Quaker Valley School District

• Quaker Valley Junior Participates in National Geography and History Competitions
• Quaker Valley Middle School Students Participate in PMEA Jr. High District Orchestra
• Quaker Valley School District to receive state funds for high school dual credit enrollment opportunities
• Quaker Valley School Police Officer Recognized
• Spring break trip to New Orleans impacts Quaker Valley high schoolers

Contact Andrea Croft at crofta@qvsd.org with any questions.

• Times' Top Performances from last week: April 24-30
• WPIAL scholar-athlete award shines spotlight on Nora Johns’ remarkable Quarter Valley career

2023 Quaker Valley Basketball Camp

Quaker Valley Boys basketball Coach Mike Mastroianni and his staff and players will once again host summer basketball camps at Quaker Valley senior high school gymnasium. Camp week is Monday through Thursday June 12-15. All basketball campers entering grades K-3rd in the fall of 2023 will attend the 9am-10:30am “Little Quakers Summer Camp” session and all other campers in grades 4th-9th will attend the 11am-2pm Basketball Day Camp session. If you have any questions or need applications (camp applications linked below) contact Coach Mastroianni at 412-749-6007 or mastroiannim@qvsd.org

• Little Quakers Registration Form
• 4th-9th Grade Day Camp Registration Form

2023 Quaker Valley Cross Country Summer Camp

Students entering grades 3-9 in the fall are invited to the QV Cross Country summer camp run by QV Varsity Coach, Ryan Kelly and members of the QV coaching staff and team. The camp will occur Tuesday, June 6, 2023-Friday, June 9, 2023 (Tuesday, June 6, 2023, and Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in the afternoon from 3pm- 6pm while Thursday, June 8, 2023, and Friday, June 9, 2023, in the morning from 8am- 11am) at the QVMS track. The cost is $90 and includes a t-shirt (camp application must be received by Monday, May 15, 2023, to receive a t-shirt), simulated meets, running-based contests and games, detailed instruction with videos, teaching of fundamentals, guest speakers (Q.V. coaches and student athletes) and more! Click here to register. 

2023 Quaker Valley Track and Field Summer Camp

Students entering grades 3-9 in the fall are invited to the QV Cross Country summer camp run by QVMS Head Coach, Ryan Kelly and members of the QVHS and QVMS coaching staff and team. The camp will occur on Monday, June 19th, 2023, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, Thursday, June 22, 2023, and Friday, June 23, 2023, from 8-11am each day at the QVHS stadium. The cost is $90 and includes a t-shirt (camp application must be received by Monday, May 15, 2023, to receive a t-shirt), simulated meets, track-based contests in the areas of throwing, jumping, sprinting, and distance running), detailed instruction with videos, teaching of fundamentals, guest speakers (Q.V. coaches and student athletes) and more! Click here to register. 

Graduation announcements are now available for purchase. Order yours today!

The District is offering yard signs for purchase through John Doucette and the High School Yearbook.

Signs are $30 and will use your child's senior photo submitted to the Yearbook.

Quaker Valley School District is currently seeking two full-time administrative assistants at the District Office. The District offers competitive pay and benefits.

Applicants should have an associate's degree or relevant experience with accounting practices and/or education in a related field. Previous experience providing administrative and clerical support is preferred. Applicants should be familiar with basic office equipment, software, and procedures, and must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and positively with school administrators, staff and faculty, vendors, and the public.

Administrative Assistant - Curriculum/Instruction and Technology

• Maintains multiple departments' financial accounts and vendor communications
• Prepares purchase orders and ensures that proper inventory control is maintained
• Assist with the budget process for high-volume departments
• Performs expenditure review and verification for multiple high-volume purchases

Administrative Assistant - Business Office/Accounts Payable

• Maintains accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor communications
• Coordinates bidding and procurement functions
• Assists with the budget process
• Performs general ledger coding and expenditure review and verification
• Assists with insurance and other business and general accounting tasks
• Provides administrative and clerical support to the business administrators for finance/accounting and operational areas as needed.

Interested in spending some time with our students? QVSD is hiring!

• Bus Drivers
• Cafeteria Workers
• Substitute Teachers
• Substitute Nurses
• Paraprofessionals

The events and programs included in this section are operating independently of the Quaker Valley School District. The distribution of this information does not indicate endorsement or sponsorship by the District.

