Congratulations to our First LEGO League on their November 23rd competition at Sewickley Academy. Coach Meinert said that she is "...so proud of the hard work, determination, and perseverance this team has shown throughout the season."

We are excited to share some amazing news! Cornell School District has been recognized by AASA, The School Superintendents Association, as a “School to Watch”. This prestigious honor places us among only eight school districts in the nation recognized this year—six as “Lighthouse Districts” and two as “Schools to Watch.”

This recognition celebrates school districts that are exemplars of positive change in public education. It acknowledges our commitment to transforming education, raising student achievement, and ensuring no learner is left behind.

This accomplishment is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire school community—students, families, teachers, and staff. Your efforts make Cornell a place of growth, collaboration, and opportunity.

We Are Cornell!!!

As part of our Trailblazers project, students and teachers recently took a field trip to Montour Woods, guided by Autumn Anderson and Dillon Penrod from the Hollow Oak Land Trust. During the visit, students gained hands-on insights into the careful planning involved in trail design, including environmental considerations and sustainable building practices. This experience provided students with a deeper understanding of how trails are developed to minimize impact on the ecosystem while enhancing access and enjoyment for the community.

We are pleased to announce that Amanda Sappie has been selected for the AI Fellows Program through the AIU. Amanda will embark on a five-day intensive learning journey at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, where she will engage in hands-on exercises and discussions that explore practical applications of AI and its potential boundaries. Furthermore, she will attend the SXSW EDU conference in Austin, Texas, where she will complete capstone projects focused on AI topics that are relevant to Cornell. Congratulations, Mrs. Sappie!!!

Recently, Miriam Klein, the School Librarian, and Amy Palo, a High School Social Studies Teacher, were interviewed by EducationWeek for a recent report titled “News Literacy in America: A Survey of Teen Information Attitudes, Habits, and Skills.”

Cornell School District has completed a 14-month mission and vision project called Portrait of a Graduate. Cornell stakeholders were able to identify "6 Guiding Stars" that everyone aims to have our students demonstrate!