In brief: Bridgeville, Carnegie area news and events, week of March 24, 2025 and beyond

Scott Easter egg hunt on tap

An Easter egg hunt and basket auction in Scott aims to help pediatric genetic therapy research.

The event is scheduled for 11 a.m. April 5 at Scott Township park, 2 Park Drive.

Designated hunt times are 11:30 a.m. for children 3 and younger; 11:45 a.m. for children ages 4 to 6; and noon for children 7 and older.

College Club of Carnegie meeting set

The College Club of Carnegie will meet April 5 at DeBlasio’s, Virginia Manor Shopping Center, 1717 Cochran Road.

There will be a social at noon with a luncheon served at 12:30 p.m. “April Showers Bring Spring Flowers” will be the theme of the meeting.

A 50-50 raffle will be offered to benefit the club’s scholarship fund program. Women with postsecondary degrees are invited to call Therese Condit, membership chairperson, at 412-279-4458 for more information.

Spring craft show slated

A spring craft show will benefit the Bridgeville Volunteer Fire Department.

The event is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 6 at the fire department, 370 Commercial St.

Entry is free. There will be 70 crafters, food trucks, basket raffles and a 50/50 raffle.

Help keep Collier beautiful

Collier’s cleanup day is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon April 26 at the community center, 5 Lobaugh St.

Register to volunteer as an individual or a group by calling 724-693-0780 or at colliertownship.net. Preregistration is required.

Participants will meet at the community center’s banquet room for check-in and receive their cleanup location. Vests, gloves and trash bags will be handed out to each volunteer. First responders will be out to ensure safety at each location and to assist with traffic control.

Lunch will be served following the cleanup.

Breakfast with Easter Bunny set in Collier

Collier Parks and Recreation will host a breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 10 a.m. to noon April 6.

Fees are $10 for members, $12 for non-members, free for children 3 and younger.

Register before April 2. Call 724-693-0780 to register.

Farmers market vendors wanted

Scott officials are seeking interested vendors to participate in the township’s outdoor farmers market at Scott Township Park, 2 Park Drive.

The market kicks off May 21 and runs every Wednesday until Oct. 15. Hours are 4 to 7 p.m.

Contact tcavey@scotttownship.com if interested.

Carlynton superintendent forums on tap

Carlynton Superintendent John Kreider has been hosting a series of parent and community forums this school year.

The remaining forum is scheduled for 6 p.m. April 24 at Carnegie Elementary.

Register online at the district’s website.

Chartiers Valley comings and goings

Chartiers Valley school board approved several personnel moves at its Feb. 27 and March 11 meetings.

Appointments include Joan Wehner, business manager; Alya Ismayilova, substitute bus aide; Megan Pokorny, confidential secretary; and John Byerly, bus driver.

The board accepted resignations from Shalyn Muraco, fall equipment manager; and Alan Welding, class of 2026 sponsor.

Supplemental appointments include Ryan Ponchione, assistant varsity track and field coach; Brandon Davis, assistant middle school softball coach; Stephen Waldern, head jr. high baseball coach; Eugene Bragano, assistant JV baseball coach; and Jill Chan, English Language mentor.

Shade tree commission to be discussed

Bridgeville Council will formally consider establishing a shade tree commission at its meeting April 14.

The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Council Chambers, 425 Bower Hill Road, Bridgeville.

Stipends set for spring musical

Chartiers Valley school board approved stipends for advisors to the spring musical.

Those are: Kim Giffin, director/producer, paid $2,993; Paul Yeater, assistant director for vocals and orchestra, $3,462; and Dustin Giffin, assistant director for technical, $1,731. Those are paid for by the Chartiers Valley Federation of Teachers contract.

Additional appointments include: Dustin Giffin, set construction, design and lighting designer, $1,500; Jay Weaver, sound engineer, $1,500; Matt Efthimiades, technical assistant and sound rental, $650; Ashley Murphy, program layout and design, $375; Regina Kettering, keyboard, $450; Kate Denman, keyboard, $500; Chris Renaud, keyboard, $500; Suzanne Levinson, reeds, $500; Michael Sisley, trumpet, $500; Laura Lynn Crytzer, trombone, $450; Alex Kenrick and Zack Harper, guitar, $500 each; Aldo Dilanni, bass, $500; Mitch Greco, drums, $500; and Alex Irwin, violin, $500. Those are paid through the musical theater fund.

Chartiers Valley initiatives outlined

Chartiers Valley School District officials outlined initiatives districtwide and at each school included in its plan of studies for next year. The outline is found on the district’s human resources report approved on Feb. 27 by the school board.

Districtwide, the plan maintains the Allegheny Health Network CHILL project, implements Northwest Evaluation Association Measures of Academic Progress (NEWA MAP) benchmark assessment grades K-10 for standardized data collection, introduces Curve Point security system at the high school, increases focus on STEM and computer science education, continues partnerships with placement schools to transition Chartiers Valley students back into the district, sustains in-house emotional support programs and resources, adds an assistant director of pupil services to support special education services and social work; updates the security and safety plan, and launches a more user-friendly district website.

It also enforces the canceled courses protocol at the high school, where any course with fewer than 16 students registered will be evaluated for cancellation.

At the high school, initiatives are to maintain the dance program, enhance applied engineering technology (AET) and art courses, retain and expand the Coffee Tree Roasters program for life skills and business students to include science, expand Unified Bocce to include robotics and other activities, establish a Superintendent High School Student Advisory Panel, expand the positive behavior interventions and support program, continue pickleball in physical education courses, expand the Best Buddy Club to promote inclusivity and acceptance, continue collaboration with PATTAN for the Life Skills program, retain Project Lead the Way final course for seniors, and maintain 20 Advanced Placement course offerings.

Initiatives at the middle school include implementing block, or double-period, instruction for English Language Arts and Math; and shifting to an integrated approach and developing a focus on project-based learning.

At the intermediate school, the plan introduces a computer science teacher, maintains a student ambassadors program to give students a voice in school operations, continues data-focused instruction and supports growth in band and orchestra programs.

Primary school specific plans include developing a full multitiered system of supports program; separating grade levels into smaller groups for personalized instruction; maintaining success with Kids of Steel and the Kids Heart challenges; and continuing the high school tutoring program, where students tutor and engage in activities with primary students.