Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy

Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy serves sixth through eighth grade students in the Woodland Hills School District.
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Stay up to date with news and accomplishments from our school! Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy is a six through eighth grade school with approximately 742 students. There are 28 homeroom classrooms, two autistic support classes, two learning support classes and two emotional support classes as well as gifted classes, speech, vision, and hearing support. In addition to core academic subjects, th

e children receive physical education, art, music and library. Technology is an integrated part of instruction with interactive Promethean boards, computers in the classrooms, I-pads, and Chromebooks are available for student use. Dickson students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including chorus, band, the Student Leadership Group, the Media Club, and orchestra. The Woodland Hills School District was formed in July, 1981, and is located in the eastern portion of Allegheny County, approximately eight miles east of the City of Pittsburgh. The school district covers 13-1/2 square miles and includes the communities of Braddock, Braddock Hills, Chalfant, Churchill, East Pittsburgh, Edgewood, Forest Hills, North Braddock, Rankin, Swissvale, Turtle Creek and Wilkins Township. The school district is part of the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. Geographically, Woodland Hills is bounded by the Monongahela River on the south and the City of Pittsburgh to the west. The Penn-Lincoln Parkway passes through the northern portion of the school district and supplies easy access to downtown Pittsburgh and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Route 30 is a major east-west traffic artery which passes through the center of the school district. The entire area is served by the Port Authority of Allegheny County, which provides bus transportation to surrounding areas as well as within the school district community. Although composed of 12 municipalities, the school district is a comprehensive community that can provide for a variety of individual needs in housing, employment and social activities. There are over 21,000 residences located within the school district boundaries. The district is primarily a residential community and many residents look to the metropolitan Pittsburgh area for employment, entertainment and social activities. The close proximity of the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University also provide residents with access to numerous educational and cultural activities. The district serves approximately 3,500 students yearly, providing them with a wide array of education and extra-curricular opportunities to develop academically, athletically and socially. Woodland Hills is dedicated to excellence in the classroom, with the primary emphasis placed on quality instruction and student achievement. Additionally, the district is committed to developing community support and citizen involvement within the district.

This is the third and final post featuring photos from the eighth grade promotion ceremony. Check our page for the other...
05/28/2026

This is the third and final post featuring photos from the eighth grade promotion ceremony. Check our page for the other two posts featuring additional photos!

This is the second of three posts featuring the eighth grade promotion ceremony. Check our page for the other two posts ...
05/28/2026

This is the second of three posts featuring the eighth grade promotion ceremony. Check our page for the other two posts featuring additional photos!

Congratulations to the future Woodland Hills Class of 2030!Eighth graders from Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy are off...
05/28/2026

Congratulations to the future Woodland Hills Class of 2030!

Eighth graders from Dickson Preparatory STEAM Academy are officially on their way to becoming high school students following their promotion ceremony on Wednesday, May 27. Students were joined by their families, friends, and loved ones as they packed the high school auditorium for the festivities.

The evening opened with a performance of "The Star Spangled Banner" and the Woodland Hills alma mater by the eighth grade choir.

Class President Samantha Burgh and Vice President Bella Colaguori each shared a few words with their classmates, as they congratulated everyone on their success and offered words of encouragement for the leap to ninth grade.

Students were then presented with their promotion certificates by Principal Mr. Joshua Manning, Assistant Principal Mr. Jack Howell, and Assistant Principal Ms. Rashawnda Randolph.

If you missed the ceremony, our archived livestream is available for you to watch here - https://youtube.com/live/9jP0lfmA96A?feature=share

Each student who received a certificate had their photo taken. The first batch of photos is included with this post. Additional posts will follow with more photos of the students. The photos are also available by reaching out to the Dickson administration.

Congratulations Dickson Class of 2026 and Woodland Hills High School future Class of 2030!

Congratulations to gifted student Maeve on her outstanding achievement of winning first place in the ESSPA Creative Writ...
05/22/2026

Congratulations to gifted student Maeve on her outstanding achievement of winning first place in the ESSPA Creative Writing Contest for middle school! Her poem, "The Tale of the Old Tree," demonstrates exceptional talent and creativity. We are very proud of her!

