Each year, students at Burchfield Primary School participate in a pivotal decision: what will the principal’s Halloween costume be? The annual tradition of selecting Mr. Rojik’s costume is more than just fun and games: it raises funds for Highmark Caring Place. This year, students could vote if they wanted Mr.
We have a lost and found collection in the vestibule outside the Main Office. Please swing by and see if your student has left something behind. Items not claimed by 11/13 will be donated.
Shaler Area School District is proud to celebrate Burchfield and Reserve Primary Schools for their recognition in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Elementary Schools rankings. Among 3,514 schools in Pennsylvania: Burchfield ranked 18th statewide—top 1%—and 12th in the Pittsburgh area. Reserve ranked 53rd statewide—top 2%—and 24th in
Three Shaler Area students are trading their school supplies for paintbrushes this fall, and children across the region will benefit from their work. Olivia, a seventh grader at Shaler Area Middle School, Peyton, a fourth grader at Scott Primary School, and Leona, a first grader at Burchfield Primary School, are
The Shaler Area Education Foundation (SAEF) celebrated a successful inaugural Halloween 5K and Fun Walk, bringing together runners, walkers, families, and community supporters for a fun-filled event benefiting Shaler Area students. The event highlighted the community’s commitment to supporting educational opportunities and initiatives that enrich the experiences of students throughout
At Burchfield Primary School, the start of the new school year brought a splash of color and personal storytelling to Monica McElwain’s fourth grade art class, where students crafted paper sculptures that were really small self-portraits in disguise. Each fold, cut, and hue carried meaning chosen by its maker: a
Mrs. Himes’ 4C classroom had some special visitors the first week of school to greet the students as they got settled at Burchfield Primary. Officers Kenny Wise and Mike Kriebel wished the kids a great first week before leaving to visit other schools.
The District has two upcoming parent engagement nights, designed to empower parents with tools for supporting their children. Supporting Social-Emotional Wellness at Home and School This interactive workshop, presented by Wesley Family Services, equips K–4 parents and caregivers with practical, ready-to-use strategies for supporting children’s comprehensive wellbeing at home and
Dear Shaler Area Families, Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! Whether your child is beginning kindergarten, becoming part of a new school building community, or preparing for graduation, we are excited to welcome your family back to Shaler Area School District and days filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and
What a fantastic week of learning, creating, designing, testing, and exploring at Titan STEM Camp 2026! Each morning, our campers participated in hands-on STEM experiences led by our talented Shaler Area teachers. Students explored science, technology, engineering, and math through engaging activities that challenged them to think creatively, solve problems,
Providing a dynamic learning environment to the communities of Etna, Millvale, Reserve and Shaler.
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