Neha Sharma joined Steel City Aquatics to learn swimming, a goal since moving to the U.S. The program, responsive to adult demand, fosters safety and fitness, teaching essential skills. Many adults, often immigrants, find new opportunities to swim.
The Cornell School District, collaborating with five Pennsylvania districts, is reimagining senior year. Focused on actionable changes by April 2026, initiatives include examining classes and fostering internships. The district also is looking at utilizing AI to generate ideas that could help redesign K-12 education.
Moon Area girls soccer coach Bill Pfeifer celebrated his 400th win at the school and his 527th overall, as the Tigers blanked Bethel Park, 9-0. Recognized nationally, Pfeifer credits his success to players and staff. Meanwhile, the girls golf team suffered their first defeat this season against South Fayette.
Moon Area's girls soccer team defeated Fort LeBouef 2-1, led by Maddie Shaver and Ally D'Alesio's goals. In boys soccer, Moon Area and Montour also secured victories while Seton La Salle defeated Bishop Canevin, 22-7, in WPIAL football action Saturday night.
Matthew Koch's 2-under-par 33 led Moon Area to a boys golf victory over Montour 202-204, improving their record to 6-1. Meanwhile, Moon's girls golf won 189-201 against Trinity, with both Schild and Marasco scoring 44. Volleyball and boys soccer also reported results.
Property owners in the Montour School District won't see a tax increase for the 10th straight year, though possible changes loom due to declines in assessed property values. Carlynton also held the line on taxes while Cornell, Moon and Sto-Rox set higher millage rates.
Amanda Sappie, a Cornell Middle School science teacher, enhances student learning through AI, specifically using Class Companion for personalized feedback. Her participation in an AI fellowship led to improved writing scores and adoption of tools by other teachers, showcasing innovative teaching methods.