2021-2022 Activities Calendar

A Message from the North Allegheny School DistrictWelcome to the 2021-2022 school year! North Allegheny’s mission, “Preparing All Students for Success in a Changing World,” continues to be the guiding principle each and every day. As a school district that is recognized as one of the best in the nation, commonwealth, and region, it is our priority to continue to seek innovative opportunities that allow students and staff to grow and flourish, while honoring the traditions that have led us to where we are today.

This year we will focus on creating a new comprehensive plan for the District that will provide us with the opportunity to set our goals and clearly communicate our actions. We look forward to collecting feedback from our stakeholders to ensure that we have a plan that is inclusive of the needs of all students and families.

As a school district that embraces the many cultures that make up our community, we will continue to foster a welcoming, respectful environment for all students and staff members. We strongly believe that in order to prepare all students for success in a changing world, our students must be able to learn in an inclusive environment where differences are embraced.

As we approach the coming school year, we look forward to engaging with our students, families, staff, and community to create the best possible learning environment. Thank you for your continued support of the North Allegheny School District. Your support is what makes every day a great day to be a Tiger!

PREPARING ALL STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IN A CHANGING WORLDSchool Board Directors Contact InformationBoard of School Directors

The North Allegheny School District Board of School Directors is comprised of nine committed and experienced individuals whose mission is to deliver outstanding educational opportunities to our children.

Roles and Responsibilities The Board of School Directors is the policy-making body of the District, deriving its legal authority from the statutes of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It sets the exemplary standards that best serve the interests of the children and the residents of the District. Board members are elected by popular vote to two- or four-year terms. Service as a Director is voluntary. The Board selects the Superintendent as the District’s Executive Officer and delegates the responsibility for implementing its policies and priorities to the Superintendent.

Meetings The Board of School Directors usually meets on the third and fourth Wednesdays of each month in the Board Room at the Central Administrative Offices at 7 p.m. Occasionally that schedule varies due to conflicts with holidays or other important District events.

Public InformationThe School Board link on the North Allegheny School District website, www.northallegheny.org, provides the Board’s meeting schedule, Board Folders/Agenda Items, e-Reports/Official Minutes, presentations from School Board Meetings, and Legislative Reports. Beginning in March 2017, the North Allegheny School District began posting all School Board documents through BoardDocs. The School Board Secretary can be reached at 412-369-5419.

Public Input The School Board encourages residents to attend meetings and welcomes comments and suggestions on any topic from its constituents. There are a number of ways for residents to communicate with the Board. Written correspondence may be addressed to the Board of School Directors at the Central Administrative Offices. Comments or questions may also be sent via e-mail to [email protected] or faxed to 412-397-8728.

In addition, residents are invited to speak at public Board meetings during the designated time periods indicated on each agenda. Comments related to voting items are heard prior to Board action. Individuals who sign up to speak in advance are allowed five minutes, but time is also allotted for those who do not register in advance in two minute increments. For more information, contact the School Board Secretary at 412-369-5419.

The North Allegheny School District serves the municipalities of Bradford Woods Borough, Franklin Park Borough, Marshall Township, and the Town of McCandless – which covers a total of 48 square miles. This attractive suburban-residential community (pop. 45,000+) is located twelve miles north of Pittsburgh. North Allegheny is the largest suburban school district in Allegheny County and one of the largest employers in the North Hills of Pittsburgh.

State-of-the-Art FacilitiesTotal number of schools ...........................................................13 Elementary Schools (grades K-5) ............................................. 7Middle Schools (grades 6-8) ...................................................... 3Intermediate High School (grades 9-10) ............................... 1Senior High School (grades 11-12) ......................................... 1 Cyber Academy (grades K-12) ................................................... 1

2020–2021 Student Enrollment (10/1/20)Total enrollment K-12 ..........................................................8,486Elementary School ................................................................2,329 Middle School .........................................................................1,369High School .............................................................................2,232 NA Cyber Academy ...............................................................2,556

Class of 2021 Total number of graduates ................................................... 654Members of National Honor Society ................................. 183Graduated with QPA 4.0 or above ...................................... 258Pursuing post-secondary education/military ...............93%Number of National Merit Finalists .......................................14Number of Commended Students .......................................27

Budget (2020-2021)Operating budget .................................................$178,344,317Millage rate ........................................................................ 19.1408Per pupil expenditure (2020-21) ................................ $21,016

Student Achievement College Board SAT Exam (2020)Average SAT score ..................................................................1206

National Average ..........................................................1051State Average ................................................................1078

College Board ACT Exam (2020)Composite Score...................................................................... 26.9

National Composite Score ......................................... 20.6State Composite Score ................................................ 23.7

Advanced Placement Program (2020-2021)Number of Courses Offered .....................................................26AP Course Enrollment ............................................................. 906Number of Tests Taken..........................................................1594

Employees (2020–2021)Total number of employees ...............................................1,215Total number of certified teachers ..................................... 719Average years of teaching experience .............................15+% with Masters or Doctorate ...............................................71%Total number of administrators .............................................35

School Hours Kindergarten Morning: .................... 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Afternoon: ................ 12:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.Elementary ................................................. 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Middle ......................................................... 8:10 a.m. – 2:58 p.m. High School ............................................... 7:23 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Shannon Yeakel [email protected]

Elizabeth Warner [email protected]

Scott E. Russell [email protected]

Allyson Minton [email protected]

Richard McClure [email protected]

Kevin Mahler [email protected]

Libby Blackburn [email protected]

Marcie Crow, Vice President [email protected]

Andrew Chomos, President [email protected]

Student Advisor Representatives Hannah Shin, NASH

Elizabeth Vales, NAI

PREPARING ALL STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IN A CHANGING WORLDSchool Board Directors Contact Information

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The “Annual Tiger Painting” has been a NAI tradition since 2007, and a “rite of passage” experience for students in the art program. Sophomore students in Drawing and Painting 3 create a painting that is their own unique expression of our school district’s mascot, the Tiger.

Once complete, the paintings are displayed in Tiger Hall (the main hallway of NAI), with one painting chosen by the 10th grade class to be permanently framed and displayed as the official “class painting.”

For many students in class, it is the first time that they create such a large artwork, with each painting being 30” x 30” in size. It is also the first time for many students to stretch and paint their own canvas. Students learn how to plan and execute a large-scale work from start to finish, as well as a variety of painting techniques that help them to achieve their creative goals.

Sophomore Heidi Santolla’s painting was chosen to represent the Class of 2023. Her painting will be the 14th to be permanently framed and displayed in Tiger Hall.

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT OVERVIEWComplete schedules are available at ATHLETICS.NORTHALLEGHENY.ORG

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FallCheerleading – Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsityCross Country (Boys/Girls) – Middle School, Junior Varsity, VarsityField Hockey (Girls) – Middle School, Junior Varsity, VarsityFootball - Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsityGolf (Boys) – Junior Varsity, VarsityGolf (Girls) – Junior Varsity, VarsitySlow-Pitch Softball – Jr. High, Junior Varsity, VarsitySoccer (Boys) – Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsitySoccer (Girls) – Middle Schools, Junior Varsity, VarsityTennis (Girls) – Junior Varsity, VarsityVolleyball (Girls) – Middle Schools, Junior Varsity, VarsityWater Polo (Boys) – VarsityWater Polo (Girls) – Varsity

WinterBasketball (Girls) – Middle Schools, Junior Varsity, VarsityBasketball (Boys) – Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsityBowling (Boys) – Junior Varsity, VarsityBowling (Girls) – Junior Varsity, VarsityCheerleading – Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsityGymnastics (Girls) – VarsityIce Hockey – Middle School, Junior Varsity, VarsityIn-Line Hockey (Boys/Girls) – Junior Varsity, VarsitySwimming/Diving (Boys) – VarsitySwimming/Diving (Girls) – VarsityWrestling (Boys) – Junior High, Junior Varsity, VarsityWrestling (Girls) – Varsity

SpringBaseball – Middle Schools, 9th Grade, Junior Varsity, VarsityLacrosse (Boys) – Junior Varsity, VarsityLacrosse (Girls) – Junior Varsity, VarsityRowing (Boys) – VarsityRowing (Girls) – Varsity Softball – Middle Schools, Junior Varsity, VarsityTennis (Boys) – Junior Varsity, VarsityTrack (Boys) – Middle School, Junior Varsity, VarsityTrack (Girls) – Middle School, Junior Varsity, VarsityVolleyball (Boys) – Middle Schools, Junior Varsity, Varsity

FERPA Every parent/guardian has the following rights guaranteed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) relative to his/her student’s educational records:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days after the day the school receives a request for access. Parents/guardians who wish to inspect their student’s records should submit to the school principal a written request that identifies the records they wish to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the parents/guardians of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parents/guardians believe are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. Parents/guardians who request to amend their student’s education record should write the school principal, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested, the school will notify the parents/guardians of the decision and the right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment.

3. The right to provide written consent before the school discloses personally identifiable information from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without con sent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202.

For more details, contact the Student Services Department at 412-635-4110.

Gold Card Program for Senior CitizensNASD extends special privileges to Senior Citizens in our community who join the Gold Card Program. The benefits include free admission to athletic events, a membership to the Baierl Fitness Center, special performances of school plays and musicals, and the Senior Citizens’ Prom. District residents who are 62 years of age or older may obtain a card by visiting the Central Administrative Offices.

Graduation Credit Requirements NASD students must earn 24 credits to graduate. Those credits must be earned in specific curricular areas, which are outlined in detail in the Program of Studies found on the District website. For more detailed information, please contact your student’s counselor or call the Office of Secondary Education at 412-369-5896.

Health ServicesThe Health Services Department focuses on prevention, early intervention, and strengthening of the ability of children, youth, and families to practice a healthy lifestyle. State-mandated health screenings and examinations are required for students at various grade levels. School nurses conduct annual vision testing and height/weight measurements including Body Mass Index (BMI) and BMI percentile at all grade levels. Hearing tests are performed upon school entry, in grades 1, 2, 3, 7, and 11, and yearly for all students in special education classes. Scoliosis screenings are conducted in grades 6 and 7. Physical exams are required for students upon their original entry to school and again in grades 6 and 11. Dental exams are required for students upon their original entry to school and again in grades 3 and 7. Students requiring physical examinations are encouraged to have them done by their Primary Care Provider. Accordingly, students requiring dental examinations are encouraged to have them done by their family dentist.

Students MUST have updated immunizations to attend school. Students who do not have updated immunizations or records will be excluded from school until such time that immunizations, records, and/or documents are provided. For more information, please contact the Student Services Department at 412-635-4110.

The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association requires physical exams for all students who train or practice for a sport. Information about sports physicals is available on the NA Athletics Department web page.

Keystone ExamsThe State Board of Education has approved legislation related to a series of mandatory end-of-course exams called Keystone Exams. At this time, students in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are required to take Keystone Exams in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature. These exams are administered when students complete the related course. Opportunities for retesting are provided. Beginning with the graduating class of 2023, additional pathways to graduation will also go into effect. These pathways include:

• Scoring proficient or advanced on each Keystone exam - Algebra I, Biology, and Literature.

• Earning a satisfactory composite score on the Algebra I, Biology, or Literature Exams.

