Shaler Area High School student Duncan Simmons has successfully battled leukemia. When offered a life-changing experience from Make-A-Wish, Duncan didn’t select a Caribbean vacation or a bedroom makeover. He wanted to give back to children and teens still facing the challenges of treatment. Duncan partnered with Make-A-Wish and the UPMC
In December, band students from both the High School and Middle School had the opportunity to audition for the Allegheny Valley Honors Band. This prestigious group is composed of the top musicians in grades 7–12 from several school districts in the Allegheny Valley, including Shaler Area, Pine-Richland, North Allegheny, Fox
Spectrum yearbook orders are now being taken. Parents and guardians can visit https://yearbookordercenter.com and use order number 26787 to place their order. Books are $65 + taxes/fees. Questions about the ordering process can be directed to yearbook@shalerarea.org.
Class of 2026 Seniors: Jostens will be in the cafeteria next Wednesday, January 14th and Thursday, January 15th during all lunch periods to take orders for your cap/gown/tassel units, senior gear, and class jewelry. Any senior who plans on participating in the May 29th graduation ceremony must order their own
In December, The Shaler Area Sustainability Club (Emma, Cass, Rylin, Violet, Abby, Kori, and Ms. Nilson) presented their “Furniture of the Future” project to Workscape, Inc. The students represented Shaler Area with excellence. Did you know that over half of the solid waste in landfills comes from construction and demolition
This November, SAHS choir students auditioned alongside hundreds of students from high schools across Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland counties for placement in the PMEA District 1 Chorus, one of the most competitive and prestigious musical honors in the region. We are proud to announce that 11 Shaler Area
Shaler Area High School biology teachers, Jen D’Angelo and Jade Leung, represented the district with excellence at the Reimagining the High School Experience Workshop on December 5 at the Kamin Science Center. Presenting to a full room of educators from across the region—including Dr. Carrie Rowe, Acting Secretary of the
Three Shaler Area athletes have been named to the all star team: Matthew Stelitano, Senior (C) Drake Sommer, Senior (A) Blake Whiteman, Senior These players earned the opportunity to represent Shaler Area in the PIHL AA All-Star Game at RMU on Sunday, January 25th at 5:30PM! Congratulations to each one
Officers Johnson and Wise came to Mrs. Paul’s high school “Real World” class to talk to students about car safety, maintenance, insurance, and what to do if you are in an accident. The class was appreciative of their knowledge and are now better prepared to be responsible drivers. Submitted by
Shaler Area High School social worker LeeAnn Guido is being recognized for the significant positive contributions she’s made. Ms. Guido has been selected by the University of Pittsburgh to receive the 2025 School of Social Work Service Award. This award recognizes alumni who have provided exceptional service to the School
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