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Edgewood Elementary in Allegheny County has postponed its back-to-school start date to September 2 due to ongoing renovations. The Woodland Hills School District will begin classes on August 21. A Pre-K and Kindergarten Orientation is scheduled for August 28, and the Open House is now set for October 30. The district emphasizes safety as renovations are expected to be completed by the 2025-2026 academic year. Meanwhile, the Pre-K Counts program at Burchfield Elementary also faces delays amidst a budget impasse.
Edgewood, Pennsylvania – Edgewood Elementary, located within the Woodland Hills School District in Allegheny County, has announced a delay in its back-to-school start date due to ongoing renovations. The new start date for students at Edgewood Elementary is now set for September 2, pushing it back from the original schedule. Meanwhile, the rest of the Woodland Hills School District will commence its school year on August 21.
The district officials have stated that this delay is necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of both staff and students, as renovation work at the school is still in progress. To prepare families for the upcoming school year, Edgewood Elementary will hold a Pre-K and Kindergarten Orientation on August 28. This orientation is divided into two sessions: Kindergarten Orientation will run from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by Pre-K Orientation from 11 a.m. to noon.
Additionally, the Open House for Edgewood Elementary has been rescheduled to October 30, allowing families to get acquainted with the school environment despite the delay. The renovations were initiated during the summer break and are expected to be completed before the 2025-2026 academic year.
Alongside Edgewood Elementary’s schedule change, the Pre-K Counts program at Burchfield Elementary in Shaler Township is facing its own delays due to a state budget impasse. As of now, no start date has been established for the Pre-K Counts program, but updates will be communicated to families as more information becomes available. The PA Pre-K Counts program is designed to provide early education to children aged 3 to 5 years old, fully funded through a variety of grants.
In communicating these changes, the Woodland Hills School District stressed the importance of minimizing disruptions and maintaining a safe learning environment for students and staff alike. This proactive measure reflects the district’s commitment to ensuring that all facilities meet safety standards before welcoming students back into schools.
This year’s start for the K-12 education system in Woodland Hills is particularly notable as schools adapt to necessary infrastructure upgrades while managing schedules amidst workforce changes. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed regarding further developments and to participate in orientation events to support their children’s transition back to school.
As families prepare for the upcoming school year, they are reminded of the importance of remaining engaged and updated on their school’s notifications concerning any shifts in schedules or programming. The Woodland Hills School District remains focused on providing a safe and supportive educational environment for all students.
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- WTAE: Edgewood Elementary Delays Opening
- Wikipedia: Edgewood, Pennsylvania
- Post-Gazette: Woodland Hills Edgewood Elementary Delayed Opening
- Google Search: Edgewood Elementary School
- The Homewood Star: Back to School New Programs
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School
- WBAL TV: Operation Warm New Winter Jackets
- Google News: Edgewood School District
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