Bradford Woods Elementary School

41 Forest Road
Bradford Woods, PA 15015
724-934-4400

Main Office Hours

Office hours: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
School hours: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM

Kindergarten Hours

• 9:00–11:45 AM
• 12:45–3:30 PM

Mission Statement

The mission of the North Allegheny School District is to prepare all students for success in a changing world. Each school fosters a safe, respectful, and engaging environment where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally, with a focus on responsible citizenship, creativity, and lifelong learning.

Vision Statement

The vision of the North Allegheny School District is to be a premier school district that inspires excellence in academics, athletics, arts, and activities for every student every day.

We will exceed the expectations of those we serve. We believe:

• All individuals can learn.
• Learning is a life-long process that occurs inside and outside the classroom.
• Effective teaching is both an art and science that results in increased levels of critical thinking, achievement, and growth.
• Embracing, valuing, and promoting diversity enriches our community and learning experiences.
• Integrity, trust, compassion, and open communication are hallmarks of an excellent educational community.
• Educational excellence requires effective leadership, high expectations, teamwork, and the responsible utilization of resources.
• Collaboration among students, parents, staff and community enriches our ownership of the education process.

It is very important that we maintain an up-to-date address, telephone number, and email with the district. If you have a change of any demographic information during the school year, please follow these instructions to complete a “Change of Demographics” form in PowerSchool.

Due to health concerns for students throughout the building, animals are not permitted to be brought into the building without approval from the office. On the day of the visit, you are to register at the office and at that time will be given further specific instructions regarding access to certain areas of the building.

Students should arrive on time and follow building-specific drop-off procedures. Arrival times typically begin at 8:50–9:00 AM. There is no supervision of students prior to 8:50 AM.  A child who arrives at school after 9:05 a.m. is considered tardy and must stop at the front office before reporting to his/her classroom. For early dismissals or changes in pickup, parents should notify the school office in writing or through approved digital forms before 2:30 PM. Students must be signed out by authorized individuals listed on their emergency contacts.

There are two ways to enter the school in the morning. Please read closely below to ensure that you understand the proper procedures for arrival:

MAIN ENTRANCE via Bus Loop (by office):

Students who arrive via bus are to enter through the Main Entrance. The bus loop in the front of the building is for buses only. Buses will pull up and park in the bus loop, at which time students will enter the building through the main entrance. 

REAR PARENT/GUARDIAN DROP OFF LOOP:

The rear drop off loop is strictly for those students who are being dropped off by car. Parents are to enter the BWE entrance nearest the gymnasium and follow the double lines towards the playground until they reach the drop off loop behind the school. Once the car is stopped, children exit the vehicle promptly. It is important that parents recognize that mornings are a very busy time at BWE, and having your child’s belongings packed and ready to go is necessary so that the traffic is not backed up. We ask that parents not exit the vehicle in the drop off zone. If you find it necessary to exit your vehicle or assist your child out of the car, we ask that you park your car in the visitor parking spots on the side of the building rather than use the drop off zone. Students should always exit their vehicles from the opposite side of the driver to avoid having to cross through any traffic. When using the parent/guardian drop off loop, parents/guardians should not exit their vehicles.

If parents/guardians plan to enter the building with their child for any reason in the mornings, you must then use the Main Entrance and sign in at the front office. No visitors will be permitted to enter through the Rear Parent/Guardian Drop off entrance.

Regular attendance is crucial for learning. Absences are classified as legal (illness, bereavement, religious holidays, pre-approved educational trips) or illegal (unapproved vacations, truancy).

When students return to school after any absence, they must bring a written excuse signed by their parent/guardian, stating the reason and dates of the absence(s). An email is acceptable, but it must be addressed to both the homeroom teacher and the building secretary. The written excuse should be given to the homeroom teacher for record keeping purposes. It will then be sent to the main office. If no excuse is sent into school within three days, the absence(s) will be considered illegal.

To request approval for a Family Educational Trip, parent(s)/guardian(s) must submit the Educational Tour Form for excusal at least five (5) school days prior to the absence and the absence must be for 10 or less school days. Students who will be participating in an extended absence due to a request for an educational tour or trip for more than 10 days will be withdrawn after the tenth consecutive day (on day 11) and the withdrawal date will be dated the first day of the consecutive absence. These days are considered legal absences when approved. No absences will be approved during standardized testing windows.

