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2024
November 2024
Veterans Day Ceremony
October 2024
Photo Gallery: Third graders visit Gilfillan Farm
September 2024
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Week
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August 2024
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June 2024
Student club hosts clothing swap
Fort Couch students excel in national bees
Junior earns gold and silver at PA Special Olympics
Fort Couch team hits science challenge homerun
USC awards 322 diplomas to the Class of 2024
Thank you and best wishes to our 2023-24 retirees
Photo Gallery: 2024 Red Carpet
USCHS produces third lip dub
Junior finishes second at statewide esports championships
May 2024
Junior raises $10,000 for charity
Photo Gallery: Community Day 2024
Streams raises $3,291 for Children’s Hospital
USCHS students kick-off Special Olympics torch run
USCHS students honored at Awards Night -14330
Senior to experience South Korea on language exchange scholarship
Nine named to May Deans’ List
Fort Couch dominates math competition
AP Biology students participate in mobile science program
Elementary schools welcome home their graduating seniors
Boyce & Fort Couch sweep Envirothon
Junior advances to All-Eastern Honors Band
School counselor co-authors chapter on college & career readiness
Senior inducted to National Technical Honor Society
Eighth graders finish 2nd in PA STEM challenge
Four qualify for FBLA nationals
Middle school poems selected for publication
Seniors celebrate Decision Day
USCHS students host fifth grade coding camp
April 2024
Program honors nine artists and writers
USC gymnast qualifies for national championships
Music ensembles earn Superior and Excellent ratings
Student Council leads Take Your Child to Work Day activities
Three advance at Tournament of Champions
Seven named Outstanding Young Citizens-14305
Four complete Westinghouse Science Honors Institute
USCHS named among the BEST
Four named to April Deans’ List
Two teams advance to Odyssey World Finals
7th grader placed first at history bee regional finals
Three earn medals at FCCLA state conference
CAPS program receives grant to add virtual reality project
National Honor Society inducts record number
Nine named National Merit Finalists-14290
Students craft 500 friendship bracelets for charity gala
Middle schools excel in PA Math League
USCHS Student Council earns national award
Future problem solvers advance to international competition
Three named to All-State Orchestra
Junior named one of six Junior Women of Achievement
USC honored as Best Community for Music Education
8th grader crowned regional spelling bee champ for the third time
March 2024
Baker welcomes readers from Friendship Village
Speech & Debate wins 5th state title
Wrestler places third in PA
USCHS team medals in four science events
Three advance to national academic bees
Inline hockey teams earn gold
Fort Couch reaches science bowl final four
Three selected for Western Region Orchestra
World language students earn top marks in Japanese contest
German Day nets awards and great memories
Fort Couch STEM team qualifies for states
Eight named to March Deans’ List-14265
Eight teams advance to Odyssey of the Mind State Finals
Three teams advance Future Problem Solving State Bowl
Two named to All-State Band
Senior named 2024 Coca-Cola Scholar
School Board member recognized for service
February 2024
Juniors take part in Financial Reality Fair
Slice of Success: Celebrating fraction mastery with pizza party
Fort Couch finishes No. 5 at international competition
USC students shine at Asia Challenge
German teacher named WTAE’s Teacher of the Month
Dr. Wagner named Penguins MVP
Four musicians named to PMEA ensembles
Teams think on their feet at Spontaneous Fun Day competition
Decade of Innovation: USCHS STEAM course hits 10-year mark
Sibling duo advances to Shakespeare finals
Middle school students excel at America Bowl
Valentine Grams raise more than $1,700 for Children’s Home
USCHS junior establishes local chapter of Cake4Kids
Guitarist places first at music competition
USCHS literary arts magazine earns first place honors
Seven named to February Deans’ List
USC students perform in Footloose – Feb. 8-10
January 2024
Players and coach selected for PIHL All-Star game
Three selected for PMEA District orchestra
Six qualify for PMEA region choir
Several qualify for state technology conference
Fort Couch advances to national Future City competition-14226
Senior named Coca-Cola Regional Finalist
Fort Couch flutist places first in music competition
Boyce students finish second in Fairchild Challenge
14 selected for Health Professionals Prep
Trivia contest win helps fund service trip
Holiday Hoops supports Make-A-Wish
Eight named to January Deans’ List
7th graders’ poems selected for publication
Speech & Debate coach earns Diamond Award
2023
December 2023
USCHS teams finish second in robotics challenge
Fort Couch Reach Out exceeds $22,000 for charities
Career Day features more than 20 professions
Robotics team advances to state competition
Boyce project spreads kindness and compassion
Fort Couch team earns gold at History Bowl
USCHS named to new AP School Honor Roll
Students earn top finishes at Model EU
Children’s author visits Baker and Streams
USCHS kicks off Global Education Week on World Kindness Day
Nine selected for UPMC cardiology program
Five advance to state DECA competition
November 2023
14 selected for district choir
USC teams excel at Lit. Fest!
