Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — February 20
February 20, 2026 As another week comes to a close, I want to take a moment to recognize the countless small moments that, together, make a big difference in our […]
Shaler Area Students Appear in Super Bowl Ad
A number of Shaler Area students appeared in a Super Bowl advertisement alongside Steeler’s player Cam Heyward. The ad featured the Mister Roger’s song “You Are Special” and highlighted the […]
Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — February 13
February 13, 2026 As we conclude another week together, I am grateful for the strong partnership that continues to unite our families, staff, and schools. Each day across our district, […]
Meet Alumnus Ian Terry
Ian Terry has carried a love of puzzles through his life. He graduated Shaler Area High School in 2009, and a penchant for math and science while at SAHS made […]
Take 5 with Dr. O’Black — February 6
February 6, 2026 Dear Shaler Area Families: It was great to welcome our students back to in-person learning following last week’s unprecedented snowstorm. We are truly grateful to our families […]
Students Explore Civics through There Ought to Be a Law Contest
State Representative Lindsay Powell invited Shaler Area School District students to imagine a law that would help make their school, community, or state a better place for their generation and […]
Students Premier Instrumental Skills at Strings Concert
On January 15th, approximately 70 fourth grade first-year string students participated in their very first orchestra concert at Shaler Area Elementary School. Students performed music they worked hard to learn […]
January Marzolf Stars
Each year, through the STAR Behavior Program, Marzolf Primary School celebrates the values that make our school community shine: Self-Control Thoughtfulness Accountability Respect Students who demonstrate these positive behaviors are […]
Science Rocks
Students at Burchfield Primary School had a hands-on lesson in the wonders of the natural word. Geo Jeff Smith is a local geologist who shares his love of Earth science with […]
Donut Day
Every Wednesday, students at Reserve Primary School enjoy a sweet start to the day. It’s donut day. Simple traditions enable us to find routine and create connection with one another […]