Parents of students who are absent (regardless if the absences are excused or unexcused) will receive a letter from the principal after a total of ten (10) days absent.  This communication from the building administration is sent to emphasize the importance of daily attendance at school and as a reminder of Pennsylvania’s Compulsory Attendance Law.  A second notice for excessive absenteeism will be sent after a total of eighteen (18) days and an Elementary Support Team (ESAP) meeting will be held to address excessive absenteeism.  After the 18-day letter is delivered, all future absences must be supported by documentation from the child’s physician, the school’s nurse, or another administratively approved agency.  If the proper documentation is not provided after the 18-day letter is sent home, the absence will be documented as unexcused and may be referred to the District Magistrate.  

Students with legal absences may have the opportunity to complete any missed assignments upon returning to school.  Our responsibility is to promote consistent school attendance and address the underlying risk factors that may lead to truancy.  As a requirement of Act 138, students who accrue three (3) illegal absences will be asked to participate in the creation of a School Attendance Improvement Plan (SAIP).  Students who accrue six (6) illegal absences will be referred to a school-based or community-based attendance improvement program or to the local children and youth agency.  In addition, the district may file a citation for truancy with the District Magistrate.  

Requests for absent students’ homework assignments may be made on a student’s second day of absence.  Parents are asked to call the main office before 10:00 AM on the second day of absence to make the request.  Students who miss a single day of school can get their missed assignments upon their return to school the following day.  Students may also check their teacher’s Canvas page for assignments.  Students will be granted additional time to complete their assignments upon their return to school, typically equal to the number of days they were absent.  

For an extended illness, please contact your child’s teacher and make arrangements for absences of a week or longer.

Tardy/Late Arrivals

A student who arrives at school after 9:05 AM is considered tardy. The parent/guardian must escort their child into the office and sign him/her in upon arrival. All students entering school after 9:05 AM, must check in the office prior to going to their classroom. Failure to sign the student into the office may result in an absence being recorded for the entire school day.

Tardiness is also tracked and addressed accordingly.

Due to allergy concerns and wellness policies, edible birthday treats are generally not permitted. Families are encouraged to send in non-food items such as pencils, stickers, or erasers. Arrangements should be coordinated with the classroom teacher in advance. Invitations to outside parties should not be distributed at school unless all students in the class are invited.

Being proactive to create an anti-bullying school environment is the best way to prevent bullying and conflict. Staff educates students on inclusiveness and tolerance. Various lessons and modeling are completed throughout the school year to support students to make school the best environment for everyone in the school community. The Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Program provides realistic expectations necessary to take a proactive rather than a reactive approach when responding to behavioral and social issues including bullying. Any bullying observed or reported is addressed to resolve conflict quickly. Please see the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports section. Please review Policy 249 Anti-Bullying/Cyberbullying School Board Policy.

Students are expected to behave appropriately on school buses. Bus drivers have authority and will assign seats. Rules include remaining seated, speaking quietly, and keeping hands and belongings to oneself. Misconduct may result in temporary or permanent loss of bus privileges.

Video cameras are mounted in all school buses.  The purpose of the cameras on a school bus is to increase safety and discourage disruptive behaviors.

Students may purchase a lunch daily using either cash or funds that they have on the Point of Sale (P.O.S.) system. The daily menu options with prices are always on the North Allegheny Website. All students buying lunch or snacks will enter his or her Personal Identification Number (P.I.N.) as they purchase their lunch or snack. Assistance will be given to all students at the beginning of the year as they enter their P.I.N.

Parents may send in cash or a check payable to NA Cafeteria Fund at any time to deposit money into their child’s P.O.S. account. Cafeteria Payment envelopes should be used to include student name, Personal Identification Number (P.I.N.), and payment option. For those families with more than one child attending IES, please remember to use separate envelopes for each child. Reminders will be sent home with the student when their Point of Service (P.O.S.) account accrues a negative balance.

If there are any questions or concerns, please contact the Food Service Office at 724-934-7201 or 7202. Parent/guardians are responsible for assuring that a student’s [POS] account remains up to date with a positive balance. The district also has an online payment system called PaySchools Central. Log in to PaySchools Central at payschoolscentral.com. More information on PaySchools Central can be found at PaySchools.com.

Cafeteria time is meant to be a pleasant break in the day. Every student is expected to use proper table manners and speak in a normal tone of voice so that everyone may enjoy their lunch break. Restaurant-like behavior is expected, and students are to clean up after themselves.

Each year the North Allegheny School District publishes and distributes an Activities Calendar to each family. We hope that you will utilize this calendar, the district and school websites, and district publications to stay on top of upcoming opportunities and events. A weekly newsletter is sent with current events listed.

