School Lane Charter School To Begin New Year

The Bensalem Township-based school begins classes for the 2026-2027 year on Monday.

'Constant Oversight' Planned Over Bensalem School Finances

With the Bensalem school budget approved, school directors will take measures to prevent another "severe financial crisis."

Bensalem School Bus Aide Removed After Assault Allegations

A Bensalem school bus aide was charged after police said he inappropriately touched a 14-year-old special needs high school student.

11 Candidates Move Forward In Bensalem Superintendent Search

Bensalem school officials are seeking a new schools superintendent to replace Samuel Lee.

1 School Director Voted Against Bensalem Budget Hike

Bensalem School Board Vice President Stephanie A. Gonzalez Ferrandez said she was concerned about dipping into the fund balance.

School Lane Charter School Construction Underway

The Bensalem-based school is adding new spaces this summer as it prepares for another new school year.

Rush Elementary School Undergoing Renovations

Construction crews are working on the Bensalem school roof and making other upgrades this summer, school officials said.

Residency Task Force Launched In Bensalem Schools

After a major budget deficit, the task force will better address residency concerns to ensure that students live in Bensalem.

3 Schools Superintendent Searches Underway In Lower Bucks Co.

The Bucks County Intermediate Unit is leading the search process to find new superintendents in Bensalem, Bristol Borough, and Morrisville.

Bensalem High Senior Thriving Through Girl Power

Sophia Seidman recently received the #GirlPower teen award at the YWCA Bucks County 33rd Annual Salute to Women Who Make a Difference Gala

Free Summer Meals Begin At Bensalem Schools

The Bensalem Township School District launched its annual summer meals program on Monday. The program runs into August.

Bensalem Changes High School Graduation Plans

The Bensalem Township School District is moving the graduation ceremony on Thursday due to a threat of thunderstorms.

School Principal Mourned In Bensalem

The principal of the St. Charles Borromeo School died suddenly just after the school year ended, officials said.

Bensalem School Budget Vote To Decide Deficit

The Bensalem Township School Board is trying to overcome a "severe financial situation" that led to a major deficit in the 2026-2027 budget.

Bensalem Schools Superintendent Search Underway

The Bensalem Township School District is seeking community feedback with a survey and a meeting on Monday.

Bensalem School Board Calls Out State For Budget Crunch

In the wake of a "severe financial crisis," the Bensalem board adopted a resolution for the state to increase public education funding.

Bensalem High Students Inducted into National Honor Society

A special ceremony took place on May 13 to honor the Bensalem Township High School students.

Bensalem High School Graduation Date Set

The Bensalem Township School District also announced plans for the last day of school for students next month.

Ex-School Director Questions Leadership Over Bensalem Budget Deficit

Former Councilwoman Michelle Benitez said "experienced leadership" is needed to get the district out of its "severe financial crisis."

School Threats Addressed By Bensalem Interim Superintendent

Bensalem Interim Schools Superintendent Victoria Velazquez addressed the community about the "swatting" call threats made on Monday morning.

Superintendent Search On Slate For Bensalem Special Meeting

A Bensalem school board committee will address the school budget deficit and search for a new superintendent at a meeting on Tuesday night.

Bensalem School Celebrating 50-Year Anniversary

The Russell C. Struble Elementary School will host a Community Open House to celebrate its 50th anniversary on Saturday.

Interim Bensalem Schools Superintendent Thrust Into Spotlight

Victoria Velazquez was appointed as interim schools superintendent earlier this month. She has worked for the district for 12 years.

Daily Stipends Approved For 2 Interim Bensalem School Administrators

The Bensalem School Board voted on the stipends at the same meeting where it approved the layoffs of 31 staffing jobs in next year's budget.

Bensalem School Layoffs Approved; 31 Positions To Be Cut Amid Financial Crisis

The Bensalem School Board voted Wednesday night to cut dozens of staffers out of the 2026-2027 budget to cope with the financial crisis.

Major Staff Cuts Coming To Reduce Bensalem School Budget Deficit

The Bensalem school board is expected to approve the cuts in the 2026-2027 school budget to deal with a "severe financial crisis."

Bensalem School Incident Under Investigation

Interim Schools Superintendent Victoria Velazquez addressed the Cornwells Elementary School community about a recent incident.

Interim Schools Superintendent Appointed In Bensalem

The Bensalem School Board has named an interim leader to replace the departed Schools Superintendent Samuel Lee.

Bensalem Names 2026 Teacher Of The Year

The school district recognizes an "amazing teacher" at Bensalem High School each year.

Bensalem Schools Holding Spring Concerts

Schools in the Bensalem Township School District will be holding spring concerts for the public over the next few weeks.

School Directors Speak Out About Bensalem Superintendent Departure

Bensalem School Board President Deborak King said directors will work to stabilize the district, which faces a "severe financial crisis."

Bensalem Township Schools Superintendent Steps Down

Bensalem Schools Superintendent Samuel Lee resigned after getting a new four-year contract last year. He gave no reason for leaving.

Bensalem Schools Superintendent Plans To Resign In Wake Of 'Severe Financial Crisis'

The resignation of longtime Bensalem Schools Superintendent Samuel Lee is on the school board's meeting agenda for Wednesday.

Community Q&A On Bensalem School Budget Tuesday

Bensalem school officials are holding special meetings to discuss the school district's "severe financial crisis."

ICE Walkout Held By Bensalem High Students

Bensalem High School administrators allowed students to protest in the gymnasium for one period on Tuesday.

Bensalem School Board To Discuss 'Severe Financial Situation'

The school board will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday to vote on whether to adopt the 2026-2027 preliminary budget.

School Directors Battle Bensalem Budget Crunch

Bensalem school board members broke down the "severe financial crisis" in terms of costs, tax increases, and spending cuts.

'Severe Financial Situation' Revealed For Bensalem Schools

A Bensalem School Board committee is holding a public meeting on Tuesday night to discuss the crisis and how it impacts residents.

Kindergarten Registration To Start In Bensalem

Bensalem Township school officials said the kindergarten registration period begins on Jan. 26.

Property Tax Relief Offered By School District For Bensalem Seniors

The Bensalem Township School District has announced the annual program for senior citizens to be able to offset the high cost of living.

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