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— Penn Hills Administrative Center — 260 Aster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Mr. Thomas K. Washington, Superintendent 412-793-7000, ext. 1210 Mr. Richard Liberto, Director of Business Affairs 412-793-7000, ext. 1231 Ms. Lori McKay, Asst. Dir. Bus. Affairs/Fed. Prog. Director 412-793-7000, ext. 1253 Mrs. Catherine Guzzo, Director of Special Education 412-793-7000, ext. 1282 Mr. William McClarnon, Director of Student Services 412-793-7000, ext. 1269 Mrs. Renel Williams, Dir. of Teaching, Learning, & Assess. (K-12) 412-793-7000, ext. 1251 Ms. Lindsay Pfister, Director of Human Resources 412-793-7000, ext. 1260 Mr. Roger Myers, Manager of Technology 412-793-7000, ext. 1246 Mrs. Stefanie Raspotnik, Prof. Dev. & Fund. Coordinator 412-793-7000, ext. 1264 Ms. Kyoko Henson, Home & School Visitor 412-793-7000, ext. 1218 Ms. Teresita K. Kolenchak, Communications Consultant 412-793-7000, ext. 1255

— Penn Hills Board of School Directors — 260 Aster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Mr. Joseph E. Bailey, Sr., President 412-793-7000, ext. 1929 Ms. Carolyn L. Faggioli, Vice President 412-793-7000, ext. 1532 Mr. Carl J. Barbarino 412-793-7000, ext. 1514 Mrs. Jennifer Burgess-Johnson 412-793-7000, ext. 1516 Mrs. Denise Graham-Shealey 412-793-7000, ext. 1517 Mrs. Heather K. Hoolahan 412-793-7000, ext. 1515 Mr. Robert S. Hudak 412-793-7000, ext. 1511 Mr. Donald L. Kuhn, Jr. 412-793-7000, ext. 1510 Mr. John A. Zacchia 412-793-7000, ext. 1518

— Penn Hills Senior High School (9 to 12) — 309 Collins Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Mr. Eric Kostic, Building Principal 412-793-7000, ext. 5202 Mr. David Barr, Associate Principal 412-793-7000, ext. 5262 Mr. Patrick Gavin, Associate Principal 412-793-7000, ext. 5204 Mr. Christopher Horne, Associate Principal 412-793-7000, ext. 5210 Mr. John Peterman, Athletic Director 412-793-7000, ext. 5206

— Linton Middle School (5 to 8) — 250 Aster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

Mr. Shaun Cooke, Principal - Grades 5-8 412-793-7000, ext. 6189 Ms. Darcie Gatti, Associate Principal - Grade 5 & 6 412-793-7000, ext. 6133 Mr. Dan Garofalo, Associate Principal - Grades 7 & 8 412-793-7000, ext. 6157 Mr. Pete DeVito, Athletic Coordinator 412-793-7000, ext. 6148

Forbes Elementary School (K to 3) 5785 Saltsburg Road, Verona, PA 15147

412-793-2155 Mrs. Kristin Brown, Principal

Penn Hebron Elementary Academy (K to 4) 102 Duff Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

412-242-7770 Mrs. Sandra Barker, Principal

Ms. Maureen Dobson, Associate Principal

Washington Elementary School (Pre-K to 3) 2501 Main Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235

412-793-2800 Mr. Thomas Iaquinta, Principal

Transportation Transportation Department: 412-793-7000, ext. 1276

First Student: 412-793-9600

Penn Hills Tax Office (School & Municipal Taxes) Hours: Mon. through Fri.: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

412-793-7182 or 412-793-7063 (Tax forms available online at www.phsd.k12.pa.us)

Nutrition, Inc. Ms. Jodee Murphy, Food Service Director

412-793-7000, ext. 6182

Penn Hills PTA Council Mrs. MJ Gula, President

[email protected]

Penn Hills Municipality www.pennhills.org

Penn Hills Parks & Recreation Department John Scaglione, Supervisor

412-798-2147 For the most current information on the Penn Hills School

District, visit our website at www.phsd.k12.pa.us.

Note that Jewish holidays listed on the calendar begin at sundown the evening before the date listed.

HS-High School F-Forbes PH-Penn Hebron L-Linton W-Washington NJROTC-Navy Jr. Reserve Officers Training Corps

August 2013

For questions regarding the District calendar, please contact Teresita Kolenchak at (412) 793-7000, x1255, or [email protected].

August 2013 20 Tuesday—Professional Day, No Students (Clerical) 21 Wednesday—Professional Day, No Students (Clerical) 22 Thursday—Professional Day, No Students 23 Friday—Professional Day, No Students 24 Monday—School Opens, First Student Day September 2013 02 Monday—Labor Day Recess, No School 30 Tuesday—Progress Reports/Parental Contact/25th Day October 2013 07 Monday—Professional Day, No Students 29 Tuesday—End of First Nine Weeks, 45th Day November 2013 05 Tuesday—Election Day/Professional Day/Elementary Parent Conferences, No Students 28 Thursday—Thanksgiving Recess Begins, No School December 2013 02 Monday—Last Day of Thanksgiving Recess, No School 09 Monday—Progress Reports/Parental Contact/70th Day 23 Monday—Christmas Recess Begins, No School January 2014 02 Thursday—School Resumes After Christmas Recess 16 Thursday—End of First Semester, 90th Day 17 Friday—Professional Day, No Students (Clerical) 20 Monday—Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday Recess, No School February 2014 17* Monday—Presidents’ Day Recess, No School (1st Emergency Makeup Day) 25 Tuesday—Progress Reports/Parental Contact/115th Day March 2014 21 Friday—Professional Day, No Students 26 Wednesday—End of Third Nine Weeks, 135th Day April 2014 16* Wednesday—First Day of Easter Recess, No School (2nd Emergency Makeup Day) 17* Thursday—Second Day of Easter Recess, No School (3rd Emergency Makeup Day) 18 Friday—Good Friday, No School 21* Monday—Easter Monday, No School (4th Emergency Makeup Day) May 2014 06 Tuesday—Progress Reports/Parental Contact/160th Day 20 Tuesday—Primary Election Day, Professional Day, No Students 23 Friday—Kennywood Picnic Day Recess, No School 26 Monday—Memorial Day Recess, No School June 2014 06 Friday—End of Second Semester, 180th Day, Final Student Day, Commencement 09 Monday—Professional Day (Clerical), Final Teacher Day

Message from the Board President We often talk about our new facilities—The High School, which has been presented to the community, and now we celebrate the ideas of our upcoming Elementary School. I would ask that we not focus entirely on facilities but take a moment to invest in our community. There are many Parents, Grandparents, and Guardians (ATEAM) who have volunteered in the past. Many of those great people continue to volun-teer. And while we want to stay focused on the educational program and the facilities that will help our children grow and become successful, we must take the time to invest in our children. Our Superintendent, Teachers, Administrators, and Staff are doing their part to maintain a healthy balance of providing a quality education and offering guidance to our students, but we—the ATEAM—must come together and offer the support needed to achieve our goals. So to the ATEAM, let’s continue to enforce the rules and set clear expectations for our children. They are not only a gift, but they are truly the future of our communities and country. Let’s invest with everything we are to teach them the things that can’t be taught in schools across this country. Let’s pro-vide them with the real opportunities needed to enter this world once High School has ended. Our children continue to deserve the best opportunities this world has to offer. As we work together toward a common goal to provide a good quality education, we must also provide a solid foundation. These things will allow our children additional opportunities to be heard and the confidence to know that “They Matter.” They are the reason we do what we do. Sometimes, we all fall short at their expense, but we must never lose sight of our mission and our goals. Thank you to our Super-intendent Thomas Washington, Communi-ty, Board, Staff, PTA, and the ATEAM. Have a great year and let’s make positive history in 2013-2014. Joseph E. Bailey, Sr. Board President

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Welcome back for the 2013-14 school year!

There are many exciting programs, activities, and events planned for the 2013-14 school year. The Unity in the Community Event, Band Parent Preview Night, 9th Grade Academy Transition Program, and Linton Welcome Back Picnic are just some of the events leading up to the first day of school for students on August 26th. In addition to the usual concerts, drama performances, sporting events, assemblies, open houses, and family events, this school year will see the completion of the brand new, state-of-the-art Elementary Center, with the opening planned for Fall 2014. Our Senior High students set the bar very high this past year as they opened their new building in the middle of the school year. Now, our elementary students in Pre-K through Grade 4 will have their opportunity to shine as they explore their new building in preparation for the final move over the summer. Many activities are planned throughout the year to celebrate our new Elementary Center. As we look for-ward to this event as well as all of the amazing things that our students are sure to achieve, Penn

Hills School District truly is a place of realized potential.

Statement of Nondiscrimination/Title IX The Penn Hills School District prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or past or present physical or mental disability. Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, unwelcomed sexual advances, direct or indirect demands or requests for sexual favors, sexual comments, gestures or other physical actions of a sexual nature when:

Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's educational success; Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for educational decisions affecting such individual; or such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably

interfering with an individual's academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive educational environment.

Grievance procedures are available which provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging violations of Title IX. These procedures are available to all participants, students and employees in via the Penn Hills School District website or student handbooks. The district Title IX coordinator is Ms. Lindsay Pfister, 260 Aster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235. She can be reached at 412-793-7000, ext. 1260 or [email protected].

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Curric. Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm

School Board Public Voting Mtg. 7:30 pm

Finan. Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm

Safety/Bldgs. & Grounds Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm

HR/Pol. Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm

Professional Day No Students (Clerical)

Professional Day No Students


School Opens 1st Student Day

Band Camp (9 am to 4 pm) at Linton

Band Camp (9 am to 4 pm) at Linton

Band Parent Preview Night 7 pm

NJROTC NS 1 Summer Orientation Camp (8 am to 12 pm) at HS

NJROTC SOC Picnic at HS 12:30-2 pm

Unity in the Community at PH Park 4-8 pm

W PTA Mtg. 9 am

Linton PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Linton Welcome Back Picnic/New Student

Orientation 5:30-7 pm

HS PTSA Mtg. 6 pm

9th Grade Academy Transition Program (8:30 am to 2:30 pm)

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September 2013

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Senior High School 309 Collins Drive

Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 793-7000

Mr. Eric Kostic, Building Principal

From special events (KDKA Radio Visit, Tony Lonero Day, Author Sha-ron Flake Presentation ) to Varsity Sports (soccer, football, tennis, golf, and more) to Extracurricular Activi-ties (marching band, spring musi-cal) to a Fundraiser Talent Show, the Senior High offers a wide range of programs to our students in Grades 9-12. Students moved into their new, state-of-the-art High School in January 2013. They worked hard to bring back their school pride while they continued participating in programs such as:

9th Grade Academy (“7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens”) Dual Enrollment AP Curriculum (AB Calculus, BC Calculus, Psychology, U.S. History, European History, Spanish, Chemistry,

Physics, Biology, French, Studio Art, English Literature, English Composition, German) SAT Preparation Spring Musical NJROTC Forensic Science and Forensic Science/Law

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Labor Day

Holiday Recess-No School

First Day of Autumn

Rosh Hashanah


1st Installment School Real Estate Tax at Face

Yom Kippur

Progress Reports/Parental Contact/25th Day

Curric. Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm Finan. Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm



Grade 9 School Photos



Makeup School Photos Grades 9-11

Elem. Instrum. Orientation Night 7 pm at Linton

PH Marching Band Festival 7pm at HS

NJROTC Fall Readi. Test

W PTA Mtg. 9 am

PAGE Mtg. in LMC 7 pm

PTA Scholar. Comm. Mtg. 6 pm

PTA Council Mtg. 7 pm

Forbes PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Grade 5 School Photos Grade 6 School Photos Grade 7 School Photos


Linton PTA Mtg. 7 pm Washington Welcome Back Night 5:30-8 pm

Penn Hebron Grade 4 School Photos

F Family Picnic 6-7:30 pm Penn Hebron K-3 School

Photos HS PTSA Mtg. 6 pm Forbes School Photos W (K-3) School Photos

Forbes Off. Phil Prog. 9:30-11:30 am

Washington Off. Phil Prog. 1:30-3:30 pm

Penn Hebron Off. Phil Prog. 9:30-11:30 am

ACT Linton Grades 7-8 Open

House 6 pm

Linton Grades 5-6 Open House 6 pm

Last Day to Pay School Real Estate Tax at Discount

Grades K-3 Open House

1st Round GMADE (September 16-20, 2013)

PH Welcome Back Night 6 pm/Grade 4 Open

House

PH Welcome Back Night/ PTA Meeting 6 pm

HS Student Council Exec. Council Mtg. 2:45 pm

HS Student Council Gen. Assembly Mtg. 2:45 pm

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Forbes 9/11 Cookies for the Community


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October 2013

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Title I Parental Right-to-Know Requirements Section 1111(h)(6) of the No Child Left Behind Act requires that school districts receiving Title I, Part A, funds notify parents at the beginning of each school year of their right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of their child’s teacher and/or paraprofessional. Parents are entitled to have access, upon request, to the following information: Whether the teacher has met state qualifications for licensure in the grade levels and subject areas in which they teach. The level of state teacher certification--emergency, Instructional I, Instructional II, etc., held by the teacher. The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher and the

field of discipline of the certification or degree. Qualifications of the paraprofessional working with their child. Parent right-to-know requirements also state that a school district must provide timely notification to parents when their child has been instructed by a teacher who is not highly qualified for more than four consecutive weeks. It is the practice of the Penn Hills School District to employ only highly qualified teachers. If you have any questions, please contact the principal of your child’s school.

