Quaker Valley School District

After much consideration by the Board and administration, Quaker Valley will be closed on Monday, April 8, 2024. The peak of the eclipse is expected to occur during dismissal for all buildings, and there is significant potential for students to be tempted to view it without proper safety precautions while exiting schools or on the bus. 

In collaboration with other local districts, area agencies, and Monark Transportation, Quaker Valley has determined that a cancellation is the best course of action for the day.

The day will not need to be made up, as the District will use its final available snow day built into our academic calendar.

• Medal-winning Quaker Valley diver taking talents to Idaho (Trib HSSN)

• Veteran lineup looks to lead Quaker Valley baseball back to playoffs (Trib HSSN)

QVHS Cheer Sign-Ups

QVHS Varsity Cheer sign-ups for the 2024-2025 season are underway! All current 8th-11th graders interested in cheering for fall and winter sports next school year are encouraged to sign up by April 22nd. Practices begin in May! Please register HERE.

QV Grade 3-6 Track and Field

Ryan Kelly, QVMS Track and Field Coach is offering a track and field opportunity for students in grades 3-6. This opportunity is to provide students exposure to track and field offers and provide instruction in the events of sprinting, distance running, hurdling, jumping, and throwing. This opportunity will occur on the track at Quaker Valley Middle School. More information is available on Peachjar; please reach out to Ryan Kelly via email (kellyr@qvsd.org) with questions.

QVMS Spring Tennis Club

Christi Hays, the QV Girls’ and Boys’ Varsity Tennis Coach will once again be offering a QV Middle School Tennis Club. The club will be open to 6, 7 and 8th graders who have no experience. And it is also open to some 4th and 5th graders who have experience (please check with Coach Christi).

The program will start on Monday, March 4 and runs for 9 weeks through Friday, June 2 dependent upon the Varsity Boys Schedule. The club will feature practices at the QVHS courts and possible matches against opponents to include Sewickley Academy, Allegheny CC, and Ellis School.

Full details are available on Christi’s website www.keylob.net. Her email address is rockhays@cs.com.

Community News and Information

The events and programs included in this section are operating independently of the Quaker Valley School District. The distribution of this information does not indicate endorsement or sponsorship by the District.

View all District and Community Flyers on Peachjar!

Check out the Kids' Community Closet, open 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. every Saturday

and 12:00 - 2:30 every Tuesday. Follow us on Instagram @kidscommunitycloset!

We are a "free-cycle" community space to share kids' clothing (birth through size 14/16). All clothing is free and in good, very gently used condition. (You'll also find some items with tags still on!) There are no applications, income requirements, or donations necessary. Scan the QR code to follow our Facebook page for updates!

The Kids' Community Closet is located at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 616 Washington St., Sewickley, PA 15143. Enter through the courtyard (across from the Sewickley Municipal Building) and follow the signs. 

Quaker Valley Education Foundation Trustees 

Announce New Award

In addition to the 2024 post-QV Education Assistance Awards announced last fall, the Trustees are adding a new award at this time, which recent graduates are eligible to receive. 

Those eligible:

• Any graduate from Quaker Valley High School

• Ready to start junior year at college

• Have not previously received a QVEF award

• Is or will be pursuing a degree in a STEM area

• In need of funds to complete STEM degree requirements

To be considered for an interview with the Trustees, an applicant must submit:

• Letter requesting funding

• Transcript (can be unofficial) covering studies since QVHS

Letter and transcript should be received by June 15th and mailed to:

QVEF

PO Box 174 

Sewickley, PA 15143

It is anticipated that up to four $12,000 - $15,000 awards will be distributed in the summer of 2024, with half of the award paid at that time and the balance when the successful awardee provides proof of final degree received.

Questions or comments may be sent to theqvef@gmail.com or 412.741.7467

Little Sewickley Creek Watershed

Summer Discovery Camp

Summer Discovery is a day camp with an emphasis on nature. Campers will explore the creek and the woods, do creative activities, and play games. The camp, for students presently in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6, is accepting registrations for the week of June 24 or July 8. The camp runs from 8 AM till noon at Walker Park but on Friday we go to Kings Lake. The tuition is $40 for one camper, $60 for two campers or $75 for three campers in the same family. (If cost is an issue, scholarships are available). For registration info, visit our website www.lscwatershed.org or contact Chriss O’Lare at colare@outlook.com.

Sewickley Academy Performing Arts Camp

PAC is an intensive and comprehensive month-long theatrical experience for the highly motivated performing arts student. Guided by professionals in the fields of drama, voice and dance, students will work toward two professional productions, and through this, individual talents and abilities will develop. Students are encouraged to use their imagination and creativity to its fullest. Emphasis is placed upon enhancing the young person's poise, self-esteem, and confidence. The Performing Arts Camp experience is one that will provide students with both enjoyable memories and skills to last a lifetime. Students will learn and perform 2 full musicals in 4 weeks. There are 4 groups for students who completed 2^nd grade through students who graduate this May. There is a fifth group for students completing 6^th through 12^th grade for those interested in a drama (non-musical production). 

Evaluation date for PAC is Friday, June 14 with camp days running from June 17 to July 14. Applications are due by June 1, 2024. Find out more at https://sites.google.com/view/performingartscamp/home

Thom McLaughlin's School of Drama

Is your child interested in acting? Are you looking for a way to help your child gain confidence speaking in front of groups? Thom McLaughlin has been helping people realize their passion for theater for over 35 years. Thom offers several opportunities for budding and experienced actors. The Spring term begins runs April 6 through June 8. The following classes are available and meet at St. Paul's Lutheran Church:

• Grade K- 4 Mondays 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 
• Grade 5-7 Saturdays 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
• Grade 8 Saturday 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
• Grades 9-12 Saturday 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
• Advanced Grades 9-12 Saturday 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Private lessons are available for actors of all ages. Thom has helped actors prepare for auditions for schools, local theater and colleges. Details and registration can be found at www.thomdrama.com.

Union Aid Society

The Union Aid Society is here to assist QVSD residents with educational costs, housing, medical expenses and more. To see if you qualify or for more information, please contact us at 412.741.9240 or info@UnionAidSociety.org or visit our website at www.UnionAidSociety.net.

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