Mr. Menapace was announced as PSADA Athletic Director of the Year by the Executive Council of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Directors Association.
Congratulations to Mr. Menapace, and a huge "thank you" to Representative Barton for his continued support of the Hamburg Area School District!
Yesterday on Hawk Hill, under clear blue skies, Hamburg Area School District hosted the 2026 Hawk Olympics, a special education track and field event for students in Berks County. The event promotes camaraderie, competition, and inclusivity. This event would not be possible without support from many who invested their time and resources, including:
Kristin Newpher (Event Coordinator)
Rob Marra
Tracy Herber
Hamburg Area Custodial Staff
Aaron Menapace
Our many sponsors
Our partner school districts
Our many student and staff volunteers
Without your help, this event would not be possible! Congratulations to all athletes!
Please help us in welcoming some of HASD's newest hires for the 2026-2027 school year:
Katelyn Folweiler, Middle School ELA
Taylor Henn, Perry Elementary Classroom Teacher
Katelyn Price, High School English (Not Pictured)
Ashley Ryan, Perry Elementary Classroom Teacher
Kamryn Smith, Tilden Elementary Classroom Teacher
Congratulations, and welcome to the Hamburg Hawks family!
Please welcome HASD's most recent hires:
Hannah Henne, Title I Teacher at Tilden Elementary
Justine Emerich, Middle School Custodian
Both Hannah and Justine are Hamburg Area graduates, and we are excited to add them to our professional team. Congratulations, and welcome home!
The Annie Sullivan Award, named after Helen Keller’s renowned teacher, is a prestigious honor in Pennsylvania bestowed upon educators and professionals who show exceptional commitment to students with disabilities. Mrs. McBreen was recognized for her nomination on April 8th at a ceremony hosted by the BCIU.
Amanda, we are proud of you! Thank you for all you do in support of our students and families!
Please help us in congratulating Hamburg Area School District's candidates for the Lauretta Woodson Award for the 2025-2026 school year. The award recognizes employees for their exemplary contributions to our schools and students. This year, HASD had the privilege of nominating support staff for the award. The following individuals were candidates nominated by their supervisors:
Joy Kramer - Paraeducator, Perry Elementary
April Reitenauer - Paraeducator, Perry Elementary
Heidi Gilbert - Custodian, Middle School
Mel Brown - Paraeducator, Perry Elementary
Richard Narducci - Technology Support Specialist, HASD
Susan Deisemann - Food Services, Tilden Elementary
Diane Ringler - Paraeducator, Middle School
Jen Stanish (not pictured) - Paraeducator, High School
Special congratulations to Mrs. Lisa Eisenhower, Kitchen Manager at Hamburg Area High School, for being named Hamburg Area's official nominee for the 2025-2026 Lauretta Woodson Award. Mrs. Eisenhower has dedicated over 30 years to a career working in education. Her strong work ethic, loyalty, resourcefulness, and leadership skills have been instrumental in building and sustaining a high-functioning Food Services Department at HASD that supports students daily.
Congratulations to Lisa and to all of our candidates! Your efforts are noticed and deeply appreciated.
We are proud to share that our Athletic Director, Aaron Menapace, is the PSADA Athletic Director of the Year by the Executive Council of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Directors Association.
This well-deserved recognition was presented today, March 19, 2026, during the PSADA Conference Program. The conference featured outstanding speakers, valuable professional development opportunities for athletic directors, and meaningful time to connect with colleagues and friends, all culminating in a celebratory banquet.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Menapace for his unwavering dedication, leadership, and commitment to our students. His time, wisdom, and passion continue to make a lasting impact on our school community!
Our February issue is officially out and it is packed with important updates, celebrations, upcoming events, student highlights, and key reminders you won’t want to miss!. ❤️🤍
Take a few minutes to read through and stay connected.
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Hamburg Area School District is proud to announce that our Athletic Director, Aaron Menapace, has been voted PSADA Athletic Director of the Year by the Executive Council of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Directors Association. This prestigious honor will be formally awarded on Thursday, March 19.
This recognition speaks volumes about Mr. Menapace’s leadership, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to our student-athletes, coaches, and school community. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated athletic director who consistently puts students first and represents HASD with integrity and excellence.
Please join us in congratulating Mr. Menapace on this well-deserved achievement! 🦅❤️🤍
Hamburg Area School District will be operating under a Virtual Learning Day schedule on Tuesday, January 27th. Please look for a message from your child's building principal with specific instructions regarding the schedule and expectations for the day.
Hamburg Area School District is CLOSED Monday, January 26, 2026.
📅 Mark Your Calendar
When: Thursday, February 5, at 7:00 PM
Where: High School LGI
Who Should Attend: College-bound students in grades 9-11 and their parents
Discover Your College Pathway
The High School Counseling Department invites you to an evening designed to help families navigate the college admissions journey. While the session is tailored for 11th-grade students and their families, younger students and parents are encouraged to join and get a head start.