The Title I Office provides supplementary services to assist students who have been tested and show a deficiency in reading or math. A resource room, centrally located in the administrative wing, offers parents a place to come and access resources provided by Title I. Curriculum materials are on display and can be checked out, and parents can help themselves to an array of free publications on various topics ranging from bullying to study skills to potty training. Several activities are held throughout the year, including: Math Night Reading Night Special Guest Speakers.

Title I Office 260 Aster Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 793-7000

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Columbus Day

Halloween

Simchat Torah

Last Day to Pay 2013 School Real Estate Tax at Face; 2nd Install. School Real Estate Tax at Face


Boss’s Day

End 1st 9 Wks./45th Day

Sukkot Eid al Adha

Professional Day—No Students




Yearbook Club Photos


NJROTC Dessert Night/ Awards Ceremony 7 pm

NJROTC Field Trip to West Point

NJROTC Field Trip to West Point

NJROTC NS 2, 3, & 4 Field Trip (Waterworks)

on Gateway Clipper

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L Picture Makeup (am) PH Picture Makeup (pm)

F Picture Makeup (am) PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Washington PreK and Makeup School Photos

Washington Book Fair (October 14-18, 2013)

PAGE Gen. Membership Mtg. in Board Room 7 pm


PH Costume Ball 6-8 pm

Forbes Book Fair (October 21-25, 2013)

Elementary Classroom Celebrations

SAT

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Pgh. Children’s Theater

PH Book Fair (October 14-18, 2013)

LSOTM/Pride Assembly

Star Wars Lands at Linton

HS Powder Puff FB Game Homecoming

(Pig Roast/Tailgate 6 pm) Homecoming Dance

7 pm


Homecoming Week


HS Pajama Day

HS Think Pink Day

HS Tacky Day

HS PH Pride Day

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HS Student Council Comm. Movie Night & Cookout 6:30-9 pm

HS Open House 7-8:30 pm

Forbes Rd CTC In-Service HS Open PTSA Mtg. 5:45 pm

HS Blood Drive

Elementary Event at Linton 6:30-8 pm

Halloween Parade PH Community Park 12-2 pm

Univ. of Pgh. Make a Difference Day Commun.

Cleanup 8 am-12 pm

PH Parks Close for Season

Photos, interviews, and videotaping of students take place throughout the school year for use on the District website and in District publications/

productions, press releases to the media, etc. We also encourage the media to publicize our stu-dents' accomplishments. If you do not give per-

mission to have your child involved in these pub-licity efforts, you must notify the District public

relations office in writing regarding any limitations or restrictions.


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November 2013

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Forbes Elementary School 5785 Saltsburg Road Verona, PA 15147 (412) 793-2155 Mrs. Kristin Brown, Building Principal

Forbes Elementary School offers a wide range of educational and cultural activities for students. Every year, volunteers work with students to pre-pare cookies delivered on 9/11 to first respond-ers in the community, special programs are brought to celebrate Black History Month, and field trips explore the Zoo, History Center, and more. Forbes Friends is a teacher-to-student mentorship program in which teachers are paired with students in need of academic or so-cial support. The school also has its own K-Kids, a junior version of the Kiwanis service organiza-tion. Forbes' Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support

Program, "The Way to BEE at Forbes Elementary," supports the District’s Olweus Bully Prevention Program by defining four expectations for behavior in all school environments so that students, staff, and visitors are welcomed into a posi-tive school climate for learning. Students are expected to “BEE” respectful, responsible, safe, and kind everywhere they go as the school's motto/song states. Students are awarded BEE YOUR BEST slips daily when they are caught behav-ing according to expectations. At Forbes:

My Goal - My Best Your Goal - Your Best Our Goal - Our Best

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Election Day

Elem. Parent Confer./ Second. Professional Day

No Students

Thanksgiving Day

Holiday Recess—No School

Daylight Savings Time Ends

Veterans Day





Chanukah

Diwali

PHEAA Financial Aid Workshop/Srs. &

Parents - HS Cafet. 6 pm

NJROTC NS 4 Field Trip USCG Osage

NJROTC Annual Pgh. Veterans Day Parade

NJROTC 13th Annual Big Red Company Day

W PTA Mtg. 9 am



Forbes PTA Mtg. 7 pm PAGE Mtg. in LMC 7 pm

PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Linton PTA Mtg. 7 pm HS PTSA Open Mtg. 7 pm

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Title I (K-8) Math Night at Linton 6:30-8 pm



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16th Annual Holiday Craft Show at Linton 8 am-4 pm

Forbes Santa Shop (November 19-21, 2013)

PTA Scholar. Apps. Available Online/

HS Guidance Office

HS PTSA Board Mtg. 6 pm


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December 2013 The Annual Police Train Display will be held December 1, 2013 through January 2, 2014. Hours are Monday through Friday, 5:00 to

9:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 to 9:00 pm.

For more information, call 412-795-3500,

ext. 2 (community bulletin board)

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Washington Elementary School 2501 Main Street Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 793-2800 Mr. Thomas Iaquinta, Building Principal

At Washington Elementary, the school's slogan is "Today a Reader . . . Tomorrow a Leader." Reading is encouraged through initiatives such as the Washington Reading Rainbow, which this past spring involved approximately 200 students and 30 teachers and staff. This past year also saw the implementation of the Career Oppor-tunity Project, a chance for third graders to learn more about possible career choices by having representatives of a wide variety of careers come in and speak to them. Students at Washington are provided with a vari-ety of outside programs from organizations such as: The Pittsburgh Zoo Pittsburgh CLO Turner’s Dairy. Staff and parents also participate each Novem-

ber in the Annual Turkey Bowl, a fund raising event for the Washington community. Every month, a student is also recog-nized as part of the school’s Student of the Month program. Along with students in K-3, Washington is home to the District's Pre-K program. Each year, a special ceremony is held in May for the graduates as they move on to Kindergarten. During the summer, the school is also the location of the K-2 tutoring program.


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Pearl Harbor Day

Christmas Eve Christmas Day Kwanzaa

New Year’s Eve Holiday Recess-No School

Holiday Recess—No School

First Day of Winter

School Board Reorg. Mtg. 7:30 pm

Final Installment for School Real Estate Tax at Face


Holiday Recess-No School Fall Sports Awards 7 pm L Band Concert 7 pm

L Orchestra Concert 7 pm Elem. Orchestra Concert

7 pm at Linton

HS Instrum. Concert 7 pm L Choral Concert 7 pm HS Choral Concert 7 pm Elem. Band & Chorus

Concert 7 pm at Linton

NJROTC Garfield HS Drill Meet in Akron, OH

NJROTC 72nd Anniv. Pearl Harbor Attack Parade Trip to Honolulu, HI

NJROTC 72nd Anniv. Pearl Harbor Attack Parade Trip to Honolulu, HI



W PTA Mtg. 9 am

Elem. Classroom Celeb.

SAT

ACT


3rd Installment School Real Estate Tax at Face

Keystone Exams (December 3-13, 2013)

Keystone Exams (December 3-13, 2013)



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PTA Scholar. Apps. Due to HS Guidance Office


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January 2014

Annual Child Find Notice Services for School-Age Students with Disabilities PHSD provides a free, appropriate, public education to eligible students. To qualify, the child must be of school age, in need of specially-designed instruction, and meet eligibility criteria for one or more of the following physical or mental disabilities, as set forth in Pennsylvania State Regulations: Specific Learning Disability, Emotionally Disturbed, Autism/Pervasive Development Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Deaf-blindness, Deafness, Hearing Impairment, Mental Retardation, Multiple Disabil-ities, Orthopedic Impairment, Neurological Impairment, Other Health Impairment, Visual Impairment including Blindness, and Speech or Language Impairment. Infor-mation regarding the appropriate developmental milestone descriptors for infants and toddlers may be found at the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website at www.cdc.gov or The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY) website at nichcy.org. The District engages in identification procedures to ensure that eligible students receive an appropriate educational program consisting of special education and related services individualized to meet student needs. At no cost to the parents, these services are provided in compliance with state and federal law and are reasonably calculated to yield meaningful educational benefit and student progress. To identify students who may be eligible for special education, various screening activities are conducted on an ongoing basis. These screening activ-ities include group-based data review (cumulative records, enrollment records, health records, report cards, ability, and achievement test scores); hearing, vision, physi-cal, and speech/language screening; and Child Study, Pupil Personnel, or Elementary Student Assistant Program (ESAP) Team review. When screening results suggest that the student may be eligible for special education services, the District seeks parental consent to conduct a multidisciplinary evaluation. Parents who suspect that their child is eligible for special education services may request a multidisciplinary evaluation (MDE) at any time through a written request to the Building Principal or Director of Special Education. Services designed to meet the needs of eligible students include the annual development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), bi-annual or tri-annual multidisciplinary re-evaluation, and a full continuum of services, which include Itinerant, Supplemental, or Full-Time Levels of Intervention. The extent of special education services and location for delivery of such services are determined by the IEP team based on the student’s identified needs and abilities, chronological age, and level of intensity of the specified intervention. The District also provides related services, such as transportation and speech, language, physical, and occupational therapy required for the student to benefit from the special education program. Services for Students Who are Mentally Gifted The definition of giftedness comes from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Special Education Rules and Regulations, Chapter 16, which states that a student who is mentally gifted demonstrates outstanding intellectual and creative ability, the development of which requires specially designed programs or support services or both, not ordinarily provided in the regular education program. This includes a person who has an IQ of 130 or higher or when multiple criteria, as set forth in Chapter 16 and in Department Guidelines, indicate gifted ability. Determination of gifted ability will not be based on IQ score alone. Deficits in memory or processing speed, as indicated by testing, cannot be the sole basis upon which a student is determined to be ineligible for gifted special education. A person with an IQ score lower than 130 may be admitted to gifted programs when other educational criteria in the profile of the person strongly indicate gifted ability. Determination of mental-ly gifted must include a full assessment by a certified school psychologist in accordance with Chapter 16. Five general categories of multiple criteria are used to create a screening matrix for consideration for gifted programming: ability/aptitude standardized test scores, performance or achievement test results, teacher ratings, QPA (grades 6-12), and results of individual intelligence tests (WISC IV or Stanford-Binet V). Once a student meets the requirements outlined through the matrix, a Gifted Multidisciplinary Evaluation (GMDE) is conducted and a Gifted Written Report (GWR) is generated. The GWR includes information provided by the parents, results of testing, academic functioning, learning strengths, and educational needs. Recommendations are made that are considered by the GMDE Team in the development of the Gifted Individualized Education Plan (GIEP). At the conclusion of the GIEP meeting, a Notice of Recommended Assignment (NORA) is issued. Services for Students in Nonpublic Schools PHSD makes public special education accessible to resident students attending nonpublic schools. These students are permitted to enroll on a part-time, dual-enrollment basis in a program of special education operated in a public school. Special programs are made accessible to nonpublic school students through dual en-rollment following a multidisciplinary evaluation (MDE) and development of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Parents of nonpublic school students who sus-pect that their child has a disability and is in need of special education may request a multidisciplinary evaluation through a written request to the Director of Special Education. The dual-enrollment process is handled through the Building Principal. Services for Protected Handicapped Students In compliance with state and federal law, PHSD will provide to protected handicapped students services or accommodations needed to provide equal opportunity to participate in and obtain the benefits of the school program and extracurricular activities to the maximum extent appropriate to the student’s abilities. These related services or accommodations are provided without discrimination or cost to the student or family. In order to qualify as a protected handicapped student, the child must be of school age with a physical or mental disability which substantially limits or prohibits participation in or access to an aspect of the school program. Services and safeguards for protected handicapped students are distinct from those applicable to exceptional students enrolled or seeking enrollment in special education pro-grams. Protected handicapped students fall under Pennsylvania Chapter 15, Title 22, Regulations of the State Board of Education (Section 504, 1973 Rehabilitation Act). In contrast, students with disabilities who qualify for special education services are covered by the regulations contained in Chapter 14. Services for Pre-School Children The Early Intervention Services System Act (212) entitles all preschool children with disabilities to appropriate early intervention services. Young children experiencing developmental delays or physical or mental disabilities and their families are eligible for early intervention services. At-risk children are eligible for screening and track-ing. PHSD ensures that all students transitioning from early intervention programs to kindergarten or first grade programs within the District are transitioned without disruption of services. Parents of children entering school age programs are notified of the District’s Transition activities. The District secures permission to evaluate, conducts an evaluation, and develops an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)/Individualized Education Program (IEP) in accordance with the timelines required by state mandates. The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare is responsible for providing services to infants and toddlers, defined as children from birth through three years of age. For more information, contact Alliance for Infants, 2801 Custer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15227 (412-885-6000). PDE is responsible for providing services to preschool children from ages three through five. For more information, contact the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, Project DART, 475 E. Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA 15120 (412-394-5739). Additional information on District programs is available by contacting the Director of Special Education at (412) 793-7000, ext. 1282.

