Friday, March 1, 2013
The Quaker Valley School District does not depend heavily on federal revenue.
Pennsylvania education stands to lose more than $26 million in the sequester cuts that start today. Quaker Valley School District isn't exempt, though the affects on the district from the across-the board spending cuts appear minimal. In the 2012-13 and 2013-14 budget, the district reports it is anticipating 5.1 percent less in federal funding, or $27,632. Quaker Valley is predicting $177,859 in Title I funding, $51,973 for Title II, and $311,965 in IDEA funding. According to the document released by the White House, Pennsylvania also risks budget cuts for clean air and water protection, military readiness, law enforcement and public safety funds, job search assistance for Pennsylvanians who need work, child care, public health, violence …
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
The D. Richard Wynn Award recognizes the board’s accomplishments.
The Quaker Valley School Board is being recognized for years of hard work and innovation. The board has been named the recipient of the D. Richard Wynn Distinguished School Board Award from the Tri-State Area School Study Council at the University of Pittsburgh. Superintendent Joseph Clapper announced the award at Tuesday's legislative meeting. "We have a board that's always focused on good quality education, while focused on fiscal responsibility," Clapper said, calling it a delicate balancing act. Clapper said board members will be honored March 24 at the 65th School Board and Distinguished Educator Banquet in Penn Hills. The D. Richard Wynn Award, initiated during the 1988-89 school year, recognizes the board’s accomplishments during …
Sunday, February 24, 2013
These homes are on the market in the Quaker Valley School District. Click on the photos to take a look.
Looking to buy a home in the Quaker Valley School District? Curious to see what's on the market? Here are five recently listed homes in the area: If you know of a great home on the market (maybe you’re selling it!), feel free to add it in the comment section below. To add photos or video of homes for sale, simply click the "Upload Photos and Video" button on this article. For more helpful tips from our real estate tab, including a mortgage calculator, click here. Did you know Sewickley Patch has its own real estate section? Take a look. Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook
Sunday, February 17, 2013
These homes are on the market in the Quaker Valley School District. Click on the photos to take a look.
Looking to buy a home in the Quaker Valley School District? Curious to see what's on the market? Here are seven recently listed homes in the area. If you know of a great home on the market (maybe you’re selling it!), feel free to add it in the comment section below. To add photos or video of homes for sale, simply click the "Upload Photos and Video" button on this article. For more helpful tips from our real estate tab, including a mortgage calculator, click here. Did you know Sewickley Patch has its own real estate section? Take a look. Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook
Monday, February 11, 2013
The committee of citizens will meet tonight to begin reviewing a traffic study of the high school.
A committee comprised of Quaker Valley citizens is expected to hold its first meeting tonight to review results of a high school traffic study. Tina Vojtko, district spokeswoman, said two students and 15 community members were chosen to serve from each of the three regions. The ad hoc committee is tasked with reviewing the high school engineering study and making recommendations. Vojtko said the committee will likely meet twice more before presenting an impartial opinion to the school board this spring in time for budget season. The school board commissioned the study last year looking for ways to alleviate traffic and enhance pedestrian safety outside Quaker Valley High School. In October, David E. Wooster & Associates presented its …
Sunday, February 10, 2013
These homes are on the market in the Quaker Valley School District. Click on the photos to take a look.
Looking to buy a home in the Quaker Valley School District? Curious to see what's on the market? Here are 11 possibilities to check out in the area. The following open houses are planned today in the Sewickley Valley: Feb. 17 Open Houses: If you know of a great home on the market (maybe you’re selling it!), feel free to add it in the comment section below. To add photos or video of homes for sale, simply click the "Upload Photos and Video" button on this article. For more helpful tips from our real estate tab, including a mortgage calculator, click here. Did you know Sewickley Patch has its own real estate section? Take a look. Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook
Saturday, February 9, 2013
The South Park Ice Rink will conduct the PIHL Outdoor Charity Series also.
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey League Outdoor Charity Series games at the North Park Ice Rink have been rescheduled to take place on Friday, Feb. 22, according to the Allegheny County Parks Department. The South Park Ice Rink will conduct the PIHL Outdoor Charity Series on the same date. Due to this, both parks will be closed for regular public sessions beginning Wednesday, Feb. 20, and continuing through Friday, Feb. 22. Regular public sessions will again be available at both facilities on Saturday, Feb. 23. For information on hours and rates, go to www.alleghenycounty.us/parks/fees/skate.aspx.
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Gov. Corbett's proposed budget includes a $28,531 increase for Quaker Valley in the 2013-14 school year.
Gov. Tom Corbett’s proposed 2013-14 budget is expected to provide Pennsylvania school districts with more than $9.83 billion in taxpayer assistance, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Education. For the Quaker Valley School District, this translates into a $28,531 increase for the 2013-14 school year. State figures project a $351,645 increase, which includes the state's obligation for employees' pension and social security, funds that are not used for education operations. Quaker Valley School Board approved a resolution in November indicating it will remain within the set 1.7 percent index for the 2013-14 school year. Under Pennsylvania's Act 1, that means the district's property tax rate could not be increased by more than the …
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Parents of incoming Quaker Valley kindergarten students can register for 30-minute appointments and are encouraged to attend an upcoming orientation.
The annual Kindergarten Round Up for incoming Quaker Valley kindergarten students and their families is Feb. 18 through Feb. 22 at Edgeworth Elementary School. Families will complete the registration process and meet with several school community members including a teacher, librarian, assistant school nurse and parent association representative. To schedule an appointment contact Diane Hess, student information specialist, at 412-749-5095. Appointments lasting about 30 minutes are scheduled between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. Parents are also encouraged to attend an orientation meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 11, at Osborne Elementary School to learn more information about the kindergarten program. Attendees will receive a registration packet to …
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Sunday, February 3, 2013
These five homes are on the market in the Quaker Valley School District. Click on the videos to take a look inside.
Looking to buy a home in the Quaker Valley School District? Here are five possibilities to check out. Also, if you know of a great home on the market (maybe you’re selling it!), feel free to add it in the comment section below. To add photos or video of homes for sale, simply click the "Upload Photos and Video" button on this article. Here's a list of five recently listed homes: For more helpful tips from our real estate tab, including a mortgage calculator, click here. Did you know Sewickley Patch has its own real estate section? Take a look. Follow us on Twitter | Like us on Facebook
