WELCOME BACK, TIGERS!
FIRST DAY FOR STUDENTS—TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
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Welcome to a new school year at Bradford Woods Elementary!
On behalf of the entire Bradford Woods Elementary staff, I hope you and your family are enjoying a safe, restful, and fun-filled summer. As the new principal of BWE, I am honored to join such an exceptional school community, and I am excited to welcome our students back for another incredible year of learning and growth.
Bradford Woods Elementary is truly a special place where every child is known, valued, and cared for by a dedicated team of educators and staff. From the moment I stepped into this building, it was clear that the strong relationships among our students, staff, and families are what make BWE so extraordinary.
This year begins with an exciting achievement worth celebrating. Bradford Woods Elementary was recently ranked No.1 Best Public Elementary School in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and Pennsylvania by Niche Best Schools. What an incredible testament to the hard work, dedication, and excellence of our students, staff, and families. This recognition reflects the caring culture, high expectations, and commitment to success that define our school community.
Our success at BWE goes far beyond academics. We are committed to educating the whole child by fostering curiosity, confidence, kindness, and resilience while building meaningful relationships with every student and family. Together, we create an environment where children feel supported, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential.
Below, you'll find important information to help your family prepare for the start of the school year. We look forward to partnering with you throughout the year. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.
Thank you for being such an important part of the Bradford Woods Elementary community. We can't wait to welcome our students back and begin another outstanding school year together!
Respectfully,
Mrs. Jill Fleming-Salopek
Principal
| | BRADFORD WOODS ELEMENTARY HANDBOOK | | |
The Bradford Woods Elementary handbook is designed to provide you with the information you need about our school’s procedures, programs, and activities. Please use this handbook for guidance and reference throughout the academic year.
A handbook and code of conduct sign-off form will be available the week of August 3 in PowerSchool. Please sign off that you have reviewed and understand the handbook and NASD Code of Conduct. Completing this PowerSchool form will ensure that you have access to PowerSchool to view schedules on the release date.
| | KINDERGARTEN/NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION | |
Kindergarten Orientation Reminder
Thursday, August 6, 2026
AM Kindergarten is at 9:00-11:00 AM
PM Kindergarten is at 1:00-3:00 PM
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New Student Orientation Reminder
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:30-11:30 AM
For new students to BWE in grades 1-5 only!
| | BRADFORD WOODS ELEMENTARY OPEN HOUSE | | |
Thursday, September 10
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Kindergarten - 5th grade
Students and parents are invited to attend an evening and visit your child’s home away from home! All BWE staff will be present and eagerly awaiting your arrival.
Want to get to know our amazing BWE staff before coming to Open House? Grab your kiddos and have some fun learning about all of our awesome staff members using our “Meet the BWE Staff” document.
| | STUDENT HOMEROOMS & SCHEDULES | | CLASSROOM & SCHOOL SUPPLIES | | |
Although our District supplies many of the items that your student needs, there may be some additional items your student’s teacher requests that they bring to school.
We appreciate your support and partnership to help us enrich our students’ experiences in the classroom!
| | ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL AT BWE | |
AM Drop-off
- Students are not permitted to enter the building until 8:50 AM
- Students should remain in their vehicles until faculty members greet and direct them to enter the building.
PM Pick-up
- Students will be dismissed at 3:25 PM
- Please arrive for dismissal no earlier than 3:10 PM
Safety Reminders
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Faculty will greet and direct students and parents/guardians for Drop-Off (AM) and Pick-Up (PM)
- When leaving drop-off or pick-up, please circle back through the traffic loop past the gymnasium and stop at the "T" in the road, as buses will travel down the road in the Bus Lane.
Do not pass cars in front of your vehicle in the traffic loop!!!
Thank you for following these procedures to ensure students’ safety!!
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Our Transportation Department looks forward to seeing your students return for the 2026-27 school year!
BUS ASSIGNMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN PowerSchool
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Student bus assignments will be available in PowerSchool on August 6, 2026, by approximately 6:00 PM.
- To locate your student’s bus assignment, log into PowerSchool, locate the navigation menu, and select the Transportation Info button (which features a yellow school bus icon). From there, you’ll be presented with your student’s transportation information, including times and address intersections.
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- Drivers are testing routes at the end of July/early August, which may result in a change to your student's bus assignment.
- If your student's transportation is provided by a non-NASD transportation company, you will be contacted separately with the bus assignment.
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You can submit a ticket to:
- Report on-time bus issues
- Request changes to your student's bus stop
- Report lost items left on the bus
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Access Application for Alternate Bus Stop; Bus Stop Change Request Form; Shared Custody Form
If you have questions about bus assignments, visit the NA Transportation Department website, and be sure to review the School Bus Safety Tips with your student.
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Welcome back to BWE! We hope everyone had a safe, healthy and fun summer!
Ms. Colucci, CSN, Mrs. Root, RN, and Mrs. Laffin, RN, will be back at BWE this school year, and we will be ready to take care of any health issues or injuries that may occur during the school year.
Ms. Colucci and her nurse screening team will be completing the state-mandated health screenings on all students at BWE this fall. In addition, individualized health plans will be created for all students with specific health concerns.
Please be sure to contact Mrs. Colucci for any changes to your child’s health status over the summer and during the school year via phone or email at 724-934-4405 or dcolucci@northallegheny.org.
As always, you can access all health paperwork and details on the NASD Health Services Portal and Student Health Forms page. Please reach out to Ms. Colucci with any questions you have about the health services at BWE. Please reach out to Ms. Colucci with any questions you have about the health services at BWE.
Medication drop-off times prior to the start of this school year are Thursday, August 6, from 9 am to 2 pm.
Thank you and welcome back to the 2026-2027 school year!
| | GRADE 5 CAMP KON-O-KWEE EXPERIENCE | | |
BWE Grade 5 students will participate in our Camp Kon-O-Kwee outdoor educational experience on October 15 and 16, 2026.
Students have the OPTION for the overnight experience OR a day-only experience (October 15).
More information will be shared by the Grade 5 team once school starts!
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Each year, the BWE PFA collects a per-family activity fee ($30) at the start of the school year for EACH family. This fee covers field trip transportation, field day activities, assemblies, playground materials, Fall Family Night, and much more. These events and expenses are NOT covered by the district. By collecting this fee in advance, the PFA and teachers can effectively coordinate and plan these activities and purchases. Completing your registration also grants you access to the school directory, after-school programs, and homeroom parent registration. To ensure your children have all the opportunities they enjoy throughout the year, please help us streamline this process by paying the fee at the beginning of the school year.
Please note: Families should not pay the PFA Activity Fee until August 1, 2026, to ensure that your membership is valid for the upcoming school year. Thank you.
To support these programs and complete your registration, you can pay your PFA student activity fee online to join today!
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