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Everyday, we empower each of our students to reach their individual potential, learn to respect themselves and others, and to become lifelong learners.

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The mission of the New Kensington-Arnold School District, a vibrant and inviting centerpiece of the community, is to ensure that each student is prepared, inspired, and motivated to be a successful contributing citizen of an ever-evolving global society by engaging and challenging students with personalized instruction, teaching excellence, innovative technology, and high expectations for superior academic achievement while embracing our unique traditions, heritage, and diversity in a safe, nurturing, student-centered environment.

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News & Announcements

Education Committee Meeting - Cancelled

Please be advised that the Education Committee Meeting, which was originally scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Athletic Committee Meeting - Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The New Kensington-Arnold School Board will have an Athletic Committee Meeting on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington. The meeting is open to the public.

NKASD General School Board Meeting - Rescheduled to Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School District that was scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, and also virtually via Microsoft Teams. Information for joining the virtual meeting will be available on the NKASD Website the day of the meeting. This meeting is open to the public.

2-Hour Delay - Monday, September 29, 2025

On Monday, September 29, 2025, the New Kensington-Arnold School District will be implementing a 2-hour delay for students. This decision has been made to accommodate essential professional development activities for our dedicated faculty members.

During this time, our teachers will engage in important training sessions aimed at enhancing their skills and knowledge, ultimately benefiting the educational experience of our students. We appreciate your understanding and support in allowing our faculty the opportunity to continue their professional growth.

Please ensure that students arrive at their bus stops or schools exactly two hours later than their usual times.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

2026 NKASD Distinguished Alumni Award Nominations

The New Kensington-Arnold School District is seeking nominations for its Distinguished Alumni Award for the class of 2026. Appropriately nominated alumni will represent the best of the communities of Arnold and New
Kensington. They are role models for our students to look up to and a source of great pride for the school district. Consideration will be given to candidates that have made outstanding contributions in, but not limited to, the areas of athletics, business, education, journalism, law, manufacturing, medicine, performing arts, public service, science, and the trades. The deadline for nominations is December 1, 2025. Click the title above to nominate a Distinguished Alumni.

NKASD General School Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 7, 2025

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School District will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, and also virtually via Microsoft Teams. Click the title above to join the virtual meeting. This meeting is open to the public.

NKASD Education Committee Meeting - Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The New Kensington-Arnold School Board will have an Education Committee Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington. The meeting is open to the public.

NKASD General School Board Meeting - Tuesday, September 9, 2025

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School District will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, and also virtually via Microsoft Teams. Click the title above to joining the virtual meeting. This meeting is open to the public.

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Everyday, we empower each of our students to reach their individual potential, learn to respect themselves and others, and to become lifelong learners.