Alumnus Clint Bleil Shares with Student
Saxophonist Clint Bleil is an active member of Pittsburgh’s vibrant jazz scene. An active musician as well as a professor at Seton Hill University, Bleil is known for his artistry […]
Shaler Area Elementary School Winter Guard
On February 28th, the Shaler Area Elementary School Winter Guard officially debuted at the Three Rivers Winter Ensemble Association (TRWEA) competition. This marks the first year of the elementary program, […]
Strings North Festival
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, […]
Two SAHS Students Selected for PMEA All-State Chorus
Adam Zang and Tyler Swartzendruber, two exceptional Shaler Area students who have been selected for the PMEA All-State Chorus — an honor that places them among the very best young […]
Emily Bedeck Selected as 2026 PMEA All-State Accompanist
It is with tremendous pride that we announce that Emily Bedeck has been selected as the 2026 PMEA All-State Accompanist! Emily will represent Shaler Area at the Pennsylvania Music Educators […]
Band-o-rama
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 […]
Once upon a Time…There was a Magical Book Prom
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 […]
6th-Grade Girls Basketball Team Celebrates 100 Wins
The 6th-grade girls basketball team has officially surpassed the 100-win mark during their time with the Shaler Area Elementary Basketball Association. It’s been an exciting milestone for this group, and […]
Students Articulate Why It’s Important to Them Not to Abuse Drugs
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 […]
SAMS Presents at PA Middle Level Association Conference
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 […]