Steel Valley School District News
Steel Valley High School student Anastasia Wehrer was recently recognized by Duquesne University for her submission in the university's Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Essay Contest.
School board members in Pennsylvania are elected officials, but they’re also volunteers who donate a considerable amount of time in the service of their school districts. January is School Director Recognition Month in Pennsylvania and in many states throughout the country.
What would happen if you told a Shakespeare classic in the rhythmic style of Dr. Seuss? "The Seussification of Romeo & Juliet" takes the iconic dramatic love story and gives it a different spin, creating a tale laced with humor and memorable lines. The Steel Valley Middle School Drama Club opened its production of the one hour play on Thursday, January 23 and will continue performances on Friday, January 24 and Saturday, January 25.
The annual Barrett Black History Month T-Shirt Sale is underway through January 31. This year's theme us African Americans and Labor. The T-Shirts feature prominent Black historical figures and inspirational quotes, and they are personalized with the words "Steel Valley Ironmen."
Join us for Steel Valley Youth Basketball Night on Tuesday, January 28 to watch the Steel Valley Ironmen take on Seton LaSalle.
Enrollment is ongoing for Pre-K for the 2025-26 school year! Students who are going to be 4-years-old on September 1, 2025 and whose families reside within the Steel Valley School District are eligible.
Santa's ready to fly around the world thanks to the encouragement of Barrett Elementary students, who shared all the ways Santa can overcome unexpected challenges as he makes his deliveries. Barrett hosted its annual winter concert on Thursday, December 19.
Steel Valley Families & Staff: As we draw closer to the start of our winter holiday break, I've spent some time reflecting on the first half of the 2024-2025 school year. We have so much to truly celebrate as a District!
The Steel Valley Youth Basketball program is looking for boys currently in sixth grade who are interested in trying out for the middle school team next year. If your child is interested, please contact Dave Colasante at 412-628-3894.
Steel Valley students received a surprise Monday morning, as Citizens donated over 30 new musical instruments to the music program as part of its Sounds of Giving initiative. Citizens is donating $100,000 worth of instruments to schools in the area, and their campaign began Monday at Steel Valley High School.
The Steel Valley Music Department presented its Winter Concert featuring middle school and high school students on Friday, December 13. The festive show struck all the right notes as the Steel Valley community prepares for the holiday break.
The Steel Valley School District will have an early dismissal for all students on Friday, December 20 to kick off the winter break.
You are invited to the Steel Valley Winter Concert. Performance by the Middle & High School Band & Choruses on December 13 at 6:30 pm in the Steel Valley High School Auditorium.
This year's Park Holiday Concert featured songs all about Santa's challenges and the help he receives around the world. Whether it's a particular donkey in the Italian Alps, a herd of Zebras in Africa, or some extra reindeer help in Mexico, Park students shared songs about Santa's travels and friends.
Steel Valley senior Donald Barksdale announced his college commitment on Wednesday, December 4 during a special signing day ceremony in front of family, friends, classmates, and coaches inside the high school auditorium.
Steel Valley High School students volunteered with Best of the Batch for their Batch-A-Toys Drive on November 25 & 26. They helped load, unload, sort, and organize the abundance of toys that have been donated.
The Student Council encouraged everyone to sign the “Spread the Word: Inclusion” banner to pledge to show kindness and respect and to be inclusive.
On November 22, 2024, High School Student Council members spent some time in Mrs. Lavelle’s classroom today enjoying some fun activities with their friends. When students work together, they create an environment of understanding, empathy, and mutual growth.
Barrett Elementary was thrilled to host a visit from KDKA TV's Pittsburgh Today Live on Thursday, November 21. Students and staff welcomed Daisy Jade from KDKA and PTL and showcased what they've been doing through the school's annual 12 Days of Giving campaign.
The Steel Valley School District will have an Early Dismissal for students on Wednesday, November 27th
The Steel Valley School District and the community gathered on Friday, November 15, 2024 to honor the men and women of the armed forces who have answered the call to serve their country. The 42nd Annual Veterans Day Program had the theme of "A Legacy of Loyalty and Service," which highlighted the dedication and personal sacrifices of those who made the commitment to serve.
The Steel Valley High School's Chick-fil-A Leader Academy visited Park and Barrett Elementary Schools, where they distributed packs of books that were donated by Chick-fil-A.
Park was honored to celebrate the veterans in our community during a special Veterans Day assembly on Tuesday, November 12.
On a sunny Friday afternoon in the shadow of the towering remnants of the former Homestead Steel Works at the Waterfront, a handful of Barrett Elementary students united with veterans to plant a field of American flags. The field of 50 flags honor the Barrett family members who have sacrificed everything for our freedom.
Eleven Steel Valley Concert Choir students participated in PMEA's first annual Contemporary A Cappella Showcase at Peters Township High School on Saturday, November 2.