Barclay Etiquette and Ballroom Dancing Classes in Sewickley 

Boys and Girls in grades 3 - 8 use dancing, fun and games to learn table manners, party and dancing etiquette, manners for personal electronics, and kind and respectful behavior in social situations. Classes meet one Thursday every month through May at the Edgeworth Club, 511 East Drive Sewickley, PA. Class dates: 5/18.

Class Times:

• 3^rd - 4^th grade meets 4:15pm – 5:15pm. 
• 5^th – 8^th grade meets 5:45pm – 6:45pm.

For more information www.thebarclayclasses.com. FOR ENROLLMENT INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: enroll@thebarclayclasses.com or call 908-232-8370.

Attention Middle School Students: Do you love science? Join educators from Fern Hollow Nature Center twice a month as we explore the world of watersheds and environmental science through hands-on experiments and research-based exploration. This after-school program is free and open to sixth to eighth-grade students. The program allows students to create connections between ecological impacts and data collection in the classroom. The program is offered at the middle school from 3:05-4:30 on May 17th. Pre Registration is required. For more information or to register, please email info@fhnc.org, subject MS Creekers.

Nature Night Out Spring 2023 dates released! NNO is a Friday night drop-off event for children ages 5 to 10. Participants will take hikes, do some crafts and have a fun evening of exploration. Friday, May 12th from 6 to 9pm for children ages 5 to 10. Enjoy a night out on the town while we entertain the kids! We will take hikes, do some crafts and have a fun evening of exploration. Bring a peanut free snack and enjoy some outdoor time with friends! Registration required.

Kids' Community Closet Summer Hours

The Kids' Community Closet will be open this summer on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. We are a "free-cycle" community space to share kids' clothing (birth through pre-teen). All clothing is free, and there are no applications, income requirements, or donations necessary to "shop". 

The Kids' Community Closet is located at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 616 Washington St., Sewickley, PA 15143. For more information, contact us at 412-741-8484 or stpaulssew@verizon.net. 

Laughlin Children's Center Now Offering Early Language and Literacy Evaluations- Register now to screen your child!

An Early Language and Literacy Evaluation (ELLE) helps to identify children 5-7 years of age who are at risk for dyslexia and would benefit from early identification and treatment. The testing includes speech sound skills, receptive and expressive language skills, and pre-reading skills.

We can prevent or reduce reading struggles in later grades by providing early, evidence-based intervention at the pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade levels.

Child-Adult Relationship Enhancement (CARE) Workshops

Please register for one of our popular and informative Care Workshops presented by Dr. Gail Mangan, a highly acclaimed Adolescent Psychologist.

CARE Workshops utilize the 3 P's – Praise, Paraphrase, and Point out to connect with children and promote positive child-adult relationships. CARE training also contains techniques for giving children effective commands and selective ignoring techniques to redirect problematic behaviors. Here is the upcoming schedule:

• Thursday, May 18, 2023, 9:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Preschool Registration is Underway

Registration is underway for the 2023-24 Academic year for the pre-kindergarten class (4&5-year-olds)

Calling all Laughlin Parents and Alumni

At Laughlin Children's Center, we feel all parents and students who received services and treatment, regardless of time, are alumni and an essential part of our history. 

As we prepare to celebrate our 70th anniversary in 2026 would like to hear from you on how you and your family are doing and invite you to the anniversary activities we are planning.

Please consider what Laughlin Children's Center has meant to you and your family and email us with your address and any other information you would like to provide. For additional information, visit www.laughlincenter.org, call 412-741-4087 or email info@laughlincenter.org

Miracle Soccer is seeking volunteers!

Miracle Soccer is a modified version of soccer designed to provide opportunities for special needs children ages 4-19. It provides a very affordable opportunity for fitness, fun, and building self-esteem. Modifications are made to the game to allow full participation and enjoyment to each child.

Volunteer "buddies" are an integral part of Miracle Soccer - they are the friends who work side-by-side with individual players with different abilities, encouraging them, assisting them in maneuvering the ball around the field, and helping them learn some of the basic skills of soccer. No previous soccer experience is required - just a positive attitude.

The spring season is underway - players and buddies meet on Tuesdays from 6-7pm at the Miracle Field in Moon Park (weather permitting) now through June 6. Buddies can come once, weekly, or anything in between - whatever suits their level of interest and availability.

