Mrs. Betsy Hess

Department Chairman: Health and Physical Education
Wellness Education Teacher

Background:

I graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1989 with a BS in Education. After teaching overseas, I moved to Upper St. Clair in 1991. I have been teaching at Upper St. Clair High School since 1992. I received my masters from Duquesne University in School Administration. I live in Upper St. Clair with my husband and three children.

Phone: 412-833-1600 ext. 2661 Email: ehess@uscsd.k12.pa.us

Courses Taught:

I teach Wellness 9 (Health). Wellness 9 (Health) is a required course for all freshmen. This class provides students with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students will learn the importance of making healthy choices throughout their lives and that all choices have consequences, both short and long term.