Dr. Tyi-Sanna Jones of Open Up Yoga recently led an engaging and restorative yoga class at Dickson, where 6th and 7th gr...
05/22/2026

Dr. Tyi-Sanna Jones of Open Up Yoga recently led an engaging and restorative yoga class at Dickson, where 6th and 7th grade students explored healthy coping skills and calming practices to support their overall well-being.

Through guided movement, mindful breathing, and relaxation techniques, participants learned practical strategies for managing stress, improving focus, and building emotional resilience.

The session encouraged students to slow down, connect with their bodies and minds, and discover positive ways to navigate everyday challenges both inside and outside the classroom.

The seventh grade orchestra, choir, and band had the honors of closing out the WHSD Department of Music spring concert s...
05/21/2026

The seventh grade orchestra, choir, and band had the honors of closing out the WHSD Department of Music spring concert season with the second half of Wednesday's concert at the high school.

Under the direction of Mr. Evan Reichenfeld, the orchestra opened the show with a piece that had three distinct movements. "Three Scenes from a Green Valley" by William G. Harbinson challenged the students to play in different tempos and tons to create distinct atmospheres in each segment. The orchestra finished with the dramatic "Haunted Carousel" and "Medieval Wars."

Mr. Reichenfeld and the choir were up next, and their four selections were all hits. "Count on Me" was a chart-topper by Bruno Mars, while "Angel of Music/Phantom of the Opera" are instantly recognizable from the classic "Phantom of the Opera." "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" remains beloved decades after it was released and it had the audience clapping along. The final song was Michael Jackson's reflective "Man in the Mirror."

The band stepped onto the stage to close out the show. Under the direction of Mr. Kevin Varga, the band played four selections that showed off the depth of their sound. "Rhythmania" had them clapping and stomping along with their instruments, while "Through the Mist" was light and airy. The band finished with MIchael Kamuf's "Allegory" and "Terracotta" by William Owens.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students on Wednesday and all throughout the spring concert season!

The sixth grade orchestra, chorus, and band put on a fantastic show Wednesday night to the delight of a packed auditoriu...
05/21/2026

The sixth grade orchestra, chorus, and band put on a fantastic show Wednesday night to the delight of a packed auditorium at the high school.

Under the direction of Mr. Evan Reichenfeld, the orchestra opened the evening with three selections that helped showcase just how far these young musicians have come since the beginning of the year. The orchestra began with "Rhythm and Blues" by Soon Hee Newbold, which was followed by "Susquehanna River Pirates" by Tim Thompson. It closed with "Dragonhunter" by Richard Meyer.

Ms. Katie Miller and the sixth grade chorus took the stage next and began with a piece that contained three separate movements. "Tre Canciones de los Elementos" by Victor C. Johnson featured segments devoted to the wind, to rain, and to fire. Kermit's favorite song, "The Rainbow Connection" from "The Muppet Movie," was up next. The chorus finished with a performance of "Everybody Rejoice" from "The Wiz."

The sixth grade band and Mr. Kevin Varga wrapped up the performance with three songs. The thunderous "Storm Chasing" by William Owens came first, followed by "Danza de Espana" by Carol Britten Chambers. The band concluded with "Red Comet" by Michael Oare.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the sixth grade orchestra, chorus, and band. Your support of the WHSD Department of Music is greatly appreciated!

This year, as an incentive to put forth good effort on the PSSA's, students were eligible to partake in a Rita's Italian...
05/18/2026

This year, as an incentive to put forth good effort on the PSSA's, students were eligible to partake in a Rita's Italian Ice social.

Friday wrapped up two days of Rita's Italian Ice socials where students had the opportunity to sing along to some music and even try out their karaoke skills!

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the Best of the Batch Foundation for visiting Dickson Middle School and generously pr...
05/18/2026

We extend a heartfelt thank you to the Best of the Batch Foundation for visiting Dickson Middle School and generously providing our students with hygiene products. Your kindness, support, and commitment to empowering youth truly make a difference in the lives of our students and school community.

We are incredibly grateful for community partnerships that help ensure our students feel confident, cared for, and supported both inside and outside of the classroom. Thank you for investing in our scholars and showing them they are valued! 💙

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