Boyce Girl Scouts brighten the Thanksgiving holiday for others
Seven named to November Deans’ List
Japanese classes join World Food Day campaign
Fort Couch celebrates International Education Week-14186
All USC elementary & middle schools named Best in Pa.
7th grader to star in Nutcracker
Photo Gallery: Baker hosts A Salute to Our Veterans
Photo Gallery: Honoring our Veterans
Three selected for Honors String Orchestra
USCHS welcomes home Athletic Hall of Fame inductee
CAPS course focuses on financial literacy & career readiness
Eight named to district jazz ensembles
October 2023
USCHS students earn top finishes at Model UN
Board member honored for outstanding contributions to public education
Student recognized for bus safety poster
Marching band earns top scores at PIMBA competition
Leadership Academy recognized for excellence
Senior named 2024 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist
Kindness is a superpower at USC
Nine to attend district band festival
Excitement for Courtyard Crew grows at Boyce
Photo Gallery: Marching Band Homecoming Tour
8th grader named essay contest top winner
Nine selected for PMEA Honors Band
Freshmen Field Day creates connections
Five named to October Deans’ List
Photo Gallery: Homecoming 2023
September 2023
Speech & Debate named Top 100 in the nation
Sixth grader earns silver in Great Race age group
USCHS students share their love of robotics with area youth
USCHS students sign-up for 100+ clubs
USCHS students explore technology-based career pathways
18 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
Boyce named a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School
Soccer coach reaches 300 career wins
Nine named National Merit Semifinalists-14124
USCHS senior reaches finals in international Chinese music competition
Photo Gallery: New family welcome event
August 2023
Fort Couch student holds Guinness World Record
USCHS named among the nation's BEST high schools
127 named AP Scholars
Photo Gallery: First day at Streams Elementary!
Photo Gallery: First Day at Eisenhower!
Photo Gallery: First day at Baker!
Photo Gallery: USCHS First Day of School
Photo Gallery: Fort Couch - First Day of School
Photo Gallery: Boyce First Day of School
USC staff kicks-off the 2023-24 school year
USCHS Leadership Academy serves more than 125
July 2023
USC senior to open 2023-24 season of the Chamber Orchestra of Pittsburgh
FC Leadership Academy focuses on community service
Photo Gallery: Nearly 100 attend annual elementary STEAM camp
Three advance to national track championships
USCHS senior places 10th at FBLA Nationals
Photo Gallery: USC hosts 3rd annual Miracle League camp
Growing up and growing older together – a 30-year story of celebrating friendship
Student places first in statewide poster contest
Recent graduate earns Human Relations Award
June 2023
Speech & Debate excels at national tournaments
Student-led club supports local animal shelter
Rising sophomore competes internationally on U.S. National Soccer Team
Thank you and best wishes to our 2022-23 retirees
USCHS celebrates the Class of 2023
7th grader reaches spelling bee national quarterfinals
Physics students compete in annual cardboard boat race
Photo Gallery: Red Carpet-14049
Three excel in national academic competitions
29 Streams students complete Girls on the Run 5K
Boyce Girl Scouts earn Bronze Award
Junior selected for international program
Sophomore named World Affairs Council Fellow
USCHS seniors volunteer at Friendship Village prom fashion show
May 2023
USC named Pennsylvania’s top school district
Eight named to May Deans’ List-14030
USC freshman to attend FBI Youth Leadership Program
Ultimate frisbee crowned champions
Photo Gallery: Fort Couch Schools-to-Watch
Photo Gallery: Boyce Schools-to-Watch Celebration
Streams raises $2,000 for Canine Partners for Life
USCHS Esports team finishes top 8 in Pa.