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New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King Day



The Penn Hills Parks and Recreation Department is

now accepting picnic grove reservations for the

2014 season. Phone 412-798-2147 for infor-

mation or visit www.pennhills.org.


Curric./Safety/Bldgs. & Grounds Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm

Finance/HR/Policy Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm

End 1st Semester/90th Day Professional Day (Clerical)

No Students

NJROTC JFR HS Drill Meet in Cleveland, OH

NJROTC Annual Military Inspection (Gym)

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PAGE Mtg. in LMC 7 pm PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Forbes PTA Mtg. 7 pm Linton PTA Mtg. 7 pm

HS PTSA Mtg. 6 pm



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L Grade 8 Scheduling Mtg. for 9th Grade 6 pm

HS Student Council Exec. Council Mtg. 2:45 pm HS Student Council Gen.

Assembly Mtg. 2:45 pm

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Linton Middle School 250 Aster Street Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 793-7000

It’s a Great Day to Be at Linton! At Linton, we believe Magic Happens in the Middle. We offer a variety of programs to help students reach their full potential, such as: Accelerated Reading and Math; Algebra

and Pre-Algebra Courses Enrichment Classes Spanish, French, and German Art, Consumer Science, Computer, and

Technology Band, Chorus, Orchestra, and Drama Computer Club, Bible Club, Odyssey of the

Mind, Student Council, and more Basketball, Football, Soccer, Softball,

Swimming, and Wrestling Student of the Month Celebrations, Danc-

es, and Field Day PTA-Sponsored Assemblies. In addition, all 5th grade students have an opportunity to participate in the premier hands-on/minds-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education program for elementary/middle school. The Starbase

Atlantis actively engages area 5th graders in problem-solving, decision-making, and critical and creative thinking activities that develop stu-dents’ intellectual skills and promote positive attitudes about STEM, school, and themselves as learners.

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Groundhog Day

Holiday Recess--No School (1st Makeup Day)

Presidents’ Day

Valentine’s Day


February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the history, teachings, and achievements of African

Americans. The theme for this year is “The Golden

Jubilee of the Civil Rights Act.”


Curric./Safety/Bldgs. & Grounds Comm. Mtg.

6-7 pm Finance/HR/Policy Comm.

Mtg. 7-8 pm

PMEA District 1 Senior High Band Festival at HS

Cabaret, Chocolate, & Roses 7 pm at HS

NJROTC Euclid HS Drill Meet in Elyria, OH

W PTA Mtg. 9 am

HS PTSA Mtg. 6 pm




Forbes PTA Mtg. 7 pm PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Elem. Classroom Celeb.

PAGE Gen. Membership Mtg. in Board Room 7 pm


Annual PTA Volleyball Tourn. in HS Gym 6 pm

ACT

K Transition Fun w/Math (F, W, PH) at Forbes

6-7 pm


PH Book Fair (February 10-14, 2014)


Title I (K-8) Reading Night at Linton 6:30-8 pm

Odyssey of the Mind Spontaneous Fun Day at

Linton



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Munic. Ball Field Permit Regis. at Munic. Bldg. 9 am


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Penn Hebron Elementary Academy 102 Duff Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 242-7770 Mrs. Sandra Barker, Building Principal

Penn Hebron includes a Principal's 200 Club as part of its student incen-tives program. When a student does a good deed, he or she is given a golden ticket. The student then goes to the office to fill out information in a book. The student chooses a num-ber that coordinates to a row on a special bulletin board—the first row to be filled earns a mystery motiva-tor. All students earning a golden ticket get a small prize such as a pencil or highlighter.

Penn Hebron is also the location of a very special town called Respectville (each hallway is specially named, such as Justice Way and Love Lane), and everyone follows the three R’s—Respect Yourself, Respect Others, and Respect Your School. Some of the special educational and cultural activities during the year include: Arts Night K’Nex Officer Phil Elementary Science Fair/Invention Convention 4th Grade Picnic FLITES.


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First Day of Spring

Daylight Savings Time Begins

St. Patrick’s Day


End 3rd 9 Wks./135th Day




Winter Sports Awards 7 pm

Solo & Ensemble Festival 6 pm at HS

NJROTC 5th Annual Big Red Invit. Drill Meet

NJROTC Annual National Academic Exam Comp.

NJROTC 12th Annual Milit. Ball (GO CC)

W PTA Mtg. 9 am

Washington Book Fair (March 3-7, 2014)

PAGE Mtg. in 6 pm PTA Scholar. Comm.

Mtg. 6 pm

Forbes Book Fair (March 10-13, 2014)

PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm

Forbes PTA Gen. Mem. Mtg./Fam. Event 6:30 pm


PTA Council Craft Show at Linton 10 am to 3 pm

HS PTSA Mtg. 6 pm

PAGE Super Saturday at Linton 9 am to 12 pm

NHS Induct. Cerem. 7 pm

SAT

K Transition Fun w/ Reading (F, W, PH) at

Wash. 6-7 pm


Grades 3-8 PSSA Reading & Math Assessments (March 17-28, 2014)

Grades 3-8 PSSA Reading & Math Assessments (March 17-28, 2014)

Grades 5 & 8 PSSA Writing Assessment

(March 31-April 4, 2014)

Odyssey of the Mind SW PA Regional Tournament

Moon Area HS



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Notes

Pupil Services Confidentiality of Student Records PHSD protects the confidentiality of personally identifiable information for all students in accordance with state and federal law and the District’s student records policy. Student Records As an important part of a student’s formal educational file, school records are confidential and privileged. In addition to District policy regarding the collection, maintenance, and dissemination of student information, parents of an eligible/noneligible child have rights guaranteed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. §1232 g; 34 CFR Part 99). Parents have the right to inspect their child’s records within forty-five (45) days from the date of a written request. A written request for copies of your child’s records may be made at a fee not to exceed duplicating costs. Requests to review, inspect, or duplicate should be submitted to the staff person designated as having responsibility for the records. If a parent believes that any information in the records is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of privacy, a request for a change in records or a hearing if the request is refused may be made. Release of Information Your child’s records cannot be released without written consent except for directory information, incidents specified in the policy, or as otherwise stated here-in. Directory information may consist of name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, honors won and offices held, recogni-tion 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 child transferred, you may prevent its release by contacting the District in writing within thirty (30) days from the receipt of this notice. Please address such requests to the building principal. Disclosure Exceptions Your child’s records may be moved to another school or school system in which you plan to enroll your child or in which your child is already enrolled, if you notify the Pupil Personnel Office at PHSD or if the enrolling school system submits written notification of enrollment and the disclosure of information request-ed is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer. Examples include school officials with legitimate educational interest, other schools to which a student is transferring, specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes, appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student, organiza-tions conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school, accrediting organizations, to comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena, appropri-ate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies, and state and local authorities within a juvenile system, pursuant to specific state law. Maintenance of Records Records will be maintained on a child as determined by District policy. Permanent records will be kept for one hundred (100) years beyond the date the stu-dent attains the age of twenty-one (21). The permanent records may contain such information as the student’s name, birth date, address, enrollment date, class rank, grades, and academic and nonacademic awards. Parents have certain rights with respect to their child’s records that are transferred to a student when he or she reaches the age of eighteen (18) or attends an institution of post secondary education unless the student is dependent upon the parent, as defined in Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954. Should your primary language not be English, you may write for assistance in understanding the records policy and your child’s records. The policy regarding records for eligible and noneligible students can be found on the District website. Should you feel that the District is not providing the rights guaranteed by FERPA, you may file a letter with the Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Educa-tion, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-5920.


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Easter Monday Earth Day Admin. Prof. Day

Final Mercantile/ Business Privilege Tax Returns Due


The Penn Hills Parks and Recreation Department,

School District, and Penn Hills YMCA offer a variety of summer programs for Penn Hills children. For more information, call 412-798-2147 or visit www.pennhills.org.

Holiday Recess—No School (2nd Makeup Day)

Holiday Recess—No School (3rd Makeup Day)

Good Friday

Holiday Recess--No School

Holiday Recess--No School (4th Makeup Day)

Easter

Passover

HS Musical 7:30 pm HS Musical 7:30 pm

HS Musical 2 pm

NJROTC Spring Physical Readiness Test

171st ANG JROTC Day Comp. Pgh. Airport

Linton Musical 7:30 pm Linton Musical 7:30 pm

Linton Musical 2 pm

W PTA Mtg. 9 am




Forbes PTA Mtg. 7 pm PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm


HS PTSA Gen. Mem. Mtg. 6 pm

Reg. Mtg. 6:30 pm

ACT

K Transition Fun w/Arts (F, W, PH) at

Penn Hebron 6-7 pm

Curric./Safety/Bldgs. & Grounds Comm. Mtg.

6-7 pm Finance/HR/Policy Comm.

Mtg. 7-8 pm

PH Book Fair (April 28-May 2, 2014)

Grades K-3 Invention Convention at PH

Grades 4-5 Invention Convention at PH


Last Day Pay 2014 Munic. Real Estate Tax at

Discount

Grades 5 & 8 PSSA Writing Assessment (March 31-April 4, 2014)

Grades 5 & 8 PSSA Writing Assessment Makeup (April 7-11, 2014)

Grades 4 & 8 PSSA Science Assessment (April 28-May 2, 2014)

Odyssey of the Mind PA State Tournament



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AP Exams will be held May 5-16, 2014 Morning sessions begin at 8:00 a.m.

Afternoon sessions begin at 12:00 p.m.

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Pest Management Control Notice

The Penn Hills School District uses an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach for managing insects, rodents, and weeds. Our goal is to protect our students and staff from pesticide exposure by using an IPM approach to pest management. Our IPM approach focuses on making the school building and grounds an unfavorable habitat for these pests by removing food and water sources and eliminating their hiding and breeding places. We accomplish this through routine cleaning and maintenance. We routinely monitor the school building and grounds to detect any pests that are present. Pest sightings are reported to our IPM coordinator, who evaluates the “pest problem” and determines the appropriate pest management techniques to address the problem. These techniques can include increased sanitation, modifying storage practices, sealing entry points, physically removing the pest, etc.

From time to time, it may be necessary to use pesticides registered by the Environmental Protection Agency to manage a pest problem. A pesti-cide will only be used when necessary and will not be routinely applied. When a pesticide is necessary, the school will try to use the least toxic product that is effective. Applications will be made only when unauthorized persons do not have access to the area(s) being treated. Notices will be posted in these areas 72 hours prior to and for two days following application.

Students may request prior notification of specific pesticide applications made at their school. To receive notification, you must be placed on the school’s notification registry. If you would like to be placed on this registry, please notify the District in writing including your name, address, and telephone number and mail to: IPM Coordinator, c/o Physical Plant Department, Penn Hills School District, 260 Aster Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15235.

If a pesticide application must be made to control an emergency pest problem, notice will be provided by telephone to any student who has requested such notification in writing. Exemptions to this notification include disinfectants and antimicrobial products; self-containerized baits placed in areas not accessible to students and gel-type baits placed in cracks, crevices, or voids; and swimming pool maintenance chemicals.

