A MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
A MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
Dear Fox Chapel Area Community,
As we look toward a new year, I want to take a moment to share an update on one of the most impactful initiatives underway in our district: the development of our new comprehensive plan. During the next few months, we will engage in conversations with a wide range of stakeholders to collaboratively shape the next chapter of the Fox Chapel Area School District. This process is more than a requirement- it is the roadmap that will guide our priorities, our work, and our aspirations for years to come.
We are grateful for the voices that will help shape our comprehensive plan – students, parents, community members, business owners, and our staff and school board members. Each brings an important perspective, and together they reflect the strength and diversity of the Fox Chapel Area community. The conversations we have with these groups help ensure that our plan is grounded in the experiences, needs, and hopes of the people we serve in our school community.
As we embark on this work, I find myself reflecting on our last comprehensive plan, the one that resulted in the development of our district’ s four pillars: purpose, passion, care, and community. You have heard me speak about these values often, and that is intentional. They are not simply words on a page; they represent the heart of who we are and who we strive to be. Purpose reminds us to always act with intention. Passion fuels learning and inspires growth. Care helps us center the well-being of every student and adult in our district. Community underscores that our work is not done alone, and that our partnerships with families, neighbors, and local organizations strengthen it.
Through this work, we plan to build on these pillars, while perhaps adding new areas of focus. Developing these ideas takes thoughtful time, conversation, and reflection, but it is time well spent. These values guide our culture, our decisions, and the way we support students each day.
We also recognize the importance of elevating student voice in this work. I meet regularly with students from both Fox Chapel Area High School and Dorseyville Middle School. Through these superintendent cabinets, we ensure that our learners have a seat at the table as we plan for their future. Their ideas, insights, and questions consistently remind us why we do this work and why their perspectives must be heard and valued. We plan to offer more avenues for student agency in the months to come.
Thank you for your support, your partnership, and your commitment to the success of the Fox Chapel Area School District. Together, we will continue to foster a community where every student is known, valued, and inspired to achieve their best.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mary Catherine Reljac Superintendent
ox Chapel Area
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We are grateful for the voices that will help shape our comprehensive plan – students, parents, community members, business owners, and our staff and school board members. Each brings an important perspective, and together they reflect the strength and diversity of the Fox Chapel Area community.
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