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Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Dates & Times

The Warren County School District is again offering the federally funded Summer Food Service Program this summer. Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered through the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the program provides free meals and snacks to all children 18 years of age and younger at approved sites across Warren County. No registration or income requirements are necessary.

Sites include:
– Beaty Warren Middle School, breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday from June 9 through Aug. 8. Breakfast hours are 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. with lunch from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
– Warren Area Elementary Center, bagged breakfast and lunch, Monday through Friday from June 9 through Aug. 8. Breakfast is from 8 to 8:30 a.m. with lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
– Lacy Park & Playground, bagged lunch only, Monday through Friday from June 16 through Aug. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to noon.
– Crescent Park, bagged lunch only, Monday through Friday from June 16 through Aug. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to noon.
– Sheffield Township Park, bagged lunch only, Monday through Friday from June 16 through Aug. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to noon.

All sites will be closed from July 1-4 for the Fourth of July holiday.

Children are encouraged to arrive early at playground sites to help staff order the appropriate number of meals. All meals must be eaten on-site, and menus will be available online at www.wcsdpa.org under the “Summer Food Service Program” tab.. The district will announce any changes to dates, times, or sites via signage, its website, mobile app, and the Warren County School District Facebook page.

The program is a collaboration between the Warren County School District, city of Warren and Sheffield Township. Organizations offering summer programming and interested in becoming a Summer Food Service Program site can call Jones at 814-723-6900 or email jonesm@wcsdpa.org.

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2025 SUN Bucks Program Information The Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT), or SUN Bucks Program, was authorized by Congress in 2022. The program, through participating agencies, provides $40 per summer month per child to families with eligible school-age children to buy groceries. The Pennsylvania Departments of Human Services (DHS) and Education (PDE) are jointly responsible for overseeing the SUN Bucks program in Pennsylvania, under the guidance of the USDA. Each household will receive a $120 SUN Bucks benefit per eligible child, equivalent to $40 per month for June-August. SUN Bucks benefits are issued at the household level. DHS follows a hierarchy of where benefits are issued: the family’s state EBT card (ACCESS) if available, otherwise the family’s previously-issued SUN Bucks EBT card if available, otherwise a new SUN Bucks EBT card. Most families will not need to apply for 2025 SUN Bucks since the bulk of eligible students are captured automatically by 1) being eligible for free/reduced meals at NSLP/SBP schools, or 2) if they didn’t attend an NSLP/SBP school, by being on the state’s direct-certified list and of compulsory school age. Families with questions about whether their child is automatically eligible or if they need to apply should use the Eligibility Navigator tool on the DHS website. The self-guided series of questions tells the family if a child is automatically eligible, not eligible, or if they should apply for SUN Bucks. Please review the resources below for more information on the SUN Bucks Program. - DHS SUN Bucks website – https://www.dhs.pa.gov/sunbucks - DHS Statewide Customer Service Center – (877) 395-8930, or (215) 560-7226 in Philadelphia - SUN Bucks family flyers (found at the bottom of the DHS SUN Bucks website) - CAO locator: https://www.dhs.pa.gov/services/assistance/pages/cao-contact.aspx - Summer EBT Income Eligibility Guidelines: https://bestpractices.nokidhungry.org/resource/sebt-income-eligibilityguidelines - Pre-recorded FAQ line for families – (877) 762-1575

Navigating Social Media and Gaming Apps Safely Age recommendations alone are insufficient to ensure your child has a positive experience with social media apps and online games. Following our ABC model (safe Access, clear Boundaries, and open Communication) will help keep your child safe online. https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/navigating-social-media-and-gaming-apps-safely

Due to pending Severe Weather all after school activities have been cancelled for today, 4/29/2025.

Just a reminder: There is No School for students on Thursday, April 17th - Monday, April 21st.

