Custodian – Full-time, 2nd Shift SMS
Custodian - Full-time, second shift (2pm-10pm) at Shikellamy Middle School Qualifications: You must possess a current valid driver’s license for the State of Pennsylvania. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. The individual must have the ability: To communicate effectively, using the English language both orally [...]
Cook – Part-time 3.0 Hours per day
Cook - Part-time 3 hours per day - at Priestley Elementary School Qualifications: Education shall consist of no less than a high school diploma or GED or a minimum of three (3) years of satisfactory prior experience in food service work. Also, the willingness to and ability to perform the tasks required for the position in a designated period of time. The following skills and attributes must be documented [...]
Anticipated Long Term Math Sub
The following anticipated position is available at the Middle School Anticipated Long-Term 6th Grade Mathematics substitute for the Remaining School year, Starting March 11th. Elementary or Mathematics Certification is required . All interested candidates should submit a letter of interest to: Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd., Sunbury, Pa 17801 Job will be posted until filled
Remote Fridays Update Letter
Please use the Button Link below for information pertaining to the Remote Fridays Update! Remote Friday Memorandum
Anticipated long Term Math Sub
The following anticipated position is available at the High School Anticipated Long Term Mathematics substitute for the remaining school year, starting February 8, 2o21. 7-12th Mathematics Certification is required. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, Pa Standard application certificate, official transcripts, Praxis scores, four letters of recommendations, State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearances and Mandated Reporter Certificate to: Shikellamy School District Dr. Jason S. Bendle, [...]
SESPA Contract Information-Updated 01/14/2020
Please use the Button Link below for information pertaining to the SESPA Contract Negotiations. SESPA Contract Information
Student Handbook
http://shikbraves.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/2020-2021-Student-Handbook.pdf
RFP – for Services
Document is below. Use Right click and Save As to save to your device. 2021-01-04 Word Version of Proposal and Affidavit.docx
High School Physics Teaching Position
The following position is available at the High School [...]
Varsity Golf Coach
The following coaching position is available for the 2021 School year: Varsity Golf Coach The duties will include, but not limited to the following: *Being responsible for all game and practice preparation and coaching * All administrative duties including all department paperwork and policies *Team evaluation and selection Applicants should send [...]
Fall Book Fair
Click on the link below for information on our Fall Book Fair. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/beckelementaryschool
Anticipated Spanish Teacher
The following position will be available for the 2020-2021 School year: Spanish Teacher Appropriate Certification Required Please submit letter of interest, resume, Pa Standard Application, certificate, official transcripts, Praxis scores, four letters of recommendation, State Police Criminal Record check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Certificate to: Shikellamy School District Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 Job will be [...]
Skilled Maintenance Technician/Vehicle Mechanic
Skilled Maintenance Technician/Vehicle Mechanic Full-time, second shift, 3pm-11pm Qualifications: Education shall consist of a high school diploma, with preference given to those candidates who provide documentation of successful completion of post secondary education in one or more building trades or facilities maintenance disciplines. This person shall display the ability to effectively apply his/her expertise to the maintenance operations of the district as well as attain a satisfactory score on [...]
Custodian – High School/IPAC
Custodian - full-time, second shift positions at Shikellamy High School/IPAC 3:00pm-6:45pm Shikellamy High School 7:00pm-11:00pm IPAC Qualifications: You must possess a current valid driver’s license for the State of Pennsylvania. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. The individual must have the ability: To communicate effectively, [...]
Custodian Positions
Custodian - 2 full-time, second shift positions at Shikellamy High School 3:00pm-11:00pm Qualifications: You must possess a current valid driver’s license for the State of Pennsylvania. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. The individual must have the ability: To communicate effectively, using the English language [...]
Remote/Virtual Learners Survey
Please click below to take a brief survey regarding your experience with Remote/Virtual Learning. Please fill out the survey with your child and submit by 10/30/20. Thank you for your time and feedback. Go Braves!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1O1a_PV6fvWnKVEaSPU_mOijHOtmKD62vELd5H2W1BqM/edit?usp=sharing
PES Faculty
Ryan Albertson albertsonr@shikbraves.org Oriana Auman aumano@shikbraves.org Michele Aurand aurandm@shikbraves.org Greg Baney baneyg@shikbraves.org Lorie Becker beckerl@shikbraves.org Joshua Beddall beddallj@shikbraves.org Cody Bottiger bottigerc@shikbraves.org Stephanie Bowman bowmans@shikbraves.org Ryan Bucher bucherr@shikbraves.org Roy Burns burnsr@shikbraves.org Angela Derr derra@shikbraves.org Jordan Dunkelberger dunkelbergerj@shikbraves.org Bria Felmy felmyb@shikbraves.org Minda Fogarty fogartym@shikbraves.org Mary Hepner hepnerm@shikbraves.org David Hoffman hoffmand@shikbraves.org Lori Kenney kenneyl@shikbraves.org Crystal Killmon killmonc@shikbraves.org Heather Krouse krouseh@shikbraves.org Mark Lenig lenigm@shikbraves.org Alaina Morrison morrisonae@shikbraves.org Mary Neidig neidigm@shikbraves.org Suzanne Nickler nicklers@shikbraves.org [...]
