Westmoreland Intermediate Unit

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Official page of the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit, which is an educational service agency serving the school districts inside and outside of Westmoreland County.

Clairview School was honored today to receive a generous donation of a coin-operated washer and dryer from Stephen's Hul...
08/28/2026

Clairview School was honored today to receive a generous donation of a coin-operated washer and dryer from Stephen's Hulkster's AF, created in memory of Stephen James Buches.

Born in 2015, Stephen lived with a rare genetic condition that caused significant disabilities. After his passing in 2024, his parents, Amy and Steve, established the Fund to help families facing the financial challenges that can come with raising a child with disabilities.

Stephen’s father, Steve, his brother-in-law, Ryan, and Stephen’s nurse, Ryan, made the delivery. Luann Murtha, Lead Teacher and President of the WIU Foundation, accepted the donation and gave the group a tour of the school.

The new equipment will give Clairview students hands-on opportunities to practice independent living and functional money skills, from sorting laundry and measuring detergent to operating the machines and completing the laundry routine.

“We are so grateful to Stephen’s family for creating a lasting legacy that will help our students build confidence, independence, and skills for life after high school,” said Mrs. Murtha.

Thank you, Stephen’s Hulksters, for investing in our students and helping us prepare them for greater independence at home and in their communities.

The first day of school at Clairview School was filled with smiles, excitement, and a very special surprise for Principa...
08/26/2026

The first day of school at Clairview School was filled with smiles, excitement, and a very special surprise for Principal Mr. Dan Sivak, who celebrated his birthday today!

After being welcomed by staff on their first day, students gathered for a surprise birthday assembly in Mr. Sivak’s honor. Mrs. Murtha presented him with a jacket that he can personalize with the logo of his choice at the Clairview Print Shop, along with a delicious birthday cake.

And the celebration didn’t stop there! Mr. Sivak helped spread some birthday cheer by handing out ice cream treats to students.

What a sweet way for our students to begin a new school year!

Holly and Kristine are at Holiday Acres in Derry today sharing information about the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit’s Ea...
08/21/2026

Holly and Kristine are at Holiday Acres in Derry today sharing information about the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit’s Early Intervention Services!

Yesterday, our Early Intervention families had the opportunity to visit their child’s classroom, meet their teachers and...
08/21/2026

Yesterday, our Early Intervention families had the opportunity to visit their child’s classroom, meet their teachers and support staff, and get ready for a wonderful new school year!

Our Open House was filled with smiles, connections, and excitement as families explored classrooms and got to know the team who will be supporting their children throughout the year.

We’re so excited to welcome our Early Intervention students and families back and look forward to a year of learning, discovery, and growth!

Nearly 80 WIU Early Childhood Services team members came together for two days of professional learning, collaboration, ...
08/20/2026

Nearly 80 WIU Early Childhood Services team members came together for two days of professional learning, collaboration, and preparation to build a strong foundation for a successful school year ahead.

As part of the in-service, staff participated in RISE training, earning initial RISE certification and building a shared, consistent approach to helping students navigate challenging situations.

Staff also reviewed important beginning-of-the-year updates, expectations, and procedures while collaborating to strengthen their understanding of program processes, clarify responsibilities, and ensure alignment in supporting children, families, and one another.

These two days were a great reminder that strong teams create strong outcomes for children. We’re excited for the year ahead!

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit (WIU) Student Services team spent two days learning, collaborating and creating at th...
08/20/2026

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit (WIU) Student Services team spent two days learning, collaborating and creating at their annual In-service!

Beginning at Twin Lakes Park yesterday and wrapping up at the WIU today, 120 Student Services staff members participated in professional learning sessions focused on building connections, exploring individual professional learning preferences, strengthening skills, and supporting student safety. The Inservice also included RISE Training to promote a consistent approach to safety and student support.

One of the highlights was a hands-on activity creating adaptive books for students with complex communication needs and visual impairments. Staff used items including fuzzy fabrics, plastic strands, paper clips. popsicle sticks and recorded voice-talking buttons to add tactile and auditory elements, making books more accessible and engaging.

The two-day experience provided opportunities for staff to learn from one another, build new skills, and explore creative ways to meet the diverse needs of the students we serve.

How can photographs, literature, art, and poetry help students understand the human story of the Holocaust?Join Echoes &...
08/18/2026

How can photographs, literature, art, and poetry help students understand the human story of the Holocaust?

Join Echoes & Reflections at the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit for a no-cost, in-person professional learning session designed to strengthen educators’ knowledge, resources, and confidence in teaching this complex subject.

📅 Tuesday, November 10, 2026
⏰ 8:30–11:30 a.m. ET
📍 Westmoreland Intermediate Unit

Participants will explore sound Holocaust education pedagogy and discover classroom-ready primary sources and instructional resources that bring meaningful human experiences into the classroom.

🔗 For information and to register: https://bit.ly/TeachingTheHolocaust

Educators - Are you looking for a fun, engaging, and worthwhile way to address the Environmental Literacy and Sustainabi...
08/12/2026

Educators - Are you looking for a fun, engaging, and worthwhile way to address the Environmental Literacy and Sustainability (ELS) standards in STEELS?

The Westmoreland Intermediate Unit is excited to offer a FREE Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE) Training designed to help educators bring environmental literacy to life through authentic, student-centered learning experiences.

One of the biggest misconceptions about ELS is that it requires teachers to add another initiative or extra project to their curriculum. The good news is that a MWEE is not "one more thing" to do. Instead, it provides a framework for incorporating the ELS standards into the lessons, investigations, and learning experiences you're already teaching.

Through student-centered learning, students explore real-world environmental issues, ask questions, collect and analyze data, and develop solutions that matter to their communities. The result is meaningful learning that supports the implementation of STEELS while increasing student engagement, ownership, and connection to the world around them.

Whether your students are collecting data, designing solutions to local problems, investigating environmental phenomena, or engaging in community-connected projects, a MWEE helps bring those experiences together in a way that naturally aligns with the ELS standards while enhancing student engagement and learning.

Why Attend?
Participants will learn how to:
✅ Seamlessly integrate ELS standards into existing science instruction
✅ Use student-centered learning experiences that empower students to investigate local environmental issues and take informed action
✅ Build on lessons and investigations they already teach rather than creating entirely new units
✅ Engage students in authentic inquiry, data collection, and problem-solving
✅ Connect classroom learning to real-world environmental challenges and community needs
✅ Design meaningful learning experiences that support STEELS implementation
✅ Empower students to become environmental stewards and active problem-solvers

Training Details:
📅 Date: September 29, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: The Westmoreland Conservation District
💲 Cost: FREE
🏆 Earn: 6 - Act 48 Credit Hours
👥 Facilitators: Miranda Crotsley, Jennings Environmental Education Center Program Coordinator, and Julie Kolano, WIU STEM Curriculum Coordinator.
👉 Register for MWEE Training - https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0113-0030-6088a8a2bfa44c40ba8908b2823440b7

If you've been wondering how to effectively incorporate the ELS standards into your STEELS instruction, this training is for you. Come discover how a MWEE can help you enhance what you're already doing while providing students with meaningful, real-world learning experiences.

We hope you'll join us for a day of learning, collaboration, and exploration!

🚨 Act 45 Professional Learning Opportunity for School Leaders!The Pennsylvania Principals Association and the Westmorela...
08/05/2026

🚨 Act 45 Professional Learning Opportunity for School Leaders!

The Pennsylvania Principals Association and the Westmoreland
Intermediate Unit (WIU) Curriculum & Professional Learning Services Team are excited to partner in offering the Act 45 Leadership Excellence Series designed to support and inspire today's educational leaders.

"Becoming While Doing" is a blended in-person/job-embedded series focused on strengthening instructional leadership, building leadership capacity, and advancing student success. Participants will earn Act 45 hours while engaging in meaningful learning alongside colleagues from across the region.

Whether you're a principal, assistant principal, or district leader, this series offers practical strategies, collaborative networking, and leadership growth you can immediately apply in your school or district.
📅 Registration is now open!
🔗 Learn more and register here: https://app.smore.com/n/zpc04

Today, the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit was proud to partner with Variety - the Children's Charity of Pittsburgh to he...
07/27/2026

Today, the Westmoreland Intermediate Unit was proud to partner with Variety - the Children's Charity of Pittsburgh to help children with special needs gain greater mobility, independence, and inclusion.

Families from Westmoreland, Armstrong, Cambria, Somerset, Indiana, and Allegheny counties visited the WIU, where their children were professionally fitted for adaptive strollers and bicycles. By the numbers: 11 adaptive strollers were distributed, 4 adaptive bicycles were presented to families, and 12 children received custom bike fittings.

Jeremy and Randy from Blackburn's Home Medical Equipment carefully ensured each child received the proper fit while helping families feel confident using their new equipment.

For many families, these adaptive strollers and bikes represent far more than mobility.

As Molly Crawford, Program Manager, shared, "This is a big sense of relief for parents. The strollers allow them to engage in the community with their child. They can go for a walk or go to the grocery store. They provide a sense of safety."

Adaptive strollers are often lighter and easier to navigate than motorized wheelchairs, allowing travel on gravel paths, visits to parks, and participation in everyday activities. More importantly, they create opportunities for inclusion.

These moments remind us that accessibility opens doors—not just to mobility, but to experiences, memories, and community participation.

Thank you to Variety – the Children's Charity and Blackburn's Home Medical Equipment for helping make these life-changing opportunities possible for our children and families.

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102 Equity Drive
Greensburg, PA
15601

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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+17248362460

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