• Earning a passing grade on the courses associated with each Keystone Exam, and satisfactorily complete one of the following: an alternative assessment (SAT, PSAT, ACT, ASVAB, Gold Level ACT WorkKeys), advanced coursework (AP, IB, concurrent enrollment courses), pre-apprenticeship, or acceptance in a 4-year nonprofit institution of higher education for college-level courses.

• Earning a passing grade on the courses associated with each Keystone Exam, and pass the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) or the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) assessment in an approved Career and Technical Education concentration.

• Earning a passing grade on the courses associated with each Keystone Exam, and demonstrate readiness for postsecondary engagement through three pieces of evidence from the student’s career portfolio aligned to student goals and career plan. Examples of evidence will include ACT WorkKeys, SAT Subject tests, AP, IB and concurrent coursework, higher education acceptance, community learning project, completion of an internship, externship or co-op or full-time employment.

For more information on Keystone Exams, please refer to the PDE website: pdesas.org/module/assessment/pages/keystone.

In addition, the Pennsylvania Department of Education requires schools to set rules and take certain steps to protect test materials. One step or rule required in all schools is that electronic devices are not permitted at test sites. Electronic devices include cell phones, smartphones, E-readers, Nooks, Kindles, iPads, iPods, tablets, camera-ready devices, and any other electronic device which can be used to photograph or duplicate test materials, access the Internet, and/or communicate with others during the administration of the Keystone Exams. Possession and/or use of a cell phone or other electronic devices during the administration of the Keystone Exams will be subject to the Code of Conduct. An additional requirement from the Department of Education mandates the test will not be scored and the student will be required to retake the entire exam.

Kindergarten Registration Kindergarten registration opens in January 2022. The locations and times of registration are printed in the Calendar and on the District website. To register, children must be five years of age on or before September 1 of the year they will begin Kindergarten. Parents/Guardians are required to provide an original birth certificate, the child’s most recent immunization record, two proofs of

residency, and a Parent/Guardian ID. Additional Health Services documents are not required to complete registration but are needed prior to the first day of school. A link to begin registration can be found on the North Allegheny website.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance ActThe McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act provides guidelines for school districts to assist students and families who find themselves in a situation where they are homeless. The Act requires that students who qualify as homeless are able to remain at their current school or enables them to immediately register to attend school.

The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless Children and Youth as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, which includes the following conditions:The act provides examples of children who would fall under this definition:

• sharing housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hard-ship, or a similar reason.

• living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, or campgrounds due to lack of alter-native accommodations.

• living in emergency, or domestic violence shelters.

• abandoned in hospitals.

• living in public or private places not designed for or ordinarily used as reg-ular sleeping accommodations for human beings.

• living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus, or train stations, or similar settings.

• living as migratory children who qualify as homeless because they are liv-ing in circumstances described above.

If you or someone you know is in a situation meeting these definitions, please contact the NA Homeless Liaison (Michelle Dowell, Director of Student Services at 412-635-4110 or [email protected]) so that the District can assist and provide resources to impacted individual(s).

NA Athletic Hall of Fame The North Allegheny Athletic Hall of Fame was formed in 1997 to honor individuals for athletic excellence. A new class of inductees is honored annually in the fall. For information about attending the annual banquet or membership in the Hall of Fame Association, please visit the NA Athletic Department website or call 724-934-7238.

NA FoundationNorth Allegheny Foundation (NAF) is a broad-based community organization with a mission to enhance and enrich the educational experience at North Al-legheny. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees that represent a di-verse group of community and business leaders who are dedicated to supporting excellence in education. Since 1989, NAF has distributed over $560,000 in grants to NA schools and thousands more in scholarships to outstanding graduating seniors.

Notification of Pesticide and/or Herbicide Use Pennsylvania Act 35 and Act 36 require every school district in Pennsylvania to create and implement an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plan that includes notifying registered individuals when pesticides will be used and posting signs in the areas where pesticides will be used. Any student or employee who is highly sensitive to pesticides and/or herbicides and would like to be notified by the District before an application of pesticides inside or outside of school facilities occurs should request and complete a Notification Form. Forms and more details are available in all school offices and on the District website.

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Air Force JROTC The Air Force Junior ROTC is an Aerospace Science and Leadership Program, grounded in the Air Force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all they do. The curriculum emphasizes the Air Force heritage and traditions, the development of flight, applied flight sciences, military aerospace policies, and space exploration. The program contact is CMSgt. Terry Speer, who can be reached at 412-369-5455.

Approved Wipes/Sanitizers/Cleansers for Classroom Use NASD has created a list of disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizers, and general cleaners that have been approved for use in classrooms, available on the District website. Safety Data Sheets are available for each of the items on this list. Parents/guardians are asked to refer to these lists before sending items for classroom use out of courtesy for students who have allergies, breathing conditions, etc. This does not apply to products students bring for personal use.

AttendanceTo be successful in the pursuit of an excellent educational experience, it is essential for students to maintain a good attendance record. If a student is tardy or absent, a written excuse signed by the parents/guardians stating the date and reason for the absence must be presented to the school office before a student resumes attendance.

Baierl Center The Baierl Center, located on the campus of the North Allegheny Senior High School adjacent to the Newman Stadium, offers a variety of amenities that are available for use by community members. These include an indoor multi-purpose room, meeting and conference rooms, a fitness center, an indoor track available to the public, and a training and rehabilitation center for student use only. During the school year, the Baierl Center is open to members Monday through Saturday with hours that vary throughout the school year. The Center is closed on Sunday. When NASD is closed due to inclement weather or other emergencies, the Baierl Center is also closed. When the District is operating on a delay schedule, the Baierl Center morning session (5-7 a.m.) is canceled. Please visit the Community link on the District’s website for complete details. For additional membership information and rates, call 724-934-7238.

Blackboard for Grades K-12NASD uses Blackboard for its learning management system for grades K-12. This online resource offers a blended learning environment that links class agendas, calendars, resources, and other instructional materials directly from the teacher to the student. Students and parents can access Blackboard through the TigerID portal, https://login.northallegheny.org. Additional information about the District’s Blackboard environment is available at www.northallegheny.org/blackboardforparents.

Bus Transportation and Safety NASD provides transportation for all students in accordance with the School Laws of Pennsylvania. Students will be notified of their assigned bus stop by email prior to the start of the school year. Students should arrive at their bus stop at least five minutes before the scheduled bus arrival time. On rare occasions, a bus may be delayed. Students should wait at least 30 minutes before leaving their bus stop unless a parent/guardian determines that weather conditions will not allow waiting. Courteous and respectful behaviors on the school bus and at bus stops are a matter of safety.

All students who take advantage of District transportation are asked to obey the following rules:

• Do not play or stand in the street while waiting for the bus or after leaving the bus.

• Board and depart the bus in an orderly manner.

• Always cross 15 ft. in front of the bus. Cross only when red lights are flashing and traffic is stopped. Do not cross behind the bus.

• Remain visible to the bus driver at all times. Stay in assigned seats.

• Observe classroom conduct on the bus. Talk quietly. Be polite. Do not use abusive language.

• No eating, drinking, using tobacco products, radios/CD players/iPods/iPads, electronic games, cell phones, etc.

• No animals.

• Bring only items that fit on your lap on the bus.

• Keep the bus clean. Do not tamper with bus equipment.

• Cooperate with your driver.

• Follow all rules posted in the school bus.

Audio/Video Recording on School BusesNASD is permitted by law to equip school buses and vehicles with audio and/or video recording equipment. The School Board authorizes the use of such equipment for school discipline and security purposes.

Central Administrative Offices (CAO)NASD Central Administrative Offices (CAO) are located at 200 Hillvue Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. The receptionist maintains lobby and phone hours from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except during District holidays.

College Entrance ExamsMost colleges and universities require applicants to submit scores reflecting their performance on the SAT or the ACT. Both of these exams are administered at NASH and in other locations in the metropolitan area, but students must register in advance and pay a fee to participate. Students may retake the exams as often as they choose. Students are also responsible for requesting that their scores on these exams be submitted by the testing organizations directly to the colleges and/or universities to which they intend to apply. For more detailed information, students should contact the NASH School Counseling Office at 724-934-7221 or 724-934-7224. Scheduling information can be found on the District website.

Custody/Court Orders At times, there are legal papers in the form of custody agreements or court order documents that pertain to students and their specific circumstances. A notarized copy of any of these forms may be presented to the school office annually. Even if the paperwork isn’t modified or canceled, parents/guardians may be required to submit copies at the start of each school year to assume that any necessary paperwork is up-to-date.

Distinguished Achievement AwardsThe Board of School Directors honors students and employees who have achieved commonwealth and national recognition by presenting them with Distinguished Achievement Awards (DAA).

Electronic Surveillance SystemsIn order to promote a safe school environment, NASD has installed electronic surveillance systems to monitor activity on school property and in school vehicles as one measure of prevention and protection. The use of video and/or audio recordings obtained by surveillance equipment is subject to District policies addressing the confidentiality of student and staff records. Information obtained from electronic surveillance systems may be used by the administration to assist in an investigation to determine whether a group or individual has committed an unlawful or an unsafe act. Violations of the District’s Code of Conduct will result in appropriate disciplinary consequences. Any activity detected through the use of surveillance cameras that might constitute a violation of the law will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

Elementary Conference DaysElementary Conference Days provide parents/guardians with the opportunity to speak with teachers regarding their student’s progress. Report cards will be available prior to the conference days to allow parents/guardians to review the report cards before attending. Elementary Conference Days are scheduled for Monday, November 1, and Tuesday, November 2.

EEO and Title IX Statement NASD does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state law including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and with federal law, including Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For student matters, contact the Director of Student Services (Title IX Compliance Officer). For employee matters, contact the Director of Human Resources (Title IX Compliance Officer).

ESL Program NASD provides a program for each student whose dominant language is not English for the purpose of facilitating the student’s achievement of English proficiency and all academic standards. The family of each student who enrolls in the District is asked to complete a home language survey. If a student’s home language is not English, an English proficiency assessment is given. Students who do not demonstrate English proficiency are scheduled for appropriate English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction. Questions regarding the ESL program may be referred to the student’s assigned school building principal or the Director of Curriculum, Assessment, and Professional Development at 412-630-5826.

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Opportunities to Get Involved Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) - District residents who serve on the CAC are leaders in the fields of finance, education, law, administration, management, and leadership. This group of distinguished volunteers meets to discuss various aspects of District operations. For more information, please call 412-369-5419.

Superintendent/Parents Liaison Committee (SPLC) – The SPLC is a group of parent communicators appointed by each school. The group meets monthly with the Superintendent. Meetings are open to interested community members who wish to observe.

Principal Coffees – Principal Coffees are for parents/guardians whose children attend CMS, IMS, MMS, NAI, or NASH. The purpose of the Principal Coffees is to engage families with the work of the school. For information about the program in each building, contact the school office.

