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Teaching, Learning and Assessment

The Penn Hills SD Department of Teaching, Learning, and Assessment works to facilitate the development and implementation of the District's K-12 curriculum, adoptions, and resources used in the classroom. This is based on standards developed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and adopted by the Penn Hills School District. Departmental responsibility also includes the written curricula taught through instruction that is matched to student needs and outcomes that are culturally responsive.   The Department of Teaching, Learning, and Assessment also supports District staff in the development and implementation of standards-based local assessments that are used to adjust instructional practices . We are committed to high-quality instruction and engaging learning environments that intellectually stimulate our diverse student population. If you have questions related to any of the following areas of responsibility, please feel free to contact my office at 412-793-7000 X1251

  • District Curriculum/ PA Standards
  • Instructional Methods

  • Professional Development/Act 48

  • Comprehensive Planning/School Improvement

  • District/State Assessments

  • Federal Programs (exclusive to Title I, II, & IV)

  • English As A Second Language

  • AEDY appeals

  • Virtual Learning (Synchronous) 

  • Penn Hills Cyber Academy (PHCA) (Asynchronous)

  • Graduation pathways

Department Leadership

Renel Williams

Renel Williams

Assistant to the Superintendent for Teaching, Learning, & Assessment
Theresa DeBasi

Theresa DeBasi

Education Secretary

Recent News

Now Available: My Ride K-12

The My Ride K-12 web and mobile app puts school bus schedules and notifications right in the palm of your hand.

penn hills football players vs. aliquippa

On Friday, September 20, Penn Hills Varsity Football claimed a 21-13 victory against Aliquippa in what was not only an epic matchup between two storied programs but also the Pittsburgh Steelers High School Showcase Game of the Week.

Upcoming Events

Contact Information

Renel Williams
Director of Teaching, Learning, and Assessment
(412) 793-7000, Ext. 1251

Terri DeBasi
Secretary
(412) 793-7000, Ext. 1280