Pittsburgh Public Schools
Pittsburgh Public Schools | |
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Location | |
United States | |
District information | |
Type | Public school |
Motto | Expect Great Things |
Grades | Pre-K–12 |
Established | 1835[1] |
Superintendent | Wayne Walters [2] |
Asst. superintendent(s) | Nina Sacco, Monica Lamar, Rodney Necciai, Shawn McNeil, Patti Camper, Melissa Pearlman |
School board | Gene Walker |
Governing agency | Board of Public Education |
Budget | $668.3 million |
Students and staff | |
Students | 20,350 |
Athletic conference | PIAA District 8 |
Other information | |
Website | Pittsburgh Public Schools |
Pittsburgh Public Schools is the
History
The formation of
As stated in numerous district annual budgets, including 2021, "Although public education in Pittsburgh dates back to 1835, the consolidated District was founded in November 1911, as a result of an educational reform movement that combined the former 'ward' schools into one system with standardized educational and business policies. Initially the district was governed by an appointed Board of 15 members, but since 1976 has been governed by a nine-member Board elected by districts of relatively equal populations."[4]
Academics
In February 2006, eight underperforming schools were transformed into Accelerated Learning Academies (ALAs).
In March 2006, the district contracted with Kaplan K12 Learning Services to develop a single, district-wide curriculum.[10]
The Pittsburgh Promise
On December 13, 2006
In January 2007, the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers made the first contribution to The Pittsburgh Promise scholarship program.[13] In 2008, the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center made a $10 million donation with a commitment for as much as $90 million in additional matching funds over the next nine years.[14] Since its founding, the program has helped nearly 12,000 students attend college by funneling $170 million into fees, tuition, and living expenses.[15] In September 2023, the Pittsburgh Promise's executive director, Saleem Ghubril, sent a letter to district parents explaining that the Pittsburgh Public Schools' Class of 2028 will be the final group of students to receive scholarships.[16]
Board of Public Education of Pittsburgh
The Pittsburgh Public Schools has an elected, nine-member board of directors. The members serve a four-year term and represent districts within the city and the nearby borough of Mount Oliver.[17] Like all other school board members in Pennsylvania, they receive no pay.[18]
Superintendent of Schools and Administration
On July 21, 2022, the Pittsburgh Board of Education announced that Dr. Wayne N. Walters will serve as Superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools.[19] On August 1, 2022, Dr. Walters took over the top leadership position after serving as interim Superintendent for a 10-month period. The school district has various administrative departments: Office of the Superintendent, Student Support Services, Athletics, Human Resources, Curriculm and Instruction, Data, Research, Evaluation and Assessment, Facilities, Finance, and Law.
Schools
Elementary schools (K–5)
- Allegheny Traditional Academy Elementary School
- Arsenal Elementary School
- Banksville Elementary School
- Beechwood Elementary School
- Concord Elementary School
- Dilworth Traditional Academy
- Faison K-5
- Fulton Academy of Geographic and Life Sciences
- Grandview Elementary School
- Lincoln School (two campuses: K–4 & 5–8)
- Liberty Elementary School
- Linden Elementary School
- Miller African Centered Academy
- Minadeo Elementary School
- Phillips K-5
- Pittsburgh Montessori (also: Pre-K)
- Roosevelt Elementary School (two campuses: Pre-K–1 & 2–5)
- Spring Hill Elementary School
- West Liberty Elementary School
- Westwood Elementary School
- Whittier Elementary School
- Woolslair Elementary School
K–8 schools
- Arlington
- Brookline School
- Carmalt Academy of Science and Technology
- Colfax K-8
- Greenfield School
- King PreK-8
- Langley
- Manchester PreK-8
- Mifflin School
- Morrow Elementary School
- Sunnyside PreK-8
Middle schools (6–8) and Accelerated Learning Academies
- Allegheny Traditional Academy Middle School
- Arlington
- Arsenal Middle School
- Pittsburgh Classical Academy Middle School
- Schiller Classical Academy Middle School
- South Brook Middle School
- South Hills Middle School
- Sterrett Classical Academy
- Weil PreK-5
Secondary schools, grades 9-12 and 6-12
- Barack Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12
- Brashear High School
- Carrick High School
- Perry Traditional Academy
- Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts School (6-12)
- Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy (6-12)
- Taylor Allderdice High School
- University Preparatory School (6-12)
- Westinghouse High School
Special schools
- Conroy Education Center
- Oliver Citywide Academy
- Pioneer Education Center
- Pittsburgh Gifted Center
- Student Achievement Center High School
- Student Achievement Center Middle School
- Clayton Academy
- Pittsburgh Online Academy
Charter schools
As required by
- Academy Charter School (9–12)
- Career Connections Charter High School (9–12) — Charter renewed for five years on 21 March 2007[21]
- City Charter High School (9–12) — Charter renewed for five years on 8 November 2006[22]
- The Environmental Charter School at Frick Park K–8
- Hill House Passport Academy Charter School
- Manchester Academic Charter School (K–8)
- Northside Urban Pathways Charter School (6–12)
- Renaissance Academy of Pittsburgh Alternative of Hope (K–5) — Charter renewal denied by board on 25 April 2006[23]
- Urban League of Pittsburgh Charter School (K–5)
- Career Connections Charter Middle School - closed 2006[24][25]
See also
Notes and references
- ^ a b "Historical Sketch of the Pittsburgh Public Schools". Historic Pittsburgh. University of Pittsburgh Library System. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "Superintendent of Schools / Homepage".