PFA/PTA/PTO – Each elementary school is supported by a Parent/Faculty Association, Parent/Teacher Association, or Parent/Teacher Organization. These groups organize book fairs, fundraisers, parties, newsletters, and much more. All parents/guardians are urged to join. Meetings and activities are listed in this calendar. For membership information, contact the appropriate association president:

Bradford Woods PFA Erin Froehlich, [email protected]

Franklin PFA Danielle Pisani & Kelly Ross, [email protected]

Hosack PFA Gina Anetakis & Carrie Wirth, [email protected]

Ingomar PTO Melissa Simon & Megan Masztak, [email protected]

Marshall PFA Meighan Nalducci & Cara Stirling, [email protected]

McKnight PFA Jennifer Schroeder, [email protected]

Peebles PTA Alexis McKinley, [email protected]

Participation FeesParticipation fees are in effect for many extra-curricular activities, such as interscholastic athletics, marching band, intramurals, and various select ensembles and clubs. The School Board passed Policy #242 - Extracurricular Activities, which includes participation fees as a result of the significant and increasing financial challenges facing NA and most public school districts. The implementation of such strategies—such as a participation fee for extra-curricular activities—is necessary to offset costs and help continue the depth and breadth of such programs. There are three participation fee categories:

• Interscholastic Athletics - $75 per season per athlete with a student and/or family cap of $225

• Marching Band - $50 per season per marching band participant with a family cap of $150

• Other - $25 per activity per participant with a student and/or family cap of $75 (e.g., intramurals, club sports, select ensembles, and select competition groups)

Therefore, the maximum amount that any family will pay is $450, or the sum of the family caps in each category ($225 + $150 + $75 = $450). A provision for economically disadvantaged students is included in this plan. There are more details, including a Frequently Asked Questions document, available about participation fees on the District website.

PaySchools CentralPaySchools Central is a secure, online payment option for the convenient and secure management of a student’s lunch account. This resource makes it easy to apply funds to a student’s account and to check an account balance. PaySchools Central accepts credit card and checking account prepayments 24 hours a day with an automated update to the POS system at the school. It allows parents/guardians to fund their student’s account from the comfort of their home or office, night or day. Registration, credit card information, and checking account information are protected on PaySchools Central with the most advanced Internet security. For more information, follow the quick link at www.northallegheny.org. Every NA student is assigned a six-digit PIN upon his/her enrollment. The PIN number is used for two purposes. The first purpose is to verify student identity and reference important student information like food allergies, dietary restrictions, and limitations on purchases established by parents/guardians. The second purpose is to subtract monies from student accounts to eliminate the need for students to pay with cash. All students have the option of paying by cash or with their PIN number. Payments to establish student accounts may be made at the point of sale, with his/her PIN number clearly indicated on the check. Pre-printed envelopes for this purpose are available in each school cafeteria. Checks should be made payable to “NASD Cafeteria Fund”. Questions regarding account balances or requests for patron participation reports may be directed to the Food Service Office at 724-934-7201. More information can be found at www.payschoolscentral.com.

Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) PSSA includes assessments in English Language Arts and Mathematics which are taken by students in grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8. Students in grades 4 and 8 also take the Science PSSA. The English Language Arts and Mathematics PSSAs include items that are consistent with the Assessment Anchors/Eligible Content aligned to the Pennsylvania Core Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics. The Science PSSA includes items that are aligned to the Assessment Anchors/Eligible Content aligned to the Pennsylvania Academic Standards for Science, Technology, Environment, and Ecology.

Photo DatesElementary Schools: BWE ..................................................................September 27 FES ....................................................................September 21 HES ...................................................................October 8 IES .....................................................................October 5 MCK..................................................................September 28 MES ..................................................................September 10 PES....................................................................September 10

Secondary Schools: CMS ..................................................................October 1 IMS ...................................................................September 24 MMS ................................................................October 15 NAI ....................................................................September 17 NASH (Juniors/Faculty) .............................September 8 NASH (Senior Make-Up/Faculty) ...........September 9 NASH (Group Picture Day) .......................November 18

Release of Information to Military RecruitersNASD will provide student names, addresses, and phone numbers to military recruiters upon request, unless a parent/guardian and/or student has opted out of providing such information. Parents/guardians and/or students may choose to opt out no later than October 2, 2021 by providing a written request to the School Counseling Department, North Allegheny Senior High School, 10375 Perry Highway, Wexford, PA 15090-9210. This information is provided as required by Section 9528 of the ESEA, 20 U.S.C. §7908 as amended by NCLB and 10 U.S.C. 503, as amended by §544 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2002 (Pub. L. No. 107-107).

Safe2Say SomethingAs required by Pennsylvania Act 44 of 2018, NASD participates in the Safe2Say Something (S2SS) Anonymous Reporting System. Safe2Say Something is a school safety tool for students, staff, and communities to anonymously report unsafe, potentially harmful, dangerous, violent, or criminal activities in a school entity or the threat of activities in a school entity.

Through S2SS, students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members will be able to submit an anonymous tip through the Safe2Say Something system in one of three ways:

• A mobile app, which is available for download on Apple and Android devices for free

• The Safe2Say Something website, www.safe2saypa.org

• A 24/7 phone line, 1-844-SAF2SAY (1-844-723-2729)

Once the report is made, the following steps will take place:

• The crisis center, staffed by the Office of the Attorney General, will review, assess, and process all submissions.

• The crisis center will send all submissions to a team of North Allegheny administrators and/or law enforcement officials for intervention.

• If needed, the crisis center may contact the tipster anonymously through the app.

More information about the program is available online at www.safe2saypa.org.

SAT Prep NASD offers a series of preparation classes to help students familiarize themselves with strategies designed to enhance their success on the assessments. Registration information for Kaplan SAT Prep courses can be found in the Student Services area of the website or by calling the Student Services Department at 412-635-4110.

In addition, the District provides all students in grades 9-12 with access to a Kaplan SAT and ACT Online Test Prep Course 24 hours a day free of charge. For information about how to access the free Kaplan SAT and ACT Online Test Prep, please contact the School Counseling Offices at either the North Allegheny Intermediate or Senior High School or visit the School Counseling section of the website.

School Lunch ProgramNutritious meals that emphasize quality and variety are available to students at every District school. Printable versions of monthly menus are posted on the District website. Students may make cafeteria purchases by utilizing the Point of Sale (POS) computerized debit system, which requires them to provide their Personal Identification Number (PIN).

SchoolMessenger Emergency Notification SystemSchoolMessenger is a web-based automated system and is one of NASD’s com-munication vehicles for the delivery of information to parents/guardians and staff via phone, email, and/or text. Messages may include attendance notifica-tions, school delays or cancellations, information about a serious health-related issue, or a crisis response update.

SchoolMessenger and Tyler SIS Student 360 sync on a daily basis. This means that if you change a contact phone number or email address in Tyler, SchoolMessenger will be updated automatically with that new information the following day. All parent/guardian phone numbers and email addresses are imported into SchoolMessenger from Tyler. SchoolMessenger imports the cell, home, and work phone numbers, as well as the email, provided in Tyler for LV1, LV2, and Non-Custodial contacts. To see your information in Tyler that is imported, log in at https://portal.northallegheny.org/tsi_live and select the Student Details tile and view the information under the “Parent/Contact Details” heading. If you need to change your email address or any phone numbers that are listed in Tyler SIS Student 360, please call the building your child attends.

More information on SchoolMessenger, including how to create your account and set your preferences, can be found at www.northallegheny.org/SchoolMessenger.

School Attendance ZonesTo determine what school a student would attend if a student resides at a given address, visit https://nasd.school/locator21-22.

Smoke-Free PolicyThe NASD Board of School Directors passed policies #222, #323, #423, and #523, declaring all District-owned property, facilities, buses, and athletic fields to be “no smoking/no tobacco zones.” Tobacco use includes use or possession of a lighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, or other lighted smoking equipment; any smokeless tobacco product; any other nicotine product; as well as e-cigarettes or vapors. This policy applies to all persons, including students, parents/guardians, employees, officers, volunteers, visitors, etc. The use of tobacco products is also prohibited at the Carl E. Newman Stadium and in the surrounding complex at all times. This policy is in line with the Pennsylvania Legislature’s School Tobacco Control Law, Act 168 of 1977 and Act 128 of 2000.

Student Services Parent GroupsThe Student Services Department has several active parent groups which meet regularly:

North Allegheny Chapter of PA Association for Gifted Education (NAPAGE) President: Amy Franz, [email protected], 412-952-5597 Vice President: Sue Gaertner, [email protected], 412-369-7341

NA Special Education Parent Networking Group (PNG) http://www.nasepng.org

Student Services Advisory Council Director of Student Services, 412-635-4110

Standardized Tests NASD students participate in several different standardized exams over the course of their experience in the K-12 program. Each exam provides important information about a particular aspect of a student’s academic growth and achievement. Parents/guardians are urged to ensure that students attend school all day on every testing day. The insights provided by standardized tests are used to make critical decisions about curriculum and instruction. Specific information regarding testing dates can be found on the District website.

Student 360Student 360 (student data portal) is a web-based grade book and reporting system that provides parents/guardians and students access to student records related to their schedule and academic performance. Student 360 can be accessed by visiting https://portal.northallegheny.org/tsi_live.

Student Parking Permits NASH students who wish to drive to school can register for driving/parking privileges by purchasing parking tags in August as listed in this calendar. In order to register, students must bring all required documents, including the NASH parking application with parent/guardian signature which will be available online. Students must submit their driver’s license and the owner’s card for each vehicle to be registered. The total cost for the registration and parking permit is $100.

Student Photos/Interviews/Reproductions of Original WorkSchool Board Policy allows the District to photograph or videotape students and their work for use in District publications, including but not limited to newspapers, newsletters, marketing materials, the District website, and social media. Parents/guardians who do not wish photographs of their child(ren) or their work to be used in District publications must notify their child’s school principal in writing at the start of the school term.

Student Records are Confidential NASD protects the confidentiality of personally identifiable information for all students in accordance with state and federal law and the District’s student records policy. Your child’s records cannot be released without your written consent except for directory information and incidents specified in the policy. Directory information may consist of name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, honors won and offices held, recognition for achievements, post high school endeavors, recognition of graduating seniors, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height (for members of athletic teams), dates of attendance, enrollment status, degrees and awards received, and the last educational agency or institution attended by the student. If you do not want directory information about your student transferred, you may prevent release by contacting the District in writing within 30 days from receipt of this notice. Please address such requests to the building principal.

Student RegistrationAll new/re-enrolling student registrations are processed at the Central Administrative Offices between the hours of 8-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Parents/guardians must go to the District website to complete the registration forms, upload supporting documents, and then schedule a virtual appointment. Once scheduled for an appointment, parents/guardians will be able to finalize the registration. Parents/guardians with questions related to the online registration process can call 412-369-5434.

To verify which school a student will be attending, visit https://nasd.school/locator21-22.

Superintendent’s CoffeesThe Superintendent will be hosting a series of Coffees in various schools around the District in the 2021-2022 school year. Parents/guardians and any interested community members may attend a Coffee at any location. Dates, times, and lo-cations are as follows:

• October 7, MES, 9:30 a.m.

• December 15, MCK, 9:30 a.m.

• February 3, FES, 7:00 p.m.

• April 7, IMS, 9:30 a.m.

