A 2020 graduate of Shaler Area High School, Almonte notes two factors that were instrumental to pursuing music—his family, and a foundation in Shaler Area. With a multicultural background and music-loving parents, Almonte entered Shaler Area arts programs to find a strong community and friends that became lifelong. He shares
Shaler Area kicked off the fall sports season in style on August 27, as the community gathered at Biles Field for Meet the Titans Night. Families and fans turned out to celebrate the district’s student-athletes and performers ahead of another exciting year of Titan pride, with the Shaler Area Band
The District has two upcoming parent engagement nights, designed to empower parents with tools for supporting their children. Supporting Social-Emotional Wellness at Home and School This interactive workshop, presented by Wesley Family Services, equips K–4 parents and caregivers with practical, ready-to-use strategies for supporting children’s comprehensive wellbeing at home and
On Monday, August 24th, we were delighted to welcome students back for the 2026–2027 school year. We look forward to another year of engaging students with new concepts, empowering them with supportive resources, and watching them excel and thrive. It’s a privilege to walk alongside our students and families as
The Shaler Area School District is partnering with Shaler North Hills Library for kindergarten readiness events that will empower your child to begin kindergarten with confidence. First, you and your child will participate in engaging kindergarten readiness activities at Shaler North Hills Library. Then, climb aboard a school bus for
Lydia Wayman is an accomplished professional, holding both a bachelor’s and master’s degrees and is a published author. She has achieved these successes despite navigating a world that was not conducive to recognizing the strengths and supporting the needs of neurodivergent individuals. Wayman, is now using her own experience to
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
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
Mark your calendars for a cool afternoon of family fun with Etna’s annual street skate on Sunday, February 22nd from 2–6pm on Butler Street. Whether you’re a seasoned skater or have never laced up a pair of skates, this is a unique opportunity to glide on Etna’s main thoroughfare. Mary
School Board Appreciation Month is an invitation to recognize the tireless work our school board invests throughout the year. To the dedicated members of the Shaler Area School Board of Directors—James Tunstall (President), Eileen Phillips (Vice President), Daeja Baker, Robert Cessar, Elizabeth Dunn, Amy Goldberg, Edward Kress, Jason Machajewski, and
Providing a dynamic learning environment to the communities of Etna, Millvale, Reserve and Shaler.
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