Be sure to read the Excellence Newsletter for this week's dose of news, events, and important information! #KOProud

Monday, May 16, 2022

Reminder: No School for Students on May 17

Please mark your calendars for these upcoming school closures, early dismissals, and last day of school details. 

• Due to Primary Election Day, there is no school for students on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. There will be professional development for staff on this date. 

• Students will be dismissed from school early on Friday, May 27, 2022. Dismissal times for each building are: 

  • Aiken Elementary School - 11:35 a.m.

  • Dormont Elementary School - 11:25 a.m.

  • Myrtle Elementary School - 11:50 a.m.

  • Keystone Oaks Middle & High School - 11:00 a.m.

• Keystone Oaks is closed on Monday, May 30, 2022 in observance of Memorial Day. Classes and regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. 

• The last day of school for students is Thursday, June 9, 2022. Students will be dismissed from school early (same times as above) on this day. 

For Parkway West CTC students:

• Graduation for Parkway West CTC students is scheduled for Wednesday, May 18, 2022. 

• The last day of classes for Parkway West CTC students in grades 9-11 is Thursday, May 26, 2022. 

• On days when Parkway students must report to Keystone Oaks for afternoon classes, students will follow the transportation schedule available on the District’s website: https://www.kosd.org/BuildingsGroundsTransportation.aspx

Three varsity athletic teams to compete in WPIAL playoffs this week

Congratulations to Keystone Oaks High School's varsity baseball, softball and boys volleyball teams, who will compete in the WPIAL playoffs this week. All tickets are $7 at the gate. There are three opportunities to cheer on the Golden Eagles! 

Baseball - Keystone Oaks vs. Mohawk

Tuesday, May 17
7pm at Seneca Valley HS

Softball  - Keystone Oaks vs. Valley

Tuesday, May 17
3 pm at Plum HS

Volleyball - Keystone Oaks vs. Gateway

Tuesday, May 17
7:30 pm at Gateway High School 

Middle School spring music concert slated for May 19

The Keystone Oaks community is invited to join us this Thursday, May 19 for our annual Middle School Spring Music Concert. Beginning at 7 pm in the Michael A. Callara Auditorium, you'll be able to enjoy our talented student instrumentalists in the Middle School Band and Orchestra and vocalists in the Middle School Chorus. 

Be sure to spend a few minutes browsing student artwork, which will be on display in the Middle School Lobby. 

Current Keystone Oaks job opportunities, Kelly Services job fair

The Keystone Oaks School District has several job openings for professional positions for the 2022-2023 school year. Current openings include:

• Secondary Mental Health Therapist
• Certified School Nurse
• High School Math Teacher
• Elementary Music Teacher
• Middle School Counselor
• Elementary School Librarian

Please click here for additional details and for job descriptions. 

Additionally, Kelly Services, which works to fill a variety of substitute positions at Keystone Oaks, is hosting a hiring event on June 15 between 10 am and 1 pm at Keystone Oaks High School. Available substitute positions include teachers, paraprofessionals, clerical staff, and food service employees. Click here to reserve a timeslot for immediate consideration and to begin the hiring process. 

Details for Board of School Directors May Meetings

The Keystone Oaks Board of School Directors will hold their monthly Business/Legislative Meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. 

The meeting will begin at 7 pm and will be held in the Board Room, which is located on the lower level of Keystone Oaks High School at 1000 Kelton Avenue Pittsburgh, PA, 15216. 

All public comment must be made in-person during the meeting. There are no limits on the number of individuals who may attend the meeting in person.

Meeting agendas  will be posted on the District's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.  

The District will continue to broadcast both the Work Session and the Business/Legislative Meetings live on the  District’s YouTube page.  

Support KOHS' first mini-thon event!

Keystone Oaks High School's newest club, Family, Career, and Communtiy Leaders of America (FCCLA), is planning to host the school's first-ever Mini-Thon event during the 2022-2023 school year and their fundraising efforts start now! 

You can support the FCCLA's endeavors by enjoying an afternoon at Top Golf in South Fayette on Sunday, June 12. Click here to download the flyer:  Top Golf Fundraiser

You can also register now to participate in FCCLA's Fall Craft & Vendor Show on Sunday, September 25 at Keystone Oaks High School. More details are available in this flyer:  Fall Craft & Vendor Show

In advance, thank you for your support! 

From the Desk of Mr. Linnert

Important news and updates from Keystone Oaks High School

Dear Keystone Oaks High School Students, Families and Staff, 

I hope that your week is off to a great start. Please see below for a few important updates from Keystone Oaks High School:

National Honor Society Induction

Keystone Oaks High School's National Honor Society Induction will take place on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 beginning at 6:30 pm in the Michael A. Callara Auditorium. All new and current members should plan to attend. 

