Town Hall Meeting
Town Hall Meeting
August 11, 2020 @ 6:00 P.M.
August 11, 2020 @ 6:00 P.M.
Recording of the August 5, 2020, Special School Board Voting Meeting
BSSD has adjusted thr school calendar to postpone the start of school. Students' first day will be Tuesday, September 8, 2020. This is the Tuesday after labor day.
BSSD has adjusted thr school calendar to postpone the start of school. Students' first day will be Tuesday, September 8, 2020. This is the Tuesday after labor day.
STUDENTS' FIRST DAY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8.
STUDENTS' FIRST DAY TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8.
Thank you
Blairsville - Saltsburg Virtual Academy
Blairsville - Saltsburg Virtual Academy
Online School Program Information
Online School Program Information
Videos
Videos
- The Edgenuity Student Experience - Tour of the student experience
- Edgenuity Demo- Algebra I Student and Teacher Experience - Student and Teacher experiences in Edgenuity’s Algebra I course (Length: 3:26)
- Edgenuity’s Instructional Services for K-5 - Information on K-5 curriculum and instruction for full-time virtual students (Length: 4:57)
Below are documents regarding the reopening of schools
Below are documents regarding the reopening of schools
Superintendent
Superintendent
Superintendent – Blairsville-Saltsburg School District, Blairsville, PA. Appointment on/about Fall 2020. Enrollment approximately 1400; grades K-12. Successful candidate will be a strong leader with the ability to interact effectively with all staff members and demonstrate a sincere interest in the education of all students. Must be skilled in motivating and evaluating staff; be knowledgeable on educational trends; have a record of fiscal responsibility; and ability to establish a culture of professional and academic excellence. Salary negotiable and will be competitive, based on training and experience, qualifications and meeting board criteria including but not limited to the skills listed above. PA letter of eligibility required.
Superintendent – Blairsville-Saltsburg School District, Blairsville, PA. Appointment on/about Fall 2020. Enrollment approximately 1400; grades K-12. Successful candidate will be a strong leader with the ability to interact effectively with all staff members and demonstrate a sincere interest in the education of all students. Must be skilled in motivating and evaluating staff; be knowledgeable on educational trends; have a record of fiscal responsibility; and ability to establish a culture of professional and academic excellence. Salary negotiable and will be competitive, based on training and experience, qualifications and meeting board criteria including but not limited to the skills listed above. PA letter of eligibility required.
Please direct questions to Philip Martell, Acting Superintendent – martellphilip@b-ssd.org.
Please direct questions to Philip Martell, Acting Superintendent – martellphilip@b-ssd.org.
Interested candidates will need to provide a signed cover letter, resume, PA Standard Application, PA letter of eligibility, Act 24 clearance, current Act 34 and Act 151 clearances and FBI fingerprints (dated within 1 year), Act 126 - Mandated Reporter Certificate, and letters of reference. Sealed university transcripts will need to be ordered and mailed to Blairsville- Saltsburg School District, attention: Ms. Alice Santoro santoroalice@b-ssd.org, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717. EOE
Interested candidates will need to provide a signed cover letter, resume, PA Standard Application, PA letter of eligibility, Act 24 clearance, current Act 34 and Act 151 clearances and FBI fingerprints (dated within 1 year), Act 126 - Mandated Reporter Certificate, and letters of reference. Sealed university transcripts will need to be ordered and mailed to Blairsville- Saltsburg School District, attention: Ms. Alice Santoro santoroalice@b-ssd.org, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717. EOE
Application packets are due in the district office no later than September 30, 2020.
Application packets are due in the district office no later than September 30, 2020.
Director of Educational Technology
Director of Educational Technology
Blairsville-Saltsburg School District has an immediate opening for a Director of Educational Technology at Blairsville-Saltsburg School District. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education, current PA Teaching Certificate, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems (or related field) preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of successful full-time experience as a classroom teacher, and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience delivering and integrating technology in instructional programs for Pre K-12 students is preferred. The candidate may also be required to obtain and/or maintain additional certification(s) based on requirements of system(s) currently in use and/or the Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements. This position is within the Act 93 Agreement. Application packets are due by August 19, 2020.
Blairsville-Saltsburg School District has an immediate opening for a Director of Educational Technology at Blairsville-Saltsburg School District. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Education, current PA Teaching Certificate, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems (or related field) preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of successful full-time experience as a classroom teacher, and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience delivering and integrating technology in instructional programs for Pre K-12 students is preferred. The candidate may also be required to obtain and/or maintain additional certification(s) based on requirements of system(s) currently in use and/or the Pennsylvania Department of Education requirements. This position is within the Act 93 Agreement. Application packets are due by August 19, 2020.