Cafeteria Aide/Lunch Aide Shikellamy Middle School
The following position is available at Shikellamy Middle School Cafeteria Aide/Lunch Aide - Part-time, 2.5 hours per day Shikellamy Employees who are interested in this position, please apply in writing to: Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd Sunbury, Pa 17801 Job will be posted until filled
Bell Schedule
2020 Bell Schedule w_COVID allowance - Google Docs
Learning Support Aide
The following position is available at Shikellamy High School Learning Support Aide - 6.25 hour position Candidates interested, please apply in writing to: Dr. Jason S Bendle, District Superintendent 200 Island Boulevard Sunbury, PA 17801 Job will be posted until filled
Anticipated Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Position
Anticipated Social Studies Long-Term Substitute Position Shikellamy High School All interested candidates should submit Letter of interest to: Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent - 200 Island Blvd, Sunbury, PA 17801 Emails will not be accepted Job will be posted until filled
Weekend Lunch Program
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Half Day Busing
Dear Students, On Wednesday, our first early dismissal, we will be using 12 buses for the early dismissal days. Some of our bus runs will now be combined together. Combined buses will have a magnet located next to the bus door. Example: Students who ride Bus #1 and Bus #3 will now be on one bus together. The magnet will show 1 & 3. All students should look for the magnet [...]
Girls Ivy League Basketball Notice
The 20 -21 Girl’s Ivy League season that normally starts in September will start after the Boy’s Ivy League ends in February. Due to the restrictions mandated by the Government, we feel it is in our best interest to schedule the league then, and hopefully the restrictions will be lifted. Announcements will be made in the Elementary Schools, Middle School, and the District’s Facebook page. Any questions feel free to [...]
Junior High Girls Basketball Coach
The following athletic position is available for the 2020-2021 School year: Junior High Girls Basketball Coach Applicants should send a letter of interest electronically to: Cathy Kolovich, HR. Admin. Asst, at kolovichc@shikbraves.org
Certified Teaching Substitutes
Certified Teaching Substitutes for all grade levels Teaching Certification is required All interested candidates should submit application packet to: Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 Emails will not be accepted
Senior Pictures
Lifetouch and Prestige Portraits will be taking senior portraits on September 8th, 9th, and 10th in our auditorium. You should have received an appointment card in the mail from Lifetouch and Prestige Portraits to schedule your photography session for yearbook photos. You are under no obligation to purchase the photos if you do not want to, but these are the photos that will go in the senior section of our [...]
SHS Remote Learning- Guidance
Dear Students, I hope you are doing well. The following is a document that will help guide you in this new world of Remote Learning. Please understand that we are learning together. As we discover areas that need to change or improve, we will update this guidance. Please be patient as we navigate this new world together with you. Thank you! All the best, Mr Freeman Daily Attendance Each student [...]
Lunch Aide
The following position is available at the Shikellamy High School Lunch Aide - Part time, 3 hours per day Shikellamy employees who are interested in this position, please apply in writing to: Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent Job will be posted until filled
Virtual Academy Links
Getting Started Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-fDDCmBJ5k4iLtCF8jDtbvIAt0cAdnpD/view Login and Account Information All students will receive a username and password through email to the parents prior to the first day of school. Students will use this link to begin: http://caiu.geniussis.com Here is a video for first time logon training: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxrNb4QGKjM&feature=youtu.be Student Orientation for Accelerate Education: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-fDDCmBJ5k4iLtCF8jDtbvIAt0cAdnpD/view?usp=sharing
Spanish & English Teacher
The following position will be available for the 2020-2021 School year: Spanish & English Teacher Appropriate Certification Required Please submit letter of interest, resume, Pa Standard Application, certificate, official transcripts, Praxis scores, four letters of recommendation, State Police Criminal Record check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Certificate to: Shikellamy School District Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 Job [...]
