Schools
Final Farewell To Hatboro-Horsham's Pennypack Elementary Planned
On June 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., visitors can take a walk through the school's halls, look at old memorabilia and take photos.
HATBORO, PA — The community has an opportunity to say a final farewell to Pennypack Elementary School in Hatboro next month.
On June 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., visitors can take a walk through the halls, look at old memorabilia and take photos. Snacks and drinks will be provided along with some items for sale.
"Come say a proper goodbye to a school that was truly loved," the Hatboro-Horsham School District posted on its official Facebook page on Thursday.
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Last year, the school district held a public hearing to decide the future of the elementary school's aging building and consider merging the school's attendance area with Crooked Billet Elementary School.
Pennypack Elementary School had been in need of major upgrades including a roof replacement, a new boiler, food-prep equipment and electrical system, district officials said at the time.
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Ultimately, officials decided to close the elementary school. The district's brand-new school, Crooked Billet Elementary School, will be comprised of all children living within the borough of Hatboro, and will serve approximately 500 students from kindergarten through grade five.
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