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Attention, MASD! We are thrilled to announce that our very own Ms. Bethany Klisavage has been selected as a finalist in the Tropical Smoothie Cafe "Sunshine for Teachers" contest!

Go vote at sunshineforteachers.com and join us in spreading the word.

MAMS students in the Youth for Christ Club recently did a 'cleaning drive' for the Blessed Hope Project. This local non-profit provides one-time cleaning services for individuals who are temporarily unable to maintain their homes due to medical challenges, such as recovery from illness, surgery, or ongoing treatment.

Moon Area School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Superintendent of Schools. We are seeking a dynamic, visionary leader committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and the continued success of our students, staff, and schools.

Thirteen Moon Area High School students recently had a unique opportunity to attend the Cadaver and Health Science Lab at PennWest California University. This immersive experience allowed students to see first-hand the vital role human anatomy plays in understanding the complexities of the body. It was an exciting learning opportunity, especially since these students all hope to pursue future careers in healthcare. 

Congratulations to Michael Santicola and Jayla Brown, who were recognized as 2025 MAC Student-Athlete Spotlights! These outstanding students were honored by MAHS Principal Mr. Matsook and MASD Athletic Director Mr. Alcalde during the Annual MAC Banquet for their excellence in both academics and athletics.

Congratulations to Moon Area High School seniors Josh Koren and Lillian Snyder on being 2025 WPIAL Scholar-Athlete Nominees. This prestigious recognition highlights their outstanding achievements in the classroom, in athletic competition, and through their dedicated service to school and community.

Ms. Poupakis & Ms. Otto’s first grade students at Brooks Elementary School had a sweet time learning math! The students used jelly beans to solve equations, practicing addition and subtraction in a fun, hands-on way.  

Great work, first grade! 

Four outstanding juniors from Moon High School recently participated in the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO), a national program sponsored locally by the Coraopolis NAACP. This year’s regional event was held at Robert Morris University, bringing together 30 students from 10 area high schools to showcase their talents in the arts, sciences, humanities, and more.

As we approach tomorrow, Wednesday, April 23rd, we want to ensure that every student is set up for success for the start of the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing. A well-rested mind and body play a crucial role in academic performance, and we kindly ask for your support in helping your child prepare for these important assessments.

PSSA testing starts the day we return from spring break on Wednesday, April 23rd. We want to remind all 5th and 6th grade middle school students that their iPads are required for testing and must be brought to school fully charged each day. 

MAHS student athlete, Haley Smarsh, was recognized for her incredible achievements during the 2024-2025 girls wrestling season. 

Haley finished the season with an outstanding 28-9 record, showcasing her hard work, resilience and commitment to excellence on the mat. She captured her second consecutive WPIALS girls wrestling championship and won the PIAA West Region Title, advancing to the state championships as one of the top competitors in Pennsylvania. 

A group of talented high school student artists recently volunteered their time and took their talents to Bon Meade Elementary School to paint a mural in the school's sensory room. They were recently recognized at the April 14, 2025 School Board meeting.

The Moon Area School District Board of School Directors will hold a special meeting on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 5:00 pm for the purpose of voting on a separation agreement with the Superintendent. 

This meeting will be held in person in the District Administrative Offices, Moon Area High School, 8353 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108.

Moon Area High School students recently went to Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) where they learned about the academic programs available to them during their junior or senior year of high school.

Mrs. DeCecco's third grade class at Brooks Elementary School has been working hard to complete their IXL lessons. 

To make it a little more exciting, they turned their classroom into "Camp IXL." The students moved their desks around and added blankets and stuffed animals to create a fun learning environment. 

The Moon Area High School and Middle School Art Clubs, in conjunction with the MAHS and MAMS Club Hope students, recently hosted a second annual Positive Painting Project event.

Students came together to paint positive messages and recognize the power of art for well-being. The Positive Painting Project is a local organization that promotes art for mental health awareness. 

Early registration for the Mike & Mary's Miles 5K is open now through May 31!

The third annual Mary and Mike's Miles 5K will take place on Saturday, November 1, 2025. This event funds vocational and educational scholarships for MASD students.

Click here to register. 

Congratulations to four incredible MAHS students who proudly represented Moon Area High School in the Coraopolis NAACP ACT-SO program.

Throughout the month of March, MASD students in grades K-6 participated in IXL March Madness, a friendly academic competition that engaged students in a fun and challenging way. This exciting opportunity was made possible through a partnership with our Moon Township McDonald's location.

Bon Meade Elementary students recently enjoyed a March Madness Basketball Shooting Challenge—a slam dunk celebration recognizing students’ commitment to honesty.

Congratulations to eighth grade students Kyrin Yarman and Ally Jones, and 7th graders Noah Lauck, Ellis Merklin, and Jaxon Minamyer for their recent participation in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 1 Junior High District Band.

Congratulations to sixth grade students Addison Athanas, James Cassell, and Varen Kundu on their selection to participate in this year’s Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 1 Elementary Band Festival.