Primary Interventionist Specialist
PRIMARY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST Priestley , 5.0 Hours Per Day K - 5 Classroom Experience, Elementary Certification Preferred Responsible to support primary-aged students in reading in the Elementary Classroom Please submit a letter of interest to Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent Shikellamy School District, 200 Island Boulevard, Sunbury, PA 17801 [...]
Title IX Information
District Level Title IX Coordinator - Dr. Jason Bendle- bendlej@shikbraves.org 570-286-3721 ext. 2102 Building Level Title IX Coordinator - Mr. Marc Freeman - freemanm@shikbraves.org - 570-286-3700 ext. 2363
6-12th Virtual Academy Registration
Please click the link below to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1LJpFSeT3QEKuLrsd-W2LlB34nvdIxp5bJQ1D0OseDOs/edit
Chromebook Pick-up
HS Chromebook pick up times and dates ACE/SU- Friday Aug 14th- 11-3pm HS Auditorium Lobby 12th grade- Monday Aug 17th 11-3pm HS Auditorium Lobby 11th grade- Tuesday Aug 18th 11-3pm HS Auditorium Lobby 10th grade- Wednesday Aug 19th 11-3pm HS Auditorium Lobby 9th grade- Thursday Aug 20th 11-3pm HS Auditorium Lobby
2020 Senior Athletes – Daily Item
COVID-19 is continuing to steal from the events and milestones of our children and young adults that define their childhood years. With the uncertainty of the upcoming sports seasons being restricted or even cancelled we want to make sure that our valley athletes know that we support them. Watching your child play a sport they love is one of the great blessings of parenthood. The thrill is both vicarious and [...]
Anticipated Secondary French & English Teacher
The following position will be available for the 2020-2021 School year: Secondary French & English Teacher Appropriate Certification Required Please submit letter of interest, resume, Pa Standard Application, certificate, official transcripts, Praxis scores, four letters of recommendation, State Police Criminal Record check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Certificate to: Shikellamy School District Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 Job will be posted [...]
Sapphire Parent Portal Registration
If your student was enrolled in school last year, you do not need to re-register your student unless an action to withdraw the student was initiated. For the 2020-2021 school year, we are moving from PowerSchool to Sapphire for our student information system. You will need to register on Sapphire to obtain access to your student's records. You can start by clicking here and following the prompts to register [...]
Reopening Plan Parent Meetings
In an effort to answer questions and provide the opportunity for parents feedback related to the Reopening Plan, the following meetings have been scheduled. These meetings will be held at the Shikellamy High School Football Stadium. PLEASE NOTE: Should there be rain on your building's assigned time, the meeting will be rescheduled. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - 4:30 p.m. Beck Parent Meeting Wednesday, July 22, 2020 - 4:30 p.m. Chief [...]
School Reopening Plan
This plan is a fluid document and will be revised as information and mandates are provided during COVID19 pandemic. The Shikellamy Board of Education is committed to approve the document as it is updated during each of their monthly board meetings.
Assistant Varsity Girls Basketball Coach
Applicants should sent a letter of interest electronically to: Cathy Kolovich, HR Adm, at kolovichc@shikbraves.org, by August 1, 2020
Counselors Summer Schedule
Mrs. Elizabeth Deitrich (has students with last name starting with A-G) 570-286-3702 deitriche@shikbraves.org Summer Hours- June 15th-19th, July 1, 15, 29th, August 3rd and 12th, and August 18-20th Mr. Fred Coleman (has students with last name starting with H-R) 570-286-3702 colemanf@shikbraves.org Summer Hours- June 15th-19th, August 10-13th, and August 18th-20th Mr. Rob Donlan (has students with last name starting with S-Z) 570-286-3702 donlanr@shikbraves.org Summer Hours- June 15th-19th, August 3-6th, and [...]
Graduation Video Premiere
To the Class of 2020 and Parents..On our Shikellamy HS webpage is a link under upcoming events for our Graduation Commencement Video for the Class of 2020. This is for anyone who is unable to attend the showing of the Graduation at Point Twp Drive-In. The video is set to premier for Thursday June 25th at 9pm on our District Youtube page, the same time the video will be shown [...]
Summer Food Meal Information
SUMMER FOODS All SFAs must inform families about the availability and location of free meals for students via the Summer Food Service Program. This is required even if the SFA is not participating in the Summer Food Program. Schools may fulfill this requirement through postings on the school's website, Robo calls, flyers or other methods that notify the community of locations of summer meal sites. A publication template is [...]