The Superintendent will also host a Newcomers’ Coffee for new families of the District on September 2 at 9:30 a.m. at the Central Administrative Offices.

TIPSlineAny student, parent/guardian, or resident who would like to leave a free and anonymous message relative to school safety may call the TIPSline at 724-933-TIPS (8477). Please do not hesitate to call if you have a concern or information you think someone should know about or look into further. The line is monitored 24/7 by law enforcement.

Traveling Art Gallery Program (TAG)The Traveling Art Gallery Program is a visual literacy and art appreciation pro-gram in all elementary schools staffed by parent/community volunteers who deliver engaging lessons incorporating facts about the lives of visual artists and their work. Volunteers utilize VTS (Visual Thinking Strategies) to lead K-5 students in discussions about the artwork, enhancing elementary students’ critical think-ing, and communication skills. Grant funding and community donations have supplied sets of beautifully framed, culturally diverse, art prints in each building.

Visitor Procedures NASD buildings are equipped with video phone systems to enhance our security procedures at each main entrance. All visitors during school/business hours are required to register, show state-issued identification, and wear a visitor’s badge at all times. Visitors are also required to sign out and turn in their visitor badge before leaving the building through the main entrance. The Raptor Visitor Management System is used at each of the District’s buildings during normal hours. This system will manage all visitors, contractors, and volunteers to the building and check them against a national database of registered sex offenders. Once approved, the system will generate a name tag for approved visitors which will contain a picture of the visitor, the date, and purpose of the visit.

Volunteers in Our Schools The students of NASD benefit greatly from the support and contributions of our parent/guardian volunteers. The NA Board of School Directors Board Policy #916, in accordance with recent legislation, requires parents/guardians to have clearances on file with the District in order to function in the majority of volunteer roles. For more information regarding these requirements, please visit the District website.

YMCA Program for ChildcareNASD partners with the Baierl Family YMCA to provide daycare for District students before and after school hours. The program is offered to all elementary students, but is hosted at Franklin, Marshall, and McKnight Elementary Schools only. Morning hours are 7-9 a.m., afternoon hours are 3:30-6 p.m., and bus service is available. The student-teacher ratio is 10:1. The program is state-licensed and a full-time director is at each site. For more information regarding both registration and fees, call the YMCA at 724-934-9622.

Responsible Computer, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Use PolicyNorth Allegheny School Board Policy #224.1

1.0 Purpose

The North Allegheny School District provides students and guests (“users”) access to technology resources including, but not limited to, electronic communications systems, computers, computer networks, networked devices, hardware, software, Internet access, mobile devices, peripherals, copiers, and cameras.

The Board supports the use of the District’s technology resources to facilitate teaching and learning, to provide access to information, to aid in research and collaboration, to foster the educational mission of the District, and to carry out the legitimate business and operation of the District.

The use of the District’s technology resources is for appropriate school-related educational and operational purposes consistent with the educational mission of the District. Use for educational purposes is defined as use that is consistent with the curriculum adopted by the District as well as the varied instructional needs, learning styles, abilities and developmental levels of students. All use for any purpose must comply with this policy and all other applicable codes of conduct, policies, procedures, and rules and must not cause damage to the District’s technology resources.

2.0 Definitions

Privilege – access to and the use of the District’s computers, network and information technologies shall be considered a privilege, and not a right or entitlement.

Instruction in Usage – the District shall establish procedures and ensure that students are properly instructed in the appropriate usage of the District’s computers, network and information technologies.

Filtering Program – a firewall and/or a filtering program that monitors and blocks objectionable materials from being accessed or received over the Internet.

System Configuration – each school computer is configured to access the District’s network and to provide each user with the appropriate software.

District Technology Resources – all technology owned and/or operated by the District, including computers, projectors, televisions, video and sound systems, mobile devices, calculators, scanners, printers, cameras, portable hard drives, hardware, software, routers, and networks, including the Internet.

User – anyone who utilizes or attempts to utilize District technology resources while on or off District property. The term includes, but is not limited to, students, staff, parent(s) and/or guardian(s), and any visitors to the District that may use District technology.

3.0 Access To and Use of Facilities

The District’s computers, network, and information technologies may be made readily available to students and considered as tools that are integral to their educational experience. District technology resources may be assigned or allocated to an individual user for his or her use (e.g., individual e-mail accounts, laptop computers, etc.). Despite being allocated to a particular user, the technology resources remain the property of the District and may be revoked, suspended, or inspected at any time to ensure compliance with this and other District policies. Any security problems are to be reported to the teacher or building administrator and are not to be demonstrated to others.

This policy will be distributed to all students for their review and will be permanently posted to the District’s website. Students will be asked to sign or otherwise indicate receipt of this policy.

4.0 Internet Filtering and CIPA Compliance

The District utilizes content and message filters to prevent users from accessing material through District technology resources that has been determined to be obscene, offensive, pornographic, harmful to minors, or otherwise inconsistent with the District’s educational mission. The filtering software shall not be intentionally disabled at any time; such acts may result in disciplinary action.

The Superintendent or designee shall establish a procedure for users to request that a legitimate website or educational resource not be blocked by the District’s filters for a bona fide educational purpose.

The Board directs that the Superintendent or designee ensure that students at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels are educated about appropriate online behavior.

5.0 Guidelines

The District reserves the right to monitor any user’s utilization of District technology resources. Users have no expectation of privacy while using District technology resources whether on or off District property. The District may monitor, inspect, copy, and review any and all usage of District technology resources including information transmitted and received via the Internet to ensure compliance with this and other District policies, and state and federal law. All e-mails and messages, as well as any files stored on District technology resources may be inspected at any time for any reason.

District technology resources shall be periodically monitored to ensure compliance with this and other District policies including monitoring of users’ online activities. The network administrator designated by the Superintendent shall ensure that regular monitoring is completed pursuant to this section. Violations of this policy, any other School District policy, may be discovered by routine maintenance and monitoring of the District technology environment.

However, the Superintendent, or his/her designee, shall also implement procedures to ensure that District technology resources are not utilized to track the whereabouts or movements of individuals, and that remotely activated cameras and/or audio are not utilized.

Federal laws, cases, and guidelines pertaining to copyright govern the use of material accessed through District resources. Users will make a standard practice of requesting permission from the holder of the work; comply with the Fair Use Doctrine, and/or complying with license agreements. Violations of copyright law include, but are not limited to, the making of unauthorized copies of any copyrighted material (such as commercial software, text, graphic images, audio and video recording), distributing copyrighted materials over networks, remixing or preparing mash-ups, and deep-linking into the content of others’ web sites.

Users may not circumvent technology protection measures that control access to a protected work unless they are permitted to do so by law. District guidelines on plagiarism will govern use of material accessed through the District’s networks. Users must not plagiarize works that they find. Teachers will instruct students in appropriate research and citation practices. Users acknowledge that the School District’s use of plagiarism analysis software being applied to their work.

Students shall not engage in improper uses or conduct regarding the District’s technology resources. The following are considered to be examples, but not an all-inclusive list of types of improper usage and conduct:

1. Stealing or intentionally harming computer equipment, software, or supplies and/or intentionally wasting computer, network or technology resources, such as bandwidth, or printing capacity.

2. Installing or using unauthorized software, including, but not limited

to, shareware, freeware or games, programs, files, music, or other electronic media.

3. Attempting to violate or circumvent security procedures by trying to gain access to the District network or another computer system or infiltrating or interfering with a computer system

4. Using technology resources to bully or to create, access, or to distribute harassing, obscene, lewd, vulgar, or pornographic remarks, insulting remarks, or attacking others, including hate mail, threatening statements or other antisocial communications.

5. Accessing, viewing, displaying, creating, or sending material that is offensive, abusive, obscene, and/or pornographic in nature or tends to degrade any race, religion, ethnic origin, or gender.

6. Using technology resources to engage in any intentional act which might threaten the health, safety, or welfare of any person or persons.

7. Sharing or using another’s password(s), account(s) or credentials for electronic accesses to resources and equipment.

8. Accessing another user’s files without explicit permission.

9. Employing technology resources for commercial, for-profit, or any purposes not directly related to school activities.

10. Using technology resources to gamble.

11. Using technology resources for political lobbying or campaigning, not including student elections (e.g., student government, club officers, homecoming queen, etc.).

12. Connecting or tethering a non-District owned device to access an unfiltered and/or unmonitored Internet connection.

13. Using proxies or other means to bypass Internet content filters and monitoring.

14. Concealing, or attempting to conceal, a user’s identity, including the use of anonymizers, or the impersonation of another user.

15. Accessing restricted system settings or changing settings or access rights to a restricted system or account.

16. Using of encryption software that has not been previously approved by the District.

17. Scanning the District’s technology resources for security vulnerabilities.

18. Attempting to make unauthorized purchases on the Internet which result in an expense to the District.

19. Disclosing or disseminating personal information regarding minors.

20. Use of the “North Allegheny School District” or its logo for non-District activities, endorsement of products, or any ‘for profit’ activities without the express written permission of the Superintendent or designee.

21. Violating any federal, state, or local statutes, ordinances, or regulations relative to computer, software, network, and Internet usage.

6.0 Consequences for Improper Usage

Violations of this policy may result in the temporary or permanent loss of computer and Internet privileges, disciplinary action in accordance with the Code of Conduct and/or federal, state and local laws.

7.0 Disclaimer

The District makes no warranties, whether express or implied, for the service it is providing through its network and computer resources. The District will not guarantee that the functions or services provided through the District’s Internet and computer network service will be without error. The District is not responsible, and will not be responsible, for any damages, including loss of data resulting from delays, missed deliveries or service interruption caused by its own negligence or equipment, hardware or technology failure or the user’s errors or omissions.

North Allegheny School Board Policy #249

1.0 Regulations

The North Allegheny School District is committed to providing all students and employees with the right to a safe and civil educational environment, free from harassment or bullying, in accordance with 22 Pa .Code § 12.3 (c). It is the intent of the North Allegheny School District Board of School Directors to provide all students with an equitable opportunity to learn. The District recognizes that bullying interferes with the learning process and may present an obstacle to the academic, vocational, and social/emotional development of students. To that end, the Board has a significant interest in providing a safe, orderly, and respectful school environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.

2.0 Definitions

Bullying shall be defined as an intentional and unwelcome electronic (cyber), written, verbal, psychological, or physical act, or series of acts directed at another student or students, which occurs in a school setting and/or outside of a school setting, are severe, persistent, or pervasive and has the effects of doing any of the following:

1. Substantially interfering with education opportunities, benefits, or programs of one or more students;

2. Creation of a threatening environment; or

3. Substantially disrupting the orderly operation of the school.

Bullying, as defined in this Policy, also includes cyberbullying. Bullying consists of a pattern of repeated, harmful behavior by a person with more physical or social power toward a less powerful person. This may include a wide variety of behaviors, with deliberate intent to hurt, embarrass, or humiliate the other person. Researchers have identified four (4) forms of bullying:

1. Physical – the most commonly known forms include hitting, kicking, spitting, pushing, and taking personal belongings.

2. Verbal – includes taunting, malicious teasing, name-calling, and making threats.

3. Psychological or Relational – involves spreading rumors, manipulating social relationships, and engaging in social exclusion or intimidation.