In the event that a need to disseminate emergency or crisis communications to parents and/or students should arise, the North Allegheny School District has a number of communication methods in place to facilitate this process. These include:

• SchoolMessenger
• The district website (northallegheny.org )
• Local television and radio stations (for example: KDKA TV, 1020 AM radio)
• By email

SchoolMessenger is a web-based automated system and is one of the North Allegheny School District’s communication vehicles for the delivery of information to parents/guardians and staff via phone, email, and/or text. Messages may include attendance notifications, school delays or cancellations, information about a serious health-related issue or a crisis response update. 

School Messenger and PowerSchool SIS sync on a daily basis. This means that if you change a contact phone number or email address in PowerSchool, SchoolMessenger will be updated automatically with that new information the following day.

All parent/guardian phone numbers and email addresses are imported into SchoolMessenger from the PowerSchool SIS. SchoolMessenger imports the cell, home and work phone numbers, as well as the email, provided in PowerSchool for contacts.  

Please note that within SchoolMessenger you are not able to edit the information that is imported from the PowerSchool SIS. Parents and guardians can access PowerSchool via the Tiger ID Dashboard. For more information on Tiger ID, click here. If you would like to update your contact information or add additional phone numbers, please submit an "Update Your Parent/Guardian Contact Information Form," available under the Forms Menu in the PowerSchool Portal.

On a two-hour delay day, students are not to arrive before 10:50 AM; school begins at 11:00 AM. Lunch is served; however, no recess is held. School hours for Kindergarten on delay days will be 11:00 AM–12:45 PM for morning session and 1:45–3:30 PM for afternoon session.

Students in grades K–5 will be using the Learning Management System, Canvas. Canvas is an app available on the student’s iPad, where teachers will post their daily agendas, assignments, and resources. Canvas also has a parent app that can be accessed through the parent’s Tiger ID account.

Parent-Teacher conferences will be held on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026. Parents are encouraged to attend if they need to discuss academic progress and student well-being. Additional conferences can be requested by families or teachers throughout the year.  Information will be sent out prior to conferences for parents to sign up for a conference with their child’s teacher.

If a student is involved in custody arrangements or legal restrictions, parents must submit appropriate court documentation to the school. This ensures student safety and helps staff adhere to legal directives regarding pickups, communications, and access. Custody agreements or court orders must be signed. They will be kept on file in the main office and will be considered the most up to date copy unless a parent/guardian presents revised or new paperwork to the office.

Schools follow the district’s Code of Conduct and implement positive behavior support frameworks. Students are expected to show respect, responsibility, and safety in all settings. Behavior infractions are addressed progressively and may result in parent contact, loss of privileges, or administrative action. Please review the district’s Code of Conduct.

We are proud of the way our students dress. A student’s individual dress indicates both self-respect and respect for others. While the school accommodates a wide variety of individual tastes, inappropriate dress is not acceptable.

Guidelines

The following should be used in determining appropriate school attire:

1. Articles must be clean (not soiled with grease, oil, paint, or dirt).
2. Clothing with slogans/emblems, etc., is acceptable as long as they do not depict illegal substances, indecent writing, or indecent pictures.
3. Warm weather clothing is appropriate with the following guidelines: halter tops or tank tops with spaghetti straps, tops exposing the midriff or display of undergarments, and torn or ragged clothing are not permitted.
4. Oversized trousers present problems regarding safety both for the individual student and fellow classmates. School staff will insist that fitting pants are worn so that students can maneuver with ease, particularly in an emergency situation.
5. Items of dress that disrupt the educational process and climate are inappropriate. Students are not to wear hats during the school day inside the building, unless it is for an approved fundraiser or activity. This also includes bandanas and head scarves (unless the head covering is based on religious reasons).
6. Footwear must be worn by all students. Flip-flops and other backless shoes are not encouraged. “Wheelie shoes” are not permitted at school.
7. Shorts or skirts must reach at the fingertips while arms are hanging naturally at the sides.
8. Tights or leggings may not be used underneath shorts or skirts to substitute length. Leggings may only be worn under appropriate length (fingertip) shorts, skirts, or dresses.

To leave school early, a written request must be sent to the office. Authorized adults must sign out the student at the main office. Early dismissals should be minimized to avoid instructional disruptions. Parents are encouraged to schedule medical and dental appointments after school hours if possible.

