THANK YOU NASD SCHOOL BOARD!

January is School Board Recognition Month, and the North Allegheny School District would like to thank our Board of School Directors for their dedication and service. Their leadership and commitment play an important role in supporting our students, staff, and schools. Thank you to Dr. Jesse Adams, Mrs. Libby Blackburn, Dr. Robert Gibbs, Ms. Paige Hardy, Mrs. Jackie Leicht, Dr. Anisha Shah, Mrs. Emily Theys, Mrs. Elizabeth Warner and Mr. Michael Weniger!

MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWSLETTERS

HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTERS

LAUNCHING INTO KINDERGARTEN

JANUARY 27, 2026

Join us for an informative meeting about kindergarten on Tuesday, January 27! The “Launching Into Kindergarten” program is designed to provide parents of incoming Kindergarten students with general information about the North Allegheny School District’s Kindergarten registration process, transition events for incoming Kindergarten students, and an overview of the District's Kindergarten program.

There will be two "Launching Into Kindergarten" sessions offered:

A VIRTUAL SESSION at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

An IN-PERSON SESSION will be held at 6:00 PM at Carson Middle School Auditorium on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

ATTENTION 8th GRADE STUDENTS & FAMILIES
Elective Fair: January 20, 2026 

Mark your Calendars for the Elective Fair and Scheduling Process Information Sessions at North Allegheny Intermediate High School from 6-8:00 pm on January 20, 2026, for students currently in grade 8. This event is also open to any students new to the district and/ or with special requests. 

This is the perfect time to come and gather information about potential classes your student might take! This event is open to all students entering the 9th grade next school year (2026-2027) and will feature the following opportunities for information:

• Elective Fair 6-8:00 PM in the Upper Gym
• This is the MAIN EVENT and will be open for parents and students to walk around at their own pace for the duration of the evening event. 

Special Showtimes/ Discussions have also been planned that are specifically geared to answer Frequently Asked Questions:

• Planning Ahead with NAI School Counselors in the Auditorium
• Stop by this special showtime to hear our NAI School Counselors discuss the different pathways and planning ahead for your high school course sequence(s). This will begin at 6:20 PM in the auditorium. 
• Core Content Conversation with Department Chairs in the Auditorium
• This will begin at 7:00 PM. Department Chairs in Math, English, Social Studies, Science, and World Language will discuss the different “levels” of each class so parents/ students can make informed decisions. They will also discuss acceleration and “Right Student- Right Course.” (Time 7:00- 7:40).
• Beattie Tech Overview
• A representative from AW Beattie will be here at 5:30 to share an overview of Beattie and their programming. This is a curricular extension that is offered once students begin their 10th-grade year. This is geared towards current 9th-grade students, but all interested families are welcome to attend. (Time 5:30-6:00 pm)

School Counselors will be available all evening outside the main office to answer any scheduling questions you may have.

Shuttles will be available starting at 5:30 PM in Carson Middle School’s parking lot and will run until 8:15 PM.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS - FEB. 18, 2026

STOP THE JUDGMENT, START THE CONVERSATION (ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH)

Please join the North Allegheny School District on Wednesday, February 18, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at Marshall Middle School for a program to discuss mental health and substance use disorders. The Stop The Judgment Project was founded by Tom Bott and Sherry Jo Matt in honor of their daughter, Siena, who tragically died in September 2020 at the age of 21 from fentanyl poisoning. Siena, a 2017 North Allegheny graduate, battled mental health disorders throughout her middle and high school years and turned to drugs and alcohol to cope with her illness. The Stop The Judgment Project aims to raise awareness about the stigma surrounding mental health disorders and substance use disorders in adolescents and young adults. Join Mr. Bott and Dr. Thomas Brophy, Medical Director of the Ellen O'Brien Gaiser Center in Butler, PA, for an education workshop at this very special North Allegheny Community Connections event.

SAVE THE DATE - SUMMER ACADEMY 2026

Calling all current Kindergarten through Fifth Grade students! Get ready for two weeks of discovery, friendship, and fun! Whether you're looking to dive into a new hobby or sharpen your skills, the NASD Summer Academy is the place to be!

