PMEA District 1 Orchestra

On January 22, Last Thursday through Saturday, three Shaler Area High School students participated in the PMEA District 1 Orchestra held at Mt. Lebanon High School. Jackson McClintock, Jamie Offen, […]
PMEA District 1 Chorus Festival

In January, students from our district participated in the PMEA District 1 Chorus Festival, held at McKeesport High School. During the festival, students completed a rigorous audition process alongside some […]
Unified Bocce Alumni Recognition Celebrates Players and Coaches

The Unified Bocce Team hosted their second annual Alumni Recognition match on Thursday, January 8. Twenty-one former players and coaches attended the event and were recognized between matches. Alumni joined […]
Shaler Area Students Recognized at SkillsUSA District Championships

The District is pleased to share that several Shaler Area students were recently recognized for their outstanding performance at the A.W. Beattie Career Center SkillsUSA District 8 Competitions. More than […]
100 Days = 219 Boxes = BIG FUN!

Scott Primary School students kept our favorite tradition rolling with an EPIC 100 Box Cereal Domino Rally to celebrate the 100th day of school! Even though we didn’t celebrate on […]
Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — January 23

January 23, 2026 Dear Shaler Area Families: As this week comes to a close, I am continually inspired by the energy, commitment, and care I see across our schools. Each […]
SAMS Students Participate in Geography Bee and History Bee Regional Final

In January, three Shaler Area Middle School students participated in the Geography Bee and History Bee Regional Final hosted by International Academic Competitions at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit in Homestead. […]
2026 Kim Baysek-Young Extra Mile Award Honors Exceptional Educators

The Shaler Area School District’s Kim Baysek-Young Extra Mile Award recognizes district employees who have gone above and beyond for Shaler Area students or to contribute to the success of […]
Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — January 16

January 16, 2026 Dear Shaler Area Families: As we step into a new week, there is a strong sense of purpose and momentum across our schools. Classrooms are buzzing with […]
Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — January 9

January 9, 2026 Dear Shaler Area Families: As we begin a new year, our schools continue to be filled with moments that remind us why the Shaler Area community is […]