Each year, the District will prepare a new notification registry in which you must re-register as the requests will not be carried over from year to year.

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Election Day


Kennywood Picnic


Memorial Day

PH Memorial Day Parade The Romp 5K (L)

Mother’s Day





HR/Pol. Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm Spring Sports Awards

7 pm

HS Musical 7:30 pm HS Musical 7:30 pm

Elem. Orchestra Concert 7 pm at Linton

L Orches. Concert 7 pm

L Band Concert 7 pm Elem. Band & Chorus

Concert 7 pm at Linton

HS Choral Concert 7 pm HS Instrum. Concert 7 pm

L Choral Concert 7 pm

NJROTC 13th Annual Award Ceremony/Change

of Command 6:30 pm NJROTC NS 1 Field Trip to Buffalo, NY

NJROTC Area Four Drill Champs. in Colts Neck, NJ

NJROTC Area Four Drill Champs. in Colts Neck,

NJ

W PTA Mtg. 9 am

PAGE Teach. Apprec. Dinner 4-6 pm




PTA Scholar. Night at HS 7 pm

PH PTA Mtg. 7 pm


Forbes Fun Day/Field Day

SAT

Senior Reception 7 pm

Prom (Gateway Clipper) 7:30 pm

K Orientation (F, W, PH) 6-8 pm

Kindergarten Screening Week

PH Book Fair (April 28-May 2, 2014)


Grade 4 Visit to L (am)/ Grade 4 Parent Mtg. 6 pm

Linton Grade 8 Picnic

Grades 4 & 8 PSSA Science Assessment (April 28-May 2, 2014)

Grades 4 & 8 PSSA Science Assessment Makeup (May 5-9, 2014)

Title I (K-8) Guest Speaker 6:30-8 pm (L)

Keystone Exams (May 12-22, 2014)

Keystone Exams (May 12-22, 2014)



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HS Blood Drive

Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9, 2014)

PH 4th Grade Picnic

Join us for the opening of our New Elementary Center on

Saturday, June 7th, from 10:30 am to 12 pm. Prior to the opening, closings

events will be held at Forbes, Penn Hebron, and

Washington Elementary Schools from 9 to 10 am.


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Notes

Section 9528 of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 requires the release of private information to military recruiters unless parents opt out in writing. _____ As a parent, I request that the Penn Hills School District does not release the name, address, telephone number, and school records to the armed services, military recruiters, or military schools of the student named below. _____ As a student of the age of majority, I request that my own name, address, telephone number, and school records not be released to the armed services, military recruiters, or military schools. Student Name (Print): _____________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ Name of School: _____________________________________ Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ___________________

(Parents/guardians/students can make a copy of the above, sign, and return to the student’s building principal)


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End 2nd Semester/180th Day-Final Student Day

Professional Day/Clerical Day/Final Teacher Day

First Day of Summer Father’s Day

Last Day for 2014 Municipal Real Estate Tax at Face

Calendars for the 2014-2015 school year will be sent to homes in August 2014. For updates and the

most current information throughout the year, please visit the District website.





Shavuot

Ramadan Begins

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Grad. Pract./Srs. Report to HR at 7:25 am

HS Early Dismissal 10:20 am

HS Commencement 7 pm LSOTM/Pride Assembly

Grade 8 Picnic Rain Date

Grade 8 Awards Night W Preschool Graduation Senior Picnic

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Munic. Summer Playground Program Begins

Penn Hebron Field Day

PH Field Day Rain Date

New Elementary Center Opening 10:30 am-12 pm

Individ. Elem. Bldg. Closings 9-10 am


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Independence Day

August 2014 September 1st is the Last Day to Pay 2014 School

Real Estate Tax at Discount

To keep up with District events and student achieve-ments, don’t forget to sub-scribe to Penn Hills Pride,

the District’s electronic monthly newsletter.


Finan. Comm. Mtg. 7-8 pm

Curric. Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm

HR/Pol. Comm. Mtg.

7-8 pm

Safety/Bldgs. & Grounds

Comm. Mtg. 6-7 pm

Varsity Cross Country (Coed) 08/19 @ Penn Trafford 4 pm 08/31 @ Gateway Invitational 9 am 09/07 @ Red/White/Blue 8 am 09/14 @ Boardman Invitational TBA 10/05 @ Central Catholic Invitational 8 am 10/17 @ Tri-State Invitational TBA Varsity Football (Boys) 08/17 @ Hempfield (scrimmage) 10 am 08/23 @ McKeesport (scrimmage) 6:30 pm 08/30 Canon-McMillan 7:30 pm 09/06 @ Peters Township 7:30 pm 09/13 @ Baldwin 7:30 pm 09/20 Upper St. Clair 7:30 pm 09/27 @ North Hills 7:30 pm 10/04 Bethel Park 7:30 pm 10/11 Plum (Homecoming) 7:30 pm 10/18 @ Mt. Lebanon 7:30 pm 10/25 Woodland Hills (Sr. Night) 7:30 pm Jr. Varsity Football (Boys) 08/17 @ Hempfield (scrimmage) 10 am 08/23 McKeesport (scrimmage) 5 pm 08/31 @ Canon-McMillan 10 am 09/07 Peters Township 10 am 09/14 Baldwin 10 am 09/21 @ Upper St. Clair 10 am 09/28 North Hills 10 am 10/05 @ Bethel Park 10 am 10/12 @ Plum 10 am 10/19 Mt. Lebanon 10 am 10/26 @ Woodland Hills 10 am Freshman Football (Boys) 08/29 Shaler (scrimmage) 4 pm 09/05 Central Catholic 4 pm 09/12 @ Franklin Regional 4 pm 09/19 Plum 4 pm 09/26 @ Gateway 3:45 pm 10/03 @ Kiski 4 pm 10/10 McKeesport 4 pm 10/17 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 10/24 @ Upper St. Clair 4 pm Varsity Golf (Coed) 08/15 @ Freeport (scrimmage) 9 am 08/19 @ Gateway 3:30 pm 08/21 Fox Chapel 3:30 pm

Varsity Golf (Coed) - Cont. 08/23 @ Franklin Regional 2:25 pm 08/26 Kiski 3:30 pm 08/28 @ Plum 3:30 pm 09/04 Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 09/05 Gateway 3:30 pm 09/10 @ Fox Chapel 3:30 pm 09/12 Franklin Regional 3:30 pm 09/13 @ Baldwin 3:30 pm 09/16 @ Kiski 3:15 pm 09/19 Plum 3:30 pm 09/25 @ McKeesport 3:30 pm 10/01 @ Woodland Hills 3:30 pm Varsity Soccer (Boys) 08/20 Freeport (scrimmage) 4:30 pm 08/24 Shaler (scrimmage) 11:30 am 09/05 Gateway 7:30 pm 09/07 PH Soccer Fest (Burrell) 6:30 pm 09/10 @ Central Catholic 7:30 pm 09/12 Allderdice 7:30 pm 09/14 PH Soccer Fest (Highlands) 6:30 pm 09/17 @ Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 09/19 Plum 7:30 pm 09/21 @ Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 09/24 Pine-Richland 7:30 pm 09/26 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 09/28 Central Catholic 7:30 pm 10/01 @ Allderdice 3:30 pm 10/03 Fox Chapel (Varsity Only) 7:30 pm 10/05 @ Greater Latrobe 5:30 pm 10/08 @ Plum 7:30 pm 10/10 Woodland Hills (Senior Night) 7:30 pm 10/12 Brashear (Cancer Aware.) 10:30 am Jr. Varsity Soccer (Boys) 08/20 Freeport (scrimmage) 3 pm 08/24 Shaler (scrimmage) 10 am 09/05 Gateway 6 pm 09/07 PH Soccer Fest (Burrell) 5 pm 09/10 @ Central Catholic 6 pm 09/12 Allderdice 6 pm 09/14 PH Soccer Fest (Highlands) 5 pm 09/17 @ Fox Chapel 6 pm 09/19 Plum 6 pm 09/21 @ Woodland Hills 5 pm 09/24 Pine-Richland 6 pm 09/26 @ Gateway 6 pm 09/28 Central Catholic 6 pm 10/01 @ Allderdice 5 pm

Varsity Soccer (Boys) - Cont. 10/05 @ Greater Latrobe 4 pm 10/08 @ Plum 6 pm 10/10 Woodland Hills 6 pm 10/12 Brashear (Cancer Aware.) 12 pm Varsity Soccer (Girls) 08/20 @ Seneca (scrimmage) 7 pm 08/27 Hempfield (scrimmage) 5 pm 08/31 Chartiers Valley 7:30 pm 09/07 PH Soccer Fest (Burrell) 3:30 pm 09/09 Gateway 7:30 pm 09/11 @ Oakland Catholic 7:30 pm 09/14 PH Soccer Fest (Highlands) 3:30 pm 09/16 Allderdice 7:30 pm 09/18 @ Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 09/20 Plum 5 pm 09/23 @ Woodland Hills (Var. Only) 4 pm 09/25 Hopewell 7:30 pm 09/28 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 09/30 Oakland Catholic 7:30 pm 10/02 @ Allderdice (Varsity Only) 7 pm 10/03 Fox Chapel (Varsity Only) 6 pm 10/07 @ Plum 7:30 pm 10/09 Woodland Hills (Senior Night) 7:30 pm 10/12 Brashear (Canc. Aware./Var. ) 9 am Jr. Varsity Soccer (Girls) 08/20 @ Seneca (scrimmage) 5:30 pm 08/27 Hempfield (scrimmage) 3:30 pm 08/31 Chartiers 6 pm 09/07 PH Soccer Fest (Burrell) 2 pm 09/09 Gateway 6 pm 09/11 @ Oakland Catholic 6 pm 09/14 PH Soccer Fest (Highlands) 2 pm 09/16 Allderdice 6 pm 09/18 @ Fox Chapel 6 pm 09/20 Plum 3:30 pm 09/25 Hopewell 6 pm 09/28 @ Gateway 2:30 pm 09/30 Oakland Catholic 6 pm 10/07 @ Plum 6 pm 10/09 Woodland Hills 6 pm Varsity Tennis (Girls) 08/19 @ Riverview (scrimmage) 3:30 pm 08/23 @ Gateway 3:30 pm 08/26 McKeesport 3:30 pm 08/28 @ Shady Side Academy 4 pm 08/30 @ Shaler 3:30 pm 09/04 Fox Chapel 3:30 pm

2013 Fall Varsity/JV Sports Schedules

Varsity Tennis (Girls) - Cont. 09/06 Plum 3:30 pm 09/09 @ Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 09/13 Gateway 3:30 pm 09/16 @ McKeesport 3:30 pm 09/20 Shady Side Academy 3:30 pm 09/23 Shaler 3:30 pm 09/27 @ Fox Chapel 3:30 pm 09/30 @ Plum 3:30 pm 10/04 Woodland Hills 3:30 pm Varsity Volleyball (Girls) 08/17 @ North Allegheny (scrimm.) 8:30 am 08/24 Mars/Fox Chapel (scrimmage) 10 am 08/31 @ Franklin Regional Tourn. TBA 09/03 @ Oakland Catholic 7:30 pm 09/05 Gateway 7:30 pm 09/10 @ Plum 7 pm 09/12 McKeesport 7:30 pm 09/14 @ Derry Tournament TBA 09/17 @ Shaler 7:30 pm 09/19 @ North Hills 7:30 pm 09/23 @ Norwin 7:15 pm 09/24 Woodland Hills 7:30 pm 09/26 Oakland Catholic 7:30 pm 10/01 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 10/03 Plum 7:30 pm 10/08 @ McKeesport 7:30 pm 10/10 Shaler (Senior Night) 7:30 pm 10/15 Highlands 7:30 pm 10/17 @ Woodland Hills 7:30 pm Jr. Varsity Volleyball (Girls) 08/24 Mars/Fox Chapel (scrimmage) 6 pm 08/31 @ Franklin Regional Tourn. TBA 09/03 @ Oakland Catholic 6 pm 09/05 Gateway 6 pm 09/07 @ Derry Tournament TBA 09/10 @ Plum 5:30 pm 09/12 McKeesport 6 pm 09/17 @ Shaler 6 pm 09/19 @ North Hills 6 pm 09/23 @ Norwin 6 pm 09/24 Woodland Hills 6 pm 09/26 Oakland Catholic 6 pm 10/01 @ Gateway 6 pm 10/03 Plum 6 pm 10/08 @ McKeesport 6 pm 10/10 Shaler 6 pm 10/15 Highlands 6 pm 10/17 @ Woodland Hills 6 pm