Anyone age 13+ who is interested in volunteering (for fun and/or for service hours) should contact miracle@moonsoccer.org for more information.

Bring the whole family to enjoy spring-themed picture book stories at the Sewickley StoryWalks! Experience self-guided walking tours that pair books with nature when you visit any of the five StoryWalk locations throughout the Quaker Valley area now through May 14th. Visitors are encouraged to pick up a Sewickley StoryWalk Passport during their visit to enter to win one of the StoryWalk books when you visit at least 3 locations in 2023. Location details and more info at sewickleylibrary.org/storywalk.

Since 1898, the Union Aid Society has been assisting our QVSD neighbors in need. For more information on our seasonal programs, apply for a scholarship (non-traditional students welcomed!) or learn about our financial aid policies, please contact us at 412.741.9240 or info@unionaidsociety.org.

The events and programs included in this section are operating independently of the Quaker Valley School District. The distribution of this information does not indicate endorsement or sponsorship by the District.

Fern Hollow Nature Center is gearing up for our 2023 summer camps and clubs. We are currently seeking teen volunteers to assist environmental educators this summer as camp counselors. Camp counselors help out with games, activities, crafts, and outdoor adventures. This is a great way to volunteer for community service and have fun while doing it! To apply, please click this link: https://tinyurl.com/2mkthjvb

Due to a generous grant from the Union Aid Society, financial aid and scholarships are available for Summer Camps at Fern Hollow to those receiving free and reduced lunches. Email sam@fhnc.org for details.  

Little Sewickley Creek Watershed Association - Day Camp

Summer Discovery is a day camp with an emphasis on nature. Campers will explore the creek and the woods, do creative activities, and play games. The camp, for students presently in grades 3, 4, 5 and 6, is accepting registrations for the week of June 19 or June 26. The camp runs from 8 AM till noon at Walker Park but on Friday we go to Kings Lake. The tuition is $40 for one camper, $60 for two campers or $75 for three campers in the same family. (If cost is an issue, scholarships are available). For registration info, visit our website www.lscwatershed.org or contact Chriss O’Lare at colare@outlook.com.

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Spotlight on our Summer Classes 

Sensory Art Camp (Ages 4-6) with Rachel Herman 

July 5th - July 7^th 

This summer camp will combine art, play, and even a bit of mindfulness! Students will experiment with sensory materials like textured paint and clay. Sensory art is a great way to build motor skills, build nerve connections in the brain, encourage language development, and more. Each day will end with students bringing home an awesome new project! 

How Does My Garden Grow? (Ages 4-6) with Sally Oberdick 

June 12^th- June 16^th 

We will be little scientists and examine seeds, soil, and plants while learning about the germination process. You will read literature relating to flowers, fruits, and vegetables, and even do an insect study! You will also create hand-painted birdhouses and mosaic garden tiles to decorate your outside space.  

Childhood Culinary (Ages 7-10) with Jena Miller 

July 31^st- August 4^th 

This camp will teach young kids independence through cooking! You will learn basic knife skills, measuring skills, how to read a recipe and core healthy eating, as well as learning safety in the kitchen. 

Fairy Gardens! (Ages 7-10) with Alex Watrous  

July 24^th- July 28^th 

Do you believe in fairies? Join us in the ceramics studio to create your own fairy garden! Together we will hand-build the pottery base for your plants, along with whimsical accessories to fill your garden with magic and wonder such as: Ceramic cottages, bridges, toadstools, and more. Your finished product can be filled with plants for you to enjoy and will be a home that any fairy would love. 

Metals and Jewelry for Teens (Ages 11-14) with Meredith Bigatel 

Aug.14- Aug. 18 

Learn the basics of metalsmithing and jewelry in this one-week camp! Try your hand at the jeweler's saw, filing, and soldering with the acetylene torch to create beautiful, hand-crafted pieces of wearable art from start to finish. 

Crafting through Culture (Ages 11-14) with Joanna Conti 

July 24^th- July 28^th 

Travel the world creating a variety of artwork that embodies the history and culture from various civilizations around the globe. In this camp we will explore the meaning of the artwork created across these cultures while reimagining our own artwork based on the particular style. Each day we will explore a new place and theme, so join us as we explore Tibetan mandalas, African mask making, Navajo weaving, metal tooling from Mexico and Australian Aboriginal painting.