful, personalized answers to as many questions as possible.

Sign-up for free here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kIBAWpQVQWiH__vVXuWVBw#/registration

Why should you be excited? Because it's YOUR chance to:

1. Gain expert advice: Everyone can use help navigating the complexities of parenthood

2. Ask questions anonymously: Feel free to ask anything without fear, as all questions are submitted anonymously. Your privacy is our priority!

3. Be part of a supportive community: Connect with fellow parents facing similar challenges, and let's foster a network of understanding and empathy.

Mark your calendars for the session on April 21st at 8PM and get ready to embark on a journey to improve self-discovery and family well-being!

This week, we want to thank our amazing Assistant Principal - Dr. Monica Kenyon!

From mentoring future school leaders to fostering inclusivity in our school communities, we are grateful for your dedication to our students, staff, and parents. Thank you for shaping our school culture and fortifying our entire school community from the inside out!

Today, and every day, we thank Dr. Kenyon for her unwavering commitment to our Pfaff Elementary!

Yesterday, our student council had some April Fool's Day fun with Dr. Thompson. Notorious for their delicious baked goods at their early morning meetings, students decided to give him a tray of “brown E’s” … cleverly disguised in a baking dish. But don’t worry, they gave him a real muffin to enjoy as well!
Happy April Fool's Day!

“Meet The Instruments Night” and parent meeting will be held Tuesday April 21st from 6-7:00pm at Strayer Middle School. This event is for any student who might like to learn a musical instrument next year in the band and orchestra program! (Current band and orchestra students do not need to attend this event unless you are considering learning a new instrument.)

At "Meet the Instruments Night" your child will get to try out their top 3 instrument choices before you enroll in the program and get an instrument for them. Parents will also learn more about the QCSD band and orchestra program, get to meet the teachers, learn about instrument rentals, and ask any questions.

You must pre-register for this event, so we will know our anticipated attendance and can provide the correct amount of supplies (mouthpieces, reeds, etc.).

Please click the link below to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp6cv8KWKc_RzqztqbtccME9wXF0wfzLUHlRczFxORMjmIcw/viewform

*Registering for “Meet The Instruments Night” does not enroll your child in the program. It simply allows the students an opportunity to try out the instruments before you rent, purchase, or borrow an instrument.

If you have questions, please contact your school’s music teacher. Visit qcsd.org/music and click the CONTACT page to find their contact information.

There’s an instrument for everyone, we just need to find the right fit for your child!

The students and families of Pfaff Elementary have gone above and beyond to help fight childhood hunger. Over the past month, they collected cereal boxes to donate to the Bean Bag Food Program.

The goal was 100 boxes…

Our Pfaff community exceeded expectations! Thank you for your generosity and support of others—what an incredible sight in the lobby.

Every student and family should feel extremely Pfaff Proud!

REMINDER!

There is no school on Friday, March 13th, for QCSD students for a Professional Development Day for staff.

Have a great weekend, Panthers!

We want to connect with you! Let us know which social media platforms you use and how you use them, so we can better communicate with our community.

Click the link below to take this quick survey and give us the insight we need to better connect with you:
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Join us Monday, March 9th at 5:15pm for our monthly Education Committee Meeting, located at 100 Commerce Drive, Quakertown, PA 18951 or join us online, where the meeting will be live-streamed here:
https://youtube.com/live/4Zs3EEVhij0?feature=share

Happy Read Across America Week, Pfaff Elementary!

Today, we want to thank third-grader Isaac for sharing his book recommendation, “The Percy Jackson Series,” by Rick Riordan.
Isaac wanted to recommend the entire Percy Jackson series because “It is so GOOD!! Super entertaining, and really fun to read!” When asked what his favorite part in the series was, Isaac shared, “When he jumps off a bridge and learns he can breathe underwater.”

Thank you, Isaac, for this wonderful recommendation and for helping us celebrate Read Across America Week!