School Board Appreciation Month is an invitation to recognize the tireless work our school board invests throughout the year. To the dedicated members of the Shaler Area School Board of Directors—James Tunstall (President), Eileen Phillips (Vice President), Daeja Baker, Robert Cessar, Elizabeth Dunn, Amy Goldberg, Edward Kress, Jason Machajewski, and Dorothy Petrancosta—we would like to extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering commitment to our educational community. Serving on a school board requires a significant investment of time, energy, and emotional labor, often behind the scenes and without much fanfare. Your collective leadership ensures that our district remains a place where students can thrive, teachers feel supported, and the community can take pride in its schools.

We recognize that the decisions you make involve balancing complex budgets, navigating nuanced educational standards, and prioritizing the well-being of every child in the district. This public service is a vital pillar of our local community, and your willingness to step into these roles demonstrates a profound care for the future of Shaler Area. Thank you for your steadfast advocacy for our students’ success. Your efforts are making a lasting impact on the next generation of Titans, and for that, we are truly grateful.