Congratulations, Owen!

Last week, Owen Mindford became the latest senior to commit to playing sports at the collegiate level. Owen will attend Penn State Behrend, where he will play basketball. We wish you the best of luck in your athletic and academic endeavors! 

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Spring Keystone Exam Testing
Spring Keystone Exam testing began today and will continue through May 24, according to the following schedule:

• Algebra: May 16 & 18
• Biology: May 19 & 20
• Literature: May 23 & 24

On each day of testing, Keystone Oaks High School will operate on a two-hour delay schedule. Students testing should take their regularly scheduled transportation to school in the morning. Students that are not testing may enter the building at 9:20 a.m. using their own transportation methods. Students who are not testing and unable to be transported at the later start time may report to the high school at their normal time and scheduled transportation. Those students will report to the cafeteria for study hall until the school day officially begins. 

Clubs & Activities

The following after-school activities are scheduled to take place this week:  

• FCCLA. Wednesday, May 18. After school. Room 194. Any student interested in joining to help plan for Mini-THON is welcome to attend. Officer nominations will also take place during this meeting, so please plan to attend. 
• Girls Varsity Tennis. Tuesday, May 17. 2:40 pm. High School Cafeteria. Any girls currently in grades 8 through 11 interested in playing tennis should plan to attend. 

Thank you for your time and support.

Mr. Michael Linnert
Principal
Keystone Oaks High School

District Events 

• No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff - Tuesday, May 17
• Board of School Directors Business/Legislative Meeting - Tuesday, May 17
• Early Dismissal - Friday, May 27
• Keystone Oaks Closed - Monday, May 30

Agendas for the School Board Meetings are posted online at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Additional details on how to attend meetings, submit public comment, and watch meetings online is available on the District's website. 

Gold & White Days

Every Friday is Gold & White Day! Don't forget to wear your favorite Keystone Oaks gear to show your Golden Eagles pride! 

Varsity Athletic Schedules

Don't miss any opportunities to show your Golden Eagles spirit and to show your pride for our varsity athletes! Schedules are available on the Athletic Department's website:  https://kogoldeneagles.co m

Sign up before May 23 for high school fall sports

It is time to sign up for fall sports! Sign-ups are due by Monday, May 23, 2022 so that the athletic trainers can begin impact testing in June. Impact testing is for students entering 7th grade, 9th grade, and 11th grade during the 2022-2023 school year. While any student who is interested in playing a fall sport should fill out the form by May 23, impact testing will be conducted on those who are playing football, soccer or volleyball.

High School Sports
Please fill out the Google Form, using your child's school Chromebook and kosd.org email. If your child is playing multiple sports, please fill out the form one time for each sport that they are playing. A parent/guardian email address is also required so that information regarding FamilyID and conditioning can be shared. Fall sports that are available for students in grades 9-12 are Football, Cross Country, Golf, Girls Tennis, Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer, and Girls Soccer.
 
Please click here to fill out the form for High School sports:  https://forms.gle/dVBdRteL7pALKZ3f6

If you have any questions, please reach out to Keystone Oaks Athletic Director Mark Elphinstone at  elphinstone@kosd.org.

From the Desk of Dr. Kattan

News and updates from Keystone Oaks Middle School

KOMS Families, Students, and Staff,

I hope that your week is off to a great start. Please see below for a few important reminders:

Spring Art Show and Music Concert
The annual Middle School Spring Music Concert and Art Show will take place this Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 7:00 PM. Everyone is invited to see the amazing art work of the students and to hear their talent in Band, Chorus and Orchestra. We hope that you'll join us to celebrate our students' accomplishments! 

Our Middle School Book Fair will also be set up this evening for families to browse. Please be sure to stop by and stock up on books to read this summer! 
 

5th Grade Social
The Middle School will be hosting the 5th grade this coming Friday, May 20, 2022 for a social. This will be from 7:00-8:30 PM.
 

8th Grade Social

Please save the date of Friday, June 3 for the 8th grade end of year social. The location will be at the Dormont Rec Center from 7:00-9:00. See below for more details:

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Activities Calendar

Please use this link for a calendar view of Middle School activities that are scheduled for each month. This week's activities include:

• Music Concert Dress Rehearsal. Wednesday, May 18. 2:45 - 5 pm. 
• Girls Intramurals. Wednesday, May 18. 2:45 - 3:45 pm

#FeelGoodFriday

Be sure to check our school counselors' Google Classroom sites for the latest #FeelGoodFriday resources. 