Student Registration Location
Beginning March 1, 2020, all new student enrollments for children entering kindergarten through 12th grade will be done at the Island Park Administration Center. Please call 570-286-3721 extension 2133
Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2020
Due to the extended closure of schools, the Shikellamy School Board adopted the following minimum graduation requirements according to PA School Code for the Class of 2020 on May 14, 2020: 4 English credits 3 Mathematics credits 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 2 Arts and/or Humanities credits 1 Health and Physical Education credits + 5 elective credits
2020-2021 Proposed Final General Fund Budget
RESOLUTION SHIKELLAMY SCHOOL DISTRICT SUNBURY PA Notice is hereby given that the Shikellamy School District Board of Education has approved the 2020-21 Proposed Final General Fund Budget showing Expenditures of $51,099,426.00, and a copy will be available for inspection at the Island Park Administration Center of the Shikellamy School District, 200 Island Boulevard, Sunbury, Pennsylvania, as well as the School District’s website (www.shikbraves.org), at least 20 days prior to final adoption [...]
Budget Information and Items Under Consideration by Shikellamy School District
Budget Information Budget deficit for 20-21 is $2.5 million at best The state has said they will be flat funding school districts or worse for 20-21 (this is a minimum loss of approximately $300,000 dollars from Governor Wolf’s proposed budget) The COVID-19 situation will have a negative impact on Earned Income Tax collections and could result in an additional $500,000 to $1 million dollar loss in 20-21 There is proposed [...]
Mental Health Resources during COVID19
Below is a resource list of mental health services available to our students and families.
Frequently Asked Questions During School Closure
Click before for answers to some frequently asked questions related to the school closure.
Educational Hard Copy Distribution Schedule
Educational hard copy packets will be distributed as follows HS materials will be distributed on April 14th through 17th from 11:30am to 12pm outside of Cafeteria Entrance on Walnut St. Middle School materials will be distributed April 14 at the front entrance from 10am - 12 pm And April 15th at the HS Cafeteria from 11:00 am to 1pm Elementary materials will be distributed from your child’s school April 14 [...]
General Maintenance Worker
General Maintenance Worker Full-time, second shift, 3pm-11pm $12.50 / hour with full benefits Qualifications: You must possess a current valid driver’s license for the State of Pennsylvania. This person shall display the ability to effectively apply his/her expertise to the maintenance operations of the district as well as attain a satisfactory score on an aptitude test of general building trades and maintenance knowledge. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be [...]
Information on COVID#19
Click HERE to read a page that offers information about COVID #19, which has been prepared by our school nurses.
Resources for Free/Low-Cost Internet during COVID-19 Pandemic
There are many internet service providers that are now offering free hi-speed internet service during this COVID-19 Pandemic. Below you will find a link that will explain a handful of options for families without internet service or those with inadequate internet service. These providers are offering free service for 60 days. When phoning a provider to discuss your needs, be sure to ask them as many questions as possible and [...]
Shikellamy Continuity of Education
Yesterday Governor Wolf announced that school districts are closed indefinitely. Shikellamy remains optimistic that we will be about to return to school at some point this school year. We are asking parents to assist us with keeping students academically engaged throughout the closure. During the school closure, the District has implemented an instructional plan in phases: Phase 1: A 2 week instructional plan on March 12. Phase 2: A list of resources [...]
Resources for Parents/Students during the COVID#19 School Closures
In an effort to help you keep learning, click on the attached links at the bottom of this page for educational resources. Stay healthy and keep learning. Elementary Online Resources.pdf High School Online Resources.pdf Middle School Online Resources.pdf
COVID-19 Message from Dr. Bendle
Monday, April 6, 2020 No food service will be provided on Friday April 10 and Monday April 13, as the district will be closed. Two days of food will be provided on Wednesday and Thursday Week of April 13 Shikellamy School District's breakfast and school lunch program will be altered to the following for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday: Sites: Shikellamy MS (11-12:30 p.m.) Shikellamy HS (11-12:30 p.m.) Sunbury Community Center [...]
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Here is a link to the Center for Disease Control, which will provide you with helpful information related to the COVID -19 Here is a link to the World Health Organization (WHO), which will provide you with helpful information related to the COVID -19 The first lines of defense against all pathogens is still to simply wash our hands, use water-less hand sanitizer and clean our shared surfaces. Here is [...]
Student Art Open House
Representative Lynda Schlegel Culver will be hosting a Student Art Open House at her office on March 10, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Representative Culver's office is located at 106 Arch Street in Sunbury. Download the flyer Here
SSD Comprehensive Plan 07/01/2020 – 06/30/2023
Click on the file below to view the comprehensive plan.