Middle School Soccer (Boys) 08/29 Pine-Richland (scrimmage) 4 pm 09/06 Shaler 4 pm 09/07 Burrell 12:30 pm 09/09 West Mifflin 4 pm 09/11 @ South Allegheny 4 pm 09/13 @ McKeesport 4 pm 09/16 Woodland Hills 4 pm 09/18 @ Steel Valley 4 pm 09/20 @ Keystone Oaks 4 pm 09/23 Plum 4 pm 09/25 @ West Mifflin 4 pm 09/30 McKeesport 4 pm 10/02 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 10/04 Steel Valley 4 pm 10/07 Keystone Oaks 4 pm 10/09 @ Plum 4 pm 10/15 Pine-Richland 4 pm Middle School Soccer (Girls) 09/04 Seneca 4 pm 09/07 Burrell 11 am 09/10 Seneca 4 pm 09/12 @ North Allegheny 4 pm 09/13 Pine-Richland 4 pm 09/16 @ McKeesport 4 pm 09/18 West Mifflin 4 pm 09/20 @ Plum 3:45 pm 09/24 @ Fox Chapel 4 pm 09/26 Woodland Hills 4 pm 09/30 @ Seneca 4 pm 10/02 North Allegheny 4 pm 10/03 McKeesport 4 pm 10/08 @ West Mifflin 4 pm 10/10 Plum 4 pm 10/11 @ Pine-Richland 4 pm 10/14 Fox Chapel 4 pm 10/16 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm Middle School Swimming (Coed) 09/17 Somerset 4:30 pm 09/19 Burrell 4:30 pm 09/24 @ Derry 4:30 pm 09/26 @ Laurel Highlands 4:30 pm 10/03 PH Relay Meet 4:30 pm 10/08 Woodland Hills 4:30 pm 10/10 @ McKeesport 4:30 pm 10/15 @ Hempfield 4:30 pm 10/17 Franklin Regional 4:30 pm 10/19 @ Derry Champ. Invit. 10 am

8th Grade Basketball (Girls) 09/04 @ Clairton 4 pm 09/10 Wilkinsburg 4 pm 09/12 @ Steel Valley 4 pm 09/18 McKeesport 4 pm 09/20 @ Plum 4 pm 09/23 Shaler 4 pm 09/24 South Allegheny 4 pm 09/26 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 09/30 @ Wilkinsburg 4 pm 10/02 Steel Valley 4 pm 10/04 Clairton 4 pm 10/08 @ McKeesport 4 pm 10/10 Plum 4 pm 10/14 @ South Allegheny 4 pm 10/15 @ Shaler 4 pm 10/16 Woodland Hills 4 pm 7th Grade Basketball (Girls) 09/04 @ Clairton 5 pm 09/10 Wilkinsburg 5 pm 09/12 @ Steel Valley 5 pm 09/18 McKeesport 5 pm 09/20 @ Plum 5 pm 09/23 Shaler 5 pm 09/24 South Allegheny 5 pm 09/26 @ Woodland Hills 5 pm 09/30 @ Wilkinsburg 5 pm 10/02 Steel Valley 5 pm 10/04 Clairton 5 pm 10/08 @ McKeesport 5 pm 10/10 Plum 5 pm 10/14 @ South Allegheny 5 pm 10/15 @ Shaler 5 pm 10/16 Woodland Hills 5 pm Middle School Football (Boys) 08/28 North Hills 4 pm 09/04 @ Fox Chapel 4 pm 09/11 Gateway 4 pm 09/18 @ Wilkinsburg 4 pm 09/25 McKeesport 4 pm 10/02 @ Plum 4 pm 10/09 McGuffey 4 pm 10/16 South Allegheny 4 pm 10/23 @ Pine-Richland 4 pm

2013 Fall Middle School Sports Schedules

Jr. Varsity Basketball (Boys) - Cont. 02/04 McKeesport 6 pm 02/07 @ Woodland Hills 6 pm 02/10 @ Hempfield 6 pm Freshman Basketball (Boys) 12/10 @ Central Catholic 3:30 pm 12/12 Shaler 3:45 pm 12/17 Connellsville 3:45 pm 12/20 Gateway 3:45 pm 01/03 @ Franklin Regional 4 pm 01/07 Fox Chapel 3:45 pm 01/10 @ Plum 4 pm 01/14 McKeesport 3:45 pm 01/17 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 01/21 @ Connellsville 4 pm 01/24 @ Gateway 4 pm 01/28 Franklin Regional 3:45 pm 01/31 @ Fox Chapel 4 pm 02/04 Plum 3:45 pm 02/07 @ McKeesport 4 pm 02/10 Central Catholic 3:45 pm 02/11 Woodland Hills 3:45 pm Varsity Basketball (Girls) 11/25 @ Penn Trafford (scrimmage) 4 pm 12/02 OLSH (scrimmage) 6 pm 12/06 Tip-Off Tournament 8 pm 12/08 Tip-Off Tournament 8 pm 12/09 Hempfield 7:30 pm 12/11 Shaler 7:30 pm 12/13 @ Gateway 6 pm 12/16 @ Allderdice 7:30 pm 12/20 @ Franklin Regional 6 pm 12/27 @ Bethel Park Tournament TBA 12/28 @ Bethel Park Tournament TBA 01/03 Fox Chapel 6 pm 01/07 Plum 6 pm 01/08 Brashear 7:30 pm 01/10 @ McKeesport 6 pm 01/14 Woodland Hills 6 pm 01/17 Gateway 6 pm 01/22 @ Obama 7:30 pm 01/24 Franklin Regional 6 pm 01/28 @ Fox Chapel 6 pm 01/31 @ Plum 6 pm 02/04 McKeesport 6 pm 02/05 Baldwin (Senior Night) 7:30 pm 02/07 @ Woodland Hills 6 pm

Jr. Varsity Basketball (Girls) 11/25 @ Penn Trafford (scrimmage) 4 pm 12/02 OLSH (scrimmage) 6 pm 12/06 Tip-Off Tournament 6 pm 12/08 Tip-Off Tournament 6 pm 12/09 Hempfield 6 pm 12/11 Shaler 6 pm 12/13 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 12/16 @ Allderdice 7:30 pm 12/20 @ Franklin Regional 7:30 pm 12/27 @ Bethel Park Tournament TBA 12/28 @ Bethel Park Tournament TBA 01/03 Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 01/07 Plum 7:30 pm 01/08 Brashear 6 pm 01/10 @ McKeesport 7:30 pm 01/14 Woodland Hills 7:30 pm 01/17 Gateway 7:30 pm 01/22 @ Obama 6 pm 01/24 Franklin Regional 7:30 pm 01/28 @ Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 01/31 @ Plum 7:30 pm 02/04 McKeesport 7:30 pm 02/05 Baldwin 6 pm 02/07 @ Woodland Hills 7:30 pm Varsity Swimming (Coed) 12/10 @ Shaler 6 pm 12/11 @ Hampton 6 pm 12/18 Pine-Richland 6 pm 01/02 Fox Chapel 6 pm 01/06 @ Penn Trafford 6 pm 01/09 McKeesport 6 pm 01/14 North Hills 6 pm 01/16 @ Allderdice 6 pm 01/21 Kiski 6 pm 01/23 @ Gateway 6 pm 01/30 Central Catholic/Oakland 6 pm 02/03 @ Greater Latrobe 6 pm 02/06 Plum 6 pm 02/11 Franklin Regional 6 pm 02/13 @ Woodland Hills 6 pm Varsity Wrestling (Coed) 11/23 TBA (scrimmage) 8 am 11/30 TBA (scrimmage) 8 am 12/06 @ Eastern Area Invitational TBA 12/07 @ Eastern Area Invitational TBA 12/11 @ Franklin Regional 7 pm 12/14 PH Wrestling Duals 8 am

Varsity Basketball (Boys) 11/30 North Catholic (scrimmage) 10 am 12/03 @ Shaler (scrimmage) 3:30 pm 12/06 @ Mars Tip-Off Tournament TBA 12/07 @ Mars Tip-Off Tournament TBA 12/11 @ Kiski 7:30 pm 12/13 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 12/17 Central Catholic 7:30 pm 12/20 @ Franklin Regional 7:30 pm 12/27 Holiday Battle of the Sections TBA 12/28 Holiday Battle of the Sections TBA 01/03 Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 01/07 Plum 7:30 pm 01/08 Brashear 7:30 pm 01/10 @ McKeesport 7:30 pm 01/14 Woodland Hills 7:30 pm 01/15 @ Penn Trafford 7:30 pm 01/17 Gateway 7:30 pm 01/21 @ Central Catholic 7:30 pm 01/24 Franklin Regional 7:30 pm 01/28 @ Fox Chapel 7:30 pm 01/31 @ Plum 7:30 pm 02/04 McKeesport (Senior Night) 7:30 pm 02/07 @ Woodland Hills 7:30 pm 02/10 @ Hempfield 7:30 pm Jr. Varsity Basketball (Boys) 11/30 North Catholic (scrimmage) 10 am 12/03 @ Shaler (scrimmage) 3:30 pm 12/06 @ Mars Tip-Off Tournament TBA 12/07 @ Mars Tip-Off Tournament TBA 12/11 @ Kiski 6 pm 12/13 @ Gateway 6 pm 12/17 Central Catholic 6 pm 12/20 @ Franklin Regional 6 pm 01/03 Fox Chapel 6 pm 01/07 Plum 6 pm 01/08 Brashear 6 pm 01/10 @ McKeesport 6 pm 01/14 Woodland Hills 6 pm 01/15 @ Penn Trafford 6 pm 01/17 Gateway 6 pm 01/21 @ Central Catholic 6 pm 01/24 Franklin Regional 6 pm 01/28 @ Fox Chapel 6 pm 01/31 @ Plum 6 pm

2013-14 Winter Varsity/JV Sports Schedules

7th Grade Basketball (Boys) - Cont. 02/03 Steel Valley 5 pm 02/06 @ McKeesport 5 pm 02/10 Woodland Hills 5 pm 02/12 Clairton 5 pm Jr. High Wrestling (Coed) 12/11 @ Franklin Regional 4 pm 12/13 @ Shaler Tournament 4 pm 12/14 @ Shaler Tournament 9 am 12/18 McKeesport 4 pm 01/02 @ Gateway 4 pm 01/08 @ Kiski 4 pm 01/10 Shaler 4 pm 01/15 Woodland Hills 4 pm 01/18 @ Indiana Tournament 9 am 01/22 @ Plum 3:45 pm 01/24 Valley 4 pm 01/29 @ North Hills 4 pm 02/04 Riverview 4 pm 02/07 PH Wrestling Duals 4 pm 02/14 @ SW Regional Tournament 4 pm 02/15 @ SW Regional Tournament 9 am

2013-14 Winter Middle School Sports Schedules

2014 Spring Varsity/JV Sports Schedules

Jr. Varsity Baseball (Boys) 03/12 @ Franklin Regional (scrim.) 4 pm 03/18 @ Riverview (scrimmage) 4 pm 03/21 Norwin 4 pm 03/29 Fox Chapel 11 am 04/01 @ Baldwin 4 pm 04/03 @ Penn Trafford 4 pm 04/04 Pine-Richland 4 pm 04/07 @ Moon 4 pm 04/09 Shaler 4 pm 04/11 @ Allderdice 4 pm 04/14 Woodland Hills 4 pm 04/15 @ Plum 4 pm 04/16 Gateway 4 pm 04/22 @ Pine-Richland 4 pm 04/24 Moon 4 pm 04/28 @ Shaler 4 pm 04/30 Allderdice 4 pm 05/02 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 05/05 Kiski 4 pm Varsity Softball (Girls) 03/17 @ North Hills (scrimmage) 4 pm 03/26 Allderdice 3:45 pm 03/28 @ Gateway 7 pm 04/01 @ Plum 3:45 pm 04/03 @ McKeesport 3:30 pm 04/08 Oakland Catholic 3:45 pm 04/10 @ Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 04/11 Highlands 3:45 pm 04/15 @ Baldwin 3:45 pm 04/17 @ Allderdice 3:45 pm 04/22 Gateway 3:45 pm 04/24 @ Plum 3:45 pm 04/25 @ Franklin Regional 4 pm 04/29 McKeesport 3:45 pm 05/06 @ Norwin 4 pm Varsity Tennis (Boys) 03/10 @ Riverview (scrimmage) 3:30 pm 03./14 @ Shady Side Academy 4 pm 03/17 Gateway 3:30 pm 03/19 @ Fox Chapel 3:30 pm 03/21 Central Catholic 3:30 pm 03/24 @ Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 03/26 Plum 3:30 pm 03/28 @ McKeesport 3:30 pm 04/02 Shady Side Academy 3:30 pm 04/04 @ Gateway 3:30 pm 04/09 Fox Chapel 3:30 pm