Have a great week! 

Dr. Jeff Kattan
Principal
Keystone Oaks Middle School

District Events

• No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff - Tuesday, May 17
• Board of School Directors Business/Legislative Meeting - Tuesday, May 17
• Early Dismissal - Friday, May 27
• Keystone Oaks Closed - Monday, May 30

Agendas for the School Board Meetings are posted online at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Additional details on how to attend meetings, submit public comment, and watch meetings online is available on the District's website. 

Gold & White Days

Every Friday is Gold & White Day! Don't forget to wear your favorite Keystone Oaks gear to show your Golden Eagles pride! 

Middle School Athletic Schedules

Don't miss any opportunities to show your Golden Eagles spirit and to show your pride for our middle school athletes! Schedules are available on the Athletic Department's website:  https://kogoldeneagles.c om

Sign up before May 23 for middle school fall sports

It is time to sign up for fall sports! Sign-ups are due by Monday, May 23, 2022 so that the athletic trainers can begin impact testing in June. Impact testing is for students entering 7th grade, 9th grade, and 11th grade during the 2022-2023 school year. While any student who is interested in playing a fall sport should fill out the form by May 23, impact testing will be conducted on those who are playing football, soccer or volleyball.

Middle School Sports
Please fill out the Google Form, using your child's school Chromebook and kosd.org email. If your child is playing multiple sports, please fill out the form one time for each sport that they are playing. A parent/guardian email address is also required so that information regarding FamilyID and conditioning can be shared. Fall sports that are available for students in grades 7-8 are Football, Cross Country, Swim, Boys Soccer, and Girls Soccer. 

Please click here to fill out the form for Middle School sports:  https://forms.gle/hZ3VUupvZRezuoLx6

If you have any questions, please reach out to Keystone Oaks Athletic Director Mark Elphinstone at  elphinstone@kosd.org.

From the Desk of Mr. Thomas

Dear Aiken Elementary Students, Staff and Families, 

We are set to SOAR for another fun week at Aiken, here are some updates: 

PFO Presents Aiken Color Week

Last week, your child heard from their 5th grade captain and found out which “color team“ their homeroom is a part of. The Aiken Color SOAR Week will be the week after Memorial Day and is going to be lots of fun for our students. Please make sure your child is turning in their Color run waiver and getting those pledges!  If you have any questions, reach out to the Aiken PFO at aikenpfokosd@gmail.com.

Save the Dates!

Here are a few dates to note as we approach the “May-hem” that is the excitement of the end of the school year: 

• Tuesday 5/17 - No School - In-Service Day
• Thursday 5/26 – 5th Grade Field Day Event (@ KOHS) 
• Friday 5/27 – Early Dismissal - 11:35 dismissal
• Monday 5/30 – No School – Memorial Day
• Tuesday 5/31 – PFO Fun Week kick-off & 5th grade kickball game vs teachers – 2:00
• Wednesday 6/1 – PFO Fun Week Assembly – Nitrogen Ice Cream 
• Thursday 6/2 – PFO Fun Week Trivia Challenge and 5th grade Pool Party
• Friday 6/3 – PFO Fun DAY and PFO Color Run 
• Monday 6/6 – Kindergarten Graduation – 9:15
• Monday 6/6 - Grades 3-5 Pool Party
• Tuesday 6/7 – 5th Grade Graduation – 9:15
• Tuesday 6/7 - Grades K-2 Pool Party
• Wednesday 6/8 – 5th Grade Move Up Day to MS
• Thursday 6/9 – Last Day of School (PFO Color Run Rain Date) 

That’s about it for this week. Thank you for your continued support of Aiken Elementary School. If we can be of any service, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
 

Have a wonderful week,
Mr. Thomas 

District Events  

• No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff - Tuesday, May 17
• Board of School Directors Business/Legislative Meeting - Tuesday, May 17
• Early Dismissal - Friday, May 27
• Keystone Oaks Closed - Monday, May 30

Agendas for the School Board Meetings are posted online at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Additional details on how to attend meetings, submit public comment, and watch meetings online is available on the District's website. 

Gold & White Days

Every Friday is Gold & White Day! Don't forget to wear your favorite Keystone Oaks gear to show your Golden Eagles pride! 

From the Desk of Mr. Werner

Important news and updates from Dormont Elementary School

Happy Monday Dormont Students, Staff and Families, 

Please read this week's newsletter for a few important updates from Dormont Elementary School: 

Field Day
Just a reminder: Our Field Day is coming up on Friday, June 2nd. Here is the l ink for the permission form. If you are interested in volunteering, please click here to sign up. 

