Congratulations to our outstanding A.W. Beattie students on their achievements at the Pennsylvania SkillsUSA and FCCLA competitions.

Cassidy Auth earned a gold medal in the Promotional Bulletin Board category and will advance to the national SkillsUSA competition this June in Atlanta, Georgia.

Anisten Jackson received a silver medal in Extemporaneous Speaking.

A.W. Beattie students were also awarded three of the four statewide Rex Wright Memorial Scholarships, presented by the PA Youth Foundation. These scholarships range from $750 to $1,500. We’re proud to share that Cassidy Auth is one of the recipients.

FCCLA students had a strong showing as well, earning six state championships. Congratulations to all participants, including Northgate's Juliana Shane, who earned first place in Baking and Pastry.

We are proud of all our students for their hard work, dedication and success at the state level. Well done!

On April 8th, students from Bellevue and Avalon Elementaries had the opportunity to attend the Children’s Choice Awards at Commonwealth Charter Academy. This was an unforgettable experience for all students involved. They had the exciting opportunity to compete in a fun book competition against students from other schools, showing off their reading knowledge and teamwork skills.

A highlight of the day was an inspiring talk by the renowned author Matthew Holm, who shared insights from his writing journey and offered valuable advice to the young readers. The event concluded with a dance party and sing-along with Josh and Gab, where students celebrated their achievements and had a blast.

Between the competition, meeting fellow book lovers and enjoying the lively atmosphere, the students had a fantastic time celebrating their love of books!

This year, the 5th grade team from Bellevue Elementary School was the only team from Northgate Odyssey to advance from the regional tournament to the Pennsylvania Odyssey of the Mind (OM) State Finals, which took place at Pocono Mountain East High School on April 5th.

We are proud to announce that the team earned 4th place in their problem and division. They are especially excited to have set a new team record for the weight their balsa wood structure could hold. This year, their structure supported an impressive 745 lbs—surpassing their previous record of 510 lbs! To put this in perspective, their balsa wood structure weighed just 18 grams (0.63 ounces), about the same as three sheets of 8"x11" paper, yet it held the equivalent weight of a V8 engine.

In addition to their structural achievement, the team also excelled in the creativity of their skit. They portrayed an imaginary coral world where color is a vital food source, threatened by a frosty monster who covers the coral in a blanket of snow. This skit was entirely team-created, including the concept, script, costumes, and set design.

Although their Odyssey of the Mind journey for this year has come to a close, they can be incredibly proud of their outstanding performance. This marks the third consecutive year that this team has competed at the Pennsylvania State Finals.

The Northgate School Board has approved a two-hour delay start for high school students on May 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 21st and 22nd due to Keystone testing. Students who need to take a Keystone Exam will arrive at the regular time on the days of their Keystone Exams.

This delay will only affect high school students who are not scheduled to test on those days. A.W. Beattie and the Middle School will operate on their regular schedules during these dates.

Please make sure to adjust your schedule accordingly. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the school.

To Northgate Middle School Parents and Families:

As we approach the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) testing during the weeks of April 21 and April 28, we want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of students doing their very best on these assessments. The PSSA is a valuable opportunity for students to demonstrate what they have learned throughout the year in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science (for 8th grade only). 

The PSSA exams will be administered on the following dates:

English Language Arts: Tuesday, April 22, Wednesday, April 23, and Friday, April 25

Mathematics: Monday, April 28 and Tuesday, April 29

Science (Grade 8 only): Wednesday, April 30 and Thursday, May 1

We sent additional details home to families and you should be receiving this in the mail soon. The information is linked here as well.

Thank you!

Dr. Nancy Bowman, Principal

Mr. Mike Wagstaff, Assistant Principal

Join us on Saturday, May 24, 2025, for Northgate School District's Kennywood Picnic! It’s going to be a fun-filled day and we’ve got the ticket details for you.

For those attending the School Picnic on May 24th, the Early Bird Offer is available for tickets purchased by May 10th at $31.99 + Fees. After May 10th, the price will be $35.99 + Fees. If you choose to visit on another date before July 13th, you can still purchase a ticket for $37.99 + Fees but be sure to buy by June 30th.

To take advantage of these offers, use the promo codes: northgate for the May 24th picnic date or northgateflex for any other date of your choice. You can purchase tickets here. We hope to see you there!

Summer is right around the corner and it's the perfect time to sign your kids up for an unforgettable experience! Whether they're into arts, science or adventure, there's a camp for everyone.

Don't wait—spaces are filling up fast! Secure your spot today and give your child the opportunity to make lasting memories, learn new skills and have tons of fun this summer.