Steel Valley Senior High School News

NHS ceremony inductees

The Steel Valley High School National Honor Society Apollo Chapter inducted 19 new members into the organization during a ceremony held inside the auditorium on Friday, May 8, 2026.

STEM Career Fair sign

Current Steel Valley High Schools met with generations of alumni who are currently working in STEM fields on Friday, May 8 as part of the second annual STEM Career Fair.

The academic awards

A host of local businesses, community organizations, and alumni celebrated the Steel Valley High School Class of 2026 during the annual Dr. Lawrence A. Griffin Senior Honor Awards Ceremony at St. John’s Cathedral Center in Munhall on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

The valedictorian and salutatorian pose for a photo

For the last few years, the Steel Valley School District has taken the opportunity to sit down with the class valedictorian and salutatorian to learn more about the impact Steel Valley had on them and their future plans. This year, that conversation features Aubrey Guciardo, the Class of 2026 valedictorian, and Rebekah Kleiber, the salutatorian.

Group of Top 10 students

Meet the Steel Valley High School Class of 2026 Top 10. These students have excelled in the classroom throughout their four years in high school. They have sought out new academic challenges through College in High School classes and Advanced Placement courses, and they have consistently performed at a high level.

The high school concert choir performs

The middle school and high school concert bands and choirs shined during the Steel Valley Music Department's annual spring concert on Tuesday, May 5 in the high school auditorium.

Participants in the mock trial pose for a photo

Steel Valley High School students recently participated in a hands-on Mock Trial experience led by the Honorable Magisterial District Judge Patrick Campbell.

Labishak signs with Muskingum

Congratulations to Holden Labishak, who will continue his academic and athletic careers at Muskingum University in Ohio. The Steel Valley senior was joined by family, friends, teammates, and coaches for a special Signing Day ceremony on Friday, April 17 in the high school auditorium.

Smiling students gather around a picnic table

Unified Activity Day

April 20, 2026

Members of the High School Student Council teamed up with students from Mr. Shoemaker’s and Mrs. Lavelle’s classrooms to spend time together enjoying the beautiful weather outdoors.

Stem career fair flyer

Steel Valley High School is excited to host the 2nd Annual Steel Valley STEM Career Fair on Friday, May 8. Are you a Steel Valley alum currently working in STEM? Are you willing to share your career experiences with current Steel Valley High School students? If so, you’re invited to be part of this special opportunity to connect with our students and help them explore the possibilities in STEM careers.

The cast and crew of the show

Dust off your favorite gown, make sure that tuxedo still fits, and put on your sharpest shoes, as Steel Valley Drama cordially invites you to attend its production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella. The curtain rises on the recent Broadway adaptation of this classic tale on Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Steel Valley High School auditorium. Additional shows are Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m.

Three SV staff members jumping into a pool

The High School Student Council and Chick-fil-A Leader Academy proudly organized the Cool School Polar Plunge field trip for the third consecutive year.

Smile Programs The Mobile Dentists graphic

The dentist is coming to school! Smiles Dental program is coming to Steel Valley Senior High School and Middle School in April. The high school date is April 28th and the middle school date is April 30th.

A view of a planetarium projection

Every week, students in Mr. Jeffrey Deabner's high school astronomy classes turn their attention to the stars. With their classroom in complete darkness, the only light comes from the images of the stars and planets projected overhead by the classroom planetarium.

Penn with his family

Congratulations to senior Christian Penn, who has committed to play volleyball at Kentucky State University. Christian was joined by his family, teammates, friends, and coaches for a special signing day ceremony on Thursday, February 12.

Four senior students pose together in the snow

Senior Class Snow Tubing

February 6, 2026

Cold temps, bright sunshine, and even brighter smiles! The Class of 2026 had a blast snow tubing yesterday—laughing, racing down the hills, and making memories that will last long after the snow melts.

Prom Fundraiser Hoagie Sale Poster

2026 Prom Hoagie Fundraiser

January 28, 2026

In preparing for Prom 2026, students can sell hoagies from Triangle Bar & Grill to receive a discount or to earn a free Prom Ticket. Students will only need to sell 20 hoagies to receive a free ticket.

Graphic advertising 2026 Polar Plunge

For the third consecutive year, Steel Valley High School is proudly participating in the Cool Schools Pittsburgh Polar Plunge, an event that raises essential funds for Special Olympics and Unified Sports.

Six students in their winter formal attire pose for a photo

Winter Semi Formal 2026

January 13, 2026

On the evening of Saturday, January 10, Steel Valley High School hosted their winter semi-formal, where students dazzled in their finest formal attire and brought the night to life on the dance floor.

PHEAA flyer

The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is offering a series of webinars to help families and their students navigate the process of applying for college and securing financial aid assistance.

SV Friendsmas gathering

High School and Middle School Students worked together to plan, prepare, serve, decorate, and clean up a special Friendsmas Luncheon to thank the adults who support our school every day—our administration, nurses, secretaries, custodians, security, para-professionals, and cafeteria staff.

The high school choir performs

The auditorium was packed for the Steel Valley Music Department's annual Middle School/High School Winter Concert on Thursday, December 11.

Holiday Spirit Week Theme Day Graphic

The Middle School & High School Student Councils invite everyone in the Middle School and High School to participate.

Ms. Podnar works with a student

As Pennsylvania schools formally adopt the new STEELS science curriculum standards, which prioritize active investigation and practical application of the scientific method instead of rote memorization of facts, Steel Valley’s science teachers are demonstrating that seeing is believing, and doing is understanding. This in-depth story shares how hands-on learning is helping students grasp complex material.

It's A Wonderful Life Cast

"It's A Wonderful Life" has been a holiday classic for decades, beloved by generations of families who gather around to watch the film each year on television. But when the film first premiered in 1946, most families didn't have televisions. The radio was the primary source of home entertainment. It is in that spirit that the Steel Valley Drama Club is transporting audiences back in time with its presentation of "It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" from Thursday, December 4 through Saturday, December 6.