School News & Announcements

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    Register For Morning Tours With This Link

     

     

    Middle School Sports Are Starting

    Co-ed Cross Country— come to the parking lot after school on Monday afternoon to start running.  Contact Coach Lofton with questions

    Boys Volleyball— Contact Coach Walker rwalker1@pghschools.org with questions

    Girls Volleyball— Contact Coach Hudgins chudgins1@pghschools.org with questions

    Students must have a completed physical to be able to compete.

     

     

    Sport Physical Forms 2023

     

     

    College Scholarship Website

    Check out this website for a listing of college scholarships available 

    https://sites.google.com/pghschools.org/obamaacademyscholarships/home

     

    Logging Service Activities

    Use the link below to log service and extracurricular activities.

    https://tinyurl.com/eaglesservice

    Eagle Times

    Stay current with the latest issues of Obama Academy's student newspaper.

    https://theeagletimes.org/

     Report Cards and Progress Reports will no longer be mailed home.  The link to the flyer below gives directions on how to check your student's academic progress online.

    How to log into HAC

    DON'T MISS OUT-

    BE SURE TO FIND OUT ABOUT EVERYTHING GOING ON AT THE OBAMA ACADEMY 
     
    Join the Email List: E-blasts are sent that includes everything happening at Obama (important things during the school day, after school events, sporting events, important upcoming dates, etc.) This is the ABSOLUTE BEST way to stay informed. To join go to: email blast sighn up
     
    Like the Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12 Facebook Page: Follow us on Facebook Barack Obama Academy of International Studies 6-12
     
     
    Follow us on Instagram: Follow our Instagram account obamaacademynews for up to the minute information about everything happening at Obama (sports, arts celebrations, important events etc.)
     
    Talking Points App: Talking Points is a service PPS has that enables Obama teachers and staff to communicate with families via messaging. You can receive information via text message or through the Talking Points app. At Obama we will be utilizing this tool throughout the school year for class-specific and school wide communication! Download “TalkingPoints for Parents” in your app store!
     
    Family & Parent Engagement Policy: Find the Obama Family and Parent Engagement Policy online at http://discoverpps.org/obama/resources. Hard copies available upon request.
     
    Are you 14-17 Years Old?
    Would you like to get a part time job?
     
    If you answered "Yes" to these questions, the you need to get a work permit.
     
    Open the PDF below to find out how.
     
     
    Obama Academy Online Code of Conduct
    Click here for a copy
     
     
  • IMPORTANT LINKS
     
     
    If your child tests positive for, or is exposed to, Covid 19 please report it with the link below to help ensure everyone's safety.
    This information goes only to administration and Nurse Beaumont.
     
     
    Early Dismissals
    Students who are going to leave early must either bring a note to the main office when they arrive, or have a parent or guardian fill out the link below.  Please only call on the phone for early dismissals in emergency situations.
     
     
    Absence Forms
    Every time a student misses school, they must submit an excuse note within 3 days for it to be considered an excused absence.  Notes can be turned in to your child's homeroom teacher, or use the form below to submit your absence form online.
     
     
     
    Request a new bus pass ID
     
    Email Blasts
    Get email blasts sent right to your inbox with the most up to date information available.  
      
     
  • The IB Learner Profile
    is a list of 10 characteristics that IB schools around the world hope to develop in their students, staff, and families.
     
    How many of these traits did you demonstrate today?
    Principled
    Reflective
    Inquirer
    Caring
    Knowledgeable
    Thinker
    Open-Minded
    Communicator
    Risk-Taker
    Balanced  
     
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District News

  • Slime the Teacher Event-Pittsburgh Phillips K-5

    Slime the Teacher Event-Pittsburgh Phillips K-5

    Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 had a slime the teacher event today to celebrate working hard to be respectful all month as part of their PBIS incentive. Third grade teacher Mrs. ElSabbagh was the brave staff member who was selected by students and families through a raffle at Back to School Night.

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  •  Superintendent Dr. Wayne N. Walters Named Inaugural Honoree of The Plant A Seed Experience

    Superintendent Dr. Wayne N. Walters Named Inaugural Honoree of The Plant A Seed Experience

    Superintendent Dr. Wayne N. Walters has been named the inaugural honoree of The Plant A Seed Experience. The experience supports the work of Plant A Seed Children’s Partnership Inc., which through its Working Supportive/Mentoring Curriculum supports youth with life skills that will guide them to better conflict resolution and decision-making - planting comprehensive skills for tomorrow’s generation today.

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  • Proud to Celebrate Americas Healthiest Schools

    Twelve school across Pittsburgh Public Schools are among the 781 schools nationwide to be named as America’s Healthiest Schools for the 2022-2023 school year. The recognition, awarded by Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation), a leading children’s health organization, honors schools’ dedication to supporting the health and well-being of students, staff, and families.

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