On April 3, 2025, several 8th grade students from Moon Middle School attended the What’s So Cool About Manufacturing video awards ceremony at Mill 19 in Hazelwood. The student team—Carolyn Smith, Maci McKenna, Jordan Yoder, Tyler Hiemstra, Kaylee Powell, Karree Currin, Fernando Lebron, and Kaylyn Shedlock—was honored with 1st place in the Outstanding Creativity category for their imaginative and entertaining video featuring SMS Group in Washington, PA.

Watch the video here

Moon Area Education Foundation is excited to announce...

MAEF's 6th Annual Moonlit 5K & Mile Fun Run
Friday, May 9 ~ 5:30 pm-8:30 pm
Tiger Stadium

Register online today: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/MoonTownship/MAEFMoonlit5k

The MAHS Honors Choir brought the magic to Disney Springs with an unforgettable performance! Their talent, dedication, and harmony lit up the stage.

Thank you to our incredible student performers for representing our school district so beautifully!

Hyde Elementary third and fourth grade students showed up in a big way at The Moon Area Library's Battle of the Books—with a record-breaking number of participants!  We are proud of our students for their dedication, teamwork, and love of reading.

Congratulations to our third grade students at Allard Elementary School for their hard work and dedication at Battle of the Books! 

A huge shoutout to the Unstoppable 5 for taking first place in the third grade competition! Way to go!

Moon Area School District students in grades three and four recently participated in The Moon Area Library's Battle of the Books! Students did a wonderful job of showcasing their love of reading and teamwork skills at the competition. Several MASD teams even earned top honors! 

MASD elementary students who will be transitioning to a new school in the fall recently had an opportunity to visit their future school!

During their visit, students engaged in a variety of activities such as meeting their new principal, interacting with their future classmates, touring the school, and other fun activities to help them feel comfortable in their new school.  

The visits were a great success! Thank you to all of our students and staff who warmly welcomed these students to their school!

On Saturday, March 29, the Moon Area High School Winter Color Guard traveled to Norwin High School to compete in the Three Rivers Winter Ensemble Association (TRWEA) 2025 Championships. Performing their stunning 2025 show, “Lost in Your Eyes,” the team delivered an impressive routine, earning fifth place in the National Scholastic A Classification with a score of 80.54.

Students and staff at Bon Meade Elementary enthusiastically participated in Battle of the Books 2025, showcasing their love for reading and teamwork! It was incredible to see such strong participation from students and their dedicated coaches, making for an exciting and memorable event.

Bon Meade Elementary School recently had the privilege of welcoming back one of its former students, Madison Perrett (class of 2021), who is currently studying engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. The visit, which was part of the school's ongoing efforts to foster a love for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) among its students, provided an exciting and educational experience for the third graders. 

Moon Area School District's Kennywood day is Monday, June 16, 2025. Tickets are available for as low as $31.99 if purchased by June 2. 

Click to view the Kennywood flyer.

On Monday, April 14, 2025, Moon Area High School will present its annual Mock Crash event at 1:30 p.m. on the school campus. This powerful presentation, held two weeks before the Junior/Senior Prom, is designed to raise awareness about the dangers of reckless and irresponsible driving decisions. It will be attended by the junior and senior classes.

Pennsylvania State Trooper Officer Rocco Gagliardi will present a program in the auditorium for ninth and tenth-grade students. His presentation will cover critical topics such as social media safety, human trafficking, and current drug trends

Moon Area School District is excited to announce the prospective adoption of Focus on Personal Financial Literacy, published by McGraw Hill, for the MAHS Personal Finance course. This update is part of our curriculum modifications to align with the new Personal Finance standards set by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), which take effect in July 2026.

Sixteen eighth grade students recently participated in a day of hands-on engineering competition. The Design Lives Here competition is part of a broader initiative that aims to engage teachers and students in engineering activities throughout the entire semester.

Third grade English language arts students at Hyde Elementary School have been diving deep into the concept of point of view! To bring their learning to life, they took part in an exciting and creative activity: Fairy Tale Court! 

In this engaging mock trial, students put their favorite fairy tale characters on the stand, hearing both sides of the story. After carefully considering the evidence, they acted as jurors and made the crucial decision on who the real villain of the story was!

McCormick Elementary School students and staff welcomed The Japan-America Society of Pennsylvania's Japan in the Schools (JIS) program as part of the PBIS program highlighting Music in Our Schools Month of March.

Students at Brooks Elementary School wore their mismatched & crazy socks to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21! 

Wearing mismatched or crazy colored socks on World Down Syndrome Day helps promote awareness, inclusivity, and positive relationships. Our students are learning to respect one another and the differences that make each of them special.

Students in Mr. Finn’s 8th grade tech ed classes created videos for the "What’s So Cool About Manufacturing" video contest. The contests were launched to create a new perspective and regional awareness on the exciting career opportunities that exist in manufacturing. This year the students are paired with SMS Manufacturing in Washington.

Voting for the people’s choice awards ends tonight (Friday March 21st) at 11:59 pm. Log on to www.tinyurl.com/moonarea25 to vote for Moon's video! Thanks for your support!

Mr. Blyzwick held Morning Milers outside this week with McCormick Elementary students.  

Way to wake up and get moving, McCormick! 

