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For 15 years, Propel Schools has been transforming
the lives of children through innovative, student-centered
learning. When Propel Schools first opened its doors in
the basement of the old Homestead hospital in 2003, our
founders had a vision of operating high-performing public
schools and providing choices to families who might not
otherwise have them.
Now serving 4,000 students in 13 schools across
Allegheny County, Propel gives students in grades K-12
the support they need to thrive in school and beyond,
including a personalized learning environment, access to
cutting-edge technology and smaller class sizes.
Our staff are students’ biggest advocates. Every Propel
family has a caring and committed team supporting its
student’s educational journey. Our educators’ diverse
backgrounds and their passion for education and social
justice create an everlasting impact.
Every Propel student is exposed to a wide range of
memorable and meaningful experiences in our schools
and the broader community. Students are inspired, find
their self-identity and build stronger bonds with their
peers through STEAM Integration (science, technology,
engineering, art and math) and our Creative Arts program.
We integrate STEAM learning into all of our classrooms.
Educators across different core subjects work together
to plan and teach projects. These projects build on
students’ interests while encouraging them to explore new
subjects. This STEAM integration is an essential part of
students’ K-12 classroom experience as they learn to apply
technology through partnerships with more than 40 local
professional organizations.
Andrew Street High School (9-12)
Braddock Hills Elementary (K-5)
Braddock Hills Middle School (6-8)
Braddock Hills High School (9-12)
East (K-8)
Hazelwood (K-7)
Homestead (K-8)
McKeesport (K-8)
Montour Elementary (K-5)
Montour Middle School (6-8)
Montour High School (9-10)
Northside (K-8)
Pitcairn (K-8)
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Our Creative Arts Program brings professionals in
the fields of musical theater, dance, martial arts, media
and physical education into our classrooms for 12-week
trimesters. We strive to provide diverse programming to
close the experience gap by exposing our students to a
variety of experiences.
Beginning in the 2017-2018 school year, all of our
students in grades 6-12 will have the opportunity to
participate in Propel Athletics, an education-based
athletics program. Dependent on grade level, students
may compete in basketball, volleyball, track and field,
cheerleading and bowling.
Overcoming obstacles is the expectation at Propel,
and student success stories remind us every day why
we do what we do. Our Beyond Propel program works
to increase postsecondary success by scheduling
college visits, assisting with application submissions and
connecting students to mentors.
Propel Schools is a network of public charter schools
open to all families in Allegheny County at no additional
cost. Previous academic achievement, demographics
and income level are not considered in our lottery-based
enrollment process.
Select spaces are still available for the 2017-2018 school
year. Applications for the 2018-2019 school year will be
available beginning Oct. 2 at www.propelschools.org. For
more information, email [email protected] or
apply at www.propelschools.org/apply.
Redefine School. Defy Expecations.
3447 East Carson Street • Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Phone: 412-325-7305 • Fax: 412-325-7309
www.propelschools.org
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