About 1,500 students from 11 states applied for the 435 instrumental and 366 vocal spots at the festival, which is sponsored by the National Conference of Music Educators. Dickson and Doyle, both members of Pennsbury's marching and jazz bands, have performed in all-state festivals. Elementary school students in the Council Rock School District created more than 6,000 Valentine's Day cards for older adults living in the district. The program was coordinated by the district's Senior Adults for Greater Education. S.A.G.E. also provides volunteer opportunities for adults 55 and older.
Volunteers can read to students or work in school libraries and computer labs.
In return, they can attend school sporting events, concerts and plays at no charge. PTO parent Becky Gallucci coordinated the project, which involved nearly 600 students. A triple slide, climber and swing set were installed in the playground last week. Walter Miller Elementary School in Levittown will accept donations of money, used and new clothing, and small household appliances for the Rescue Mission of Trenton. The project, coordinated by Beth Sattler's fourth-grade students, will continue through Friday.