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ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
835 OLD CLAIRTON ROAD • JEFFERSON HILLS, PA 15025
PHONE 412.655.8450 • FAX 412.655.9544
www.wjhsd.net
MESSAGE FROM THE
West Jefferson Hills
School District Superintendent
WE ST J E FFE RSO N H IL L S SC HO O L DI ST RIC T NE WS
est Jefferson Hills
T
he end of a school year gives everyone the chance to
‘catch your breath’ and reflect on the past months. A
lot has occurred in the district during this time with much
to celebrate.
The students continue to excel academically as the
district remains one of the top performing school districts
in the county, state and nation. Publications from the
Pittsburgh Business Times to U.S. News and World Report
identify the West Jefferson Hills School District as a
leader in academics. This is a tribute to the teaching staff,
the support staff, the Administration, the School Board,
the Parents, the community, but, most importantly, the
students themselves.
Once again, members of the graduating class of 2016
have been accepted to and will attend some of the
finest post-secondary schools throughout our nation.
Congratulations to all of the graduates and best wishes to
each as they continue with their life goals.
With the infusion of technology, every student
attends a classroom that provides the latest educational
opportunities. Teachers have been a driving force in the
advancement of technology. By the start of the 2016-2017
school year, every elementary school will have a STEAM
lab and both the Middle School and the High School will
have advanced telecommunications capabilities. We are
currently live streaming morning announcements, band
performances and other school events.
Artistically, we have recently enjoyed another musical
production “The Little Mermaid.” What a great show and
four wonderful performances. Both the performing and
visual arts continue to enrich the lives of our students now
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and for a lifetime. And, much credit must be given to the
terrific organization of TJ Arts. This dedicated group of
volunteers has once again provided free opportunities for
every one of our students. Don’t miss ‘Sweet Sweet Jazz’
this fall!
Athletically, our students again excelled. The Football
team won the WPIAL, many teams were able to continue
into post-season play and many of the students
individually participated in post-season competition.
The above demonstrates West Jefferson Hill’s
commitment to the whole student. The Board of School
Directors is committed to meeting the needs of all children
academically, artistically and athletically. A true foundation
is in place to meet these needs.
As for the High School building project, the preparation
to receive the building has been completed and the
contractors have arrived to begin construction of the
building. We are still on schedule to open the doors of this
facility in the fall of 2018.
The following pages are full of the good things our
students and staff are doing on a daily basis. Please take
the time to read the following articles. It truly is a great day
to be a Jaguar.
Thank you for your continued support of quality
education and we hope you enjoy the latest edition of
the West Jefferson Hills INCommunity. Best wishes for a
wonderful summer and, as always, Go Jaguars.
PS. School begins on August 29th!
Dr. Michael A. Panza, Superintendent