Please see the link below for PSSA testing information for McKnight. Additional information and resources will be coming from the District.

Grades 1-5 will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1. On that day, PM Kindergarten students will attend with pickup at 11:45 a.m. PM Kindergarten students will not be provided bussing home. AM Kindergarten students do not attend school on April 1.

We love the excitement around these SPRING BREAK FUN KITS!

Ordering has closed for the canvas kits - BUT - taco kits can be ordered until noon on Tuesday, March 30!

The order forms with further details are up on our website and we are ready for your orders!

Pick-up for cookie kits, paintings, and taco kits will be Thursday, April 1, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at McKnight.

Taco kits include 12 soft flour tortillas, your choice of two proteins, lettuce, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, southwest seasoned rice, black beans, sour cream, and a bowl of queso to share. As usual, the chips and salsa are included!

The PFA candy sale is back, giving you an easy way to deliciously fill those Easter baskets while supporting your PFA at the same time! Please remember that participation in all McKnight PFA fundraisers is voluntary, but we appreciate your support. Proceeds help fund assemblies, field trips, classroom projects, school events, and so much more.

Our fundraiser will be entirely online this year! All orders ship directly to you and must be placed by Monday, March 29.

To place an order, please click here. Our online order code is 10-1013. Our code can be shared with family and friends for easy purchasing!

Questions? Please contact Allison Devers.

Thank you for supporting your McKnight PFA!

We are excited to continue our partnership between McKnight Elementary and the Educational Partnership. This organization provides school supplies to students and teachers of economically challenged schools. McKnight will once again be participating in the “Students 2 Students Program” which empowers students to help underprivileged children in their community.

Below are the meeting minutes and Dr. Shute's Presentation from our March meeting. Mark your calendar as our next virtual PFA meeting will be Wednesday, April 7 at 9:30 a.m.

March 30 - Spring Picture Day

April 1 - In-Service Half Day (Classes held in the morning)

April 2 - No School (Spring Break)

April 5 - No School (In-Service Day)

All third, fourth, and fifth grade students in Pennsylvania are required to participate in the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. Fourth graders are also required to participate in the Science PSSA.

Please review the detailed information on the upcoming assessments.

Join North Allegheny School district for an important discussion about mental health and the resources available. To RSVP, submit a question, learn more about the speakers, and receive a link to attend, visit www.northallegheny.org/mentalhealthpanel.

North Allegheny TigerThon will provide your kids with a personal Easter Egg Hunt in your own yard! Members of NA TigerThon will hide candy-filled eggs in your yard on Saturday, April 3 after dark. Click here for more details!

NAI Custodian, Mike Heiry was named a top 10 finalist in the 2021 Cintas Custodian of the Year Contest. Over 2,000 custodians were nominated in this nationwide contest. Custodians are the glue that holds many schools together, and we feel honored to work with Mr. Heiry. From now through April 16, we encourage you to vote for Mike here! The greatest number of public votes determines the winner of the 2021 Custodian of the Year contest.

Enjoy dinner and treats from area business in the comfort of your own home while supporting North Allegheny teachers, schools, and students! The Taste of NA @Home Box includes two 10-ounce beef filets, orzo with chicken stock, parmesan and seasonings, broccoli/asparagus, apple sauce, and a variety of two desserts. A vegetarian box offers a vegetable lasagna kit, apple sauce, and a variety of two desserts.

The first 50 boxes include a NA Foundation Wine Tumbler! Auction items include U2 signed guitar, Crafty Kids basket, and NA Alumni Spirit.

The North Allegheny School District Human Resources Department is launching a Facebook page to recruit talent. Through this page, the District will share information about a variety of employment opportunities including teaching positions, administrative appointments, and other professions that are critical to the operations of North Allegheny. Like, share, and follow to learn how you can Be the Difference.

The NA Summer Academy is back for 2021! Session 1 is scheduled for June 21-July 2 from 9:00-11:30 a.m. each day. Registration information will be sent out in early April.