The Moon High School Model UN Club recently attended the Model African Union Conference at the University of Pittsburgh. The goal of MAU is for students to study the role, structure, and activities of the African Union as well as the capabilities and constraints that shape the policies of AU member states in the arena of the intra-African diplomacy.

McCormick Elementary School was honored to attend the Grand Opening of the Moon Township Public Library’s brand-new Children’s Department! As part of our commitment to building partnerships and supporting our community, representatives from McCormick joined the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate this exciting milestone.

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's February Student of the Month winners!

• 9th Grade– Alyssa Coy
• 10th Grade– Bryce Thomas
• 11th Grade– Kyla Coley
• 12th Grade– Carter McCue

As part of our redistricting plan for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to ensure that elementary students who will be transitioning to a new school have an opportunity to visit their future school before the start of the new school year. We will have multiple opportunities for this to occur. Our first series of scheduled student visits will be on March 27 and March 28 for those impacted by the redistricting plan.  

Moon Area School District is proud to announce that eight of its students were selected to participate in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 1 Junior High Chorus Festival on Friday, February 28. Representing the middle school at the festival were seventh grade students Roger Lash and Sophia Singh, and eighth grade students Ashley Hsu, Jacob Lehr, and Evan Wicks.  Representing the high school at the festival were ninth grade students Emerson Miller, James Nolan, and Gianna Quitoni.

Moon Area Middle School proudly congratulates fifth grade students Gianna Domenico and MJ Reed, along with sixth grade student Evy Gott, for their selection to participate in this year’s Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 1 Singfest Festival

Moon Area High School is proud to present Legally Blonde: The Musical!

Legally Blonde: The Musical
March 13-15 at 7:00 pm
March 16 at 2:00 pm
MAHS Auditorium
Rated PG-13

Tickets are on sale now at moonarea.ludus.com! This show is rated PG-13 for adult themes and mild language.

Students in Mr. Finn’s and Mr. Hilpert’s adapted technology education classes took on a special project that not only helped the environment but also brought a buddy bench to Moon Area Middle School. This initiative was made possible thanks to High School Nurse Beth Rose, who connected the school with Nicole Ruckert, Human Resources Manager at Niagara Bottling in Imperial, PA. Their support helped bring the opportunity to our students and make this project a reality.

Moon Area High School (MAHS) College in High School (CHS) Accounting, Information Technology, and Sports and Entertainment Management students attended the RMU (Robert Morris University) Academic Immersive Experience on Monday, February 24 at RMU.

Congratulations to Moon Area School District senior Josie Einloth on winning a coveted Saint Vincent College Wimmer Scholarship! This incredible achievement places her among the top scholars in the region, earning her a full-tuition scholarship for eight semesters—an award valued at over $160,000.  

Mr. Petrina’s Invention Lab class is looking for local businesses to partner with! This semester-long course challenges students to develop real-world solutions for companies—whether it’s tackling ongoing projects or bringing “wish list” ideas to life.

Brooks Elementary School kindergarten and first grade students recently welcomed local dentist and Brooks parent, Dr. Neha Kumar of Moon Diamond Dental, for an engaging and educational presentation about maintaining healthy teeth.

Moon Area Middle School 6th grade students recently showcased their scientific talents at the second annual science fair. The event featured a wide range of innovative projects, highlighting the students' curiosity, creativity, and dedication to scientific exploration.

Science fair sponsors, Mrs. Cairns and Mrs. Cronin, extended their gratitude to students and their families for their enthusiasm and support and a special thank you was also given to the Middle School PTG for generously sponsoring participant t-shirts.

Moon Area School District Music Department proudly presents... On Broadway: Celebrating Music from Beloved Musicals! 

On Broadway
Tuesday, March 18
Doors Open at 6:30 PM
Event Begins at 7:00 PM
MAHS Auditorium

MASD wrestler Haley Smarsh is on a list for Sports Illustrated Athlete of the Week for PA. Please vote for her!

Click here to vote. 

Girls' Night Out (GNO) is back, and you won’t want to miss it!

Eighth-grade girls getting ready for high school are invited to an unforgettable night of fun, friends, and valuable life lessons. On Friday, March 7, 2025, students will head from Moon Area Middle School to the high school right after school for an evening packed with exciting activities, meaningful conversations, and plenty of chances to connect with current high schoolers.

From tackling real-life social topics to making memories with friends, GNO is all about preparing for the next big chapter—high school and beyond!

Sign Up Here

The Moon Township Rotary made a special visit to Moon Area elementary schools on February 13-14, meeting with every third-grade class to talk about the power of learning and literacy. As part of their commitment to education, they gifted each third grader their very own dictionary—an incredible resource to support their growth and curiosity.

Five talented Moon Area High School students recently had the opportunity to showcase their vocal skills at the PMEA District 1 Chorus Festival.

Quinn Arnold, Sajal Shetty, Grace Snyder, Zach Truzzi, and Jack Turner joined 200 students from across the region at Mt. Lebanon High School on February 6 and 7. After successfully auditioning, they spent two days rehearsing and performing a selection of ten pieces. Congratulations to these dedicated singers on this incredible achievement!