The Details:

• When: June 15th – June 26th (Monday–Friday)
• Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• Who: All NASD students currently in Grades K-5.

What to Expect:

• Pick Your Passion: You’ll choose one exciting class to enjoy for the whole two weeks.
• Invite a Friend: Talk to your besties and sign up for the same class!
• Top-Tier Fun: Classes are led by our amazing NASD teachers.

Registration details and our full course catalog will be available in March. Start dreaming about your summer adventure!

NA TEACHER'S CATCH GOES VIRAL!

Mr. Justin Karolski, a Tech Education teacher at North Allegheny Senior High School, found himself at the center of Pittsburgh sports history this week after catching the missed field goal by the Baltimore Ravens on the final play of the Steelers’ thrilling 26–24 AFC North–clinching win over Baltimore on Sunday night.

Once word of Mr. Karolski’s great grab spread, the moment quickly went viral, earning him some unexpected Steel City fame. Mr. Karolski has since been featured by several Pittsburgh media outlets, including KDKA-TV/CBS News (pictured above), with additional airtime on WTAE-TV, 93.7 The Fan, and likely more to come.

• Click here for WTAE's report.
• Click here for Mr. Karolski's interview on 93.7 The Fan.

Congratulations to Mr. Karolski on his viral moment and on proving that a Tiger is always in the right place at the right time! Good luck to North Allegheny grad Joey Porter Jr. and the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL playoffs on Monday night!

NA IPPF TEAM REACHES ROUND OF 32 IN GLOBAL COMPETITION

The North Allegheny International Public Policy Forum (IPPF) team has qualified for the Round of 32 after a successful run over the winter break.

The IPPF is a prestigious international competition in which students tackle complex global public policy topics through written debate. To reach this stage, the NA IPPF team outperformed a massive field of 332 teams from across the globe.

Success in the IPPF requires an incredible amount of research, stamina, and precision. In each round, students must produce:

• A 3,000-word constructive essay outlining their position.
• A 1,500-word rebuttal directly addressing and dismantling their opponents’ arguments.
• All work is then evaluated by a three-judge panel of global policy experts.
  

The North Allegheny team is composed of senior Samuel Xiao and juniors Aayushi Vardhan, Sanjeev Arora, Eric Peng, Casey Yang, and Kaartic Muralidharan. Samuel, Aayushi, Eric, and Kaartic were all members of the IPPF team during the 2024-25 school year, along with Kelly Tai '25, who qualified for an all-expenses-paid trip to the World Finals in New York City. The team reached the quarterfinals last year and hopes to make another run at the World Finals this year!

FROZEN MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP

Join the cast and directors of the North Allegheny Spring Musical for a special Frozen Musical Theatre Workshop on February 8, 2026. Held at the NA High School Auditorium from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, this event is open to students in grades 3–6. The workshop fee is $60 per participant. For more details and to register, please visit the official website by clicking here.

BECOME A PARAPROFESSIONAL SUBSTITUTE!

The North Allegheny School District is looking for adaptable and dependable individuals to join our team of Paraprofessional Substitutes. These roles offer a flexible schedule and the opportunity to support our students as Special Education Assistants, Secretaries, or Student Services Paraprofessionals.

Interested candidates can attend an Information Session on January 20 (9:30–10:30 AM) either virtually or at the Central Administrative Office. We will also be hosting Open Interviews on January 23 & 27 (8:00 AM–1:00 PM) at 200 Hillvue Lane, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. Please complete an application before or upon arrival! For an application, click here.

7th ANNUAL JUMP FOR THE HILLS

Get ready to jump for a great cause! Throughout January and February 2026, North Allegheny elementary students are participating in the 7th Annual "Jump for the Hills" to support North Hills Community Outreach. This program helps kids stay active while raising funds to help neighbors in need. Click here to learn more, register and donate.

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Central Administrative Office

200 Hillvue Lane

Pittsburgh, PA 15237

412-366-2100