4. Cyberbullying – involves haranguing by spreading mean words, lies and false rumors through email, text messages, and social media posts.

Examples of bullying include, but are not limited to, physically, emotionally, or mentally harming a student; damaging, extorting, or taking a student’s property; placing a student in reasonable fear of physical, emotional, or mental harm; placing a student in reasonable fear of damage to or loss of personal property; creating an intimidating or hostile environment that substantially interferes with a student’s education opportunities; or perpetuation of conduct by an individual or group, with the intent to demean, dehumanize, embarrass, or incite a student. It is directed at another student or group of students that is reasonably perceived as being motivated either by any actual or perceived characteristic, such as race; color; intellect; religion; ancestry; national origin; gender; sexual orientation; gender identity and expression; or a mental, physical, or sensory disability.

Communicates - conveys a message without intent of legitimate communication or address by oral, nonverbal, written, or electronic means, including telephone, cell phones, smart phones, personal digital communication devices, electronic mail, Internet, facsimile, telex, wireless communication, instant messaging, blogs, interactive and digital technologies, or similar transmission.

Course of Conduct - a pattern of conduct composed of two or more acts, evidencing a continuity of purpose.

Cyber-Bullying - includes any form of verbal or psychological bullying that may occur on the Internet through social media. Cyber-bullying includes, but is not limited to, the following misuses of technology: harassing,

teasing, intimidating, threatening, or terrorizing another student, teacher, or employee of the District by sending or posting inappropriate or derogatory email messages, instant messages, text messages, digital pictures or images, or web site postings including any social networking accounts, for example, blogs. All forms of cyberbullying are unacceptable and, to the extent that such actions are disruptive of the educational process of the District, offenders shall be the subject of appropriate discipline, which may include legal and/or police proceedings.

Cyber Harassment of a Child – A person commits the crime of cyber harassment of a child if, with intent to harass, annoy, or alarm, the person engages in a continuing course of conduct of making any of the following by electronic means directly to a child or by publication through an electronic social media service: (i) seriously disparaging statement or opinion about the child’s physical characteristics, sexuality, sexual activity, or mental or physical health or condition; or (ii) threatens to inflict harm.

Emotional Distress - A temporary or permanent state of mental anguish.

Family or Household Member - Spouses or persons who have been spouses; persons living as spouses or who lived as spouses, parents, and children; other persons related by consanguinity or affinity; current or former sexual or intimate partners or persons who share biological parenthood.

School Setting - shall mean in the school, on school grounds, in school vehicles, at a designated bus stop, or during any activity sponsored, supervised, or sanctioned by the school and/or District and on the way to and from school.

Seriously Disparaging Statement or Opinion - A statement or opinion which is intended to and under the circumstances is reasonably likely to cause substantial emotional distress to a child of the victim’s age and which produces some physical manifestation of the distress.

3.0 Authoritya. The Board prohibits all forms of bullying by District students in all school settings. The Board also prohibits all forms of bullying by District students in non-school settings, and will enforce consequences provided under this policy to acts of bullying occurring in a non-school setting to the fullest extent permitted by law if those acts meet the definition of bullying.

b. The Board encourages students who have been bullied to promptly report such incidents.

c. Students shall be encouraged to report bullying and cyberbullying complaints to the building administrator(s) or other District employees.

d. The Board directs that complaints of bullying shall be investigated promptly, and corrective action shall be taken when allegations are verified. If the behavior is found to meet the definition of bullying, written documentation shall be submitted to the building administrator. The building principal or designee will inform the parent(s)/guardian(s) of the victim and person accused according to the Code of Conduct. Confidentiality of all parties shall be maintained, consistent with the District’s legal and investigative obligations. No reprisals or retaliation shall occur as a result of good faith reports of bullying.

4. Delegation of Responsibilitya. Each staff member shall be responsible to maintain an educational environment free of bullying and cyberbullying.

b. Each student shall be responsible to respect the rights of others and to ensure an atmosphere free from bullying.

c. The Superintendent or designee shall develop Administrative Procedures to implement this policy.

d. The Superintendent or designee shall ensure that this policy and Administrative Procedures are reviewed annually with students.

e. The North Allegheny School District will review this Policy every three (3) years and recommend necessary revisions to the Board.

f. The North Allegheny School District will provide the Office of Safe Schools on an annual basis the following information with the Safe School Report:

1. Board’s Anti-Bullying/Cyberbullying Policy;

2. Report of bullying/cyberbullying incidents; and.

3. Information on the development and implementation of any bullying prevention, intervention, or education programs.

5.0 Guidelinesa. The Anti-Bullying Policy will be incorporated into the District’s Code of Student Conduct and shall be disseminated annually to students.

b. The North Allegheny School District shall post the Anti-Bullying Policy in a prominent location where such notices are usually posted within each school building and on the District website.

c. Each building level administrator will ensure that the Policy and procedures for reporting bullying incidents are reviewed with students within ninety (90) days after their adoption and thereafter at least once each school year.

d. Students shall be directed to report bullying complaints to District employees, and the procedures for doing so will be explained to them. Employees are then responsible for following the Administrative Procedure #249 pertaining to this Policy to address complaints received. The report will be forwarded to the building principal.

6.0 Education

The District may develop and implement bullying prevention and intervention programs. Such programs shall provide District staff and students with appropriate training for effectively responding to, intervening in, and reporting incidents of bullying.

7.0 Consequences for Violation

A student who violates this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action consistent with the District Code of Student Conduct, which may include, but shall not be limited to:

1. Parental conference.

2. Counseling services and/or education activities.

3. Recommendation for counseling/therapy outside of school.

4. Referral to Student Assistance Program.

5. Transfer to another classroom or school bus.

6. Loss of school privileges.

7. Exclusion from school-sponsored activities.

8. Detention.

9. In- or out-of-school suspension.

10. Transfer to an outside of District placement.

11. In- or out-of-school suspension.

12. Referral to law enforcement officials. If convicted, cyber harassment of a child is a third-degree criminal misdemeanor in Pennsylvania punishable by a maximum $2,500 fine and/or one year in prison.

13. Expulsion.

Anti-Bullying/Cyberbullying Policy

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYMarching Band Camp @ NASH, August 2-6, 8 a.m.

Just 4 Girls Sports Camp @ MMS & NASH, August 2-6, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Marching Band Camp @ NASH, August 9-13, 8 a.m.North Allegheny Kennywood Day & Band Day

Professional Learning Day (No Classes)


NASH Junior/Senior Parking Permits Sold, 2-8 p.m.

NASH Walk Your Schedule, 6-7:30 p.m.

School Board Regular Meeting

@ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

School Board Special Meeting/ Work Session


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SEPTEMBERSchool AbbreviationsNACA NA Cyber Academy

NASH NA Senior High

NAI NA Intermediate High

CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle

BWE Bradford Woods Elementary

FES Franklin Elementary

HES Hosack Elementary

IES Ingomar Elementary

MES Marshall Elementary

MCK McKnight Elementary

PES Peebles Elementary

ES Elementary School

MS Middle School

HS High School

CAO Central Administrative Offices

FAC Facilities Department

First Day of School for Students

District-wide Kindergarten Abbreviated Day: AM Kindergarten: 9-10:45 a.m. PM Kindergarten: 1:45-3:30 p.m.

MS Sports Begin: Girls Volleyball, Boys/Girls Soccer, Girls Slow-Pitch Softball

CMS Back-to-School Basics Sale, through August 27

MES Back-to-School Social, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Middle School GOAL Parent Meeting @ MMS, 10 a.m.

BWE Fall Family Night, 5-7 p.m.

FES Back-to-School Picnic, 5:30 p.m.

HES Get Acquainted Night, 6-7:30 p.m.

Middle School GOAL Parent Meeting @ IMS, 6:30 p.m.

SAT @ NASH, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

First Day - Fall Sports (All HS Levels)

NACA Kindergarten Orientation @ MCK, 9 a.m.

New Student Math Placement Testing @ MMS, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

NASH Senior Parking Permits Sold, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.


NASH Junior Parking Permits Sold, 2-8 p.m.


MS Sports Begin: Football, Boys/Girls Cross Country, Girls Field Hockey

NASH Junior Parking Permits Sold, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

NAI Walk Your Schedule, 6-7:30 p.m.

Varsity Football Heat Acclimatization Begins

PES New Student Orientation, 9 a.m.

HES Kindergarten Orientation, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

PES Kindergarten Orientation, 9 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

IES New Student Orientation, 10 a.m.

MES New Student Orientation, 10:30 a.m.

NA Foundation Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

NAI Student Orientation, 10 a.m.

NASH Junior/New Student Orientation, 1 p.m.

IES Kindergarten Orientation, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m.

FES Kindergarten Orientation, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

MCK Kindergarten Orientation, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

MES Kindergarten Orientation, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m.

MMS New Student Orientation, 12-2:30 p.m.

CMS New Student Orientation, 1 p.m.

IMS New Student Orientation, 1 p.m.

NASH Senior Parking Permits Sold, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

MCK New Student Orientation, 10 a.m.

Marching Band Parent Night, 7 p.m.

Krishna Janmashtami

Featuring CMS 7th grade students (left to right) Shelby Sundgren & Ava AnthonyFrom teacher Renae Birdsey: Remote Wednesdays became Photo Wednesdays at CMS!

Students were challenged with photo assignments like “Ant’s Perspective” (left) & “Landscape with 2 Edits” (right). Students used their iPads to capture & edit their own

photos, & the whole class would meet virtually to share & discuss the photos together.AUGUST 2021BWE Kindergarten Orientation, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m. BWE New Student Orientation, 10 a.m. FES New Student Orientation, 1 p.m.

HES New Student Orientation, 1 p.m.

Kindergarten/First Grade Curriculum Night

@ All Elementary Schools/NACA 6:30 p.m.

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2nd/3rd Grade Curriculum Night @ All Elementary Schools & NACA

6:30 p.m.

Labor Day

Rosh Hashanah (begins at sunset) Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah

Sukkot (begins at sunset, through September 27)

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Ganesh Chaturthi Patriot Day

Grandparent’s Day

National Arts in Education Week Yom Kippur (begins at sunset)

4th/5th Grade Curriculum Night @ All Elementary Schools & NACA

6:30 p.m.

School AbbreviationsNACA NA Cyber Academy

NASH NA Senior High


CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

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No School

SEPTEMBER 2021Featuring NACA 5th grade student Connor Chang

From teacher Rebecca Jackson: We learned about artists Frida Kahlo & Heather Galler, Folk Art, & abstract style portraits. Students were encouraged to let go of things being perfect

& express themselves using simple lines, shapes, bright colors, bold patterns, & value to create their self-portrait. The app Tayasui Sketches School was used to create this artwork.

NASH Junior and Faculty Picture Day

MMS 6th Grade Tiger Talk, 7:30 a.m.

HES PFA Meeting, 7 p.m.

CMS 6th Grade Tiger Talk

NASH Senior Make-Up & Faculty Picture Day

UBO Meeting @ Baierl Center Ponce Room, 7 p.m.

MES Fall Picture Day

PES Fall Picture Day

IES PTO Meeting, 9:30 a.m.