Twelve Moon Area Middle School orchestra students were recently selected and participated in Strings North Honors Orchestra Festival.

On February 10th, our students practiced and performed with students from eight other school districts for a one-day festival. 

Eighth grade students on the YellowJacket team recently had the unique opportunity in their Language Arts class to serve as user test pilots for MyCited, an innovative educational software designed to enhance research through a variety of mediums. 

During the testing phase, students engaged with MyCited's features, exploring its capabilities and providing detailed feedback on their experiences. The insights gathered from this user testing are instrumental in refining the software to better meet the needs of students and educators.

The Moon High School Key Club members are working hard this month to make lap blankets and valentines for all 88 residents of the Cedar Hill Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Fantastic job giving back to the community!  

With the potential for an ice storm tonight, we want to ensure that all families are prepared in case we need to transition to remote learning tomorrow.

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's January Student of the Month winners!

• 9th Grade– Olivia Reiser
• 10th Grade– Ella Arnold
• 11th Grade– Katie Soxman
• 12th Grade– Nick Hage

McCormick Elementary School students had fun celebrating 100 days of school!

Moon Area Middle School has teamed up with the high school Speech and Debate Team to offer a clinic to 7th and 8^th grade students. Since October, high school officers have been coaching interested middle schoolers to prepare for competition. 

Four students competed at the North Allegheny Middle School Speech and Debate Tournament on Saturday, February 1, 2025. 

Congrats to Anay Lodha (8th grade) for placing 6^th in Congressional Debate and Eliana Vreeland (7th grade) for placing 5^th in Mixed Interpretation.  

Students in Mrs. Corcoran's class at Allard Elementary create a graph during their calendar routine each day.

Prior to Groundhog Day, students got to color and cut out their own groundhog. Then the class created a graph together in the hallway. Most students predicted that Phil would forecast an early spring with the reasoning that the weather recently got warmer than it had been. Other students predicted that the snow will come back in February! 

Phil saw his shadow on Saturday, predicting six more weeks of winter. 

If your child will be five years of age on or before September 1, 2025, it's time to register for kindergarten! If you know somebody who resides in Moon Township or Crescent Township and has a child who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2025, please share this information with them. 

The RUM Women's Hockey team recently visited Hyde Elementary School to assist in many classrooms. They did activities such as learning to solve math problems with visual and tactical instruction, listening to stories, and playing interactive games. The players were so patient and attentive to helping students. All the students were thrilled to have them help in their classrooms. 

An education and support virtual series that provides students, parents, families, staff, etc. the opportunity to learn and gain information from presenters from local organizations, agencies and businesses is available to MASD families and staff members. 

A monthly virtual presentation will be available. 

Click here for the full line up. 

We are writing to inform you about our Moon Area Elementary Redistricting Plan beginning at the start of the 2025-2026 school year. This plan was developed to balance enrollment across our elementary schools and ensure the best possible learning environment for all students. While this transition is still months away, we want to ensure families have ample time to prepare and receive all necessary information.

Students in Mrs. Otto's class at Brooks Elementary had fun celebrating 100 days of school! 

The Moon High School Key Club volunteered on Saturday at Global Links. The students sorted donated medical supplies that will be sent to countries in need. The volunteers enjoyed their day and hope to make this a monthly reoccurring volunteer opportunity.

Great work Key Club! 

Students in Mrs. Kephart's class at Brooks Elementary had fun celebrating 100 days of school! 

We want to ensure our families understand how this year's weather-related school closures will impact our school calendar.

As we previously shared, Thursday, April 17th, originally designated as part of spring break, will now be a regular school day. This change is necessary to make up for the snow day we had on Monday, January 6th.

The district designated Wednesday, January 22, 2025 as an Act 80 Day. This means students will not have to make up the day. 

The Moon High School Invention Lab students visited Covestro on January 13 to deliver their final presentation.

Students from Brooks Elementary School had an exciting opportunity to visit Robert Morris University to watch the women’s basketball team in action.

Students in kindergarten, first grade and second grade at Bon Meade Elementary school recently bundled up for a "Winter Wonderland" literacy night. The students engaged in different reading activities, crafts, and a "snowy" snack.   

Tre Tipton, former Pitt football player and current mental health advocate, recently visited Moon Area High School for a school-wide ROAR assembly. Tre shared his powerful story with our high school students and encouraged them to persevere through the hard times and lift each other up.

We are writing to inform you of important updates to our academic calendar and reporting schedule. Please review the following changes carefully:

Third grade students at Hyde Elementary School turned learning into an action-packed event with a verb relay race! 

With some serious chicken dance skills, students flapped, twirled, and raced across the classroom to collect verbs! Once they retrieved their verb, they showcased their understanding by identifying if it was in past, present, or future tense! 

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's December Student of the Month winners!

• 9th Grade: Avery Pacheco
• 10th Grade: Abby Gorrell
• 11th Grade: Reniza Ndoman
• 12th Grade: Jaia Holliday

Moon Area High School junior Abigail Ney has been selected to participate in the 2025 All-Eastern Orchestra! This prestigious ensemble will convene in Hartford, Connecticut at the end of April, bringing together some of the most talented young musicians from across the Eastern United States.