BOGO Book Fair

Our BOGO Book Fair is coming up this week.  On Thursday, May 19th, it will be Walk Your Child to School Day for Dormont Elementary School.  Walk your child to school, buy some books for summer reading, and enjoy our 5th Grade Coffee Stand. If you drive your child to school, you are more than welcome to stop by the book fair. You will be required to park in the lower lot. We are looking forward to seeing you!

Mark your Calendar

We have lots of excitement happening at Dormont in these final weeks of the school year.  Here are some important dates for you: 

• Tuesday 5/17 - No School - In-Service Day
• Friday 5/20 - Career Day
• Thursday 5/26 – 5th Grade Field Day Event (@ KOHS) 
• Friday 5/27 – Early Dismissal - 11:25 dismissal
• Monday 5/30 – No School – Memorial Day
• Thursday 6/2 – 5th grade Pool Party
• Friday 6/3 – Field Day 
• Tuesday 6/7 – 5th Grade Graduation – 1:45
• Wednesday 6/8 - Kindergarten Graduation - 9:30
• Wednesday 6/8 – 5th Grade Move Up Day to MS
• Thursday 6/9 – Last Day of School – Early Dismissal - 11:2 5

Principal's Positive Behavior Club

Congratulations to the following students who were part of the Principal’s Positive Behavior Club:  Amaya B., Dominic L., Allie K., Ella L., Garrett C., Bennett M., Marshal D., Hazel P., Cecelia O., Clara N., Clark K., Lucy D., Alayna L., Joey H., Zoey J., Quinny N., and Landon H. The children have won a free Blizzard from Dairy Queen on McFarland!  Enjoy!

That’s about it for this week. Thank you for your continued support of Dormont Elementary School. If we can be of any service, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

Have a great week,

Mr. Brian Werner

Principal

Dormont Elementary School

District Events  

Agendas for the School Board Meetings are posted online at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Additional details on how to attend meetings, submit public comment, and watch meetings online is available on the District's website. 

• No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff - Tuesday, May 17
• Board of School Directors Business/Legislative Meeting - Tuesday, May 17
• Early Dismissal - Friday, May 27
• Keystone Oaks Closed - Monday, May 30

Gold & White Days

Every Friday is Gold & White Day! Don't forget to wear your favorite Keystone Oaks gear to show your Golden Eagles pride.

From the Desk of Mr. Mizikar

Important news and updates from Myrtle Elementary School

Hello Myrtle Students, Staff and Families,

I hope that your week is off to a great start. As we approach the final few weeks of school, I encourage you to mark your calendars for these important end-of-year events. We look forward to seeing you! 

• Tuesday 5/17 - No School - In-Service Day
• Thursday 5/26 – 5th Grade Field Day Event (@ KOHS) 
• Friday 5/27 – Early Dismissal - 11:50 dismissal
• Monday 5/30 – No School – Memorial Day
• Friday 6/3 –MyrtlePalooza
• Tuesday 6/7 - 5th Grade DARE Graduation, 9 AM
• Tuesday 6/7 – 5th Grade Graduation, 1:30 PM
• Wednesday 6/8 - Kindergarten Graduation, 1:30 PM
• Wednesday 6/8 – 5th Grade Move Up Day to MS
• Thursday 6/9 – Last Day of School 11:50 Dismissal

Have a fantastic week!

Mr. Mizikar

District Events  

Agendas for the School Board Meetings are posted online at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Additional details on how to attend meetings, submit public comment, and watch meetings online is available on the District's website. 

• No School for Students / Professional Development for Staff - Tuesday, May 17
• Board of School Directors Work Session Meeting - Tuesday, May 10
• Board of School Directors Business/Legislative Meeting - Tuesday, May 17
• Early Dismissal - Friday, May 27
• Keystone Oaks Closed - Monday, May 30

Gold & White Days

Every Friday is Gold & White Day! Don't forget to wear your favorite Keystone Oaks gear to show your Golden Eagles pride!

Find Peachjar flyers on our website! 

Did you know that current Peachjar flyers are available on the district's website? If you can't locate a recent flyer in your inbox, try the links available on each school's page on the district's website: 

• Aiken Elementary School Peachjar Flyers
• Dormont Elementary School Peachjar Flyers
• Myrtle Elementary School Peachjar Flyers
• Keystone Oaks Middle School Peachjar Flyers
• Keystone Oaks High School Peachjar Flyers