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![Penn Hills Showcases Future-Ready Education Through PHorge Academy at the Global Impact Forum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762789146/phsdk12paus/lyaeajfvldra5ycq5lxs/og-gsv-x-penn-state.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762789146/phsdk12paus/lyaeajfvldra5ycq5lxs/og-gsv-x-penn-state.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762789146/phsdk12paus/lyaeajfvldra5ycq5lxs/og-gsv-x-penn-state.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762789146/phsdk12paus/lyaeajfvldra5ycq5lxs/og-gsv-x-penn-state.jpg","width":1200}])
Penn Hills School District leaders Dr. Matt Dado and Renel Williams presented at the Global Impact Forum, showcasing PHorge Academy—a groundbreaking, future-ready program built on four pillars: Robotics, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, and IT. The academy empowered students to explore real-world career pathways through innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning.
![Penn Hills Elementary Opens “The PHactory,” A Maker Learning Space That Puts Creativity on Display]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1762787839/phsdk12paus/hindqbzcqbpn6q2hbvs3/IMG_5626.jpg","width":2200}])
Penn Hills Elementary has opened The PHactory, a hands-on maker learning space located at the school’s entrance that showcases creativity and innovation in action. Designed by Innovation Institute Fellow Kirsten Kriss, the space invites students to dream, design, and build—putting learning proudly on display for all to see.
![Penn Hills Students Turn Innovation Into Industry Through xTool Partnership and PHorge Entrepreneurship Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761570374/phsdk12paus/wrrasa085qf0gqjuyzfe/IMG_5429.jpg","width":2200}])
Penn Hills School District has partnered with xTool to give students hands-on experience in product design and business development through the PHorge Entrepreneurship program.
![PHorge Robotics Students Earn First Industry Certification in Mechanical Foundations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761566935/phsdk12paus/bhdawpr2jpp5cqzgjop8/IMG_5510.jpg","width":2200}])
Twenty-five Penn Hills students from the PHorge Robotics Academy and Senior High Robotics Program have earned their first industry certification in Mechanical Foundations, endorsed by the ARM Institute. This milestone highlights the district’s commitment to providing real-world, industry-aligned pathways that prepare students for college, careers, and the trades.
![Penn Hills School District Launches Clothing Drive to Support Local Families]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760474735/phsdk12paus/kepj72mnzbjvqzinw5wb/ClothingDriveFinal.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760474735/phsdk12paus/kepj72mnzbjvqzinw5wb/ClothingDriveFinal.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760474735/phsdk12paus/kepj72mnzbjvqzinw5wb/ClothingDriveFinal.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760474735/phsdk12paus/kepj72mnzbjvqzinw5wb/ClothingDriveFinal.png","width":1080}])
Penn Hills School District
Penn Hills is the second-largest community in Allegheny County. Penn Hills School District has three buildings currently housing over 3,000 students. Elementary students in K through grade 5 are housed in a central elementary building. A middle school serves grades 6 through 8 and the senior high school grades 9 through 12.
Our Mission
The mission of the Penn Hills School District is to foster an equitable learning environment where all students have access to opportunities and resources that construct a pathway for every student to achieve their full potential.
Our Vision
At the heart of the Penn Hills School District lies a vision that inspires the creation of a vibrant educational space fueled by diversity and inclusion, where each student is acknowledged and celebrated for their distinctive contributions. Through collaborative efforts, we aspire to build a community steeped in mutual respect and understanding, crafting an environment that nurtures learning and social/emotional development. Our dedication to student success and pursuing lifelong learning knows no bounds. We are steadfast in our commitment to equipping individuals with the essential skills, knowledge, and global perspectives to triumph in a constantly evolving world. Together, we illuminate the path to a future where every student can thrive and make a meaningful impact.
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