Dear Parents and Guardians, Please click the link to see the upcoming dates for PSSAs and Keystones. Please note which test(s) your child will be taking based on their grade level and current course load. https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2985/WCSD/3540991/Overview_of_Assessment_Calendar_2024.2025.pdf

Learn about Online Gaming and discover expert answers to the questions that matter most to parents. Read https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/online-gaming-faqs and learn how to: Address your concerns about excessive gaming Navigate and control in-game spending Implement practical strategies to help protect your child's online safety

Registration is now open for Warren County Summer Music School being held at Beaty-Warren Middle School June 9th-June 27th from 8:10-12:10. This is for students who will be entering grade 5 through adults. https://www.wcsms.org/

Don't miss this amazing show! You have two more chances to see it. Showtimes are today, Saturday, March 15th, at 2 PM and 7 PM. The WCSD Jr. Musical presents The Addams Family! This spooky, kooky, and fun-filled production is sure to delight audiences of all ages! Come out and support our talented cast and crew for a show you won't want to miss! Skip the lines and get your tickets online. Click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/WarrenCountySchoolDistrictPA/districtevents

Just a reminder: There is No School for students on Monday, March 17th.

Did you miss seeing the WCSD Jr. Musical: The Addams Family last night? Not to worry, you still have three more opportunities to see it. The WCSD Jr. Musical presents The Addams Family! This spooky, kooky, and fun-filled production is sure to delight audiences of all ages! Showtimes: Friday, March 14 - Saturday, March 15: 7:00 pm and Saturday, March 15: 2:00 pm (Matinee Performance). Come out and support our talented cast and crew for a show you won't want to miss! Skip the lines and get your tickets online. Click the link for online sales: https://www.msbtickets.com/WarrenCountySchoolDistrictPA/districtevents

Just a reminder there is No School for students on Monday, March 10th.

Essential actions to safeguard your child's digital world: Read https://wcsdpa.onlinesafetyhub.io/parent/articles/top-tips-to-protect-your-child-s-digital-privacy and learn how to: Teach your child how to safely download apps & games Explain "Cookies" (not the delicious kind) to help your child make more informed decisions Cultivate lifelong online safety habits

Weekly Math Fun: Exploring Math Through Music! 🎶➕🎵 This week, combine music and math for a fun, hands-on learning experience! Rhythm and patterns in music naturally reinforce counting, sequencing, and fractions, making math more engaging and memorable. Math Skills in Music: 🥁 Counting & Skip Counting – Clapping or tapping along to a beat strengthens number sense and multiplication fluency.🎼 Fractions in Music – Whole, half, and quarter notes provide a real-world way to explore fractions and division.🔁 Patterns & Sequences – Repeating rhythms help kids understand predictable sequences and mathematical structures.🎤 Creative Expression – Making up songs or rhythms adds a fun, interactive way to practice math facts. No instruments needed—just clap, stomp, or tap along! Stay tuned for next week’s post, where we’ll bring math into another exciting hands-on activity! 🎶✨📐

It has come to our attention that a student in the district has a confirmed case of pertussis (whooping cough). Pertussis is a highly contagious disease that is spread through the air when an infected person sneezes or coughs. Pertussis begins with cold symptoms and a cough which becomes much worse over 1-2 weeks. Symptoms usually include a long series of coughs (“coughing fits”) followed by a whooping noise. The cough is often worse at night and cough medicines usually do not help alleviate the cough. The Pennsylvania Department of Health strongly recommends anyone with symptoms promptly contact your child’s doctor. Please refer to the link provided on our website for more information on pertussis. https://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/signs-symptoms/index.html

🏃‍♀️🌱 Healthy Kids, Healthy Future: Wellness Tips for Families! 🌱🏃‍♂️ Dear Families, Our Wellness Committee is committed to supporting the health and well-being of all students and families in our district! As part of our initiative, we will be sharing practical health and wellness tips to help parents promote healthy habits at home—from nutrition and physical activity to mental well-being and sleep routines. Stay tuned for periodic wellness tips and simple steps you can take to help your child stay healthy, active, and ready to learn! Let’s work together to build a healthier future for our kids! 💙

All after school activities are canceled today, Febrary 13th. All schedules games and practices are postponed or canceled. This excludes any team who has already left for their event.

See attched image on American Red Cross: Adult & Pediatric 1st Aid/CPR/AED training for parents/guardians of WCSD students or WCSD students 17 years or older.

❄️ Snow Day Makeup Reminder❄️ Due to the snow days on December 5th and February 6th, school WILL be in session on: 📅 February 14th 📅 May 23rd Please plan accordingly! ⏳📚 #MakeupDays #SchoolInSession