Together for PR

10/21/2026

Read for Liberty PA, a project of the PA School Librarians Association, is partnering with Pennsylvania Red W**e and Blue to present an event focusing on intellectual freedom in our schools. It will be held Wednesday, Oct. 28 (next week!) at Northern Tier Regional Library — and will feature retired PR head librarian Beth Shenefiel. There will be refreshments, book give-aways, and more.

Please RSVP! Click the link in the comments section to get details and to sign up.

10/12/2026

Wow. If the board hadn't changed last year, PR would probably be looking for a new superintendent and assistant superintendent right now. We're grateful to everyone who voted last year and for being able to maintain the leadership that helped make us a top district in Allegheny County.

Check the comments for the link to watch the contract extension discussion. It's about 18 minutes of watch time.

09/21/2026

THIS is what school board meetings are *supposed* to look like. 34 minutes long. No drama. Thank you, Pine-Richland voters! Let's remember this in 2027 — FIVE School Board seats will be up for election.

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Pine-Richland School Board Meeting Recap (September 14, 2026)

Here is a summary of the key discussions and approvals from the September 14 session.

Strategic Priorities & Governance

Strategic Plan Overview: Dr. Miller presented a look back at the district's four-year strategic planning cycle (2027–2031) and highlighted the importance of narrowing the district's focus to drive meaningful change. The board will continue discussions in October.

Academic Updates: The board reviewed plans for upcoming joint governance meetings focusing on academic growth, program studies, and the staffing process.

Facilities & Finance

Paving Project Survey: The board previewed a motion for the October 5 meeting to approve a $40,245 contract with HF Lenz for geotechnical engineering and surveying services ahead of major upcoming paving repairs at the high school and middle school.

Vehicle Replacements: Discussions are underway to replace several aging district vehicles, including a 2011 dump truck and maintenance vans that have reached the end of their useful lives.

Project Change Orders: The board noted minor change orders, including $3,141.60 for auditorium HVAC ductwork to prevent condensation and $19,039 for middle school flooring levelers during asbestos abatement.

Student Services & Field Trips

Donations: The board gratefully accepted a used washer and dryer ($700 value) from the Eden Hall PTO for the life skills classroom, and three round tables ($8,338.54 value) from the Wexford Elementary PTO.

Upcoming Student Travel: Information was shared regarding upcoming student trips, including PMEA music events, a high school band and orchestra trip to Norfolk, Virginia, and an Air Force JROTC Raider competition in Ohio.

Personnel & Staffing

Vacancy Updates: Mr. Glickman shared positive news regarding support staff, noting that the district is down to just one and a half custodian vacancies and one remaining paraprofessional vacancy, putting the district within striking distance of being fully staffed.

08/06/2026

Here are screenshots of our recap of the 45-minute (!) school board meeting from Monday, August 3. This sure beats those 3-4 hour meetings from the past few years. 😉

07/23/2026

Scary stuff. Stay aware! 🧐

07/22/2026

Just a little reminder! :)

07/15/2026

Here are screenshots of our recap of the Monday, July 13, meeting of the Pine-Richland School Board.

07/11/2026

Know someone who might be interested?

Pine-Richland is hiring for several support staff positions, including paraprofessionals, custodians and cafeteria/recess monitors. We partner with@chartwellsk12 for food service positions, Pine-Richland STA for bus drivers and monitors, and for substitute roles.

Are you, or is someone you know, interested in great benefits, flexible schedules and making a difference in children's education? Learn more about all of our available positions at the link in our bio.

06/19/2026

“The lesson of Juneteenth is both of celebration and expectation, of freedom deferred but still sought and of the freedoms to come.” — Kevin Young, Director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture

06/12/2026

Here are screenshots of our recap of the June 8, 2026, PR School Board Meeting. Happy Weekending!