The Moon Angel Tree Program was able to support 191 of our students from all our buildings in all grade levels this year!

The wish lists were wide and varied, but the shoppers managed to procure everything from necessities like shoes, coats, clothes, socks, and toiletries; to wants of dolls, bikes, scooters, roller skates, sports jerseys, Lego sets, headphones, keyboards, easy bake ovens and even a guitar. 

Moon Area High School Key Club held a gift drive to provide a gift to each of the 61 students who attend the Mooncrest After-School Program. Members of the Key Club also volunteer there after school a few days per week to help the younger students with their homework.

During the winter season, the MAMS Girls' Chamber Choir performed at several events, showcasing their talent and spreading holiday cheer. Their performances included the Montour Heights Country Club Members’ Annual Christmas Party, caroling in Moon Township neighborhoods, the middle school and high school Winter Choral Concerts, and appearances at the Omni William Penn and the City County Building in downtown Pittsburgh.

Santa came to visit the good boys and girls in Ms. Fatica and Ms. Fisher's classrooms at Brooks Elementary School!

The students practiced their social skills while greeting Santa, answering questions, following directions, singing along with their peers and of course, thanking Santa for his gifts!  

Caitlin Butcher, a fifth grade student at Moon Area Middle School, recently won a contest to have her picture featured in the Pennsylvania Attorney General's drug-free calendar. 

On December 13, 2024, Danil Dzhalchinov, a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer from Amazon Web Services and a proud parent of two students at JH Brooks Elementary, hosted three  Hours of Code sessions for students in grades 2, 3 and 4. 

Congratulations to the High School String Orchestra and Honors Chamber Orchestra on an incredible Winter Concert! 

Mrs. Ludwig's Advanced Child Development class and Mrs. Mullen’s Mastery of Cooking classes recently teamed up with our preschool students to make holiday cookies! 

We celebrated the sounds of the season at our MAHS Winter Choral Concert in December.

Congratulations to our talented students on a beautiful performance!

McCormick Elementary School Student Council contributed to 96.1 Kiss FM's Stuff-A-Bus again this year. Thank you to everyone who donated to Stuff-A-Bus!

J.H. Brooks Elementary Top Brooks Bucks earners recently celebrated their positive behavior choices with "McD's with McG!"  

Meal coupons were raffled off, and an additional 25 students enjoyed McDonald's Happy Meals with Dr. McGahee as a special lunch treat! McD's with McG was made possible by the generous, on-going support of our local Moon Township McDonald's.

Club Hope partnered with the Middle School PTG to make 50 essential items kits to go along with the angel gifts for students at the middle school. All of the items were donated to the middle school through the PTG. 

Mrs. Lehman, Mrs. Cairns, and Club Hope students enjoyed being together for a service project supporting our community!  Mrs. Wilson even baked for Club Hope, so the students got to enjoy fresh baked cookies and hot cocoa after all of their hard work and efforts. 

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's November Student of the Month winners!

• 9^th Grade: Jaisen Siaca-Sanchez
• 10^th Grade: Bernice Trejo-Hernandez
• 11^th Grade: Aubrey Bennett
• 12^th Grade: Michaela Reynolds

The Moon Area School District and School Board are proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of our student athletes and teams this fall season. Their hard work, dedication, and excellence have brought great pride to our district and community. The MAHS Boys Varsity Soccer Team as well as MAHS Cross Country Runners Tyler Giunipero and Alyson Stepp were recognized at the School Board meeting on December 3.

It is with great pleasure that I present to you our 2024 annual report. As we reflect on another successful year, I am proud of the significant strides we have made in strengthening the academic programs that are at the core of our school district's mission.

Click here to read more in our 2024 annual report. 

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based framework designed to enhance the overall school climate by promoting positive behaviors and preventing unwanted behaviors. At its core, PBIS focuses on teaching and reinforcing positive behaviors rather than solely reacting to negative behaviors.

We are excited to announce that the Moon Angel Tree Program is returning this holiday season! Last year, we were overwhelmed by the incredible generosity of our Moon Area families, whose contributions helped fulfill the wishes, needs, and dreams of 129 Moon Area students, bringing joy to many families during the holiday season.

Miss Falcione’s kindergarten class at Allard Elementary celebrated with a Friendsgiving! They enjoyed delicious food, talked about things we were thankful for, and talked about friendship! 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Third grade students at Hyde Elementary School worked hard this week making their own balloons after reading "Balloons over Broadway." They made their own Array buildings and also wrote a persuasive writing on why the class should pick their balloon!

Mrs. DeCecco third grade students at Brooks Elementary School read "'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving" by Dav Pikley. After reading the book, the students created their own PowerPoint presentation with the goal of persuading someone to eat anything else besides turkey for Thanksgiving. 

The 3rd annual McCormick Thanksgiving Eve Parade was a success! Students started by listening to the book "Balloons Over Broadway," learning about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and how they make their balloons. Next, students worked hard creating their own balloon floats. Finally they showed off all their hard work to the staff and students at McCormick during their own parade. 