FC and USCHS students sponsor food and clothing drive
Photo Gallery: Students talk with astronaut Woody Hoburg
Junior pianist places first at competition
USCHS students honored at Awards Night -14019
Middle school teams excel at Junior Envirothon
Five USCHS students observe open-heart surgery
USCHS students teach coding to fourth graders
Junior named World Affairs Council Fellow
USC junior named Parkway Student of the Month
Student poems selected for publication
Photo Gallery: Robotics Showcase & STEAM Workshops
Dr. Wagner named PA Principal of the Year
Seven named Outstanding Young Citizens
Choral director honored with PMEA award
April 2023
Earth Day event distributes 54 trees
Fort Couch students advance in PA Media and Design Competition
Student Council named National Gold Council of Excellence-14001
Four advance to national FBLA conference
Eight named to April Deans’ List-13999
Third grader places first in poster contest
USC named Best Community for Music Education-13995
Photo Gallery: USCHS Spring Pep Rally
World Language Department recognized for excellence
NHS welcomes 187 inductees
Middle schools earn top marks in math
Statewide organization recognizes USC school psychologist
USC junior named Carson Scholar
Baker special area teachers create Poetry Walk
Sophomore collects sports equipment for kids in need
Boyce team advances to Odyssey World Finals
Fifth grader advances in history and science bees
March 2023
Future Problem Solvers compete at states
2 USC teams earn gold at STEM challenge
Two qualify for National Chemistry Olympiad
Faces of the Fort honors 14
Four named to All-State Band
Fort Couch team places 2nd at Science Bowl
Three violinists selected for Orchestra Fest
USC hockey players headed to National Championships
STEAM students present to Eaton execs
Speech & Debate crowned state champs
USCHS hosts mental health awareness program
Seven named to March Deans’ List
USCHS earns three third place finishes at German Day
USCHS celebrates African American history
6th grader selected for hockey’s Future Legends event
Children’s author visits Baker Elementary
10 Odyssey of the Mind teams advance to state finals
Two named Junior Women of Achievement
Boyce spreads kindness
7th grader crowned regional spelling bee champ, again
USCHS students earn high marks at Japanese contest
Three selected for All-State Chorus
Boyce teachers named Promising Practitioners
Fort Couch wins two national Future City awards
Sixth grader wins Shakespeare monologue contest
February 2023
Cheerleaders host food drive for SHIM
Middle school teams shine at Spontaneous Fun Day
Nine advance as National Merit Finalists
USCHS pair earn top honors at Model UN
Sixth graders advance in history, geography and science bees
Eight named to February Deans’ List
USCHS revives “On the Twentieth Century” for the 21st century
Fort Couch earns silver at America Bowl
Art & writing competition honors nine
Four advance to PMEA Region 1 Band
Sophomore to sing with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
11 earn perfect scores at math competition
6th grade flutist earns international honors
Four participate in cardiology program
January 2023
All-girls robotics team reaches semifinals
Junior presents at national biomedical engineering conference
Band director honored; Wind ensemble completes university tour
Four named Presidential Scholar candidates
USCHS orchestra performs for first graders
Four participate in health professions program at Pitt
Student drivers to attend safety program
Fort Couch advances to national Future City competition
Holiday Hoops raises $1,850 for Make-A-Wish
16 selected for Region 1 Chorus Festival
Reach Out effort raises more than $22,000
Two named 18 Under Eighteen honorees
Senior honored for character & sportsmanship
Teacher to deliver virtual coaching presentation
Band director tapped for jazz conference clinic
2022
December 2022
Polar Plunge raises $2,775 for Children’s Hospital
Five named to December Deans’ List
Robotics team earns Innovate Award
Boyce students deliver hope and kindness
Seniors helping seniors
Middle schools named Schools-to-Watch
Two teams excel at Model EU
Boyce & Fort Couch teams finish first at History Bowl
10 selected to PMEA Jazz Ensembles
Medallion Ball recognizes seven USC seniors