Emergency drills will be held on a regularly scheduled basis during the course of the school year. The following is a list of drills and their scheduled frequency:

• Fire Drills—Monthly
• Emergency Weather Drill—Annually
• Emergency Drills (Hold, Lockdown or Secure)—Three drills annually
• Bus Evacuation Drills—August and March

The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) is based on the response to any given situation using common clear language—not codes or code words.

There is common vocabulary and symbols used with staff, students, parents, and emergency responders:

• Hold is a response that would clear the hallways, close and lock doors until the situation has been cleared.
• Lockdown is a safety response procedure that contains students and staff in safe locations within the building in the event of a threat to safety.
• Secure is a safety response that brings everyone inside the building and the perimeter is secured. No one is permitted in or out of the building during this time.
• If there is a need to Evacuate the building several locations are identified pending the emergency situation. Procedures are in place.
• Shelter is used in situations like weather related incidents such as tornadoes or earthquakes.

North Allegheny School District has a comprehensive safety plan that is continually discussed, rehearsed and evaluated. The district has adopted the use of the ALICE preparedness training model. The staff and students will be trained throughout the year to enhance our safety plans and to prepare everyone in the event of a critical incident. The district works closely with local emergency responders to ensure that safety plans are updated and promote a safe school environment. While safe evacuation from the building is sometimes the most prudent response to a threat to safety, such as a fire within the building, other responses can be appropriate pending the situation.

Drills for fire, lockdowns, and severe weather are held regularly. Staff are trained in protocols to keep students safe. In real emergencies, communication will be sent via the district’s notification system.

Every Monday is Encore Day. Encore is offered to students in grades 1–5. These special subject areas are Art, Music, Library and Physical Education. Homeroom teachers will notify students of the specific dates for each of the special subject area Encore days.

Trips enhance learning beyond the classroom. Parents will receive details and must submit signed permission forms. Chaperones must be approved and follow school guidelines. Student behavior expectations apply during all trips. 

The PFA provides the funds for our students’ transportation to attend these trips.  However, there are times when parents may need to cover the admission fee.  Money is always collected in advance.

Scholarship money is always available confidentially to students for field trip participation by contacting the building principal.

Under McKinney-Vento all school districts are responsible for identifying students experiencing homelessness and connecting them with the resources needed to ensure academic success. 

Who is considered homeless?

Children or youth living in a shelter, transitional housing, hotel/motel,
vehicle, campground, on the street or doubled up with friends or family due to a lack of alternate resources are considered homeless. An unaccompanied homeless youth is a child or youth that is not in the care of their parent or legal guardian and meets the definition of homeless under McKinney-Vento.

Where can students experiencing homelessness attend school?

The law indicates that homeless students have the right to remain in their school origin (the school they attended at the time of the homeless episode or last school attended) through the end of the school year in which they find permanent housing, provided it is in the child/youth’s best interest. If through consultation between the school and the family and/or unaccompanied youth it is determined that remaining in the school of origin is not in the student’s best interest, then the student has the right to immediately enroll in the school that non-homeless students living in the attendance area in which the child/youth is actually living are eligible to attend, even if they do not have all of the required documentation. Additionally, unaccompanied homeless youth have the right to immediately enroll in school, even if they do not have a legal guardian present.

What supports can school districts provide to homeless students?

Homeless students are eligible for supports and services to remove barriers to educational success. This may include transportation to the school of origin, free meals, referrals to physical/mental health providers, clothing to meet school requirements, access to school supplies and resources, assistance with credit recovery, tutoring supports, expedited evaluations and assistance to participate in school activities including parent engagement opportunities, sports, club, etc.

Homeless Dispute Process

If at any time there is a disagreement about homeless status or best interest for school placement, the district will notify the family in writing of their determination that the
family/unaccompanied youth is ineligible for McKinney-Vento services. At this time, the district will provide the family/unaccompanied youth with the ability to dispute their determination.

Throughout the dispute process, the child/youth, including unaccompanied youth, will continue to be educated in the school of origin or immediately enrolled in the school they are seeking enrollment in until the dispute process is finalized. Transportation will continue throughout the dispute process. All disputes will be sent to the ECYEH Regional Coordinator who will issue a determination. If any party is unhappy with the determination, they can elevate the dispute to the state coordinator.

What if I think that I am eligible for services under McKinney-Vento?