At Brooks Elementary School, Miss Fatica's students celebrated "Friendsgiving." They prepared green beans, corn, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, gravy, chicken, and stuffing! It was a delicious and fun way to celebrate Thanksgiving with friends! 

Moon Area High School students recently participated in Accounting Career Day, hosted by Herbein Accounting Firm on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Duquesne University.

Students enrolled in Accounting 1 and College in High School Accounting had the opportunity to engage in a hands-on financial statement analysis competition alongside approximately 200 students from 11 schools across the region.

The Moon Area Middle School faculty and staff would like to extend a giant thank you to the Moon Middle School PTG for stocking the teacher's lounge with snacks, drinks, and much needed classroom supplies! We are all so grateful for everything you do for us all year-round! 

It may still be relatively warm outside, but the possibility of winter weather is right around the corner. As we prepare for the possibility of weather-related delays and closings, we want to make sure families are as prepared as possible.    

McCormick Elementary School was ranked #5 in Pennsylvania by US News and World Report! 

Congratulations to our faculty, staff, students and families on this incredible achievement! 

The High School and Middle School Club Hope was invited to present at The Highmark Caring Place Summit in October. Members of Club Hope shared the activities that they do in honor of our loved ones and how we support grieving students in our schools.  

Allard Elementary School was honored with the prestigious Dan Henninger School Spirit Award, presented by WTAE-TV. This award, which includes "the Henninger" trophy and $2,500 in school supplies, recognizes Allard Elementary’s dedication to community spirit and service.

On November 11, 2024, J.H. Brooks Elementary School proudly celebrated Veterans Day with a heartfelt tribute to honor those who have served our country.

View more photos from the Veterans Day Assembly. 

View even more photos from the assembly on Flickr. 

Moon Area Middle School 8th grade student Ashley Hsu earned second place in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) essay contest!

The annual contest encourages students from across the region to explore historical topics and express their understanding through writing. 

Congratulations to Ashley on this fantastic achievement! 

Eighth grade student, Ellen Perrott, won the Pittsburgh Region of the American Chemical Society Illustrated Poem Poster Contest! This year’s theme, "Picture Perfect Chemistry," inspired Ellen’s creative entry, which won first place in the 6th-8th grade division.

Hyde Elementary School students and staff gathered to honor veterans on Veterans Day. In a heartfelt display of respect and unity, the entire school recited the Pledge of Allegiance together, followed by a moment of silence to remember and honor those who have fallen in service to our country.

This meaningful tribute allowed students to reflect on the sacrifices made by our nation’s heroes. Today -- and every day -- we honor our veterans and thank them for their dedication and service to our country. 

The Middle School honored veterans with a special Veterans Day assembly to recognize and appreciate those who serve our country.

In honor of Veterans Day, the MAMS Social Studies Department organizes an annual donation drive for our military.

Middle School students and staff can donate their unwanted Halloween candy and various basic care items to fill stockings and care packages for two local military outreach groups. After sorting everything, they deliver the candy and basic care items to Military Mission and Blue Star Mothers. The groups send out hundreds of care packages to deployed military all over the world with our candy and basic care items just in time for the holidays. 

James and the Giant Peach was a great success! Congratulations to the cast and crew on a wonderful show!

View photos from Jamie Greene/ Greene Photography. 

Moon Area High School received 2024 AP Honor Roll Silver Recognition!

The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering wide-reaching results for their students. The AP School Honor Roll offers schools recognition across four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.

Fourteen Moon Area High School students from Mr. Trapizona and Mr. D’Eramo’ s 12^th grade AP US Government and Politics classes participated in the “Senator for a Day” seminar, hosted by PA State Senator, Devlin Robinson’s on Thursday, October 18th at Robert Morris University UPMC Events Center.  

Moon Area High School students recently participated in the US Air Force's All Star Day. 

All Star Day is an opportunity for students to "experience hands-on learning, participate in leadership challenges, learn about different career fields, tour Air Force aircraft (C-17 and KC-135), see an F-16 fly by, and learn some leadership lessons from some community leaders."  

The 2nd annual Mary and Mike's Miles 5k fun run and walk was on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The event raised $10,000 for senior scholarships! The proceeds will go to seniors that are going into vocational training and higher education.

Seventh-grade Shark students are learning about sustainability by creating and maintaining a vermicomposting bin to reduce waste throughout the year. 

Students from Moon High School recently participated in the annual "Build on Skilled" Trades Career Fair at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

The event offered hands-on experiences and insights into skilled trades careers, inspiring students to explore opportunities in various trades industries. A highlight of the day was meeting the Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, adding a memorable moment to an already exciting event.

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's October Student of the Month winners!

• David Gallup - 9th grade
• Ben Inches - 10th grade
• Quinton Saunders - 11th grade
• Fin Dengel - 12th grade

The third grade students at Allard Elementary School brought their favorite characters to life in a creative way—by turning pumpkins into book characters! The students worked hard and showcased their fantastic imaginations on this project! 

The Moon Area Fire Department recently held an exciting fire safety assembly at Brooks Elementary School, where students engaged in important discussions on fire safety tips and learned how to stay safe during emergencies. The highlight of the day was the "Touch a Truck" experience, giving students a hands-on look at fire engines and equipment.

