Occupied by European settlers over three centuries ago, Bristol Borough, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, became an important area due to its location along the Delaware River, a major land route, and subsequent rail line linking Philadelphia and New York City. Incorporated in 1720, it served as the county seat from 1705 to 1726. The construction of a canal in the early 19th century stimulated economic growth, and resulted in the town's emergence as a major industrial site following the Civil War. Part of the town that was designated a National Historic Landmark includes many historic homes dating back to the Civil War when Bristol served as a stop for the Underground Railroad. "The Bristol Borough School District's...first building was built in 1837. The district graduated its first class in 1883; the graduating class of 2007 was the 124th graduating class. For many years Bristol High School served as a regional High School for students from surrounding communities. There are many alumni who are known for their contributions to their community, country and their careers. One example is William Hanford, who along with Donald Holmes, invented the process of making polyurethane. Hanford graduated from Bristol High in the 1920's. "The Bristol Borough School District is located in the southeastern part of Bucks County. It is bordered on the east by the Delaware River and is surrounded on the remaining three sides by the Bristol Township School District. It encompasses 1.7 square miles, with a population of approximately 12,000 people according to the 1990 Federal Census. It serves children living in the Borough of Bristol."

Historic Bristol Borough, Bucks County, Pennsylvania. "History and Culture." Accessed February 7, 2013. http://www.bristolborough.com/?page_id=70.

Quoted text from: Bristol Borough School District. "Bristol Borough School District History." Accessed February 8, 2013. http://www.bbsd.org/about.asp