Contact Dr. Carrie Frohnapfel, Homeless Liaison for the North Allegheny School District at 412-630-5804 or cfrohnapfel@northalleghney.org

Homework reinforces classroom learning and fosters independence. Assignments should be age-appropriate and clearly communicated. Parents are encouraged to support routines but not complete the work for students. If homework becomes difficult, families should contact the teacher. Homework for all students should be listed on their teacher’s Canvas page.

Please visit the Health Services page of our website. You will find useful information about our medication policy, immunization requirements and health care information.

It is important that we have your current personal, work, and emergency phone numbers. In case of an emergency, accurate information can save valuable time in helping your child. Please remember to notify your child’s school at any time during the year of any changes in these numbers.

If you are planning to be out of town, please provide in writing the name of your child’s guardian and their contact information in your absence if it is someone who is not listed as an emergency contact. Without this consent, we cannot release your child to this caretaker.

If there is a change in the custodianship of your child, please notify the office and provide copies of any pertinent court agreements for this change to be honored.

Medications

Medications will be administered by the nurses according to school policy which includes written parental permission, and a doctor’s order for both prescription and nonprescription (OTC—over the counter) medications.  Please make sure to log into the SNAP Parent Health Portal to provide the necessary parental/guardian permission for the administration of acetaminophen or ibuprofen (age appropriate) as needed throughout the school year, for your child.

The following are a few important points to remember:

• Students are not permitted to carry medication with them at school. All medication is to be dispensed from the health office.  
• Medication is to be brought to school by the parent/guardian in the original container. Never allow your child to transport medication. The health office cannot and will not administer any medication in a baggy, paper towel, etc. This is for your child’s safety and is against school policy for medications. 
• Acetaminophen or ibuprofen may be administered with parental/guardian permission and at the discretion of the school nurse. Please remember to provide permission for the administration of these medicines via the SNAP Parent Health Portal.

Illnesses

Please keep your child at home if he/she has any one of the following symptoms: 

• Temperature of 100 degrees or more
•  Vomiting or diarrhea
•  Persistent hacking cough or thick nasal drainage
•  Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

Immunizations

State Law requires every student who intends to enroll in a public school to provide evidence of a successful vaccination history. At various ages, different vaccinations are necessary for enrollment. Should you have a question regarding the immunizations necessary for your child, please contact your School Nurse. These can also be found at Health Services / Immunizations.

The following illnesses require 24 hours of an antibiotic before returning to school: 

• Strep throat
• Scarlet fever
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

Pediculosis (Lice)

If a child is suspected of having pediculosis (lice), the School Nurse will examine the suspected child and siblings. When head lice are found, the School Nurse will contact the parent of the child and provide educational materials concerning treatment and environmental control. Following treatment (this includes use of pediculicidal agent and nit removal), the School Nurse will examine your child’s head. Proof of treatment (pediculicidal agent or prescription packaging) must be provided to the School Nurse. Parents of the building will be notified via an Email Blast of the lice identification. Class or grade level will not be identified in the message. 

 Lice Facts 

• Incubation: Eggs of lice hatch in one week and maturity is reached in 8-10 days. 
• Symptoms: Irritation and itching of the scalp; presence of small light gray insects and/or their eggs (nits) which are attached to the base of the hairs and do not come off easily. 
• Methods of Spread: Direct contact with an infected person and indirect contact with their personal belongings, especially headgear. Lice do not jump. 
• Period of Communicability: While lice or nits remain alive on the infested person or belongings. 
• Other information: Lice have nothing to do with the cleanliness of one’s home, nor live on pets.

While lice are a nuisance, they are not life threatening. The District’s goals are for head lice to have minimal disruption to students’ educational experiences and minimize the stigmatizing impact on students and families.

All students have access to the Internet. The internet is accessible through their iPads. All students are expected to follow the North Allegheny Acceptable Use Policy when using technology at school. Policy 224.1

As part of our NASD Strategic/Comprehensive Plan and continued commitment to providing innovative and effective learning experiences, students in grades K-12 may be given access to district-approved generative AI tools (such as writing assistants, content generators, and tutoring aids) to support instruction, creativity, and productivity. These tools are carefully vetted by the district to ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and instructional standards. As students engage in our classroom learning experiences and instructional programs, families understand that their child may use district-approved learning tools under the guidance of a teacher and in accordance with district policies, including alignment with Board Policy 224.1 Responsible Computer, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Use.

Students are expected to use school-issued devices responsibly and only for educational purposes. Students will be restricted from accessing apps and websites that encourage passive consumption of digital content (e.g., video streaming, gamified content). Violations such as visiting inappropriate sites, attempting to bypass district content restrictions, or damaging devices may result in restricted access or disciplinary action.