Special Ed Parent Networking Group @ Baierl Center Ponce Room, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

IES Back-to-School Ice Cream Social, 6:30-8 p.m.

ACT @ NASH, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

MMS Magazine Kick-Off, through September 27

PES PTA Meeting, 9:15 a.m.

CMS New Student Social (Activity Period)

MES PFA Meeting, 10:15 a.m.


CMS Clubs & Activities Assemblies for 6th Grade & New Students

NASH Principal’s Coffee, 7 a.m. CMS Fundraiser Kick-Off through October 4

NAI Picture Day

High School Musical Auditions @ NASH, 12 p.m.

FES Picture Day

District TAG Orientation Meeting @ MES, 9:30 a.m.

All Middle School Open Houses @ CMS, IMS, MMS

6 p.m.

@ NACA 6:30 p.m.

NAI & NACA (Grades 9-10) Open House

6:30 p.m.

Yom Kippur

CMS Fall Intramural Info Meeting

MCK PFA Meeting, 9:15 a.m.

Combined EAC/SAC/SPLC Meeting, Virtual, 9:30 a.m.

NAI IMPACT Meeting, 7 p.m.

Superintendent’s Newcomers’ Coffee @ CAO Board Room, 9:30 a.m.

CMS Someplace Special & Cyber Safety Day

IMS Proud to be Ingomar Day

MMS Marshall Matters Day

FES PFA Meeting, 9:30 a.m.

CMS Yearbook Sale Begins through December 23

IMS Fall Picture Day

MMS 7th Grade @ Camp Guyasuta

Elementary Night at Football Game, 7:30 p.m.

BWE Fall Picture Day

School Board Combined Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

First Day of Autumn

MCK Fall Picture Day

Community Connections @ NAI, 6:30-8 p.m.

NAI Key Club New Member Orientation, 2:45 p.m.

CMS 6th Grade Social, 3-4 p.m.

NASH NHS Fall Induction

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to create primary & secondary colored gum balls for their gum ball machine.


CMS Winter Sports Meeting

IES Fall Picture Day


Drive-Thru Flu Clinic for NASD Families @ CAO, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

CMS Winter Intramurals Info Meeting

MMS Winter Sports Meeting


SPLC @ CAO Board Room, 9:30 a.m.

Drive-Thru Flu Clinic for NASD Families @ BWE, 5-7 p.m.

NAI Principal’s/Counselor’s Coffee, 7 a.m.

Superintendent’s Coffee @ MES, 9:30 a.m.

Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet @ The Chadwick, 5 p.m.

FES PFA Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

HES Fall Picture Day

EAC @ CAO Board Room, 9:30 a.m.



Homecoming Football Game, 7:30 p.m.

Columbus Day

National School Lunch Week


Student Services Advisory Council @ CAO Board Room, 1-3 p.m.

College Financial Aid Night @ NASH, 6 p.m.


MES Breakfast Buddies (A-L), 8 a.m.

CMS Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m.

IMS Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m.

MMS Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m.

School, Community, & Police Partnership Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

NAI Fall Play, 7 p.m.

MMS Fall Picture Day

MES Breakfast Buddies (M-Z), 8 a.m.

SAC @ CAO Board Room, 9:30 a.m.

Juniors PSAT/NMSQT @ NASH, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

NAI Fall Play, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

MCK Book Fair through October 22 ACT @ NASH, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

NA Foundation Trick-or-TrotFES Book Fair through October 29

MES Book Fair through November 5

Elementary/Secondary Report Period Ends Business Roundtable @ CAO Board Room, 12 p.m.

School Board Work Session @ A.W. Beattie Career Center,

7 p.m.

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MMS 7th Grade @ Camp Guyasuta

NAI Homecoming Dance, 7-10 p.m.

NASH Homcoming Dance, 8-11 p.m.

NAI Fall Play Senior Citizens’ Performance, 3:30 p.m.

Mawlid al-Nabi (begins at sunset)

National School Bus Safety Week Mawlid al-Nabi

CMS Mini Course Day

BWE Breakfast Buddies (M-Z), 8:15-8:50 a.m.

Halloween

CMS Winter Intramurals Begin

PES Book Fair through October 15

PES PTA Meeting, 6 p.m.

PES Book Fair Family Night, 6:30 p.m.


NASH NA Senior High


CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

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HS High School



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NOVEMBER

National Custodial Workers Day

NASH & NACA (Grades 11-12) Open House

6:30 p.m.

Navaratri (through October 15)

Red Ribbon Week Begins (through October 31)



BWE Breakfast Buddies (A-L), 8:15-8:50 a.m.

NASH Counseling Coffee, 7 a.m.


Elementary/Secondary Report Cards Available

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NOVEMBER 2021Featuring MES 5th grade student Mia Kaufman

From teacher Andrea Jaecks: Inspired by artist Thaneeya McArdle, students used grids to enlarge & duplicate small sections of the artist’s work.

They then painted with tempera cake paint & added outlines & patterns using oil pastel.


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CMS Carson Middle

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MS Middle School

HS High School



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DECEMBER


CMS Fall Picture Make-Up & Retake Day

MES Picture Retake/Make-Up & Group Picture Day





NAI Gobble for Cans through November 12


Elementary Growth & Development Preview @ MCK, 6:30 p.m.



MMS Veterans Day Program

NAI School Picture Retake Day

HES PFA Meeting, 9:15 a.m.


MES Veterans Day Program, 8:30 a.m.

CMS Veterans Day Program, 2 p.m.

FES Veterans Day Program, 2:30 p.m.



First Day Winter Sports (All Levels)

HES Fall Picture Retake/Make-Up Day

IES Fall Picture Make-Up Day

NASH Group Picture Day

NASH Principal/Counseling Coffee, 7 a.m.

IMS Picture Retake Day

BWE Fall Book Fair Family Night, 3:45-7:30 p.m.

PMEA District Chorus Auditions @ NASH, 3 p.m.

Community Connections @ CMS, 6:30-8 p.m.

NASH NHS Blood Drive

Daylight Saving Time Ends

School Board Combined Meeting


Thanksgiving Day

BWE Book Fair through November 19

CMS Book Fair through November 19

IES Book Fair through November 19

PMEA Honors Orchestra Concert

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

American Education Week

PES Fall Picture Retake/Make-Up Day




Elementary Conference Day, 8 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

National Native American Heritage Month Election Day

Veterans Day


Elementary Conference Day, 12-7:45 p.m.

MCK Picture Retake/Make-Up Day

Pre-ACT @ NAI, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

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Featuring NASH students (left to right) Andrew Dubinett, Serina Ng, & Lana StitesFrom teacher Jonathan Clemmer: The project is called the Magnum Opus.

Students are required to shoot all of their photos on a theme of their choice, edit them with Lightroom, & combine them into a collage using Photoshop. DECEMBER 2021

Winter Keystone Exams Testing Window, December 1-15



SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYSchool AbbreviationsNACA NA Cyber Academy

NASH NA Senior High


CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle









MS Middle School

HS High School



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JANUARY SAT @ NASH, doors open at 7:15 a.m.

NAI/NASH Orchestra Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.



MES Holiday Shoppe, 4 p.m.

CMS Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

IMS Band Concert, 7 p.m.


Middle School Musical @ NASH, 7 p.m.

Middle School Musical @ NASH, 2 p.m. NASH Counseling Coffee, 7 a.m.

CMS Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m.

Band Concerts: BWE ................................... 7 p.m.MCK ................................... 7 p.m.

Chorus Concerts: IMS ..................................... 7 p.m.MMS................................... 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

NAI/NASH Percussion Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.

Kwanzaa (through January 1)

School Board Reorganization Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

School Board Combined Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

NASH Band Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.

PES Band Concert, 7 p.m.

Chorus Concerts: FES 4th Grade ..................... 7 p.m.HES..................................... 7 p.m.MCK 4th Grade ................... 7 p.m.MES 4th Grade ................... 7 p.m.

IES Cookie Walk, 3:30-6 p.m.

Middle School Musical @ NASH, 7 p.m.

MMS Picture Make-Up Day

FES Picture Retake/Make-Up Day


NAI/NASH Chorus Rehearsal @ NASH, 2:30 p.m.

BWE Holiday Shop, 3:45-7:00 p.m.

NAI/NASH Chorus Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.



Superintendent’s Coffee @ MCK, 9:30 a.m.

Chorus Concerts: IES ...................................... 7 p.m.MES 5th Grade ................... 7 p.m.PES ..................................... 7 p.m.


HES Band Concert, 7 p.m.

Chorus Concerts: BWE ................................... 7 p.m.FES 5th Grade ..................... 7 p.m.MCK 5th Grade ................... 7 p.m.

Winter Parties:FES AM KG .................................... 10:30 a.m.PES AM KG .................................... 10:30 a.m.FES ..................................... 2:15 p.m.HES..................................... 2:15 p.m.PES ..................................... 2:15 p.m.

CMS Yearbook Sale Ends

Winter Parties:BWE AM KG ........................ 10:30 a.m.IES AM KG ........................... 10:30 a.m.MCK AM KG ........................ 10:30 a.m.MES AM KG ......................... 10:45 a.m.IES ...................................... 2 p.m.BWE ................................... 2:15 p.m.MCK ................................... 2:30 p.m.MES .................................... 2:30 p.m.

Winter Break (No School)

First Day of Winter



IES Holiday Shoppe (during lunches through December 10)

NAI Season of Giving through December 16

NAI/NASH Orchestra Rehearsal @ NASH, 2:30 p.m.




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Featuring NACA 6th grade students (left to right) Moki Annavajhula, Aradhya Sircar, & Lynsey Zhao From teacher Jennifer Sell: Our class learned about Tim Burton & how he began his career &

the steps he took to get where he is today. Students learned how to use charcoal by creating realistic water droplets, teaching them how to show light & shadow in a drawing. Students then

sketch their chosen character & layer their charcoal creating light & shadows.

PMEA District Band

NA Foundation Alumni Gala

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYJANUARY 2022


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CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle









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HS High School



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DECEMBER

MMS Spring Sports Meeting

HES Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m.

Band Concerts: IES ...................................... 7 p.m.MES .................................... 7 p.m.

IES PTO Meeting, 9:30 a.m.FES Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m.

Japanese New Year

New Year’s Day

No School NASH Principal’s Coffee, 7 a.m.

MMS Winter Band Concerts, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

BWE Cabin Fever Night (K-2), 6:30-7:30 p.m.


Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. DaySchool Board Work Session



Orchestra Concerts: IMS ..................................... 7 p.m.MCK @ NAI ......................... 7 p.m.

Elementary/Secondary Report Period Ends

PMEA District Orchestra

School, Community, and Police Partnership Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

FES Band Concert, 7 p.m.

Orchestra Concerts: BWE ................................... 7 p.m.IES ...................................... 7 p.m.MES .................................... 7 p.m.PES ..................................... 7 p.m.

PES PTA Meeting, 9:15 a.m. Student Services Advisory Council @ CAO Board Room, 1-3 p.m.


NAI Band Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.


MMS Winter Orchestra Concerts, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

CMS Spring Sports Meeting


Orthodox Christmas

CMS Band Concert, 7 p.m.




School Board Regular Meeting @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.

