Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8 is a neighborhood middle school located in Pittsburgh's Brookline community that serves the neighborhoods of Brookline, Bon Air, Carrick and Overbrook. A comprehensive middle school program is offered including a 90-minute communications block, a 90-minute mathematics block, science, and social studies. The program is enhanced by classes in art, music, instrumental music, and physical education. An extensive Special Education program is offered including gifted services and full inclusion for learning support students. Support services include a Developmental Advisor, a Student Assistance Program, and a partnership with TCV. We will hold ourselves accountable for preparing all children to achieve academic excellence and strength of character, so they have the opportunity to succeed in all aspects of life. We believe that all children can learn at high levels and teachers have a profound impact on student development. Education begins with a safe and healthy learning environment and families are an essential part of the educational process.

R.A.I.S.E is South Brook's PBIS a program to promote citizenship, academics, attendance, honesty, and responsibility. Students are recognized for following school rules, maintaining good attendance, and achieving academically with Titan Cash. Students will have the opportunity to win “rewards” at the School Store with their Titan Cash. Rewards can include school spirit items or clothing, special lunch privileges, or gift cards to name just a few!

Extracurriculars at South Brook include Student Council/Student Envoy, newspaper, yearbook, chorus, instrumental, mentoring, cheerleading, and National Junior Honor Society. Sports include after-school intramurals and interscholastic sports teams including volleyball, soccer, basketball, cross country, and wrestling.

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South Brook 6-8, located at 779 Dunster St, was built in 2001. The 2 story building a total area of 53,035 square feet.