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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.

News & Announcements

Last Day To Purchase Ipad Insurance

Wednesday, October 2nd is the last day to purchase Ipad Insurance. Enjoy peace of mind knowing you’re covered! The cost is $20.00/Year and/or incident. Over the last few years, purchase of insurance has saved NKASD families over $14,000 on iPad repairs. Insurance includes: One accidental damage repair and replacement incident. Intentional damage, is NOT covered. We will replace a damaged brick or cable if you return it to us. Policy MUST be purchased within 30 days of device being issued and prior to the device experiencing a failure, damage or loss. If device is damaged before insurance policy is purchased, device is NOT eligible for coverage. If you have questions, please call the school office where your student attends. Please print the Insurance Form, place in a sealed envelope with payment, and turn it in to your child's Homeroom Teacher or school office. Only cash or money order will be accepted.

NKASD General School Board Meeting - Tuesday, October 1, 2024

The General School Board Meeting of the New Kensington-Arnold School Board will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Board Room at VJSHS, 703 Stevenson Boulevard, New Kensington, and also virtually via Microsoft Teams. Click the title above to join the Microsoft Teams Meeting.
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Valley Vikings Education Foundation

The Valley Vikings Education Foundation is a non-profit group that will be working to provide student scholarships, teacher grants, assemblies and other opportunities for the New Kensington-Arnold School District and community. This group is made up of local representatives from the district, community, and alumni of Valley. If you are interested in being a part of this new initiative, please let us know! You will find more information on the attached flyer. Our next meeting will be Monday, September 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room if anyone is interested in joining us! We need more members to help get this initiative going!
Everyday, we empower each of our students to reach their individual potential, learn to respect themselves and others, and to become lifelong learners.