Jenkintown School District continues its 150th anniversary celebration

Throughout the school year, the Jenkintown School District has celebrated its 150th Anniversary with a number of school events. 

In the first few months of the 2024 school year and the first month of 2025, the school, students and faculty have had a number of celebrations, including a Homecoming & Alumni Hall of Fame Induction, a door decorating contest, a career fair, fun school quiz contests, a winter band concert and vocal music concert.

The celebration will continue throughout the year with many more fun-fill events planned. 

February

2/19: Alumni Red & Blue quiz: 

March

3/13-3/15: Jenkintown Theater Arts Spring Show: alumni will be recognized for participation in the past performances.

150th Art Contest: will run all month long

April

150th Anniversary Community Art Exhibit: will run all month long

4/24: Alumni talent show

May

5/2: 150th Day of School: 150 Acts of Kindness Challenge

5/28: Athletic dinner honoring current, alumni athletes

June

6/5: 150th Anniversary picnic

6/18: 150th graduation ceremony.

Along with the planned events, Jenkintown School District released Jenkintown—150 Years Strong, a documentary celebrating the District’s history and legacy. 

“This special film offers an in-depth journey through the past century and a half, highlighting the community’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education, the triumphs of our students and educators, and the close-knit relationships that define Jenkintown,” the school district stated on its website.

Watch the full documentary.

“Through rare historical footage, interviews with alumni, faculty, and students, and a tribute to landmark events and milestones, 150 Years Strong captures the spirit, resilience, and dedication of Jenkintown,” JSD added. “This documentary is a testament to the enduring impact of our schools and the community’s role in shaping them over the decades.”