News & Updates
SciTech COVID Reporting
January 15th 2022
We are committed to supporting our students and families who are experiencing the impact of direct exposure to COVID-19. The health and safety of our students and staff remains our number one priority. In an effort to expedite the response and support students and families receive from the SciTech Team, we are asking that parents use this SciTech COVID-19 Reporting Form: https://bit.ly/SciTechCOVID
Prospective Student Information
November 22nd 2021
The in-person SciTech tours were November 16th and 18th. There are no additional tour dates or open houses at SciTech. We encourage all students that are interested in attending SciTech to apply by the PPS Magnet deadline of Friday, December 10th. In early spring, once acceptances are finalized, there will be a mandatory new student orientation where tours and Q&A with students, staff and administration will occur.
Asynchronous Learning-11/29
November 19th 2021
Monday, November 29th has been changed to an asynchronous learning day for students.
Important Information from SciTech Administration
September 19th 2021
Find important updates from SciTech Administration HERE.
Annual Title 1 Meeting
September 7th 2021
You are invited to a meeting to learn about Title 1 at SciTech. Title 1 provides funding for our school for various areas. At this meeting, we will talk about our Title 1 program and be available to answer any questions you might have. We will explain:
• Curriculum at SciTech
• Title 1 Report
• State Assessment Proficiency Levels
• SciTech Changes for the 2021-2022 School Year
• Parent/Family Engagement
• Important Upcoming Dates
Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Microsoft Teams Join Link
Link to join will be sent via the SciTech email list. If you don’t already receive emails please sign-up today! https://bit.ly/scitechemaillist
Back to School Information
August 30th 2021
As a reminder, all of the Back to School Information documents can be found on our website: https://www.pittsburghscitech.com/back-to-school-information
We look forward to seeing all of our students this Friday!
Student Passwords Reset
August 27th 2021
PPS Office of Information Technology changed student passwords for enhanced security. This impacts all student accounts for HAC, email, Schoology, etc. New passwords are being sent by OIT via hard copy mail the week of August 30th. Individual schools do not have student passwords.
Student Schedules Available- Wednesday 8/25
August 24th 2021
SciTech students will be able to view their schedules in the Home Access Center (HAC) on Wednesday, August 25th.
PPS Hiring Student Transportation Ambassadors
August 19th 2021
ATTENTION SciTech Juniors and Seniors!
Pittsburgh Public Schools is looking to hire Student Transportation Ambassadors for the start of the 2021-22 school year. As a Student Transportation Ambassador, you will be responsible for assisting students in grades 6-9 with transitioning from utilizing Yellow Bus transportation to Port Authority Transit.
Students in the 11th and 12th grades are eligible to apply for this position. If you are interested in working as a Student Transportation Ambassador at SciTech, please apply to the job by clicking the following link: https://pghboe.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0uhXuP2UEk71A6G
Please note that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to attend a New Employee Orientation session Tuesday, August 24th or Wednesday, August 25th for 1.5 hours to complete your employment paperwork so that you can be hired as an employee. An invitation to attend the New Employee Orientation will be sent out to you via email on Monday, August 23, 2021. Additionally, Once you are hired you will be required to attend up to an additional 3 hours of orientation/training related to your job responsibilities.
Back to School Night- September 14th
August 12th 2021
Join us virtually for SciTech Welcome Back Night
When: Tuesday, September 14th
Time: 5:30-6:45pm
Link to join will be sent via the SciTech email list, if you don’t already receive emails please sign-up today! https://bit.ly/scitechemaillist
The schedule is as follows...
5:30-5:55
Updates for the 2021-2022 School Year- Dr. McNeil and Dr. Corris
5:55-6:00
Health Updates & Reminders- Mrs. Devlin, School Nurse Practitioner
6:00-6:25
Middle School Breakout Session with Staff
High School Breakout Session with Staff
6:25-6:45
Student Services Optional Drop-In Session- Ms. Shelton, Ms. Stewart, Mrs. Eidinger, Ms. Sevilla
Programs for Students with Exceptionalities (PSE) Optional Drop-In Session- Ms. Stubbs and Mrs. Kratsas
Camp Guyasuta- Cancelled
August 12th 2021
The 9th and 10th grade trip to Camp Guyasuta is cancelled and is not being rescheduled at this time.