Dear McKeesport Area District Families and Friends:
The Spring has finally arrived and there are only a few
weeks remaining of school. Currently, our 3rd through 8th
grade students are taking the PSSA tests in reading, math and
science. Our high school students will be taking the Keystone
tests in May.
Graduation of McKeesport Area High School’s
136th graduating class is quickly approaching. We are
extremely proud of our senior class and all their academic
accomplishments. The month of May always brings several
exciting events: Prom, Graduation, Kindergarten and Pre-
School Graduations, Honors Programs, Senior Recognition
Concerts, etc. Our schools are full of students throughout the
summer for extracurricular activities, summer school, and
enrichment opportunities. Please encourage your student to
get involved in activities, read, and stay engaged during the
summer months.
We ALL have worked together to make MASD a safe and
dynamic educational opportunity for our students. Dr. Wanzo
and I will continue to lead our school district
through relationship building and transparency.
Lastly, I would like to thank all of our dedicated
families and educators that made the 2018-2019
a success. Your continued unwavering support
makes our school district a special place for
teaching and learning.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mark P. Holtzman
Superintendent
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McKeesport Area School District is moving toward another
strong finish, this school year! In the pages to follow, please
see some of the wonderful events held by our staff for
students and families. Also, our readers will find information
on how to enroll in school for next year. If you know someone
who would benefit from this information, please share it
with them. Lastly, we invite you to attend our middle school
musical, and know that you will be delighted by the hard
work and dedication that the students put forth!
One of the biggest factors in the overall success of our
students and our district will always be our ability to work in
partnership with our parents and the community. We hope
that you feel welcome in our schools and that you will take
advantage of opportunities to become involved, to learn
more about your school district, and to be a part of the many
things that are taking place.
Members of the school board of directors encourage
parents and guardians to be actively involved, in all areas if
the district, by attending board and building level meetings.
Board Meetings are typically held on the fourth Wednesday
of every month. Regular sessions begin at 7:30 p.m. in the
board room at the district administration building, located at
3590 O’Neil Boulevard in McKeesport. For up to date meeting
dates and times, please visit our website at www.mckasd.net.
On behalf of the board, have a safe and healthy rest
of the school year!
Sincerely,
Joe Lopretto
President, McKeesport Area School
District Board of Directors