Kids of Steel

Kids of Steel is a training program designed to motivate kids and their families to get active together . Available through over 250 schools and community organizations in Western Pennsylvania , the program has seen enthusiastic participation . Over the past few months , Hillcrest fifth and sixth-grade students have been meeting after school to improve their physical fitness , with a focus on running . Some students opted to run or walk in the Race for Grace in April . Earlier this spring , the group had a great turnout for the Pittsburgh 5K and one-mile fun run . This is our second season of Kids of Steel at Hillcrest , and we plan to continue the program next year !

Norwin School District Shines at Westmoreland Interscholastic Reading Competition

This spring , students from across the region participated in the Westmoreland Interscholastic Reading Competition ( WIRC ) held at Seton Hill University . With a total of twenty-seven teams competing at the high school level and twentynine teams at the middle school level , the event saw approximately 600 readers , including the students of Norwin School District .

The competition began in early March with the high school teams , who secured 3rd and 9th place finishes , showcasing their commitment to literary excellence . The momentum continued into the middle school segment of the competition , where a team from Norwin Middle School clinched 1st place overall . In addition , a second Norwin Middle School team secured 9th place , and the Hillcrest Intermediate teams earned 6th and 11th place finishes .

The success of Norwin School District at WIRC reflects the dedication and passion for literature and underscores the district ’ s commitment to nurturing a culture of reading and academic excellence .