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Everyday, we empower each of our students to reach their individual potential, learn to respect themselves and others, and to become lifelong learners.

The mission of the New Kensington-Arnold School District, a vibrant and inviting centerpiece of the community, is to ensure that each student is prepared, inspired, and motivated to be a successful contributing citizen of an ever-evolving global society by engaging and challenging students with personalized instruction, teaching excellence, innovative technology, and high expectations for superior academic achievement while embracing our unique traditions, heritage, and diversity in a safe, nurturing, student-centered environment.

Events Calendar

Catch-Up Day - No School

2 Oct

2 Hour Delay For Students/Professional Development For Staff

5 Oct

General School Board Meeting

Where: 7 PM – 9 PM

Location: Valley Junior-Senior High School

6 Oct

Willie Thrower Parade and Festival

Location: Valley Memorial Stadium

8 Oct

Homecoming and Distinguished Alumni Recognition

9 Oct

End of Quarter 1

27 Oct

2 Hour Delay

28 Oct

Senior Night

Where: 6:30 PM – 7 PM

Location: Valley Memorial Stadium

30 Oct

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News & Announcements

Curriculum Night - Thursday, October 1, 2026

All families are invited to attend Curriculum Night on Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:15 – 7:45 p.m. Curriculum Night will be held in all buildings. Families can visit your child’s classrooms, meet Teachers, learn about curriculum and classroom expectations, and discover how students can be successful throughout the school year.

NKASD Education Committee Meeting - Wednesday, September 30, 2026

The New Kensington-Arnold School Board will have a Education Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington. The meeting is open to the public.

NKASD General School Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 6, 2026

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School District will be held Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, and also virtually via Microsoft Teams. Information for joining the virtual meeting will be available on the NKASD Website the day of the meeting. This meeting is open to the public.

Project Bundle Up & The Salvation Army

Attached is a flyer from The Salvation Army in New Kensington. It includes information about available assistance with Christmas gifts and warm winter clothing. If you or someone you know could benefit from these resources, please reach out to them using the contact information provided on the flyer.

VHS Homecoming Dance

The Valley High School Homecoming Dance will be held on Saturday, October 10th at the VFW in Lower Burrell. Ticket sales will be September 14th - October 2nd. See the attached flyer for more information. Online students should call 724-337-4536 Ext 1137 to make an appointment to purchase a ticket.

IMPORTANT TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

In order to better accommodate students and their families that live in the neighborhood at the top of Oates Blvd, the following Van #18 stops will be provided for students effective Wednesday, Sept 9th:

Morning Pickup
VJSHS - 7:33 at Vogel & Birch; 7:34 at Birch & Oates
RAH - 7:53 at Birch & Oates
HDB & MES - 8:08 at Birch & Oates; 8:09 at Vogel & Birch

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Everyday, we empower each of our students to reach their individual potential, learn to respect themselves and others, and to become lifelong learners.