Three selected for All-Eastern choir ensembles
November 2022
Six named to November Deans’ List
Boyce students recognized for kindness and caring
USCHS participates in Paint the Plow program
18 selected for PMEA District Chorus
Senior named 2023 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist
USCHS welcomes Pennsylvania science teachers
Boyce donates 100+ books to partner school
Students celebrate International Education Week
Upper St. Clair students honor veterans
Junior selected for language program
High school holds mock election
Two earn top honors at Model UN
October 2022
Speech & Debate team ranks 36th nationally
Seven named to October Deans’ List-13829
USCHS teacher named esports Scholastic Fellow
Musicians selected to PMEA bands
Photo Gallery: Halls of Fame inducts 12
USCHS supports mental health awareness
Six named 2022-23 Scholars by the College Board
7th grader named essay contest Top Winner
September 2022
Photo Gallery: USCHS crowns Homecoming King & Queen
Seven named to September Deans’ List
Mentors host Freshmen Field Day
Senior selected to All-National Honor Choir
13 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
Senior named Hispanic Program Scholar
Seventh grader’s poem selected for publication
Nine named National Merit Semifinalists
Junior earns Congressional Award Silver Medal
Photo Gallery: New family dinner & first home football game
Support grows for USC Robotics
August 2022
Photo Gallery: Fall Pep Rally
Photo Gallery: First Day of School
USC staff kicks-off the 2022-23 school year
117 named AP Scholars
Gordon Mathews named Fort Couch assistant principal
USC Robotics gets $10,000 boost
Three selected to international futsal teams
Photo Gallery: 150 participate in youth soccer camp
Two rowers earn All-Midwest Academic Athlete Awards
July 2022
STEAM TEAM Investigates Kennywood 2022
Leadership Academy focuses on service-learning
Junior selected to national lacrosse combine
USC/Miracle League Football & Cheer Camp
Two qualify for national track & field championships
Junior places 7th in national business competition
Student-led bake sale benefits women’s shelter
Boyce student reaches history bee quarterfinals
June 2022
6th grader competes at National Science Bee
Sophomore launches summer outreach and volunteering effort
USC crowned Hometown High Q champs
USCHS competes in Hometown High Q finals
Streams students paint with a purpose
Streams focuses support on Pittsburgh food bank
Pen pal project connects USC & Bethel Park third graders
Best wishes to our 2021-22 retirees
USCHS graduates 324
BotsBurgh donates $4,000 to USC Robotics
Photo Gallery: 2022 Red Carpet
Student-athletes help kids facing food insecurity
Erin Peterson named Fort Couch principal
Girls on the Run empowers Streams students
Five juniors named Academic All Americans
USCHS competes in High Q semifinals
USCHS musicians selected for featured wind ensemble
Streams students create self-watering flower containers
May 2022
PBT ranks USCSD No. 1
Photo Gallery: Community Day 2022
USCHS students honored at Awards Night
Sixth grader has poem published
Fifth grader selected for Team Pennsylvania
First graders program robots to navigate 3-D neighborhood
National Honor Society inducts 199 new members
Fort Couch team advances to Future Problem Solving Internationals
Two earn high honors in Chinese speech contest
Choir ensemble to sing with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
USCHS team finishes second in international marketing competition
Seventh grade poet published for second time
School leaders learn from book study
Honors awarded for Arts in USC contest-13654
Fourth grader’s poem selected for publication
Eight named to May Deans’ List
Five selected for Jr. High Chorus Festival
April 2022
Academic WorldQuest team repeats success
Baker students making change from 7,500 miles away
USCHS named a 2022 Best High School
USC named Best Community for Music Education-13643
Four advance to national FBLA competition
School Board member honored as Voice of Advocacy
Two middle school teams advance to World Finals
Bracelet sale raises support and awareness for Ukraine
Eight named to April Deans’ List
Stand Together spreads awareness for mental health issues
USC tops six-team robotics scrimmage
Students excel in math
