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Pennsbury Class Of 1970 Holds High School Reunion

The pandemic wiped out attempts for the Class of 1970 to mark its anniversary, but the Pennsbury alumni got together recently to celebrate.

The Pennsbury Class of 1970 finally held its high school reunion after the pandemic put a damper on plans the past few years.
The Pennsbury Class of 1970 finally held its high school reunion after the pandemic put a damper on plans the past few years. (Pennsbury School District)

FALLSINGTON, PA —The Pennsbury High School Class of 1970 finally got the chance to celebrate their 50th reunion.

But the celebration didn't happen until just recently.

The pandemic put a damper on reunion plans twice, but the group finally connected earlier this month and reminisced about their time at Pennsbury High School, school officials said.

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Alumni and invited guests met at Pennsbury High School East and walked the halls, led by Schools Superintendent Thomas Smith, Student Council President Gavin Kuebler, and senior Lizzy Burnell.

After the tour, the group headed to the auditorium, where Smith provided an update on the state of the school district and plans for the future.

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The tour ended with a stop at the school store to purchase Pennsbury gear.

The Class of 1970 later celebrated with their classmates at Westaby Hall in Fairless Hills.

In other school district news:

It was a successful weekend of competition for the Pennsbury Jazz Ensemble and Pennsbury Concert Jazz Band

On March 10, the Pennsbury Jazz Ensemble received an outstanding rating at Jazz on the Ridge at Pennridge High School. The group also won Best Saxophones and an honorable mention solo award for Aidan K.

The action continued on Saturday, when both groups competed at The 16th Annual Steinert Jazz Festival, hosted by Steinert High School. The Pennsbury Concert Jazz Band took home the night's top honor, receiving Best Overall Performance. The band was also awarded Best Saxophones and Best Rhythm.

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