SAMS Volleyball Winter Classic

The SAMS Physical Education Department held our 12th annual SAMS Volleyball Winter Classic in December. Approximately 300 students and 40 staff members took part in this event, the culmination of […]
Holiday Cheer at Reserve

Students at Reserve Primary School carved out some holiday fun at their festive holiday celebration, complete with carving stations! Annual traditions like this are cherished ways our community connects with […]
Students Place in Gingerbread Contest at The Block Northway

Shaler Area High School students entered multiple creative designs into the Gingerbread Display at The Block Northway, and two groups emerged on top placing 1st and 2nd in the grades […]
Spreading Comfort and Joy

In December, Marzolf Primary School students spread holiday cheer by singing Christmas carols for the residents at Fair Oaks Senior Living! The visit delighted students and residents alike, as they […]
Jolly Jinglers

Burchfield staff brought the holiday spirit straight to the homes of the “Joyful Jinglers” Teacher Feature winners! These three lucky families were serenaded with festive carols and holiday cheer! What […]
SAES Student Published in Young Writers’ Anthology

Join us in congratulating Ashley Lang, sixth grade student at Shaler Area Elementary School, who was selected to have her original piece of creative writing published in a Young Writers’ […]
Students Create Miniature Shaler Area Wonderland

Ms. Ferris’ 3D Arts classes have created a miniature Shaler Wonderland, replicating buildings from Etna, Millvale, Reserve, and Shaler in magical miniature. Their imaginative gingerbread-style creations were displayed in the […]
Making Sweet Memories at Cookies and Cocoa

The holiday spirit was absolutely magical at Cookies and Cocoa 2024! It was a night filled with sweet treats, reindeer food crafting, festive crafts, and tons of laughter with Santa […]
Allegheny Valley Honors Band 2025

In December, band students from both the High School and Middle School had the opportunity to audition for the Allegheny Valley Honors Band. This prestigious group is composed of the […]
Computer Science Education Week Fosters Foundational Skills

Last month, primary school students across our district took part in Computer Science Education Week 2024, introducing our young learners to foundational computer science concepts. From directing BeeBot robots to […]