8th Grade Basketball (Boys) 12/04 @ Hampton 3:30 pm 12/13 @ Clairton 4 pm 12/16 South Allegheny 4 pm 12/18 @ Shaler 3:30 pm 12/19 @ Wilkinsburg 4 pm 01/02 Plum 4 pm 01/06 @ Gateway 4 pm 01/09 @ Steel Valley 4 pm 01/13 McKeesport 4 pm 01/16 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 01/21 @ South Allegheny 4 pm 01/23 Wilkinsburg 4 pm 01/27 @ Plum 3:30 pm 01/30 Gateway 4 pm 02/03 Steel Valley 4 pm 02/06 @ McKeesport 4 pm 02/10 Woodland Hills 4 pm 02/12 Clairton 4 pm 7th Grade Basketball (Boys) 12/04 @ Hampton 4:30 pm 12/13 @ Clairton 5 pm 12/16 South Allegheny 5 pm 12/18 @ Shaler 4:30 pm 12/19 @ Wilkinsburg 5 pm 01/02 Plum 5 pm 01/06 @ Gateway 5 pm 01/09 @ Steel Valley 5 pm 01/13 McKeesport 5 pm 01/16 @ Woodland Hills 5 pm 01/21 @ South Allegheny 5 pm 01/23 Wilkinsburg 5 pm 01/27 @ Plum 4:30 pm 01/30 Gateway 5 pm

Varsity Baseball (Boys) 03/12 Franklin Regional (scrim.) 4 pm 03/17 Riverview (scrimmage) 4 pm 03/21 @ Norwin 4 pm 03/29 @ Fox Chapel 11 am 04/01 Baldwin 4 pm 04/03 Penn Trafford 4 pm 04/04 @ Pine-Richland 4 pm 04/07 Moon 4 pm 04/09 @ Shaler 4 pm 04/11 Allderdice 4 pm 04/14 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 04/15 Plum 4 pm 04/16 @ Gateway 4 pm 04/22 Pine-Richland 4 pm 04/24 @ Moon 4 pm 04/28 Shaler 4 pm 04/30 @ Allderdice 4 pm 05/02 Woodland Hills 4 pm 05/05 @ Kiski 4 pm

Varsity Wrestling (Coed) - Cont, 12/18 McKeesport 7 pm 12/27 @ Steve DeAugostino Tourn. TBA 12/28 @ Steve DeAugostino Tourn. TBA 01/02 @ Gateway 7 pm 01/08 @ Kiski 7 pm 01/15 Woodland Hills (Senior Night) 7 pm 01/17 @ Allegheny County Tourn. TBA 01/18 @ Allegheny County Tourn. TBA 02/01 @ Montour Team Duals TBA

Jr. Varsity Volleyball (Boys) - Cont. 04/22 Greater Latrobe 6 pm 04/24 @ Penn Trafford 6 pm 04/26 PH JV Tournament TBA 04/29 Norwin 6 pm 05/01 @ Hempfield 6 pm 05/06 Gateway 6 pm

Varsity Tennis (Boys) - Cont. 04/11 @ Central Catholic 3:30 pm 04/14 Woodland Hills 3:30 pm 04/16 @ Plum 3:30 pm 04/25 McKeesport 3:30 pm Varsity Track (Coed) 04/02 McKeesport 3:30 pm 04/05 @ South Hills Classic Invit. 9 am 04/09 Woodland Hills/Franklin Reg. 3:30 pm 04/12 @ Hempfield TBA 04/15 Central Catholic 3:30 pm 04/19 @ Tri-State Invitational 9 am 04/22 Plum 3:30 pm 04/23 @ Norwin 9th/10th Grade Inv. 3:30 pm 04/26 @ S. Fayette Lions’ Track Invit. 9 am 05/02 Baldwin Invitational TBA Varsity Volleyball (Boys) 03/12 Montour/N. Allegh./PT (scrim.) 3:30 pm 03/18 @ Baldwin (Shaler/Mt. Lebo) 3:30 pm 03/22 @ North Allegheny Tourn. 9 am 03/25 Plum 7:30 pm 03/27 @ Greater Latrobe 7:30 pm 03/29 @ Derry Tournament TBA 04/01 Penn Trafford 7:30 pm 04/03 @ Norwin 7:30 pm 04/08 Hempfield 7:30 pm 04/10 @ Gateway 7:30 pm 04/14 @ Montour 7:30 pm 04/17 @ Plum 7:30 pm 04/22 Greater Latrobe 7:30 pm 04/24 @ Penn Trafford 7:30 pm 04/26 @ Plum Varsity Tournament TBA 04/29 Norwin 7:30 pm 05/01 @ Hempfield 7:30 pm 05/06 Gateway 7:30 pm Jr. Varsity Volleyball (Boys) 03/18 @ Baldwin (Shaler/Mt. Lebo) 3:30 pm 03/21 @ North Allegheny Tourn. 3:30 pm 03/25 Plum 6 pm 03/27 @ Greater Latrobe 6 pm 04/01 Penn Trafford 6 pm 04/03 @ Norwin 7:30 pm 04/05 @ Derry JV Tournament TBA 04/08 Hempfield 6 pm 04/10 @ Gateway 6 pm 04/14 @ Montour 6 pm 04/17 @ Plum 6 pm

2014 Spring Middle School Sports Schedules

Jr. High Volleyball (Girls) - Cont. 04/01 @ Gateway 4 pm 04/03 @ Steel Valley 4 pm 04/07 Shaler 4 pm 04/08 McKeesport 4 pm 04/10 Woodland Hills 4 pm

Jr. High Softball (Girls) 03/27 Plum 4 pm 04/07 @ Penn Trafford 4 pm 04/09 Gateway 4 pm 04/11 @ Norwin 4 pm 04/14 McKeesport 4 pm 04/16 @ Woodland Hills 4 pm 04/22 Shaler 3:30 pm 04/22 Shaler 5 pm 04/24 Penn Trafford 4 pm 04/28 @ Gateway 4 pm 04/30 Norwin 4 pm 05/02 @ McKeesport 4 pm 05/05 Woodland Hills 4 pm 05/07 @ Plum 4 pm

Jr. High Track (Coed) 04/07 Highlands 4 pm 04/09 @ Gateway 4 pm 04/16 @ Plum 4 pm 04/23 McKeesport 4 pm 04/24 @ Mars Invitational 12 pm 04/30 Woodland Hills 4 pm 05/07 @ Plum Invitational 4 pm Jr. High Volleyball (Girls) 02/25 @ South Allegheny 4 pm 02/27 Wilkinsburg 4 pm 03/04 @ Plum 4 pm 03/06 Gateway 4 pm 03/11 Steel Valley 4 pm 03/13 @ McKeesport 4 pm 03/17 @ Shaler 4 pm 03/18 Woodland Hills 4 pm 03/20 South Allegheny 4 pm 03/25 @ Wilkinsburg 4 pm 03/27 Plum 4 pm 03/28 @ Riverview 3:45 pm

Contact Information John Peterman, Senior High Athletic Director

[email protected] (412) 793-7000, x5206

Pete DeVito, Linton Athletic Coordinator

[email protected] (412) 793-7000, x6148

Please note that all sports schedules are subject to change. For the most up-to-date

information, please visit the District website at www.phsd.k12.pa.us.

Student Rights and Responsibilities § 12.1. Free education and attendance. (a) All persons residing in this Commonwealth between the ages of 6 and 21 years are entitled to a free and full education in the Commonwealth’s public schools. (b) Parents or guardians of all children between the ages of 8 and 17 are required by the compulsory attendance law to ensure that their children attend an approved educational institution, unless legally excused. Students who have not graduated may not be asked to leave school merely because they have reached 17 years of age if they are fulfilling their responsibilities as students. A student may not be excluded from the public schools or from extracurricular activities because (1) The student is married, (2) The student is pregnant, (3) The student has a disability as identified by Chapter 15 (relating to protected handicapped students), or (4) The student is an eligible student identified under Chapter 14 (relating to special education services and programs). Authority: The provisions of this § 12.1 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.1 amended February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text ap-pears at serial page (279556). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 12.6 (relating to ex-clusions from school). § 12.2. Student responsibilities. (a) Student responsibilities include regular school attendance, conscientious effort in classroom work and homework, and conformance to school rules and regulations. Most of all, students are responsible to share with the ad-ministration and faculty a responsibility to develop a climate within the school that is conducive to wholesome learning and living. (b) No student has the right to interfere with the education of fellow stu-dents. It is the responsibility of each student to respect the rights of teach-ers, students, administrators and all others who are involved in the educa-tional process. (c) Students should express their ideas and opinions in a respectful manner. (d) It is the responsibility of the students to conform to the following: (1) Be aware of all rules and regulations for student behavior and conduct themselves in accordance with them. Students should assume that, until a rule is waived, altered or repealed in writing, it is in effect. (2) Volunteer information in matters relating to the health, safety and welfare of the school community and the protection of school property. (3) Dress and groom to meet standards of safety and health, and not to cause substantial disruption to the educational processes. (4) Assist the school staff in operating a safe school for the students enrolled therein. (5) Comply with Commonwealth and local laws. (6) Exercise proper care when using public facilities and equipment. (7) Attend school daily and be on time at all classes and other school func-tions. (8) Make up work when absent from school. (9) Pursue and attempt to complete satisfactorily the courses of study pre-scribed by local school authorities. (10) Report accurately in student media. (11) Not use obscene language in student media or on school premises. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.2 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.2 amended February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text ap-pears at serial pages (279556) and (293057). § 12.3. School rules. (a) The governing board has the authority to make reasonable and necessary rules governing the conduct of students in school. The rulemaking power, however, is not unlimited; it must operate within statutory and constitutional

restraints. A governing board has only those powers that are enumerated in the statutes of the Commonwealth, or that may reasonably be implied or necessary for the orderly operation of the school. (b) Governing boards may not make rules that are arbitrary, capricious, discriminatory or outside their grant of authority from the General Assem-bly. A rule is generally considered reasonable if it uses a rational means of accomplishing some legitimate school purpose. (c) Each governing board shall adopt a code of student conduct that in-cludes policies governing student discipline and a listing of students’ rights and responsibilities as outlined in this chapter. This conduct code shall be published and distributed to students and parents or guardians. Copies of the code shall also be available in each school library. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.3 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.3 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (293057). Notes of Decisions Scope of Authority - The board of school directors exceeded its authority in adopting its ‘‘zero tolerance policy,’’ where the policy failed to provide the superintendent with discretion to recommend a modification to the policy’s 1-year expulsion requirement for possession of a weapon. Lyons v. Penn Hills School District, 723 A.2d 1073 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1999); appeal denied 740 A.2d 235 (Pa. 1999). Sufficient Notice - The District’s distribution of its drug and alcohol policy in the student handbook provided to all students—of which Appellant student acknowledged seeing—satisfied any legal requirement as to notice of the District’s policy. T. S. v. Penn Manor School District, 798 A.2d 837 (Pa Cmwlth. 2002); appeal denied 812 A.2d 1232 (Pa. 2002). § 12.4. Discrimination. Consistent with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (43 P. S. § § 951—963), a student may not be denied access to a free and full public educa-tion, nor may a student be subject to disciplinary action on account of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin or disability. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.4 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.4 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (293058). § 12.5. Corporal punishment. (a) Corporal punishment is defined as physically punishing a student for an infraction of the discipline policy. Use of corporal punishment is prohibited. (b) Teachers and school authorities may use reasonable force under the following circumstances: (1) To quell a disturbance, (2) To obtain posses-sion of weapons or other dangerous objects, (3) For the purpose of self-defense, or (4) For the protection of persons or property. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.5 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.5 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (293058). Notes of Decisions Teacher Disability - The pretermination procedures afforded a tenured school teacher, who, after being warned, continued to use excessive force on students in violation of the policy on corporal punishment, did not vio-late due process. Kramer v. Newman, 840 F.Supp. 325 (E. D. Pa. 1993); affirmed 16 F.2d 404 (3rd. Cir. (Pa.)). § 12.6. Exclusions from school. (a) The governing board shall define and publish the types of offenses that would lead to exclusion from school. Exclusions affecting certain students with disabilities shall be governed by § 14.143 (relating to disciplinary

