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
What an amazing day for our first graders at Marzolf Primary! Through our STEM program, students had the chance to attend a wonderfully fun and exciting interactive maker show, hosted by Fox Chapel Area School District and made possible through the generous support of Remake Learning and The Grable Foundation.
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
Julia “Frances” Igims, Special Education Teacher at Marzolf Primary School is now a published author. Her book Spaces is available now. Ms. Igims shares, “In a world that constantly shouts for attention, it’s easy for children to lose sight of who they truly are. This book was inspired by the
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 March 5, 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 culture. Activities included
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 /
Each year, through the STAR Behavior Program, Marzolf Primary School celebrates the values that make our school community shine: Self-Control Thoughtfulness Accountability Respect Students who demonstrate these positive behaviors are celebrated throughout the year. Thank you to each of our Marzolf students for continually growing in their school work, through
In December, third-grade volunteers from Marzolf Primary shared the spirit of the season at Fair Oaks Senior Living Facility by singing holiday carols for the residents. It was a most precious gift of time and talent, bringing smiles to everyone in attendance. In addition to their performance, students distributed Holiday
Providing a dynamic learning environment to the communities of Etna, Millvale, Reserve and Shaler.
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