Annie J., a third grader at Burchfield Primary School, was recognized for her compassion and creativity. The nine-year-old was a member of the Caring Team at Burchfield Primary, which worked with School Counselor Lezlie DelVecchio-Marks to facilitate supportive programming around childhood grief. In her role as a Caring Team Representative,
Dear Shaler Area Families and Community Members, As we welcome the arrival of spring and increased outdoor activity across our community, we would like to take a moment to share an important reminder regarding campus safety expectations throughout the Shaler Area School District. During the school day, all district campuses
Recently the School Board of Directors approved adoption of the Centegix Crisis Alert System in all primary schools, Shaler Area Middle School, and Shaler Area High School. The system, which will be implemented at the middle and high school in the 26–27 school year and the following year at the
In March, Burchfield Primary School hosted their annual event Grammar at the Grammys. It is incredible to see our students so engaged and excited about learning, bringing grammar concepts to life through creativity, music, and performance. Experiences like this are a wonderful example of how our staff continue to make
Shaler Area School District has been officially recognized as a Great Pennsylvania School by the Pennsylvania School Boards Association (PSBA) in partnership with Great PA Schools — a distinction that places the district among an elite group of schools celebrated for excellence across the Commonwealth. The Great Pennsylvania Schools recognition
Students at Burchfield came together with a “Kind to the Community” initiative during Kindness Month. Led by Nicole Henne, the project included sharing kind words/actions done by Burchfield students (featuring daily announcements highlighting each kind act and “kind” hearts posted) as well as a fundraiser for Animal Friends that raised
Each year all the primary schools in Shaler Area collect cans for the Souper Bowl to coincide with the NFL Super Bowl. Not only did students bring in canned goods to help those in need, but they also used them to get healthy themselves. The cans are collected throughout all
On Wednesday, February 4th, kindergarteners at Burchfield Primary learned the power of play as they participated in Global School Play Day. Burchfield teacher Kristine Bork explains, “Play is a crucial part of how young children learn to foster cognitive problem-solving skills and express creativity. It is a natural and engaging
At the February 18 Board of School Directors meeting, the Shaler Area Board officially approved the 2026–2027 School Calendar. We know how important advance planning is for our families, and we are pleased to share the following key dates: First Day for Students: Monday, August 24, 2026 Last Day for Students /
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 students and the community. As a follow-up to their Rocks and Minerals science unit, the third-grade teachers invited Mr. Smith
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