placements) and 34 CFR 300.519—300.529 (relating to discipline procedures). (b) Exclusion from school may take the form of suspension or expulsion. (1) Suspension is exclusion from school for a period of from 1 to 10 consecutive school days. (i) Suspensions may be given by the principal or person in charge of the public school. (ii) A student may not be suspended until the student has been informed of the reasons for the suspension and given an oppor-tunity to respond. Prior notice of the intended suspension need not be given when it is clear that the health, safety or welfare of the school community is threatened. (iii) The parents or guardians and the superintendent of the dis-trict shall be notified immediately in writing when the student is suspended. (iv) When the suspension exceeds 3 school days, the student and parent shall be given the opportunity for an informal hearing con-sistent with the requirements in § 12.8(c) (relating to hearings). (v) Suspensions may not be made to run consecutively beyond the 10 school day period. (vi) Students shall have the responsibility to make up exams and work missed while being disciplined by suspension and shall be permitted to complete these assignments within guidelines estab-lished by the governing board. (2) Expulsion is exclusion from school by the governing board for a period exceeding 10 school days and may be permanent expul-sion from the school rolls. Expulsions require a prior formal hear-ing under § 12.8. (c) During the period prior to the hearing and decision of the gov-erning board in an expulsion case, the student shall be placed in his normal class except as set forth in subsection (d). (d) If it is determined after an informal hearing that a student’s presence in his normal class would constitute a threat to the health, safety or welfare of others and it is not possible to hold a formal hearing within the period of a suspension, the student may be excluded from school for more than 10 school days. A student may not be excluded from school for longer than 15 school days without a formal hearing unless mutually agreed upon by both parties. Any student so excluded shall be provided with alternative education, which may include home study. (e) Students who are under 17 years of age are still subject to the compulsory school attendance law even though expelled and shall be provided an education. (1) The initial responsibility for providing the required education rests with the student’s parents or guardian, through placement in another school, tutorial or correspondence study, or another edu-cational program approved by the district’s superintendent. (2) Within 30 days of action by the governing board, the parents or guardians shall submit to the school district written evidence that the required education is being provided as described in paragraph (1) or that they are unable to do so. If the parents or guardians are unable to provide the required education, the school entity shall, within 10 days of receipt of the notification, make provision for the student’s education. A student with a disa-bility shall be provided educational services as required by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C.A. § § 1400—1482). (3) If the approved educational program is not complied with, the school entity may take action in accordance with 42 Pa.C.S. Chap-ter 63 (relating to the Juvenile Act) to ensure that the child will receive a proper education. See § 12.1(b) (relating to free educa-tion and attendance).

Authority: The provisions of this § 12.6 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.6 amended February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text ap-pears at serial pages (295323) to (295324) and (286657). Notes of Decisions Alternative Instruction - Local school officials may determine the amount and type of alternative instruction necessary and appropriate in each case involv-ing an expelled student. Abremski v. Southeastern School District, 421 A.2d 485 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1980). Appeal; No Expulsion - Where the discipline imposed upon the student was three 15-minute after-school detention sessions, the student has no right to a hearing or appeal, as there is no such recourse provided by the regula-tions. Schmader v. Warren County School District, 808 A.2d 596 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2002); appeal denied 820 A.2d 163 (Pa. 2003). There is no provision in the regulations for an appeal of a school board deci-sion to suspend a student for 10 days or less. In re Appeal of JAD, 782 A.2d 1069 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2001); appeal denied at 796 A.2d 987 (Pa. 2002). Due Process Required - Expulsion is exclusion from school for a period of more than 10 days. Due process requires that a student subject to expulsion be afforded a hearing. In re Appeal of JAD, 782 A.2d 1069 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2001). Where student was expelled from school for approximately 30 days, due process required that the student be given a formal hearing. Oravetz v. West Allegheny School District, 74 Pa. D. & C.2d 733 (1975). Expulsion Appropriate - None of the provisions of this section relating to expulsions provide that an expulsion decision, otherwise proper, cannot stand if the expelled student was also suspended for the same offense, and if the period of suspension exceeded the regulatory maximum, due to the failure, for undisclosed reasons, of a student to return to school for a three-day period following a suspension, Porter v. Board of School Directors of Clairton School District, 445 A.2d 1386 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1982). In General - Regulations governing the types of offenses that would lead to exclusion from school may be published by individual schools rather than by the Board of Education itself. Figueroa v. Thompson, 1 Pa. D. & C.3d 266 (1975). When the legislature did not delegate power over student conduct and discipline to the State Board of Education, the Board’s regulations per-taining to such matters were invalid and unenforceable. Howard H. v. Wentzel, 372 A.2d 30 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1977). Procedural Violations - Where defendant school district summarily suspend-ed plaintiffs for a period in excess of 3 days and failed to follow notice and hearing procedures, those portions of the suspension served before proper notice and hearing were expunged from plaintiffs’ records. Mullane v. Wy-alusing Area School District, 30 D. & C.4th 179 (1997). School Board Review - This regulation clearly provides that the decision to suspend a student for no more than 10 days is within the power of the prin-cipal. Thus, although the school board agreed to consider the issue of the students’ suspensions, that special meeting was nothing more than a gratui-tous gesture to the students and their parents. The board’s acquiescence to hold the meeting was purely voluntary, and its affirmation of the principal’s decision had no legal consequence. Burns v. Hitchcock, 683 A.2d 1322 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1996). Smoking - School regulations which restricted student smoker’s use of re-strooms were not unconstitutional where they were not arbitrary, unreasona-ble or capricious. Figueroa v. Thompson, 1 Pa. D. & C.3d 266 (1975). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 711.61 (relating to suspension and expulsion). § 12.7. Exclusion from classes—in-school suspension. (a) A student may not receive an in-school suspension unless the student has been informed of the reasons for the suspension and has been given an opportunity to respond before the suspension becomes effective. (b) Communication to the parents or guardian shall follow the suspension action taken by the school.

(c) When the in-school suspension exceeds 10 consecutive school days, an informal hearing with the principal shall be offered to the student and the student’s parent or guardian prior to the 11th school day in accordance with the procedures in § 12.8 (relating to hearings). (d) The student’s school entity has the responsibility to make provision for the student’s education during the period of the in-school suspension. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.7 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.7 readopted February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (286657). § 12.8. Hearings. (a) General. Education is a statutory right, and students shall be afforded due process if they are to be excluded from school. In a case involving a possible expulsion, the student is entitled to a formal hearing. (b) Formal hearings. A formal hearing is required in all expulsion actions. This hearing may be held before the governing board or an authorized committee of the board, or a qualified hearing examiner appointed by the board. When a committee of the board or a hearing examiner conducts the hearing, a majority vote of the entire governing board is required to expel a student. The following due process requirements shall be observed with regard to the formal hearing: (1) Notification of the charges shall be sent to the student’s parents or guardians by certified mail. (2) At least 3 days’ notice of the time and place of the hearing shall be given. A copy of the expulsion policy, notice that legal counsel may repre-sent the student and hearing procedures shall be included with the hearing notice. A student may request the rescheduling of the hearing when the student demonstrates good cause for an extension. (3) The hearing shall be held in private unless the student or parent re-quests a public hearing. (4) The student may be represented by counsel, at the expense of the par-ents or guardians, and may have a parent or guardian attend the hearing. (5) The student has the right to be presented with the names of witnesses against the student, and copies of the statements and affidavits of those witnesses. (6) The student has the right to request that the witnesses appear in per-son and answer questions or be cross-examined. (7) The student has the right to testify and present witnesses on his own behalf. (8) A written or audio record shall be kept of the hearing. The student is entitled, at the student’s expense, to a copy. A copy shall be provided at no cost to a student who is indigent. (9) The proceeding shall be held within 15 school days of the notification of charges, unless mutually agreed to by both parties. A hearing may be de-layed for any of the following reasons, in which case the hearing shall be held as soon as reasonably possible: (i) Laboratory reports are needed from law enforcement agencies, (ii) Evaluations or other court or adminis-trative proceedings are pending due to a student invoking his rights under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (20 U.S.C.A. § § 1400—1482), or (iii) In cases in juvenile or criminal court involving sexual assault or serious bodily injury, delay is necessary due to the condition or best interests of the victim. (10) Notice of a right to appeal the results of the hearing shall be provided to the student with the expulsion decision. (c) Informal hearings. The purpose of the informal hearing is to enable the student to meet with the appropriate school official to explain the circum-stances surrounding the event for which the student is being suspended or to show why the student should not be suspended. (1) The informal hearing is held to bring forth all relevant information re-garding the event for which the student may be suspended and for stu-dents, their parents or guardians and school officials to discuss ways by which future offenses might be avoided.

(2) The following due process requirements shall be observed in regard to the informal hearing: (i) Notification of the reasons for the suspension shall be given in writing to the parents or guardi-ans and to the student, (ii) Sufficient notice of the time and place of the informal hearing shall be given, (iii) A student has the right to question any witnesses present at the hearing, (iv) A student has the right to speak and produce witnesses on his own behalf, and (v) The school entity shall offer to hold the informal hearing within the first 5 days of the suspension. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.8 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.8 amended through February 24, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 657; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (286657) to (286658) and (295325). Notes of Decisions Appeal - Decision of school district hearing officer to transfer student to alternative school for disruptive students following informal hearing after student was suspended was not appealable local agency adjudication. Tyson v. School District of Philadelphia, 900 A.2d 990, 992 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2006). Since the discipline im-posed was not expulsion, but rather more school, that is, 15 minutes of after-school detention for 3 days, there is no provision for appeal of that decision. Schmader v. Warren County School District, 808 A.2d 596 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2001); appeal denied 820 A.2d 163 (Pa. 2003). A student subject to expulsion has the right to seek recourse in the appropriate court of the Commonwealth. In re Appeal of JAD, 782 A.2d 1069 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2001). Due Process - Informal hearing process, following public school student’s disciplinary suspension, was all process that was due to student; student was not expelled from school district and bring-ing the full process of judicial system within public school would overburden both the public school system and the courts. Tyson v. School District of Philadelphia, 900 A.2d 990, 992 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2006). Where the school board conducted a hearing at which the Dis-trict’s witnesses testified, and the student was represented by counsel who was given full opportunity to cross-examine the Dis-trict’s witnesses, that proceeding provided sufficient discovery to satisfy the requirements of § 12.8(b)(1)(i)—(ix). J.S. v. Bethlehem Area School District, 794 A.2d 936 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2002); appeal denied 818 A.2d 506 (Pa. 2003). Identical letters sent to a stu-dent and his parents, which provided that the recommendation for expulsion was related to two incidents and specifically enumer-ated the facts surrounding the underlying incidents, complied with due process requirements, where the letters specifically enumer-ated the charges the school board was considering against the student. Hamilton v. Unionville-Chadds Ford School, 714 A.2d 1012 (Pa. 1998). Due process requirements must be observed in school hearings. Failure to notify the student of all charges pend-ing against such student violates due process and a new hearing must be granted. Yatron by Yatron v. Hamburg Area School Dis-trict, 631 A.2d 758 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1993); appeal denied 647 A.2d 906 (Pa. 1994). Notice - Although parents were orally notified of hearing regarding son’s suspension beyond 3 days, the additional 4 day suspension decided upon after the hearing was invalid because the school failed to give the parents written notice of the reasons for suspen-sion, as required by subsection (c)(2)(i). Mifflin County School District v. Stewart, 503 A.2d 1012 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1986). When the parent of a student received notice of a disciplinary hearing ap-proximately 24 hours before the hearing was scheduled to