PMEA District Band PMEA District BandElementary/Secondary Report Cards Available

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FEBRUARY 2022Featuring MES 3rd grade students (left to right) Ainsley Ansell & Molly Eisenreich

From teacher Andrea Jaecks: Brazilian artist Romero Britto inspired these colorful heart drawings. Students used lines, shapes, & patterns to design their heart. Third grade did a

great job kicking off our art show theme with these marker drawings!

High School Musical Tech Week, February 14-18

High School Musical Tech Week, February 21-25



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IMS Ingomar Middle

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HS High School



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MARCH

Valentine’s Day Parties:

IES AM KG ..................................... 10:30 a.m.MCK AM KG .................................. 10:30 a.m.PES AM KG .................................... 10:30 a.m.MES AM KG ................................... 10:45 a.m.IES ...................................................... 2 p.m.HES................................................ .2:15 p.m.PES ................................................ 2:15 p.m.MCK .............................................. 2:30 p.m. MES ............................................... 2:30 p.m.


College Information Night @ NASH, 6-8 p.m.


NAI Spring Play Senior Citizens’ Performance, 3:30 p.m.


National School Counseling Week

PMEA District Chorus


NAI Spring Play, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

CMS In-School Talent Show

No School Community Connections @ NAI, 6:30-8 p.m. CMS 6th & 7th Grade Scheduling Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

IMS 6th & 7th Grade Scheduling Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

MMS 6th & 7th Grade Scheduling Parent Coffee, 9:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.

PMEA Region Orchestra


NAI IMPACT Meeting, 8 a.m.

NAI Scheduling and Elective Transition Fair, 6 p.m.

CMS Fall/Winter Sports & STAR Student Assembly

IES Bingo Night


HES Auction and Dessert Night, 6-8 p.m.

Jump for a Cause @ BWE, FES, HES, IES, MCK, MES, PES

Kindergarten Registration @ CAO Board Room, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-3 p.m., & 6-8 p.m.

Presidents’ Day

Washington’s Birthday

School Board Combined Meeting


Groundhog Day



NAI Spring Play, 7 p.m.

PES PTA Meeting, 6 p.m.

Chinese New Year

National African American History Month

Lincoln’s Birthday

Valentine’s Day


Combined EAC/SAC/SPLC, Virtual, 9:30 a.m.

Superintendent’s Coffee @ FES, 7 p.m. FES PFA Meeting, 9:30 a.m.


NAI/NASH Jazz Band Concert @ MMS, 7 p.m.

MORP Dance @ NASH, 8-11 p.m.


Launching into Kindergarten @ CMS, 10 a.m. & 7 p.m.

NAI Spring Play, 7 p.m.

NASH Principal/Counseling Coffee, 7 a.m.

CMS Talent Show for Parents & Community, 7 p.m.


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MARCH 2022Featuring IES 5th grade students (left to right) Luke Hoelke & Ashley Swartz

From teacher Lauren Clore: Bouncing off the idea of the radial printmaking, we expanded into the world of relief sculpture to create this radial balanced sculpture. Students learned

three basic folds to create a radial balanced design which included the challenge of creating height & correct symmetry by using their colors & fold patterns.


PMEA Region Band



NASH NA Senior High


CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle









MS Middle School

HS High School



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APRIL

Kindergarten Registration @ CAO Board Room, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1-3 p.m.


8th Grade Girls G.O.L.D. Event @ NAI 3-11 p.m.

High School Musical Performance @ NASH, 7 p.m.



BWE Book Fair through March 11

First Day Spring Sports (All Levels)



BWE Book Fair Family Night, 3:45-7:30 p.m.


PMEA Region Band

HES Spring Picture Day

MES Spring Picture Day

MMS Spring Picture Day



PMEA Region Band


IMS Spring Picture Day PES Spring Picture Day NASH Principal/Counseling Coffee, 7 a.m.


CMS Spring Picture Day


Elementary/Secondary Report Period Ends Professional Learning Day (No Classes)

PMEA Region Chorus

IES Spring Picture Day

PES Art Show & Book Fair, 6-8 p.m.

PMEA Region Chorus

PES MIOS, 9:30 a.m.

PMEA Region Chorus

MES Book Fair through April 8 CMS Spring Intramurals Begin

Business Roundtable @ CAO Board Room, 12 p.m.

Music in Our Schools Month

National Nutrition Month

National Women’s History Month

World Language Month

Youth Art Month

National Foreign Language Week



High School Musical Sensory Aware Performance @ NASH, 10 a.m.

High School Musical Senior Citizens’ Performance @ NASH, 3:30 p.m.

CMS Spring Intramural Info Meeting

FES Spring Picture Day

Kindergarten Registration @ CAO Board Room, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1-3 p.m.




FES PFA Meeting, 6:30 p.m.


Holi

PES Book Fair through March 25

Daylight Saving Time Begins

First Day of Spring

Maha Shivaratri Ash Wednesday

School Board Work Session @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day

NASH Physical Education Blood Drive


FES Book Fair through March 18MES Yearbook Sales End


MCK Spring Picture Day

CMS Parent/Principal Coffee, 9:30 a.m.

ESL Family Night @ MCK, 6 p.m.

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From teacher Marcee Finch: These twin sisters created purple milkweed flowers for our K-5 building hallway garden display. Students painted multiple papers

& created insects using their fingerprints!

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYSchool AbbreviationsNACA NA Cyber Academy

NASH NA Senior High


CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle









MS Middle School

HS High School



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MAY H.S. Music Ensembles Spring Trips




H.S. Music Ensembles Spring Trips

HES Book Fair through April 7

MCK Book Fair through April 8







ACT @ NASH, doors open @ 7:15 a.m.

Spring Break (No School)


PMEA State Conference



FES Art Show, 6 p.m.

MES Art Show, 6-8 p.m.

NAI/NASH Chorus Rehearsal @ NASH, 2:30 p.m. NAI Principal’s/Counselor’s Coffee, 7 a.m.


IES Art & Curriculum Show, 6-8 p.m.

NAI/NASH Chorus Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.

Community Connections @ CMS, 6:30-8 p.m.

Easter Sunday

Orthodox Easter

School Board Work Session @ CAO Board Room, 7 p.m.



Student Services Advisory Council @ CAO Board Room,1-3 p.m.

NASH Band Concert, 7 p.m.


Superintendent’s Coffee @ IMS, 9:30 a.m.

BWE Art Show and Cookie Walk, 6-8 p.m.

HES Art & Curriculum Night, 6-8 p.m.

MCK Art & Curriculum Night, 6-8 p.m.

NAI/NASH Project Water Dodgeball Tournament



FES Spring Parties, 2:15 p.m.

Palm Sunday



Good Friday

Passover (begins at sunset, through April 23) Holy Saturday

Last Day of Passover



Earth Day

Orthodox Good Friday


Middle School / High School Jazz Night @ MMS, 7 p.m.

NAI/NASH Orchestra Rehearsal @ NASH, 2:30 p.m.

NAI/NASH Orchestra Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m. NASH NHS Spring Induction


Tiger Thon

April Fool’s DayFirst Day of Ramadan

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MAY 2022Featuring MMS students (left to right) Chloe Bayer (gr. 6), Mia Barsotti (gr. 6), & Lydia Jones (gr. 8)

From teacher Sharon Rubenstein: Chloe revealed superb technique by creating this amazing pencil drawing!From teacher Jordan Burnett: Students were challenged to create a personal theme within the design.

Mia’s love for nature and frogs really shines through. From Jordan: Lydia created a beautiful oil pastel tiger eye, paying great attention

in rendering both the fur & eye of her tiger drawing.

Elementary Band Tryouts & String Fittings, May 23-June 3


Spring Keystone Exams Testing Window, May 16-27

Spring Keystone Exams Testing Window, May 16-27

PSSA Testing - Math (Grades 3-8), Science (Grades 4 & 8), and Make-Ups, May 2-13

AP Examinations, May 2-13

AP Examinations, May 2-13

PSSA Testing - Math (Grades 3-8), Science (Grades 4 & 8), and Make-Ups, May 2-13



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CMS Carson Middle

IMS Ingomar Middle

MMS Marshall Middle









MS Middle School

HS High School



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25-Year Employee Recognition and




H.S. Jazz Band Concert @ MMS, 7 p.m.


IES Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

MMS Orchestra Concert, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Orchestra Concerts: FES ..................................... 7 p.m.PES ..................................... 7 p.m.


Chorus Concerts: BWE ................................... 7 p.m.HES..................................... 7 p.m.MCK 4th Grade ................... 7 p.m.


Combined EAC/SAC/SPLC, Virtual, 9:30 a.m.

Band Concerts: FES ..................................... 7 p.m. PES ..................................... 7 p.m.

MMS Fall Sports Meeting

BWE Band Concert, 7 p.m.

CMS Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

IMS Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m.

5th to 6th Grade Parent Orientation for All Middle Schools @ IMS, 9:30 a.m. @ CMS, 6 p.m.

NAI Band Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.

NASH Art Exhibit, 6:30-8:30 p.m.


Band Concerts: IES ...................................... 7 p.m. MES .................................... 7 p.m.

Chorus Concerts: FES 5th Grade ..................... 7 p.m. MCK 5th Grade ................... 7 p.m. PES ..................................... 7 p.m.

Orchestra Concerts: BWE ................................... 7 p.m. HES..................................... 7 p.m.

CMS Fall Sports Meeting


Honors Chamber Rep. Concert, 5 p.m.

FES 4th Grade Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

Band Concerts: HES..................................... 7 p.m. MCK ................................... 7 p.m.

Orchestra Concerts: IES ...................................... 7 p.m. MES .................................... 7 p.m.

No School CMS Student Council Elections

BWE Spring Party, 10:30 a.m. & 2:15 p.m.

Senior Citizens’ Prom, 7 p.m.

UBO Banquet @ Baierl Center Ponce Room, 6:30 p.m.

MCK Orchestra Concert @ NAI, 7 p.m.

MES 5th Grade Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

5th Grade Move-Up Day @ CMS for MCK @ IMS for IES & MCK @ MMS for BWE

IES Field Day


NAI/NASH Pops Concert @ NASH, 7 p.m.

No SchoolIMS Mini Course Day

MMS Mini Course Day

PES Field Day (Rain Date)

Mother’s Day

Asian American & Pacific Islander History Month

Last Day of Ramadan

National Music Week

National Physical Fitness & Sports Month

Eid al Fitr (begins at sunset)

Teacher Appreciation Week Eid al-Fitr


CMS Spring Sports Assembly

Field Days: BWE HES IES Make-Up Day MES PES

NASH Senior Banquet @ Gateway Clipper, 4-11 p.m.

Memorial Day


Band Concerts: CMS .................................... 7 p.m.IMS ..................................... 7 p.m. MMS................................... 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

CMS Student Council Election Convention


IES Memorial Day Program, 2:15 p.m.

Chorus Concerts: IMS ..................................... 7 p.m.MMS................................... 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

CMS Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m.

5th Grade Move-Up Day @ CMS for HES & PES @ IMS for FES @ MMS for MES

NASH Key Club Blood Drive

Ministerium @ CAO Board Room, 9:30 a.m.