Thank you, Moon Fire Department, for educating and inspiring our young learners!

Mrs. Ludwig's Advanced Child Development classes hosted their annual Preschool Halloween Party! The high school students guided the preschoolers around the building for some fun trick-or-treating, creating sweet memories for everyone! 

Moon Area High School is proud to present James and the Giant Peach, November 7-10! With more than 120 students involved in this production, the students of the Moon Area High School Performing Arts Department are bringing the beloved Roald Dahl book to life on stage with music by the composers of The Greatest Showman!

Moon Area School District is one of two winners of the 28th Annual WPIAL Sportsmanship Award, which is presented by the Wilson Group. 

This is Moon’s third time collecting the WPIAL Sportsmanship Award, pulling our district into a tie for eighth all-time with Bethel Park, Indiana, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, Seneca Valley, Southmoreland, The Summit Academy, and Uniontown. The Tigers previously won in 2013-14 and 2020-21.

Red Ribbon Week (October 21-25) was a success at Moon Area Middle School!

The Middle School Counseling Department and Student Council partnered to offer activities to students during the week. This year’s national theme was “Life is a Movie, Film Drug-Free.” Many film-related activities were planned for the week.

Mr. Matt Gault, Director of Education at Fort Ligonier, recently visited the 8th grade social studies classes to present a lesson on the importance of the French and Indian War in our area. 

MASD administration is pleased to provide an update regarding the construction projects at Moon Area High School, Moon Area Middle School, Allard Elementary, Brooks Elementary, and Central Operations and Receiving.  As construction progresses, the district will continue to provide updates to the community.  

Click here to view the construction updates.

Allard Elementary School's October PBIS event was “Pumpkins with the Principal.”  Student winners were chosen from the tiger tickets from each homeroom. The winning students gathered to paint pumpkins with Dr. Kazmierczak, Allard Elementary Principal.

A special thank you to Mrs. Cogis and Mrs. Davies for assisting with this activity. 

Members of the student PBIS team at Allard Elementary School have a special job of being hall monitors. 

Twenty-four MAHS students recently enjoyed a beautiful fall day attending "Who Works the Rivers," a career exploration program provided by River Works Discoveries. This event allowed students to network with local professionals and participate in hands-on activities while exploring the diverse career opportunities available on Pittsburgh's three rivers. 

On October 19, the Moon Area High School Marching Band traveled to Newark, Delaware to compete in the 2024 Bands of America (BOA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Championship, presented by Yamaha. Bands of America Championships are the premier marching band events in the nation.

Dear Moon Area Community,

As the President of the Moon Area School Board and the Superintendent of Schools, we are dedicated to ensuring the success of our students and maintaining transparency within our community. We believe in the importance of facts and ensuring that accurate information is shared when it comes to matters affecting our district..

Moon Area High School students attended Accounting Career Day, which is organized by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA). The event was held at Robert Morris University on October 17.

Officer Hale recently visited kindergarten students at Allard Elementary School to talk to them about safety at school, at home and in the community. Thank you to Officer Hale!

The Moon and Crescent Fire Departments recently visited Bon Meade Elementary School to talk to students in kindergarten, first grade and second grade about the importance of fire safety.  

Need some extra help with math? Middle school students are invited to attend Math Lab as needed for tutoring before or after school. Whether you're prepping for a test, need extra support, or have a test to makeup we're here to help!

Before and after school hours available.

Click here for more details.

We are happy to announce that our MAHS Class of 2025 Senior Merch is up and ready to go!  There is an updated new design on the front of the shirts and all MAHS senior names printed on the back. It's great to purchase for son/daughter.  

All purchases will be made online through our supplier. Click here to order.

Officer Hale recently visited Hyde Elementary. He read to Mrs. Seiler's and Mrs. Shaver's classes and then everyone received a book to take home.

We had a wonderful Homecoming week at Moon Area School District! 

Moon Area High School life skills students recently enjoyed a field trip to visit Bitty & Beau’s Coffee Shop, which is located in the Strip District.

Congratulations to Moon Area High School's September Student of the Month winners!

• Vionna Evans - 9th grade
• Sierra Hartman - 10th grade
• Jared Moyer - 11th grade
• Robert Hardy - 12th grade

At 4:02 p.m., Moon Area School District officials and Moon Township Police both received a Safe2Say notification informing us of a safety incident on a Moon Area Middle School afternoon bus.  

We are thrilled to announce our September winners of the PBIS Program at Allard Elementary! These outstanding students have demonstrated exemplary behavior, and to celebrate their achievements, they were treated to a special "Room Service" event right in their classrooms.

The community festivities begin Thursday, October 3 in the evening with the Homecoming Parade and Carnival along Tiger Trail starting at 5:30 pm. We warmly invite all community members to come out and support the court and cheer for all our teams as they parade into the Pep Rally. Following the fun in the Stadium, our Homecoming Carnival will be in the upper lot until 8 pm with a ton of food, games, prizes, and so much more.  