Use of District-Approved Generative AI Tools

As part of our NASD Strategic/Comprehensive Plan and continued commitment to providing innovative and effective learning experiences, students in grades K-12 may be given access to district-approved generative AI tools (such as writing assistants, content generators, and tutoring aids) to support instruction, creativity, and productivity. These tools are carefully vetted by the district to ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and instructional standards. As students engage in our classroom learning experiences and instructional programs, families understand that their child may use district-approved learning tools under the guidance of a teacher and in accordance with district policies, including alignment with Board Policy 224.1 Responsible Computer, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Use.

Unclaimed items are placed in a school’s Lost and Found area. Parents and students should check it periodically. Labeling items with names is encouraged to ensure a prompt return. 

The 2026-2027 officers can be contacted at bwepfa@gmail.com.

This year’s officers are: 

President: Sarah King 

Vice-President: Katie Kennah

Secretary: Sarah Johnson

Treasurer: Amanda Padavan 

Technology Team:  Phil Burdette & Luiz Barreto

Technology: 

The Parent-Faculty Association (PFA) is a working organization that provides volunteers and funds for programs that enhance the educational opportunities offered to our children. It is not a lobbying or political group, nor does it direct any of the administrative activities of the school. PFA members provide support services to all students at BWE through committees, whose activities and programs are approved by the school principal.  Speakers and assemblies, field trips, playground and building supplies, homeroom parties, scholarships, staff appreciation, birthday books, and the publishing center are just some of the services provided or assisted by the PFA organization.

While all families are encouraged to support the school by paying their family activity fee of $30. This fee helps cover events and experiences for all students, such as transportation for field trips, Field Day, and assemblies. Members are not required to attend a certain number of meetings or volunteer for specific projects.  Participation in any PFA projects or events is a voluntary family choice.

Visit BWE PFA’s website

The Bradford Woods students and staff have adopted a positive approach to behavior and building our school community. Students have been introduced to our school’s four expectations:

P—Personal Best

A—Acts Responsibly 

W—Wise Choices

S—Shows Respect

Students are taught specifically how these four expectations look in different school environments, such as the cafeteria, playground, hallway, classroom, bus line, bathrooms, etc. Teachers and staff are always on the lookout for students who are exhibiting our PAWS behaviors, and if caught, they are given a PAWS ticket to celebrate their positive behavior. Students use their tickets in both weekly and monthly drawings for different prizes and incentives. 

Posters are all over the building and in various areas to remind students daily of our PAWS rules.In the event that students are not following the expectations set forth by the PAWS program, the next level of intervention would be for students to fill out a “Think Sheet”. Continued misbehavior would be handled using the North Allegheny Code of Conduct.

Report cards are issued quarterly. Families can access grades through their Powerschool portal. Report cards will be available at the end of each nine week period for grades 1–5. Kindergarten students receive report cards at the end of each semester.

The district has implemented a Student Information System called PowerSchool. An electronic Parent Portal is available, providing parents a web-based gradebook and reporting system with access to student records, schedule and academic performance, as well as the opportunity to update demographic and contact information.

If a parent/guardian or student detects a discrepancy in grade of attendance information, this issue should be addressed with the Teacher of Record for the class in question as soon as possible. Inaccuracies in demographic/contact information can be corrected through the student’s building administrative or office staff.

Typically, assignment scores/grades are posted within five (5) school days of the return of the assignment, with some exceptions based on the complexity of the assignment and/or project. The information provided through PowerSchool SIS’s Parent Portal is not in final form and is subject to change and correction.

All visitors must report to the office, register with Raptor, show ID, and wear a visitor badge. Visits should be pre-arranged and may be limited during testing or other sensitive times. Volunteer clearances are required for classroom or field trip involvement.

The North Allegheny School District strictly prohibits the possession or storage of weapons by students on school property. This is detailed in School Board Policy 218.1. For the purpose of this policy, the definition of a weapon also includes weapon “look-alikes.” The district’s Code of Conduct will be strictly adhered to if a weapon is brought to school.

Each Friday afternoon families will receive an email containing our weekly newsletter, BWE News & Notes.  Please be sure to make a habit of reviewing this document weekly in its entirety, as this is our school’s primary way of communicating important information to our families. 

Parent/guardian email addresses are collected at the time of registration and are used to share district and building-level communications, and to provide updates from the district’s online gradebook and student information system. It is important for parents/guardians to update any changes in their email address by contacting the building secretary.