MES 4th Grade Chorus Concert, 7 p.m.

National Nurses Week Cinco de Mayo

Election Day

Senior Prom, 7:30-11:30 p.m.

High School Senior Choral Banquet

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Featuring FES 5th grade student Ella KriegerFrom teacher Kaitlyn Edington: Fifth grade students studied the art of Wayne Thiebaud,

an American Pop artist. They learned about value shading & created 3-D shapes for this project.


Summer Academy Session I, June 13-24

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Summer Academy Session I, June 13-24


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Father’s Day

Juneteenth



Last Day of School for Students

Class of 2022 Graduation

Elementary/Secondary Report Period Ends

CMS Last Day of School Celebration & Awards Assembly

PES 5th Grade Celebration, 9:30 a.m.

Field Days: FES MES (Rain Date)




NA Foundation Golf Classic

Flag Day

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Featuring NACA students (left to right) Adaline Cooper (gr. 10) & Lily Nguyen (gr. 9)From teacher Lauren Swan: This project is our “Texture Landscape Drawing”.

Both Addy & Lily won an Honorable Mention for this artwork at the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards in the Pittsburgh Arts Region competition.

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Independence Day

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Eid al-Adha (begins at sunset)

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NORTH ALLEGHENY SCHOOL DISTRICT DIRECTORYElementary Schools (grades K–5) Bradford Woods Elementary School ...............................................................................724-935-5081 Jaime Eimiller, Principal Marlene Hunter, Secretary School Counseling Office, TBD PFA Contacts: Erin Froehlich, [email protected]

Franklin Elementary School................................................................................................412-366-9663 Jeff Anderchak, Principal Tommie Erin Guess, Assistant Principal Peggy Kozej, Secretary School Counseling Office, Marci Bontempo and Erica Zinsser PFA Contact: Danielle Pisani and Kelly Ross, [email protected]

Hosack Elementary School ..................................................................................................412-366-9664 Amanda Mathieson, Ed.D., Principal Susan Miller, Secretary School Counseling Office, Danielle Cohen PFA Contacts: Gina Anetakis and Carrie Wirth, [email protected]

Ingomar Elementary School ...............................................................................................412-366-9665 Tracie Michalowski, Ed.D., Principal Kelly Yatcko, Secretary School Counseling Office, Julia Sweeney PTO Contact: Melissa Simon and Megan Masztak, [email protected]

Marshall Elementary School ...............................................................................................724-935-4044 Marc Thornton, Ed.D., Principal TBD, Assistant Principal Ellen Cavaliere and Sharon Wetzel, Secretaries School Counseling Office, Kelly Kevan (K-2), Jamie Flesher (3-5) PFA Contact: Meighan Nalducci and Cara Stirling, [email protected]

McKnight Elementary School ............................................................................................412-635-4105 Christopher Shute, Ed.D., Principal Carla Hudson, Assistant Principal Linda Bookleiner and Shannon Tieppo, Secretaries School Counseling Office, Katie Wisniewski (K-2), Christie Biro (3-5) PFA Contact: Jennifer Schroeder, [email protected]

Peebles Elementary School .................................................................................................412-366-9667 Susie Bjalobok, Principal Janet Pisani, Secretary School Counseling Office, Jenna Stand PTA Contact: Alexis McKinley, [email protected]

Middle Schools (grades 6–8) Carson Middle School ............................................................................................................412-369-5520 Katherine Krivak, Principal William McGahee, Ed.D., Assistant Principal Natalie Gottron and Barbara Gaertner, Secretaries School Counseling and Student Assistance Office ...................................................412-369-5421 Chance Petro, Counselor (last names A-L) Courtney Vadnais, Counselor (last names M-Z) Kathy Frye, Secretary

Ingomar Middle School .........................................................................................................412-348-1470 David Deramo, Principal Jason R. Harding, Ph.D., Assistant Principal Kim McCartney and Jody Garber, Secretaries School Counseling and Student Assistance Office ...................................................412-348-1497 Darla Allerton, Counselor (last names A-L) Lynne Earley, Counselor (last names M-Z) Sara Ricci, Secretary

Marshall Middle School ........................................................................................................724-934-6060 Daniel Swoger, Ed.D., Principal Matthew Buchak, Assistant Principal (part-time) Linda Saxton and Gretchen Jenkins, Secretaries School Counseling and Student Assistance Office ...................................................724-934-6038 Jeff Smalley, Counselor (last names A-L) Shannon Salpeck, Counselor (last names M-Z) TBD, Secretary

High Schools (grades 9–12) North Allegheny Intermediate High School ........................................................................412-369-5530 Caitlin Ewing, Principal John Morey, Ed.D., Assistant Principal Jenna Fraser, Assistant Principal Lisa Broeker, Jennifer Jorden and Kat Karl, Secretaries School Counseling Office ...........................................................................................................412-369-5464 Bryan Kiggins, Counselor (last names A – Dn) Madison Lewis, Counselor (last names Do – J) Meghan Mayhew, Counselor (last names K – M) Matt Butler, Counselor (last names N – Sh) Rianna Liebenguth, Counselor (last names Si – Z) Ann McLeod, Secretary Doug Brinkley, Student Assistance .....................................................................................412-369-5466

North Allegheny Senior High School ......................................................................................724-934-7200 Natasha Dirda, Ed.D. Principal Angela McEwen, Ed.D., Assistant Principal TBD, Assistant Principal Mary Anne Foglio, Kathleen Leech and Donna Liberto, Secretaries School Counseling Office ........................................................................................................... 724-934-7221 Jen Rosato, Counselor (last names A – Dn) Rhonda Bielawski, Counselor (last names Do – J) Mary Insana, Counselor (last names K – M) Kevin Thompson, Counselor (last names N – Sh) Michelle Buettner, Counselor (last names Si – Z) Chris Galbraith and Helen Schwerin, Secretaries Jeff Longo, Student Assistance ............................................................................................724-934-7260

Athletics / Baierl Fitness Center NA Athletic Department ................................................................................................................724-934-7238 Bob Bozzuto, Director Patti McClure and Brittany Glass, Secretaries

Central Administrative Offices 412-366-2100Board of School Directors .............................................................................................................412-369-5419Andrew Chomos, President Kelly Caldwell, Secretary

Superintendent of Schools...........................................................................................................412-369-5419 Melissa Friez, Ed.D., Superintendent Kelly Caldwell, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent of Schools/School Board Secretary

K–12 Education ..................................................................................................................................412-369-5896 Joseph R. Sciullo, Ph.D. Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education James M. Bradley, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education Kathy Ward, Administrative Assistant

Curriculum, Assessment and Professional Development .............................................412-630-5826 Jillian Bichsel, Ed.D., Director Sandy Eaton, Administrative Assistant Valerie Cicco, Coordinator of Professional Learning and Development ...............724-934-6067 Monika Tomko, Secretary

Photo CreditsA special thank you to the NA Visual Arts Department for contributing photos to this year’s calendar.

Student Services ................................................................................................................................412-635-4110 Michele Dowell, Ed.D., Director Ahlam Weidman, Administrative Assistant Patricia Tkacik, Coordinator, and Cynthia McKenzie, Coordinator Special Education Secretary ..................................................................................................412-635-4109 Amanda Perez, Psychological Services Secretary ..........................................................412-635-4130 Sharon Bowers, Part-Time Special Ed Secretary

Communications Department ....................................................................................................412-369-5445 Brandi Smith, Senior Public Relations and Communications Specialist Matt Walker, Senior Webmaster and Communications Specialist

Business Operations TBD, Director

Facilities.......................................................................................................................................412-369-5432 Rob Hetzel, Assistant Director of Facilities Sue Vukson and Norma Burzynski, Secretaries Ron Postreich, Manager of Maintenance Services Curtis Griffith, Manager of Custodial Staff Bill Kirk, Assistant Director of Project Management and Infrastructure Design

Safety & Security Daniel Stack, Manager School Safety & Security .......................................................412-369-5890

Finance .........................................................................................................................................412-369-5574 Kermit Houser, Assistant Director of Finance/Treasurer Lynn Reaghard, Manager of Accounting & Budget Shari Chalmers, CPP, Payroll Manager

Transportation and Operations .......................................................................................412-369-5503 Charles Cubelic, Assistant Director of Transportation and Operations Jamie Nichols, Purchasing Manager Bradley Straight, Transportation Manager Sue Vukson, Secretary Jay West, Food Services Manager ...............................................................................724-934-7202

Human Resources .............................................................................................................................412-369-5416 Marijane Treacy, Director and Title IX Officer Amy Waksman, Human Resources Coordinator Chelsie D’Amico, Manager of Talent Acquisition and Staffing ..................................412-369-5529 Michelle Donatelli, Senior Human Resources Specialist .............................................412-369-5563 Shannon Fenton, Human Resources Specialist ..............................................................412-369-5545 Melissa Brown, Substitute Services Coordinator ...........................................................412-369-5514 Katie Goehring, Benefits Manager ......................................................................................412-369-5546

NA Foundation ...................................................................................................................................412-369-5409 TBD, Executive Director

Technology Services ........................................................................................................................412-369-5444 TBD, Director of Technology and Innovation Kathy Nicklas, Administrative Assistant Help Desk .....................................................................................................................................412-369-5849 Katherine C. Curran, Ph.D., Coordinator of Academic Technology & Instructional Services ................................................................................412-369-5519

School Closing/Cancellation/DelayInformation

On occasion, weather conditions or other unexpected circumstances may make it necessary for school to be de-layed or canceled. The safety of our students is always par-amount in this decision-making process. SchoolMessen-ger, a web-based automated system and one of NASD’s communication vehicles for the delivery of information to parents/guardians and staff via phone, email, and/or text, is the primary vehicle used for the communication of weather-related cancellation or delay information, as well as other emergency or crisis-related messages. More information on SchoolMessenger can be found at www.northallegheny.org/SchoolMessenger. Information is also posted on the District website, social media, and submitted to the three local television stations.

Snow Contingency/Make-Up Days and Flexible Instructional Days (FIDs)

Pennsylvania law requires public schools to provide 180 days of instruction each year. During the 2021-2022 school year, the District is scheduling 182 days which means that two snow days are built into the schedule. If it is necessary to cancel more than two days during the year, the District will utilize up to five Flexible Instruction-al Days (FIDs). On a FID, students will complete learning activities and assignments provided by their teachers at home. FIDs are considered a school day and count toward the number of instructional days required under the Pub-lic School Code and the State Board of Education regula-tions. If additional instructional days are needed to meet the 180 day requirement, they will be added at the end of the school calendar.

North Allegheny School District does not discriminate in its education programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally-protected category. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with State Law including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and with Federal law, including Title IV and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Inquiries on related matters should be directed to the Title IX Compliance Officer, 200 Hillvue Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Further details are available under Policies and Procedures at www.northallegheny.org.

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in a Changing WorldFeaturing NAI 10th grade student Lauren KampiFrom teacher Michael Bockoven: The “Annual Tiger Painting” has been a NAI tradition since 2007, and a “rite of passage” experience for students in the art program. Sophomore students in Drawing and Painting 3 create a painting that is their own unique expression of our school District’s mascot, the Tiger.

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