Two advance to National Chemistry Olympiad
March 2022
School District receives $7,500 donation from USCAA
Seussical cast and crew raise $3,000 for charity
USCHS releases 2022 Lip Dub
USC teacher honored with Outstanding Music Educator Award
STEAM students present to Eaton Corp
USC graduate featured in short film
Speech & Debate wins state championship
Eighth grader wins regional essay contest
10 teams advance to Odyssey of the Mind State Finals
Students sweep two categories at Japanese contest
Two USC students place in the top 10 at regional Spelling Bee
Eight named to March Deans’ List
USC advances to Hometown High Q playoffs
Sophomore recognized for leadership in robotics
Three teachers named Promising Practitioners
USCHS team earns top honors at STEAM competition
Four named to All-State Choir
Two USCHS teams place third at German Day competition
Senior earns computing award
Black History Month - trivia contest winners
February 2022
Boyce celebrates kindness
Middle and high school students advance to Shakespeare finals
Musicians selected for PMEA bands
Nine named National Merit Finalists
10 selected for regional chorus festival
STEM team earns special recognition in national challenge
Students set goal to sell/plant 250 trees
Six named to February Deans’ List
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13594
USC students perform in local production
Upper St. Clair bocce team off to a great start
National speech honor society recognizes students & coach
Four named U.S. Presidential Scholar candidates
Four named to All-State Orchestra
USC receives $43,960 in safety grants
January 2022
Senior earns National Hispanic Recognition Award
Two USCHS teams excel in STEM competition
Fifth grader places first in international music competition
USC junior named to 18 Under Eighteen
10 named to January Deans’ List
Poems selected for publication
Six selected for Pitt’s health professions program
Nine selected for cardiology program
2021
December 2021
Annual FC Reach Out effort raises $21,573
Polar Plunge raises $6,300 for Children’s Hospital
Musicians selected for district chorus and jazz festivals
History Bowl: Fort Couch teams tie for first
Fort Couch robotics teams earn high marks
Boyce students stuff-a-bus with kindness
Flower Power blooms at Streams
Enthusiasm builds for USC Robotics
6th grader wins math competition with perfect score
USCHS participates in Education Day at Quantum Theatre
November 2021
PSBA honors School Board member for service
Fifth grader wins regional poetry contest, places second nationally
Seven named to October Deans’ List
Photo Gallery: Veterans visit Baker second graders
Photo Gallery: Veterans Day observance-13535
Freshman Field Day returns
Four to perform with Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra
Speech & Debate team ranks 38th nationally
October 2021
Halls of Fame honors nine inductees
Panther statue dedicated in honor retired coach Jim Render
Garden provides bounty of produce
Junior earns tennis Volunteer Award
Musicians selected for PMEA district festivals
All USC elementary and middle schools named “Best”
Two seniors to present research at international institute
USCHS recognized for sportsmanship
Fifth grader earns honorable mention in writing & arts contest
Sixth grader honored with NextUp Award for volunteerism
USCHS Leadership Academy evolves with pandemic
Teacher co-authors peer-reviewed book
USC crowns Homecoming King & Queen-13506
Eight named to September ‘s Deans’ List
September 2021
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade & Powder Puff Game
Junior named to national advisory council
Rush event promotes high school clubs & activities
28 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
Educators present at national and state conferences
10 named National Merit Semifinalists
145 named AP Scholars
USCHS students host Tennis Fun Day
Eighth graders place second in video contest
Two seniors named Program Scholars by the College Board
USC pianist earns honors
August 2021
Three students honored in regional writing contest
Junior earns first place for original composition
Photo Gallery: First Week of School
Four staff members honored for 25 years of service
USC teams up with Miracle League
July 2021
Surviving Mars STEAM Camp – out of this world!