commence, such notice was inadequate. Minnicks v. McKeesport Area School District, 74 Pa. D. & C.2d 744 (1975). Procedural Violations - Where defendant school district summarily suspend-ed plaintiffs for a period in excess of 3 days and failed to follow notice and hearing procedures, those portions of the suspension served before proper notice and hearing were expunged from plaintiffs’ records. Mullane v. Wy-alusing Area School District, 30 D. & C.4th 179 (1997). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 12.6 (relating to ex-clusions from school); and 22 Pa. Code § 12.7 (relating to exclusion from classes—in-school suspension). § 12.9. Freedom of expression. (a) The right of public school students to freedom of speech is guaranteed by the Constitution of the United states and the Constitution of the Common-wealth. (b) Students shall have the right to express themselves unless the expres-sion materially and substantially interferes with the educational process, threatens serious harm to the school or community, encourages unlawful activity or interferes with another individual’s rights. (c) Students may use publications, handbills, announcements, assemblies, group meetings, buttons, armbands and any other means of common com-munication, provided that the use of public school communications facilities shall be in accordance with the regulations of the authority in charge of those facilities. (1) Students have the responsibility to obey laws governing libel and obsceni-ty and to be aware of the full meaning of their expression. (2) Students have the responsibility to be aware of the feelings and opinions of others and to give others a fair opportunity to express their views. (d) Identification of the individual student or at least one responsible person in a student group may be required on posted or distributed materials. (e) School officials may require students to submit for prior approval a copy of materials to be displayed, posted or distributed on school property. (f) Bulletin boards must conform to the following: (1) School authorities may restrict the use of certain bulletin boards. (2) Bulletin board space should be provided for the use of students and student organizations. (3) School officials may require that notices or other communications be officially dated before posting, and that the materials be removed after a prescribed reasonable time to assure full access to the bulletin boards. (g) School newspapers and publications must conform to the following: (1) Students have a right and are as free as editors of other newspapers to report the news and to editorialize within the provisions in paragraphs (4) and (5), (2) School officials shall supervise student newspapers published with school equipment, remove obscene or libelous material and edit other material that would cause a substantial disruption or interference with school activities, (3) School officials may not censor or restrict material simp-ly because it is critical of the school or its administration, (4) Prior approval procedures regarding copy for school newspapers must identify the individu-al to whom the material is to be submitted and establish a limitation on the time required to make a decision. If the prescribed time for approval elapses without a decision, the material shall be considered authorized for distribu-tion, and (5) Students who are not members of the newspaper staff shall have access to its pages. Written criteria for submission of material by non-staff members shall be developed and distributed to all students. (h) The wearing of buttons, badges or armbands shall be permitted as anoth-er form of expression within the restrictions listed in subsection (c). (i) School officials may set forth the time and place of distribution of materi-als so that distribution would not materially or substantially interfere with the requirements of appropriate discipline in the operation of the school. (1) A proper time and place set for distribution is one that would give the students the opportunity to reach fellow students. (2) The place of the activity may be restricted to permit the normal flow of traffic within the school and at exterior doors. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.9 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B).

Source: The provisions of this § 12.9 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (295325) to (295326), (289657) and (288181). Notes of Decisions Clearly Established - Because of the procedural scheme promulgated by the school district, it is not ‘‘clearly established’’ that the plaintiff had a First Amendment right to circulate a petition. Walker-Serrano v. Leonard, 168 F. Supp. 2d 332 (M.D. Pa. 2001); judgment affirmed 325 F.3d 912 (3rd Cir. Pa. 2003). § 12.10. Flag Salute and the Pledge of Allegiance. It is the responsibility of every citizen to show proper respect for his country and its flag. (1) Students may decline to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and may refrain from saluting the Flag on the basis of personal belief or religious convic-tions. (2) Students who choose to refrain from such participation shall respect the rights and interests of classmates who do wish to participate. Source: The provisions of this § 12.10 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (17774). § 12.11. Hair and dress. (a) The governing board may establish dress codes or require that students wear school uniforms. Policies may apply to individual school buildings or to all school buildings. (b) Students have the right to govern the length or style of their hair, includ-ing facial hair. Any limitation of this right must include evidence that length or style of hair causes disruption of the educational process or constitutes a health or safety hazard. When length or style of the hair presents a health or safety hazard, some types of covering shall be used. (c) Students may be required to wear certain types of clothing while partici-pating in physical education classes, shops, extracurricular activities or other situations when special attire may be required to insure the health or safety of the student. (d) Students have the responsibility to keep themselves, their clothes and their hair clean. School officials may impose limitations on student partici-pation in the regular instructional program when there is evidence that the lack of cleanliness constitutes a health hazard. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.11 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.11 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (288181). § 12.12. Confidential communications. (a) Use of a student’s confidential communications to school personnel in legal proceedings is governed by statutes and regulations appropriate to the proceeding. See, for example, 42 Pa.C.S. § 5945 (relating to confiden-tial communications to school personnel). (b) Information received in confidence from a student may be revealed to the student’s parents or guardians, the principal or other appropriate au-thority when the health, welfare or safety of the student or other persons is clearly in jeopardy. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.12 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.12 amended February 17, 1984, effec-tive February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (288181) to (288182). Notes of Decisions Confidential Communication - Conversations between an assistant princi-pal and a student are not privileged and confidential under 22 Pa. Code § 12.12 (a) unless acting in the role of guidance counselor. In re McClellan, 475 A.2d 867 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1984).

§ 12.13. [Reserved]. § 12.14. Searches. (a) The governing board of every school entity shall adopt reason-able policies and procedures regarding student searches. The local education agency shall notify students and their parents or guardians of the policies and procedures regarding student searches. (b) Illegal or prohibited materials seized during a student search may be used as evidence against the student in a school discipli-nary proceeding. (c) Prior to a locker search, students shall be notified and given an opportunity to be present. When school authorities have a reason-able suspicion that the locker contains materials that pose a threat to the health, welfare or safety of students in the school, student lockers may be searched without prior warning. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.14 amended under section 2603-B of The Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.14 amended February 17. 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended De-cember 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (288182). § 12.15. [Reserved]. Source: The provisions of this § 12.15 reserved February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (17776) to (17778) and (34873) to (34874). § 12.16. Definitions. The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates other-wise: Corporal punishment—A form of physical discipline that is intend-ed to cause pain and fear and in which a student is spanked, paddled or hit on any part of the body with a hand or instrument. Governing board—The board of school directors of a school dis-trict, joint school committee of a joint school or joint vocational school, intermediate unit board of directors, or the board of trus-tees of a charter school or cyber-charter school. Prekindergarten—A program operated by a school district or by a community agency under contract from a school district that is open to children who are at least 3 years of age and completed prior to the school district’s entry age for kindergarten, unless individual exceptions to the age requirements are made by the school district. School entity—A local public education provider (for example—public school, charter school, cyber-charter school, area vocation-al-technical school or intermediate unit). Student assistance program—A systematic process designed to assist school personnel to identify issues, including alcohol, drugs and others, which pose a barrier to a student’s learning and school success. Student assistance is a systematic process using effective and accountable professional techniques to mobilize school resources to remove the barriers to learning, and, when the problem is beyond the scope of the school, to assist the par-ent and the student with information so they may access services within the community. Student services—Services designed by a school entity to support the instructional program and to help students attain their educa-tional and career goals. (i) Services may include school guidance counseling, health ser-vices (under Article XIV of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § § 14-1401—14-1423) and 28 Pa. Code Chapter 23 (relating

to school health)), psychological services, social work and home and school visitor services. (ii) School entities may supplement, but may not supplant, these services through school-based, school-linked, or coordinated services provided by locally available social and human services agencies. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.16 issued under section 2603-B of The Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.16 adopted December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658; amended December 15, 2006, effective December 16, 2006, 36 Pa.B. 7542. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (315963) to (315964).

Student Records § 12.31. General requirements. (a) The governing board of every school entity shall adopt a plan for the col-lection, maintenance and dissemination of student records (b) Copies of the adopted plan shall be maintained by the school entity and updated as required by changes in State or Federal law. (c) Copies of the plan shall be submitted to the Department only upon re-quest of the Secretary. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.31 amended under section 2603-B of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.31 amended through February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (288182) and (227273). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 339.32 (relating to services). § 12.32. Elements of the plan. The plan for student records must conform with applicable State and Federal laws, regulations and directives identified in guidelines issued by the Depart-ment. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.32 amended under section 2603-B of The Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.32 amended through February 17, 1984, effective February 18, 1984, 14 Pa.B. 520; amended December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (227273). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 339.32 (relating to services). § 12.33. [Reserved]. Source: The provisions of this § 12.33 reserved December 2, 2005, effec-tive December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (227273) to (227282) and (256349). Notes of Decisions Personal Files - In that notes taken by the school district psychologist during interviews with fourth graders were not maintained for his use in counseling the pupils, the confidentiality concept of guideline # 2.4 does not defeat the parents’ right of access to the notes as was agreed prior to the interviews. Parents Against Abuse in Schools v. Williamsport Area School District, 594 A.2d 796 (Pa. Cmwlth. 1991). Cross References: This section cited in 22 Pa. Code § 51.72 (relating to student).

Services to Students § 12.41. Student services. (a) Each school entity shall prepare a written plan for the implementation of a comprehensive and integrated K-12 program of the student services based on the needs of its students. The plan shall be prepared and revised in accordance with the time frames and procedures described in § § 4.13(a), (b), (d), (e) and (f) (relating to strategic plans). Services offered by community agencies in public schools shall be coordinated by and under the general direction of the school entity. The plan must include policies and

procedures for emergency care and administration of medication and treat-ment under The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act (35 P. S. § § 780-101—780-144) and guidelines issued by the Department of Health. The Department of Health guidelines are available from the Division of School Health, Department of Health, P. O. Box 90, Harrisburg, Pennsyl-vania 17108. A school district that operates a prekindergarten program shall address its prekindergarten program in its strategic plan. (b) Though the variety of student services offered will differ from school to school depending upon its size and the needs of its students, the following categories of services shall be provided by each school entity in planning its student services: (1) Developmental services for students that address their developmental needs throughout their enrollment in school. Developmental services in-clude guidance counseling, psychological services, health services, home and school visitor services and social work services that support students in addressing their academic, behavioral, health, personal and social devel-opment issues. When prekindergarten is offered, these services must in-clude nutritional services or referrals. Nutritional services include: (i) Federal and State funded school meal programs. (ii) Special Supplemental Feeding Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). (iii) Food Stamp Program. (iv) Pennsylvania Fresh Foods Program. (v) Local food and nutrition services for children and families. (2) Diagnostic, intervention and referral services for students who are expe-riencing problems attaining educational achievement appropriate to their learning potential. (i) Student services staff use diagnostic services to identify barriers that limit a student’s success in school. Intervention services actively engage student services staff in activities planned to reduce or eliminate specific barriers to student success. (ii) Student services staff may arrange for referrals to other school-based or school-linked professionals or may refer parents and guardians to appropri-ate community-based services for assistance. (3) Consultation and coordination services for students who are experienc-ing chronic problems that require multiple services by teams or specialists. (i) Consultation services are used by student services staff, in partnership with parents or guardians, to obtain assistance to address barriers and issues that are outside the scope of the student services professional. (ii) Consultation and coordination services may be used to assist in the diagnosis, intervention or referral of students who face barriers to success. (iii) Coordination services connect school resources with other available resources to assist students in meeting their educational objectives. (c) Student services must: (1) Be an integral part of the instructional program at all levels of the school system. (2) Provide information to students and parents or guardians about educa-tional opportunities of the school’s instructional program and how to ac-cess these opportunities. (3) Provide career information and assessments so that students and par-ents or guardians might become aware of the world of work and of a variety of career options available to individual students. (4) Provide basic health services outlined in Article XIV of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § § 14-1401—14-1423) for students and infor-mation to parents or guardians about the health needs of their children. (d) When student assessments using individual surveys are administered, parents or guardians shall be informed of the nature and scope of the surveys and of their relationship to the educational program of their child, consistent with section 445 of the General Education Provisions Act (20 U.S.C.A. § 1232h) regarding protection of pupil rights. Parents or guardi-ans, or the student if the student is 18 years of age or older, shall have the right to refuse to participate in the survey by means of procedures estab-lished by the school entity.

(e) Persons delivering student services shall be specifically licensed or certified as required by statute or regulation. (f) The Department will provide guidelines and technical assis-tance to local education agencies in planning student services. Authority: The provisions of this § 12.41 issued under section 2603-B of The Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.41 adopted December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658; amended December 15, 2006, effective December 16, 2006, 36 Pa.B. 7542. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (315965) to (315967). § 12.42. Student assistance program. School entities shall plan and provide for a student assistance program under section 1547(g) of the Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 15-1547(g) regarding alcohol, chemical and tobacco abuse program). Authority: The provisions of this § 12.42 issued under section 2603-B of The Public School Code of 1949 (24 P. S. § 26-2603-B). Source: The provisions of this § 12.42 adopted December 2, 2005, effective December 3, 2005, 35 Pa.B. 6510, 6658; amended December 15, 2006, effective December 16, 2006, 36 Pa.B. 7542. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (315967).

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