Dear Neighbor,

Last Friday, I had the privilege of celebrating Shaler Area Middle School’s recognition as a 2026 Don Eichhorn School to Watch. This honor reflects the unwavering commitment of the school’s educators and staff, who work every day to cultivate an environment that sparks intellectual curiosity and lays the foundation for lifelong learning. Their dedication to meeting the unique academic and social-emotional needs of middle school students is evident in every classroom. 

The School to Watch designation is not awarded lightly. Schools undergo a rigorous process that begins with a comprehensive application demonstrating alignment with the National Forum to Accelerate Middle Grades Reform’s criteria. Selected schools then host an in-depth site visit, where evaluators observe classrooms, engage with students, families, and staff, and review key indicators such as student achievement, school climate, and instructional quality. 

This recognition is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when educators, families, and students come together with a shared purpose. As schools across the Commonwealth look to Shaler Area Middle School as a model of excellence, I am proud to represent the Shaler Area School District. 

Be well,

Lindsay Powell

Mark your calendar for the second annual Family Fair! This block-party style?celebration brings together families from across our district for an afternoon of connection, resources, and fun.? 

Families can enjoy a Touch-a-Truck with Undercliff Volunteer Fire Company, hold real fossils with Carnegie Museum of Natural History, or learn ukelele with Millvale’s You be You Music. Alongside dozens of state and local resources, there will be a dunk tank, free sweet treats, and special appearances from beloved Pittsburgh mascots.?I hope to see you there! 

Due to ongoing construction by People’s Gas Company outside our district office, parking is restricted along the 51st block of Butler Street. Please be advised that parking will be restricted from now until July 8th. I understand this is a major inconvenience to neighbors looking to physically stop in our district office; folks are welcome to park along Stanton Avenue, 52nd Street, or the residential streets like Dresden Way and Carnegie Street behind the office. Feel free to call my office at (412) 781-2750 with any questions.

Mayor Corey O’Connor is launching a series of community engagement meetings across the city to gather firsthand feedback directly from residents about their priorities for the City of Pittsburgh’s 2027 capital and operating budgets. The forums are an opportunity for neighbors to provide their input for what the City should fund, where investments should be made, and how resources should be used. 

There will be multiple Budget Engagements held across the city: 

• May 26 at 6:00 PM at the Greenfield Healthy Active Living Center, 745 Greenfield Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217. Sign up here. 

• May 28 at 6:00 PM at the North Side Institutional Church, 302 W. North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Sign up here. 

• June 3 at 6:00 PM at the Catalyst Academy, 7061 Lemington Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. Sign up here. 

The Capital Budget supports projects to design, build, restore, maintain or acquire City-owned assets. The Operating Budget covers the day-to-day costs to run the local government. Those who cannot attend can fill out the online feedback form here. 

Shaler American Legion Post 785 and VFW Post 9199 will conduct a Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 25 at 11:30 AM. The service will be conducted at the flagstaff/cannon at the Mt. Royal Cemetery. 

Volunteers are needed to place flags on veteran graves on Friday, May 22 at 9:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:00 PM. 

?Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers?are back! Applicants must live in Allegheny County, be 60 years old by the end of 2026, and meet the annual income requirements of being at or below $29,526 for one person or $40,034 for a two-person household.? 

If these requirements apply to you, my office can mail you an application to be filled out and sent to the Allegheny Area Agency on Aging. Otherwise, you may stop by my district office for an application or apply online?here. Vouchers will begin distribution on June 1st and will be sent by mail directly to your home address.? 

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be bringing back their Summer Reading Program this year from June 1st – August 9th, with a kickoff event taking place in our community at the CLP-Lawrenceville on Friday, June 12th from 1:00 – 4:00 PM.? 

The goal for this year is for the city to collectively read 160,000 books, and readers will be eligible for a variety of fun prizes!? 

My dedicated staff is available to support you with a wide range of state government services! From assistance with unemployment claims to navigating PennDOT, we are here to work for you. 

 
Please contact my office at reppowell@pahouse.net or (412) 781-2750. 

District Office

5154 Butler Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15201

(412) 781-2750

Pennsylvania State Capitol
 106 B East Wing

Main Capitol Building

P.O. Box 202021

Harrisburg, PA 17120-2021

(717) 783-9114

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