Rising sophomore earns fifth place in national FBLA event
FC Leadership Academy supports foster care program
Recent USC graduate places second in STEM challenge
USC team places first at state problem solving competition
Photo Gallery: Elementary STEAM Camp
USC grad places eighth at national speech competition
June 2021
USC team places second at World Finals
Curriculum leader selected for Science Education Award
Best wishes to our 2020-21 retirees
Boyce teams sweep English Festival competition
Photo Gallery: Class of 2021 Graduation
Photo Gallery: Red Carpet
Photo Gallery: Seniors parade through campus
Second grader named writing contest finalist
Speech & Debate earns National Sweepstakes Award
May 2021
Fourth grader excels at regional and national competitions
Junior named National Cyber Scholar
188 inducted to National Honor Society
USCHS earns All-Around Award for anti-bias programming
Students honored at USCHS Awards Night
Fort Couch teacher named to All-Star line-up
ADL designates all USC schools No Place for Hate
Juniors finish first in marketing competition
Former NBA player shares his story of addiction and recovery
Senior named Presidential Scholars semifinalist
Four OM teams advance to World Finals
April 2021
USCHS ranks among 2021 Best High Schools
Student Council named National Gold Council of Excellence
Two successfully audition in Young Artists competition
Five advance to national FBLA competition
Boyce drive collects 600 pounds of food
Fort Couch team wins STEM challenge, advances to states
USC students excel at state math challenge
USC named Best Community for Music Education
Nine named to All-State ensembles
Three qualify for National Technical Honor Society
Two qualify to compete in National Chemistry Olympiad
Seniors earn Honorable Mention in international math challenge
March 2021
Sophomores advance to national competition
8th graders win state championship
10 earn Academic All American awards
Two place first in Japanese contest
Freshman pianist places first at music competition
USCHS celebrates International Day of Happiness
Speech & Debate earn 2nd place at state tourney
8th grader wins western PA spelling bee
Two named Promising Practitioners
Art teacher presents at national conference
Eighth grader earns second place in NASA art contest
Fort Couch assistant principal named Outstanding Administrator
Senior recognized for volunteer service
February 2021
School bus drivers celebrated
Upper St. Clair earns WELL Health-Safety Rating
USCHS senior earns first place for monologue
Fifth grader earns volunteer award
Fort Couch excels at Future City competition
Students focus on mental health
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13335
11 named National Merit Finalists-13334
Thespian Club presents virtual cabaret
Three eighth graders earn perfect scores at CalcuSolve
January 2021
Literary arts magazine earns top honors
Two named candidates for U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Blog Post: USCHS Junior Lily Leggat
11 students selected for health professions program at Pitt
2020
January 2020
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13018
School Board honored for service-13013
38 named November Boyce Pride winners
Nine students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Robotics team earns high marks
February 2020
Teams excel at Odyssey of the Mind event-13051
Six named National Merit Finalists
Boyce students reach Shakespeare contest finals
Baker sock drive nets 2,207 pairs for homeless
USCHS students reminded that “My response is my choice”
Butterfly Project flutters into Boyce
Five tapped for PMEA Region 1 Band
Five selected to PMEA Region 1 Chorus
7th grader honored for volunteerism
25 named January Boyce Pride winners
Elementary and high school students partner as lifelong learners
Boyce team places first in Science Bowl
Baker Kids of STEEL doubles participation
Robotics team advances to state championship
Two advance to state science competition
Seven students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Students earn top honors at chess tournament
German exchange earns School of Distinction honors
March 2020
Student artwork celebrated
46 advance in Speech & Debate
Students connect with female STEM teachers
43 named February Boyce Pride winners
USCHS junior honored with youth leadership award
Photo Gallery: USC Spring Community Pep Rally
USC students earn top honors at Japanese contest-13064
Fourth grader advances to national spelling bee
7th grade robotics team crowned state champion
Eight students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Administrator named Emerging Woman in Education
April 2020
USC named among the 2020 Best High Schools
School counselor elected president of statewide association
Sixth grader qualifies for state-level GeoBee
USC music program earns national recognition
Junior named 2020 Carson Scholar
Sophomore named to State Board of Education
Five named speech & debate Academic All-Americans-13096