Send letter of interest, resume, credentials, transcripts, PA Standard Teacher Application, letters of reference, all current clearances (PA Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse history clearance, FBI fingerprinting clearance), and Act 126 to the following address or e-mail santoroalice@b-ssd.org:
Send letter of interest, resume, credentials, transcripts, PA Standard Teacher Application, letters of reference, all current clearances (PA Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse history clearance, FBI fingerprinting clearance), and Act 126 to the following address or e-mail santoroalice@b-ssd.org:
Blairsville-Saltsburg School District Attn: Superintendent’s Office 102 School Lane Blairsville, PA 15717
Blairsville-Saltsburg School District Attn: Superintendent’s Office 102 School Lane Blairsville, PA 15717
Business Manager
Business Manager
The Blairsville-Saltsburg School District is accepting applications for a BUSINESS MANAGER. Successful candidate must be knowledgeable in budgeting, financial planning, cash management, governmental accounting, federal and state reporting requirements related to school finance, school operations, bidding, fund accounting, taxation issues, transportation, school safety, food service, school construction.
The Blairsville-Saltsburg School District is accepting applications for a BUSINESS MANAGER. Successful candidate must be knowledgeable in budgeting, financial planning, cash management, governmental accounting, federal and state reporting requirements related to school finance, school operations, bidding, fund accounting, taxation issues, transportation, school safety, food service, school construction.
Responsibilities include collective bargaining and contract administration, payroll, employee benefits, purchasing, insurance, investments, debt service, accounting, transportation, school safety, implementing unified grant guidance regulations and food service. Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, accounting or similar related discipline.
Responsibilities include collective bargaining and contract administration, payroll, employee benefits, purchasing, insurance, investments, debt service, accounting, transportation, school safety, implementing unified grant guidance regulations and food service. Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, accounting or similar related discipline.
Master's Degree or CPA is strongly preferred. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a Pennsylvania school district as a business manager and/or equivalent experience with business and administrative functions in a Pennsylvania School District, including at least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity. Please direct questions to Philip Martell, Acting Superintendent - martellphilip@b-ssd.org. Letter of interest, resume, three (3) letters of recommendation, Acts 34, 151, and 114 clearances - Act 126 - Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, and transcripts should be sent to Mrs. Alice Santoro - santoroalice@b-ssd.org, Blairsville - Saltsburg School District, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717. Application packets are due in the district office no later than September 30, 2020. EOE
Master's Degree or CPA is strongly preferred. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in a Pennsylvania school district as a business manager and/or equivalent experience with business and administrative functions in a Pennsylvania School District, including at least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity. Please direct questions to Philip Martell, Acting Superintendent - martellphilip@b-ssd.org. Letter of interest, resume, three (3) letters of recommendation, Acts 34, 151, and 114 clearances - Act 126 - Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, and transcripts should be sent to Mrs. Alice Santoro - santoroalice@b-ssd.org, Blairsville - Saltsburg School District, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717. Application packets are due in the district office no later than September 30, 2020. EOE
Chemistry Teacher
Chemistry Teacher
The Blairsville-Saltsburg School District will be hiring a High School Chemistry teacher. Dually certified teachers preferred. This position is a permanent, full-time bargaining unit position. Submit letter of interest, resume, PA Standard teacher application, appropriate certifications, transcripts, letters of professional recommendation, current clearances, including Act 24, 34, 114, 151 & 168 (applications on district website under employment opportunities), and current Act 126 certificate to: Office of the Superintendent, Blairsville-Saltsburg School District, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717 or e-mail santoroalice@b-ssd.org no later than August 21, 2020. EOE
The Blairsville-Saltsburg School District will be hiring a High School Chemistry teacher. Dually certified teachers preferred. This position is a permanent, full-time bargaining unit position. Submit letter of interest, resume, PA Standard teacher application, appropriate certifications, transcripts, letters of professional recommendation, current clearances, including Act 24, 34, 114, 151 & 168 (applications on district website under employment opportunities), and current Act 126 certificate to: Office of the Superintendent, Blairsville-Saltsburg School District, 102 School Lane, Blairsville, PA 15717 or e-mail santoroalice@b-ssd.org no later than August 21, 2020. EOE
Parents/Guardians,
Parents/Guardians,
This is a reminder, this is the last meal pick up service on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 from 11:30 AM till 1:00 PM.
This is a reminder, this is the last meal pick up service on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 from 11:30 AM till 1:00 PM.
For Blairsville, we will be at the High School next to the office: Entrance B
For Blairsville, we will be at the High School next to the office: Entrance B
For Saltsburg, we will be in the rear of the building, parent pick up location to elementary school: Entrance J
For Saltsburg, we will be in the rear of the building, parent pick up location to elementary school: Entrance J
Follow normal parking lot traffic patterns to exit.
Follow normal parking lot traffic patterns to exit.
Welcome to Blairsville Saltsburg School District
Welcome to Blairsville Saltsburg School District
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102 School Lane
102 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
Blairsville, PA 15717
Phone 724-459-5500
Phone 724-459-5500