Dear Shaler Area Community,

We are excited to share the 2026 Shaler Area School District Annual Report, which is also featured in the August 2026 edition of InShalerArea Magazine.

This year’s report celebrates the many accomplishments that made the 2025–2026 school year one of extraordinary success for our students, staff, families, and community. Inside, you’ll find stories that showcase what it truly means to Engage, Empower, and Excel, including:

• Celebrating our PIAA Class 5A State Champion Softball Team and many other outstanding athletic achievements.
• Recognition as a Great Pennsylvania School, a Schools to Watch middle school, and a Best Community for Music Education.
• Student success in academics, the arts, career and technical education, civic leadership, and community service.
• Highlights from our 143 Day of Kindness, community partnerships, and innovative instructional programs.
• An overview of the District’s 2026–2027 budget, which includes no tax increase while continuing to invest in exceptional educational opportunities for students.
• Updates on our Building for Tomorrow initiative and the transition to our new K–5 elementary and 6–8 middle school model.
• A look ahead to the exciting opportunities that await our students during the 2026–2027 school year.

This publication reflects far more than statistics and accomplishments—it tells the story of a school district dedicated to preparing every student for success while fostering a culture of kindness, innovation, and excellence.

These accomplishments would not be possible without the unwavering support of our students, families, staff, Board of School Directors, community partners, and residents. Your commitment to our schools helps make Shaler Area a place where students thrive, and for that, we are deeply grateful.

We hope you enjoy reading the 2026 Annual Report and join us in celebrating another remarkable year of Titan Pride. Thank you for your continued partnership and support of the Shaler Area School District.

Sincerely,

Bryan E. O’Black, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools