Shaler Area Middle School students made an impressive showing in this year’s What’s So Cool About Manufacturing competition, a statewide filmmaking contest that challenges students to partner with local manufacturers and document the exciting, innovative work happening in their own communities. Two Shaler Area teams took on the challenge, each
Hello Shaler Area Middle School Families, We are quickly approaching the time of the year where our students will be taking the PSSA tests. We wanted to share some key pieces of information for parents so they can be informed about these upcoming tests. In the attached document you will
Hello Shaler Area Middle School Families, On Tuesday, March 24th 2026, the Shaler Area Middle School will hold its second bus evacuation drill of the year in the morning. Shaler Area Middle School buses will enter campus as usual on the LIBRARY side of the building and proceed to the rear of
In February, nine school districts from across the area gathered at North Hills Middle School for the 50th Annual Strings North Honors Orchestra Festival. Eighteen students from Shaler Area Elementary, Middle, and High School represented the district at this year’s event. Lukas Dayieb, Jasmine Hammond, Kai Heinbockel, Richard Balsomico, Julia
On Wednesday, February 4th, Shaler Area music students came together to perform a district wide Band and Jazz band concert, featuring musicians from grades 5 through 12. Eight ensembles from the elementary, middle, and high schools performed, and the concert ended with a mass 5–12 grade band that stretched the
Shaler Area High School junior Abby Maher competed in the Pittsburgh Public Theater’s Shakespeare Monologue & Scene Contest, a time-honored tradition that began more than 30 years ago with just 75 students. Now, hundreds of students participate from schools across the region! At the heart of the Shakespeare Contest remains
Effectively communicating with students why drugs are a destructive path requires intentionality, thoughtfulness, and creativity. Dawn Vaughn, health & physical education teacher at Shaler Area Middle School, invites students to reflect on their own life and articulate their own reason not to abuse substances. Students determine their “WHY”—the reason (or
The Shaler Area team enjoyed a proud moment at the PA Middle Level Association Conference! Our Shaler Area Middle School educators shared their outstanding work on Maximizing Instructional Impact through WIN Time in ELA and Math, highlighting how strategic scheduling is helping meet the needs of every learner. Even more
This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate Mrs. Newport, whose compassion, dedication, and tireless support make a lasting impact on our school community each and every day. Mrs. Newport goes above and beyond to ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and supported. Whether she’s helping students navigate challenges, connecting
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 /
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