WELCOME!!
TINA MAYER,
PRINCIPAL
est Jefferson Hills
WE ST J E FFE RSO N H IL L S SC HO O L DI ST RIC T NE WS — GILL H A LL E LE M E N TARY SC HOOL
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s always, it is hard to believe we are already
embarking on yet another new school year!
I would like to first wish all of our new 6th grade
students the best of luck as they begin their middle
school years. I know they will continue to shine! I
would also like to extend a warm welcome to our
incoming kindergarten students…you are about to
embark on one of the most important journeys of
your life, and we are excited to share it with you. Last,
but not least, a warm welcome to all new Gill Hall
students and staff! We look forward to having you as
an integral part of our Gill Hall family.
The summer has been busy with renovations
as well as curriculum changes. We are anxiously
awaiting the grand opening of our STEAM lab and
will also be incorporating a new Social Studies Series.
The combination of innovation and academics,
coupled with an awesome instructional staff, helps
to ensure the intellectual, emotional and social
growth of our children. It truly is a team effort!
Please be sure to check our website often to
keep updated on school activities, policies, and
district information. Additionally, PTA information is
available as well. All parents are strongly encouraged
to become active members of this organization!
Being a member of our PTA is a great way to become
actively engaged in your child’s education.
GOOD LUCK!!
Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.
John Dewey
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ill Hall Elementary School is excited to announce the development of a STEAM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Lab. Planning began last year to transform the
computer lab into a state-of-the-art facility where students can integrate various subject matters
with hands-on learning. Technology is not meant to take the place of quality teaching, but rather
enhance it. The lab will engage students in more divergent, problem-solving experiences.
The space will feature numerous elements that will allow for unique learning experiences for
all grade levels. It will include a new multimedia broadcast studio, a fully-equipped makerspace,
a video production and editing space, a first of its kind virtual-reality space, and a mixed-use
collaborative area for robotics, object-based programming, and design.
A HUGE thank you to the Gill Hall teach