Shaler Area

School District

Shaler Area

School District

Shaler Area

School District

Marzolf Primary STAR Program Kickoff!

Each year, through our STAR Behavior Program, Marzolf Primary School celebrates the values that make our school community shine : Self-Control Thoughtfulness Accountability Respect Students who showed these positive behaviors were recognized with special stars! We are so proud of our Marzolf students for making great choices and being role

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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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Stepping out in Support

Marzolf students and staff walked a total of 352 miles for their annual Kindness Walk during Autism Acceptance Month, putting their best foot forward for kindness. Students partnered with their Friendship Friday class to walk a mile while learning more about one another, kindness, the importance of acceptance and inclusion,

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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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Annual Prom Is One for the Books

On March 6, Marzolf Primary School hosted their annual Book Prom. This school-wide event provides students with the opportunity to participate in literature-based activities with cross grade level peers. They celebrated and shared their love of books with one another through connecting literature with art, music, and STEM. Activities included

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Celebrating Black History Month!

Our K-3 students are diving into the rich history and culture of Black leaders, artists, and storytellers with their Specials Teachers. Through inspiring books, creative art projects, and lively dance activities, they’re learning, moving, and celebrating the contributions of Black history in a fun and meaningful way.  

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Winter Weather Update – Jan. 5

January 5, 2025 Dear Shaler Area Families, The Shaler Area School District is closely monitoring the weather forecast for Sunday night into Monday that could produce 3-6 inches of snow accumulation locally according to the National Weather Service (NWS). We are working closely with our Transportation Contractor, ABC Transit, and

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