Marking Period Dates
Below is the schedule for Marking Period Dates for the 2019-2020 school year. Please be aware that these dates may change due to bad weather. Updated: SHIKELLAMY SCHOOL DISTRICT MARKING PERIOD DATES 2019-2020 1st Marking Period Lack of Progress Forms due Thursday, October 3, 2019 End of Marking Period Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Report Cards Distributed Thursday, November [...]
Lunch/Breakfast Program
We are pleased to inform you that the Shikellamy School District is continuing in the lunch program known as the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) in the 2019-2020 school year. This program is available to schools/districts who are participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. For more information on the lunch/breakfast program, please click lunch/breakfast program. If we can be of any further assistance, please contact Mr. [...]
Cyber Bullying
Please visit this website: https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/Education/Cyber_Bullying/ for more information. Janene M Holter, Senior Supervisory Special Agent of the Attorney General's Office of Public Engagement
Athletic PIAA Sports Physicals
Please click HERE and download the correct Sports Physical for your sport. When downloading a form, please read carefully as there is three (3) different forms you can choose from according to, if, and when you played a sport.
Athletic Calendar
Click HERE for all sport games. Please be aware that these schedules may change due to weather or other unexpected incidents.
Afterschool STEAM Program
Please click Afterschool STEAM Program to print off forms and receive more information about the program.
Sports Physicals
Sports physicals are scheduled in the high school field house as follows: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 6:00pm - Winter Cheerleaders 6:15pm - Girl's Varsity & J.V. Basketball 6:30pm - Boy's 7th, 8th, 9th grade Basketball 6:50pm - Boy's Varsity & J.V. Basketball 7:05pm - Physicals for those athletes who cannot make their schedule time on October 29th. Tuesday, October 29, 2019: 6:00 - Make-Ups for Girl's Winter Sports 6:20pm [...]
McKinney-Vento Homeless Act
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Act guarantees a free and appropriate public education for all homeless children and youth. Federal and state laws make the school district’s responsibility clear. A student whose family becomes homeless may remain in the school he/she was attending prior to becoming homeless for the duration of the school year. If it is feasible, a student may transfer to a school if it is closer to his/her transitional [...]
Guest Teacher/Substitute
Substitute Teacher Training for Education Majors and Guest Teachers: The Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU) is offering a free training focused on training individuals who do not currently hold a Pennsylvania teacher certificate to work as a substitute teacher. The Education Major as Substitute Teacher training will be in combination with the Central Susquehanna Regional Guest Teacher Consortium training. Participants completing the training can work as a substitute teacher in [...]
Substitute Aides
**Immediate Openings for Substitute Aides** Applications are available online and at the Island Park Administration Center located at 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 or call 570-286-3721 ext. 2104 for more information State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Certificate are required before employment begins.
Substitute Custodians
**IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIANS** 1ST AND 2ND SHIFTS Applications are available online and at the Island Park Administration Center located at 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801 or call 570-286-3721 ext. 2104 for more information State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Certificate are required before employment begins.
Substitute Teachers
If you would like to be a substitute teacher for Shikellamy School District, please send: letter of interest resume PA Standard Application certificate official transcripts Praxis scores 4 letters of recommendation State Police Criminal Background Check Child Abuse Clearance FBI Clearance Mandated Reporter Certificate to Dr. Jason S. Bendle, Superintendent, 200 Island Blvd. Sunbury, PA 17801.
Clearance Compliance & Mandated Reporter Training Information for Employees, Coaches, Volunteers
The Shikellamy School District is committed to keeping our children safe. Prior to beginning your work as an employee, coach, or volunteer the law requires clearances and training be completed. The following clearances must be completed. · Report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) https://epatch.state.pa.us/Home.jsp · Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse). https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS Additionally, a fingerprint based federal criminal history (FBI) submitted through [...]
Compulsory Age Requirements
Effective in 2020-2021, all children from the age of six (6) through the age of eighteen (18) must comply with compulsory school attendance requirements. To meet these requirements, parents must ensure that their child between the ages of 6 and 18 is attending or participating in one of the following: a public elementary, middle, or high school; a public charter or cyber-charter school; a private licensed academic or private religious school; [...]
NEW ENROLLMENT/REGISTRATION LOCATION
Beginning July 1, 2019, all new student enrollments for children entering kindergarten through 12th grade will be done at the Shikellamy High School. Please call the main office - 570-286-3721 extension 2363.
Summer Time – Food Bags
Beginning June 13, 2019 food bags will be available for any student of the district on Thursdays for the entire summer months. Bags may be picked up at "A Community Clinic" 344 Market Street, Sunbury between the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm.