Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy

08/30/2026

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⚠️ IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR THIS WEEK ⚠️

Due to forecasted extreme heat, 35 Pittsburgh Public Schools buildings will shift to synchronous remote learning Tuesday, September 1 through Thursday, September 3, 2026.

Students attending the schools listed in the graphic should log in and participate in classes remotely following their regular school-day schedule.

Please review the full list carefully and stay connected to your school and District communications for any additional updates.

We appreciate the flexibility and partnership of our students, families and staff as we prioritize safe learning conditions for everyone. 💙

08/21/2026

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🎉 We’re to celebrate several Pittsburgh Public Schools recognized among the 2026–2027 Best High Schools by U.S. News and World Report!

🏙️ Best High Schools in the Pittsburgh Metro Area
#7 — Pittsburgh CAPA
#13 — Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy
#28 — Pittsburgh Allderdice
#53 — Pittsburgh Obama Academy

🏆 Best High Schools in Pennsylvania
#19 — Pittsburgh CAPA
#41 — Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy
#108 — Pittsburgh Allderdice
#241 — Pittsburgh Obama Academy

Congratulations to our students, educators, staff and families whose dedication and hard work continue to make these school communities shine! 🌟

08/21/2026

Before welcoming students back for the new school year, SciTech teachers participated in two days of professional learning facilitated by UnboundEd. Together, our educators revisited the GLEAM framework—Grade-Level, Engaging, Affirming, and Meaningful instruction—and explored how these principles can create rigorous and supportive learning experiences for every student.

Teachers focused on helping students engage in productive struggle, providing purposeful scaffolds without reducing academic expectations, and incorporating students’ cultures, identities, experiences, and funds of knowledge into instructional planning.
The thoughtful conversations, collaboration, and commitment demonstrated throughout these sessions reflect our continued dedication to ensuring that every SciTech student feels known, supported, challenged, and empowered to succeed.

We are excited to bring this learning into our classrooms throughout the 2026–2027 school year. Please enjoy a few photos from our professional learning experience! 💙✨

08/11/2026

📣 Exciting updates are coming to the Home Access Center (HAC) for the 2026–27 school year!

Beginning August 17, families will have access to HAC and are encouraged to complete their required Back-to-School Forms by the first day of school on August 24.

New this year, families can:

📄 Access report cards from both the current and previous school year—eliminating the need to contact the school for previous-year reports.

🚌 View their child’s transportation details directly in HAC. Initial route sheets and notification letters will be distributed by August 14. Transportation information will also be emailed to families, and robocalls will begin the weekend of August 15 and continue through the start of school.

HAC is your family’s one-stop resource for important student information. Log in beginning August 17 to review your child’s information and complete all required forms before school begins!

Learn more at pghschools.org/hac.

08/10/2026

✨ Back to School Night! ✨

We’re excited to welcome our families back and kick off a wonderful new school year! 💙

Join us on Thursday, August 20, from 4:30–6:30 PM for an evening to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and get ready for a great year ahead!

We can’t wait to see you there! 🏫🍎

06/11/2026

Two hours until commencement. 🎓

The Class of 2026 leaves behind more than a wall.

They leave behind a legacy of leadership, advocacy, collaboration, and school pride.
Every block tells an individual story.
Together, they tell the story of a class that showed up for one another and left their mark on SciTech.

We can't wait to celebrate you today.


💙🤍 Your proud Principal,
Dr. Johnson

06/11/2026

The First Inaugural SciTech Middle School House Competition ended yesterday with a crowning of our point total champion: Altruismo! The tight race between Amistad and Altruismo came down to a completion of additional Math assignments by top point earner for all houses, Naphtali Avishai!

All members of Altruismo received medals sponsored by the SciTech PTO and hoisted the SciTech Middle School house cup sponsored by our very own Mr. Chambers (probably because he thought his house would pull out the win 🏅). The SciTech PTO also provided a cup of Rita's for ALL middle school students in the closest possible colors of Altruismo house in white and black cherry (black).

Additional prizes were awarded for the top point earner in each house:
Isibindi - Floyd Pearson
Rêveur - Maaziq Islam
Amistad - Conrad Carlson
Altruismo - Naphtali Avishai

05/28/2026

🔬🏅 Last week, two students competed at the state level of PJAS (Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science)!

To qualify for states, students first had to earn a 1st place award at the regional competition held this past February.

Congratulations to our ThunderSharks on this incredible accomplishment! 🦈💙💛

05/26/2026

📚 Final Exam Schedule 📚

The final stretch before summer is here! 🌞 Please note dismissal will take place at 11:10 AM on both exam days, June 11th and 12th.

05/24/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, there will be no school on May 25th.

We honor and remember those who gave their lives in service to our country.