Seventh graders place first in STEM Design Challenge
May 2020
Senior Week kicks-off Monday, June 1
USC ranks No. 1 in region and No. 2 in Pennsylvania
Awards Night honors nearly 100 high school students
Seven inducted to National Technical Honor Society
First-grader named writing contest finalist
All USC schools named “No Place for Hate”
Artwork wins third place in German Day competition
Sixth graders’ poems selected for publication
Parent Teacher Council names 2019-20 Honorary Awardees
Streams teacher named to All-Star roster
USCHS program earns national honor
Juniors earn Honorable Mention in national math challenge
USCHS sophomores raising money to fight childhood hunger
Students excel in PA Math League
June 2020
Student council sponsor named regional Advisor of the Year
Sophomore cracks top 10 in national speech & debate tourney
Boyce and Fort Couch earn special No Place for Hate awards
Student artists use talents to help others
USCHS Student Council recognized for excellence
Photo Gallery: Eisenhower Teacher Parade
Photo Gallery: Boyce Farewell Parade
Photo Gallery: Streams Farewell Parade
Juniors place first at World Finals
Photo Gallery: Baker Farewell Parade
Photo Gallery: Senior Week 2020
172 inducted to National Honor Society
July 2020
Photo Gallery: Graduation 2020
Girls’ volleyball player selected for Positive Athlete award
August 2020
Ten honored for 25 years of service
September 2020
Photo Gallery: Retirement Parade honoring Dr. Claire Miller
25 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
114 students named AP Scholars
Photo Gallery: Curbside Meal Pick-Up
Photo Gallery: Welcome Back!!!
11 named National Merit Semifinalists-13250
October 2020
Dr. Beck named PASC Principal of the Year
USC crowns Homecoming King & Queen-13289
Homecoming Court announced-13284
Rush event highlights clubs and activities
Photo Gallery: National Custodian Day!
November 2020
Flutist selected to All-National Concert Band
Speech & Debate team ranks 50th nationally
Fifth graders recognized in writing and arts contest
Dr. Mussomeli leads regional education association
Teacher secures grant for take-home STEM equipment
December 2020
District awarded $17,000 safety grant
Joe DeMar named Champion of Learning award winner
Madrigal Dinner performed online
Six selected for cardiologist program
USC senior named 2021 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist
Sophomore pianist earns Award of Excellence
Administrator named Women in School Leadership Award Finalist
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January 2024
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Fort Couch advances to national Future City competition-14226
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May 2023
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Eight named to May Deans’ List-14030
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Student Council named National Gold Council of Excellence-14001
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Eight named to April Deans’ List-13999
Third grader places first in poster contest
USC named Best Community for Music Education-13995
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March 2023
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Fort Couch team places 2nd at Science Bowl
Three violinists selected for Orchestra Fest
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USCHS hosts mental health awareness program
Seven named to March Deans’ List
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Children’s author visits Baker Elementary
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Two named Junior Women of Achievement
Boyce spreads kindness
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USCHS students earn high marks at Japanese contest
Three selected for All-State Chorus
Boyce teachers named Promising Practitioners
Fort Couch wins two national Future City awards
Sixth grader wins Shakespeare monologue contest
February 2023
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Nine advance as National Merit Finalists
USCHS pair earn top honors at Model UN
Sixth graders advance in history, geography and science bees
Eight named to February Deans’ List
USCHS revives “On the Twentieth Century” for the 21st century
Fort Couch earns silver at America Bowl
Art & writing competition honors nine
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January 2023
All-girls robotics team reaches semifinals
Junior presents at national biomedical engineering conference
Band director honored; Wind ensemble completes university tour
Four named Presidential Scholar candidates
USCHS orchestra performs for first graders
Four participate in health professions program at Pitt
Student drivers to attend safety program
Fort Couch advances to national Future City competition
Holiday Hoops raises $1,850 for Make-A-Wish
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Reach Out effort raises more than $22,000
Two named 18 Under Eighteen honorees
Senior honored for character & sportsmanship