- ^ "Facts at a Glance". Pittsburgh Public Schools. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ a b "2021 Final General Fund Budget" (PDF). Pittsburgh Public Schools. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "Accelerated Learning Academies". Pittsburgh Public Schools Web Site. Archived from the original on 2006-12-18. Retrieved 2006-12-20.
- ^ "Accelerated Learning Academies". Pittsburgh Public Schools Web Site. Archived from the original on 2006-10-14. Retrieved 2006-12-20.
- ^ "Accelerated Learning Academy 2006-2007 School Calendar". Pittsburgh Public Schools Web Site. 2006-05-01. Archived from the original on 2006-12-16. Retrieved 2006-12-20.
- ^ "PPS ALAs Frequently Asked Questions" (PDF). Pittsburgh Public Schools Web Site. Retrieved 2006-12-20. [dead link]
- ^ "America's Choice". NCEE Web Site. Retrieved 2006-12-20.[dead link]
- ^ "Superintendent Roosevelt Releases Comprehensive Reform Agenda" (PDF). Pittsburgh Public Schools. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and Superintendent Mark Roosevelt Announce Partnership to Create The Pittsburgh Promise" (PDF) (Press release). Pittsburgh Public Schools. 2006-12-13. Retrieved 2006-12-13.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Lord, Rich (2006-12-13). "City schools to promise college funds for good students". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2006-12-13.
- ^ Smydo, Joe (2007-01-12). "Teachers union gives $10,000 to new city scholarship fund". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2007-01-13.
- ^ "UPMC Community Citizenship". Archived from the original on 2009-04-12. Retrieved 2009-06-01.
- ^ Folts, Lajja Mistry, Emma (2023-10-31). "Pittsburgh Promise scholarship set to end in 2028". PublicSource. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
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: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ Vellucci, Justin (2023-09-22). "Pittsburgh Public Schools' Class of 2028 will be last to receive Pittsburgh Promise scholarships". TribLIVE.com. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
- ^ "Board of Directors". Pittsburgh Public Schools. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "How to Run for School Board: A Guide for School Board Candidates in Pennsylvania". Pennsylvania School Boards Association. Retrieved February 16, 2022.
- ^ "Superintendent of Schools / Homepage". www.pghschools.org. Retrieved 2023-03-15.
- ^ "Pennsylvania Charter School Websites". The Center for Education Reform Website. Retrieved 2007-01-03.
- ^ "MINUTES Meeting of: March 2 1,2007" (PDF). Pittsburgh Public Schools. pp. p.640-1. Retrieved 2007-04-26. [dead link]
- ^ Smydo, Joe (2006-11-09). "City schools want to close 2 more charter schools". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2007-04-26.
- ^ "Board denies renewal of E. Liberty charter school". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. 2007-04-26. Retrieved 2007-04-26.
- ^ Smydo, Joe (2006-09-28). "School board votes to close Career Connections school". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2007-01-03.
- ^ Smydo, Joe (2006-11-17). "Charter middle school to shut Nov. 29". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Retrieved 2007-04-26.
External links
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