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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

Education Committee Meeting

Where: 6 PM – 7 PM

Location: Valley Junior-Senior High School

30 Sep

Act 80 Day - No School For Students

1 Oct

Curriculum Night/Open House

1 Oct

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

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News & Announcements

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

NKASD Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting - Wednesday, September 23, 2026

The New Kensington-Arnold School Board will have a Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS. This meeting is open to the public.

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, September 1, 2026

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School District will be held Tuesday, September 1, 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. Click the title above to join the virtual meeting. This meeting is open to the public.

NKASD Community Liaison Committee Meeting - Cancelled

The Community Liaison Committee Meeting that was scheduled for Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled.

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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.