What's New at Peters Township High School

Principal Lori Pavlik addresses students and parents with changes, and her new Twitter account where she'll make announcements.

Welcome Back, Peters Students!

Share your child's back-to-school photos with Patch readers.

5 Things to Know This Week in PT

PTA profile, coupon fundraiser, Cooking Club, fall classes at Peters Township Community Recreation Center and Pennsylvania Trolley Museum happenings.

Peters Students Earn AP Scholar Awards

For outstanding performance on Advanced Placement exams, 109 PTHS students are being recognized as AP scholars—some with honor and distinction.

School Board Discusses Cyberbullying Policy, Welcomes Teachers

Peters Township Athletic Director Brian Geyer also spoke about good sportsmanship and the YES policy Monday night.

Updated: School Lunch Prices Rise for 2012-13

Peters Township School District food service director cites new regulations as a big factor in the increase.

Back to School: Important Upcoming Dates

Today, McMurray Elementary alumni will attend orientation at Peters Township Middle School. See what else is happening before the big, first day.

Scholarship Sends Peters Grad to Germany

Now in Hungary, McKenzie Fritz has deferred her admission to Columbia University to live with a host family for a year of study as part of a prestigious program.

The Outdoor Classroom Provides Plenty of Experiential Learning

Textbooks are no substitute for the real thing, and the organization—which serves Peters residents—is helping young and old alike explore their world firsthand.

Peters Educator Preps for Book Release, Launch Party

A local author will celebrate the release of her new children's book with an upcoming party at Peters Township Public Library.

Peters Township School District 2012-13 Calendar

See when school starts and ends, holiday, open house events and in-service days—even the Kennywood picnic for 2013.

New Director of Staff Development Excited for 'Professional Challenge'

Dr. Mara Linaberger joins Peters Township School District, where she'll be responsible for staff development, assessment and technology-integration.

Peters Soccer Star, Rising Junior Commits to Virginia

Veronica Latsko first announced her commitment to the University of Virginia last weekend via Twitter.

Back to School: Kids Should See More Snow Days This Year

AccuWeather.com predicts storms this fall that will spawn more snow this winter.

Peters Boy Collects, Distributes 5,000+ Pairs of Shoes

A 9-year-old Peters Township student athlete is changing the lives of those in need across the world one pair at a time.

Engineering Student from McMurray Wins at Maker Faire Detroit

Penn State Beaver students—including a Peters grad—caught the attention of Henry Ford Museum executives and Make Magazine editors for their Ford reproduction.

Back to School: Busy? You Need These Easy Recipes

Here is a meal plan for that hectic first week of school—making dinner easy and delicious.

Giant Oaks Garden Club Awards Scholarships

Two students from area high schools were awarded $1,000 scholarships from the Peters Township organization.

'Golden' Pittsburgh Sports Raffle Tickets for Sale

'It's the ultimate Pittsburgh sports package.' — Dennis Gilfoyle, president of Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania.

Math Course at Mt. Lebanon Paves Way for Peters Students

The nearby school board approved a distance learning initiative inviting six Peters students who've exceeded their curriculum.

Learning Institute Comes to Washington County

The independent assessment team determines a child's need for early intervention services.

Peters Graduates Land Spring Term Dean's List

Five former Peters Township High School students are named Dean's List recipients at Washington & Jefferson College.

Peters School Board Hikes Taxes 3.79 Mills

The 2012-13 budget of approximately $50.9 million passed Monday night.

Dr. Hajzus Takes a Leap to Higher Education

The former 22-year Peters Township School District administrator—and educator—shares his new journey as a professor at Illinois State University.

Private Preschool Celebrates Graduation

The Goddard School in Peters Township held its graduation ceremony where two kindergarteners were presented $1,000 savings bond awards.

Student Awarded Scholarship by Washington Financial Bank

A Peters Township High School graduate is one of 10 local students to receive the scholarship toward higher education.

Commencement Speaker Tells Grads They Are "Not Special." Do You Agree?

A Massachusetts English teacher, and son of a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian, gives graduates a reality check.

Tell Us: Will Jerry Sandusky Get a Fair Trial?

Do you think former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky can get a fair trial in his highly publicized child molestation case?

Peters School Board Discusses State-Mandated Concussion Policy

Also discussed was the 2012-13 school budget, which is expected to be adopted June 25.

J.J. Jankowski Drafted by Houston Astros

The Peters High School baseball standout was selected in the 34th round of the MLB draft.

Congratulations Peters High School Class of 2012

Pleasant weather makes the ceremony picture perfect.

Jr. Drawing & Cartooning

Writer's Workshop--Wednesday Sessions

Writer's Workshop--Monday Sessions

Adult Writing Workshop

Hypnosis Works

Social Networking on the Internet

PowerPoint Presentations

Internet Assisted Job Search

Digital Photography: Software