Bucks County Intermediate Unit

Students at Bucks IU at Samuel Everitt explored the importance of diversity through an engaging and interactive Diversity Circus experience.

Through hands-on activities and creative demonstrations, students learned about individuality, perspectives, beliefs, and the many qualities that make each person unique. Vice Principal Tracey Wise joined in the fun by getting “cut in half” as part of the assembly!

Join educators and leaders from across Southeastern Pennsylvania for the SE PA MTSS Regional Networking Event!

This dynamic virtual event will bring together participants from seven counties to celebrate progress, share learning experiences, and collaborate on strategic planning for the year ahead.

📅 Tuesday, June 23, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Virtual Event

This networking opportunity is designed to support continued growth and collaboration around Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) while connecting educators committed to student success.

Learn more and register here: https://learn.mciu.org/mtss-virtual-opportunities/

Safety remains a priority across Bucks IU schools and programs. Throughout the school year, Bucks IU staff continue to engage students in meaningful safety-focused activities designed to build awareness, confidence, and preparedness.

At Lower Bucks Early Learning Center, students welcomed Bristol Township Police and Officer Wesley (the dog) for a special visit focused on community safety and positive connections. Students also enjoyed safety-themed read-alouds with the Bucks IU Supervisor of Safety Services.

Meanwhile, students at Samuel Everitt explored the importance of digital safety by creating and displaying informative posters promoting safe online habits.

Recently, the Project SEARCH Banquet was held at the Doylestown Country Club to honor the accomplishments of this year’s interns.

Families, staff, LEAs, and community partners gathered for a memorable evening recognizing the hard work, dedication, and personal growth demonstrated throughout the program. The celebration highlighted the meaningful experiences and valuable skills interns developed as they prepared for future success.

Congratulations to all of our Project SEARCH interns on this incredible achievement and thank you to the many team members and partners who helped make this journey possible!

Congratulations to three members of Bucks IU’s Special Education supervisory team on completing the PAIU Aspiring Leaders Program!

Recognized at the Annual PAIU Conference in Hershey on May 22, 2026, the following leaders successfully completed the year-long leadership development program:

• Stacy Seifert – Supervisor of Early Childhood Programs
• Erin Hodnett – Supervisor of Related Services
• Dr. Monay Legette – Principal, School Aged Services

The PAIU Aspiring Leaders Program prepares emerging IU leaders for future cabinet- and executive-level roles through mentorship, collaboration, and leadership learning experiences across Pennsylvania Intermediate Units.

During a recent speech-language therapy session observation, a student surprised Lisa Pankey, Supervisor of Related Services for Speech-Language, by painting her portrait—creating a sweet and memorable moment of connection.

Experiences like these reflect the trusting relationships and positive learning environments built each day by Bucks IU staff and leadership. They also highlight the important role supervisors play in mentoring, coaching, and supporting teams to ensure students receive high-quality services and care.

Now Hiring: Head Start Teachers

Bucks County Intermediate Unit is continuing to grow our Head Start team and is seeking passionate educators for our early childhood classrooms in:
• Lower Southampton Early Learning Center – Feasterville
• Snyder Girotti Elementary School – Bristol Township School District

Who Can Apply:
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• Bachelor’s degree or PA teaching certification preferred

Why Join Bucks IU?
• School-year schedule
• Competitive salary and benefits
• PSERS pension plan
• Optional summer opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative early childhood team

As a Head Start Teacher, you’ll help create engaging, inclusive classrooms where children can learn through play, exploration, and early literacy experiences while partnering closely with families and staff.

Apply here: https://bit.ly/TeachHeadStart
Questions? [email protected]

The Bucks County Intermediate Unit and the Regional Wide Area Network (RWAN) work every day to provide reliable, high-speed internet connectivity to school districts and career technical centers across Bucks County.

More than just infrastructure, RWAN is the backbone that supports teaching and learning in real time—helping ensure students and educators have consistent access to the digital tools, resources, and opportunities they need to collaborate, create, and succeed.

Throughout the year, Bucks IU Safety Services partners with our school-age and Early Childhood Program sites, along with local police and fire departments, to coordinate and practice a variety of safety drills across all IU locations.

These drills help strengthen communication, improve internal procedures, and prepare staff and students for a range of safety situations—all with the goal of keeping our students, staff, and families safe.

With the arrival of warmer weather, children in Bucks IU Early Childhood Programs at Lower Southampton Early Learning Center are engaging in nature studies that spark curiosity, creativity, and discovery.

Through hands-on exploration, observation, and interaction with the natural world, students are building important learning skills while developing a deeper appreciation for the environment around them. These experiences encourage children to ask questions, make discoveries, and connect what they learn in the classroom to the world they see every day.