The Moon Area High School Homecoming Court has been announced!

In addition, there are many fun events and activities planned for Homecoming week. 

Seven Moon Area High School students have been selected as 2025 Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program!

Congratulations to Shree Bhanushali, Josephine Einloth, Michael Farabaugh, Rylee Gehrlein, Shane Henry, Isaac Miller, and Shivank Sahoo on this outstanding accomplishment!

In honor of September 11th, Mrs. DeCerro's third grade class at Brooks Elementary School made thank you cards for our Moon Township police officers and firefighters to thank them for all they do for the community.

Great work, third grade! 

We understand that many of you have additional questions or concerns following the message we shared yesterday regarding the student who was found in possession of a weapon. While we are unable to provide every detail due to the ongoing investigation involving a minor, we want to keep you informed with the information we are able to share at this time. 

Earlier today, a weapon was found in the possession of a high school student. We want to assure you that the safety of all students and staff was never compromised, and there was no immediate threat to anyone on campus. The police were immediately notified, and the situation was handled swiftly. At no point was there any intent to harm students or staff. 

Kindergarten students in Ms. Lamb’s class at J.H. Brooks Elementary School learned about Patriot’s Day on September 11, 2024.

We understand that with recent tragic events, such as the school shooting in Atlanta and other incidents across the country, concerns about school safety are elevated. The safety of our students and staff is a top priority, and we want to reassure you that the Moon Area School District is deeply committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment. 

Gear up for fall with your favorite Moon Area Tiger items including sweatshirts, dry-fit shirts, pants, hats and more!

Click here to order. 

Click here to view the flyer.

Save the date for the West Pittsburgh College Fair! 

October 9, 2024
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Robert Morris University
UPMC Events Center

In partnership with the Moon Area School District, the Moon Township Police Department invites the adult public of school-aged children to a Safety Night on September 26 at 6 pm at the Moon Area High School Auditorium.

Hyde Elementary School third grade students kicked off the school year with a fun 3D Team Challenge!

Not all pets like the rain, so students were challenged to design an umbrella for their favorite pet! They worked as teams of scientists and engineers, researching ideas, investigating solutions, and improving their designs.

Dr. Kazmierczak, Allard Elementary Principal, and the Allard staff began the 2024-2025 school year by participating in a bee themed PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) staff activity aimed at getting everyone buzzing with excitement and positive energy for the start of the school year.  Staff shared, in small groups, how they are going to “bee the inspiration” for the students of Allard during the 2024-2025 school year. 

Seventh grade Hawks student competed in constructing a paper airplane in Mrs. Broderick’s science class. 

With limited materials available for use, the students had to use their communication skills and prior knowledge to make a great airplane. The winners for the contest were Lailah Metzler and Aubrey Pachero with their plane soaring 18.3 feet. 

Fly on girls!

Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) joined Moon Area School District officials and clean air advocates to celebrate the $10.57 million federal investment to provide thirty-eight fully electric buses to school districts around Pennsylvania’s 17^th Congressional District. Specifically, the leaders spotlighted the $1.2 million for Moon Area School District’s purchase of six new vehicles.  

Moon Area High School's Unified Bocce team was invited to participate in the grand opening ceremony of the new Moon Twp Sheetz in August.

Welcome back! The school year is off to a great start.

View photos from the first few days of school.

Wishing everyone a wonderful year.

Our first fifth grade open house orientation/community vendor event took place on Monday, August 19.

MAHS Class of 2024 Graduate Yearbook Pickup Day is Tuesday 8/20! MAHS Class of 2024 graduates only may pick up their yearbooks at the Student Entrance on Tuesday, August 20th between 9-11AM or 2-4PM. Friends and family may pick up books for other graduates, and all books will be signed for to keep accurate records of delivery.

On August 10th, four Moon Area Middle School students—DJ Gilbert, Max Kozlowski, Conner Patton, and Brandon Shedlock—graduated from the Allegheny County Camp Cadet program after being handpicked to participate in program. 

I hope you are all having a wonderful summer. While you still have a few weeks to enjoy your summer break, we’re busy preparing for the upcoming school year. I have included some information below that I hope you will find helpful.  

Nineteen 8th grade students recently participated in a day long hands-on engineering competition.

The Design Lives Here competition is part of a broader initiative that aims to equip teachers and students to engage in engineering activities throughout the entire semester.

Moon Area School District held Town Hall meetings at Hyde Elementary on March 4, 2024 and Brooks Elementary on March 6, 2024 to engage in an open discussion regarding our elementary school structure and the support systems we provide for our students.  I would like to thank everybody who attended the meeting.

The Moon Area Middle School PTG would like to thank its membership and the following businesses for their generous donations to this year's staff appreciation events!

Earlier this year, we shared information about the growth in our community and the potential need to redistrict our K-4 elementary schools. The district has been working closely with Davis Demographics to help us determine the best method to accommodate our growing student population with minimal disruption to our families.

Kindergarten Readiness Round-Up is coming up!

Who: All 2023-2024 kindergarten and new first grade students
What: Kindergarten Readiness Assessments
When: May 16, 2023 from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Where: Neighborhood Elementary School