What to Expect:
🎓 College Admission Panel
Meet admissions representatives from a diverse group of local colleges.
State University
State-Related College
Private College/University
Community College
Why Attend?
Gain Expert Insights: Learn the ins and outs of college admissions directly from experienced counselors.
Ask Your Questions: Get answers to your questions about preparing for the college search and application process.
Explore Additional Resources:
Visit the School Counselor’s Website for:
Upcoming Events & College Visits
Financial Aid & Scholarship Information
We look forward to seeing you there as we help guide your family on the exciting road to college!
DATE: Thursday, February 5
WHEN & WHERE:
6:00 PM – College Admissions Information Meeting – High School LGI
Junior students and parents are encouraged to kickstart their exploration of post-secondary schools. Join our School Counselors for a comprehensive discussion on beginning your junior’s college search, SAT/ACT exams, college visits, senior internships, and essential elements for a compelling college application.
7:00 PM - College Admissions Panel – High School LGI
Hear directly from a panel of College Admissions Counselors, representing local State, State-Related, Private, and Community colleges. Gain insights and have your questions answered regarding College Admissions from the experts.
COLLEGE FAIR 📚
DATE: Tuesday, March 3
WHEN & WHERE:
8:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. at Alvernia University
This county-wide event welcomes over 100 colleges and technical schools into Alvernia's gymnasium.
Interested junior students will participate in this field trip during the school day.
Permission forms will be distributed to Juniors in the near future.
SCHOLARSHIPS 💰
Horacio Alger Scholarship
Criteria include full-time enrollment as a high school junior in the U.S., commitment to pursuing and completing a bachelor’s degree, demonstration of critical financial need, involvement in co-curricular and community service activities, integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, and a minimum GPA of 2.0. Visit the website for due dates.
Project Yellow Light Scholarship Competition
Applicants create a public service announcement encouraging their friends to avoid distracted driving. Visit the website for due dates.
Big Future Scholarships
Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing the six qualifying steps on Big Future. If you don’t win, your entry rolls over for the next month.
The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award
PA public school juniors are invited prepare & submit a video about America’s 250th anniversary. Visit the website for details & due dates.
We believe that active participation in these events and opportunities will significantly contribute to your junior's preparedness for the next phase of their educational journey. Visit the School Counselor’s website for more post-secondary information including Events & College Visits and Financial Aid & Scholarship .
Hamburg Hawks 5K Run coming soon to the HAHS stadium!!!
4th Annual HS Car Show coming in May!
Bill Tritt, Coach
Carrie Wilhelm, ‘00
Erica Lutz, ‘17
The induction will take place on 1/30/26 at halftime of the HS Boys Basketball game vs Fleetwood. The varsity game tips off at 730pm. Come out to support and celebrate! Congratulations to all!
BILL TRITT - COACH
HAHS Tennis Head Coach – 25 Seasons, 246 Wins
USTA Middle Atlantic HS Coach of Year 2014
5-Time Hamburg Area Coach of The Year
HAHS Girls Tennis: 15 seasons, 165-105 record
HAHS Records: 17 Wins Single Season ‘14 & ’19,
165 Wins Career, 61.1 Win % Career
3-Time PIAA Qualifier (2014 – 3rd Place)
3-Time District 3 Qualifier (2019 – 2nd Place)
9-Time BCIAA Qualifier
HAHS Boys Tennis: 10 seasons, 81-125 record
HAHS School Record: 15 Wins 2011
CARRIE (WILHELM) PRICE – 2000
Valedictorian & Senior Scholar Athlete 2000
HAHS Field Hockey: 4 letters, Captain 1999,
31 Shutouts, , Most Valuable Player 1999,
3-Time Div. 2 Champ, PIAA Semifinalist 1999
All-Berks 1999, All-Division 1998 & 1999,
1st-Team Academic All State 1999,
PSFHCA 1st Team All State 1999
HAHS Softball: 3 varsity letters, Captain 2000,
1st Team All-Division 2000
3-Time Division 2 Champ, PIAA Qualifier 2000
University of Pennsylvania Field Hockey: 4 years,
3 letters, 2-Time NFHCA Academic Team
ERICA LUTZ - 2017
HAHS Outstanding Female Athlete 2017
HAHS Basketball: 3 letters, Captain 2017,
1st-Team All Division 2016 & 2017
HAHS Softball: 4 letters, Captain 2017,
1st-Team All Berks 2015, 2016, 2017,
1st Team All State 2015, 2016, 2017,
Career: .457 BA, 122 H, 26 2B, 99 RBI, 79 R
Lycoming College Basketball: 4 letters, Capt 2021
Outstanding Female Athlete 2021,
4-Time MAC Academic Honor Roll,
MAC Scholar Athlete of Year 2021,
1st-Team MAC Freedom Division 2021
D3hoops.com All-Region 2021,
NCAA Woman of the Year Nominee 2021
