Shaler Area

School District

Shaler Area

School District

Shaler Area

School District

Kindergarten Creates Sensory Kids for First Responders

Leona Crawford, a kindergarten student at Burchfield Primary School has been making and presenting sensory kits to our local first responders. Most recently, she presented to the Dorseyville Volunteer Fire Company. Sensory kits provide tools to calm those with sensory needs and also empower them to communicate during the stress

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Burchfield BINGO Returns

The Burchfield Primary PTO was energized by the goal of purchasing new furniture for students to completely reimagine their fundraising approach. Last year, Jessica Brining (treasurer) and Tiffani Parks (co-president) created a hugely successful bingo fundraiser. The event was planned with clear organization that allowed it to become a recurring

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Homecoming Spirit

Burchfield students and families “had a ticket to ride” for this year’s homecoming theme and enjoyed a fun-filled parade and picnic. Students, families, and staff proudly represented Burchfield in the parade, showing their Titan Pride every step of the way!

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The Year Is off to a Bright Start at Burchfield

Our students kicked off the year by reviewing STAR (Safe, Thoughtful, Accountable, and Resilient) expectations at our school-wide assembly—and they did such a fantastic job that they earned an extra recess! On top of that, they got to meet some of our awesome school helpers, who stopped by classrooms to

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Take Five with Dr. O’Black

August 29, 2025 Dear Shaler Area Families,  As we conclude the second week of the school year, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued support and partnership. It has been wonderful to see our students settling into their routines, reconnecting with teachers and friends, and embracing the

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Free Summer Lunches For Students

Free Summer Lunches for Students under 18 will be available from June 3rd through August 15th, (Monday-Friday) at the Millvale Community Library from 12:00 PM-1 PM and the Etna Playground & Pool from 12:30 PM-2:00 PM.   Food must be eaten on site and children under 9 must be accompanied by

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Positive Peer Pen Pals

Students in our primary schools have had a unique opportunity to connect with peers from another school. As part of their authentic assessment in English Language Arts, grade 2 students have been corresponding with same-grade peers from several states, including students from New Hyde Park Long Island, NY. This experience

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Active Brains, Active Bodies

Students at Burchfield Primary School exercised their minds and bodies to prepare for a strong showing in the PSSAs. Six years ago, Burchfield physical education teacher Mr. Brough and third-grade teacher Ms. Dugan recognized that combining movement with memory would help students retain and recall information. Dugan shares, “we incorporate

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Join Us for Titan Tots

This spring, our primary schools will host interactive sessions for incoming kindergarteners and their parents, sharing information and tools to prepare for kindergarten.

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