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Band director tapped for jazz conference clinic
2022
December 2022
Polar Plunge raises $2,775 for Children’s Hospital
Five named to December Deans’ List
Robotics team earns Innovate Award
Boyce students deliver hope and kindness
Seniors helping seniors
Middle schools named Schools-to-Watch
Two teams excel at Model EU
Boyce & Fort Couch teams finish first at History Bowl
10 selected to PMEA Jazz Ensembles
Medallion Ball recognizes seven USC seniors
Three selected for All-Eastern choir ensembles
November 2022
Six named to November Deans’ List
Boyce students recognized for kindness and caring
USCHS participates in Paint the Plow program
18 selected for PMEA District Chorus
Senior named 2023 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist
USCHS welcomes Pennsylvania science teachers
Boyce donates 100+ books to partner school
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Upper St. Clair students honor veterans
Junior selected for language program
High school holds mock election
Two earn top honors at Model UN
October 2022
Speech & Debate team ranks 36th nationally
Seven named to October Deans’ List-13829
USCHS teacher named esports Scholastic Fellow
Musicians selected to PMEA bands
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USCHS supports mental health awareness
Six named 2022-23 Scholars by the College Board
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September 2022
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Mentors host Freshmen Field Day
Senior selected to All-National Honor Choir
13 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
Senior named Hispanic Program Scholar
Seventh grader’s poem selected for publication
Nine named National Merit Semifinalists
Junior earns Congressional Award Silver Medal
Photo Gallery: New family dinner & first home football game
Support grows for USC Robotics
August 2022
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USC staff kicks-off the 2022-23 school year
117 named AP Scholars
Gordon Mathews named Fort Couch assistant principal
USC Robotics gets $10,000 boost
Three selected to international futsal teams
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Two rowers earn All-Midwest Academic Athlete Awards
July 2022
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Leadership Academy focuses on service-learning
Junior selected to national lacrosse combine
USC/Miracle League Football & Cheer Camp
Two qualify for national track & field championships
Junior places 7th in national business competition
Student-led bake sale benefits women’s shelter
Boyce student reaches history bee quarterfinals
June 2022
6th grader competes at National Science Bee
Sophomore launches summer outreach and volunteering effort
USC crowned Hometown High Q champs
USCHS competes in Hometown High Q finals
Streams students paint with a purpose
Streams focuses support on Pittsburgh food bank
Pen pal project connects USC & Bethel Park third graders
Best wishes to our 2021-22 retirees
USCHS graduates 324
BotsBurgh donates $4,000 to USC Robotics
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Student-athletes help kids facing food insecurity
Erin Peterson named Fort Couch principal
Girls on the Run empowers Streams students
Five juniors named Academic All Americans
USCHS competes in High Q semifinals
USCHS musicians selected for featured wind ensemble
Streams students create self-watering flower containers
May 2022
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Fifth grader selected for Team Pennsylvania
First graders program robots to navigate 3-D neighborhood
National Honor Society inducts 199 new members
Fort Couch team advances to Future Problem Solving Internationals
Two earn high honors in Chinese speech contest
Choir ensemble to sing with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
USCHS team finishes second in international marketing competition
Seventh grade poet published for second time
School leaders learn from book study
Honors awarded for Arts in USC contest-13654
Fourth grader’s poem selected for publication
Eight named to May Deans’ List
Five selected for Jr. High Chorus Festival
April 2022
Academic WorldQuest team repeats success
Baker students making change from 7,500 miles away
USCHS named a 2022 Best High School
USC named Best Community for Music Education-13643
Four advance to national FBLA competition
School Board member honored as Voice of Advocacy
Two middle school teams advance to World Finals
Bracelet sale raises support and awareness for Ukraine
Eight named to April Deans’ List
Stand Together spreads awareness for mental health issues
USC tops six-team robotics scrimmage
Students excel in math
Two advance to National Chemistry Olympiad
March 2022
School District receives $7,500 donation from USCAA
Seussical cast and crew raise $3,000 for charity
USCHS releases 2022 Lip Dub
USC teacher honored with Outstanding Music Educator Award
STEAM students present to Eaton Corp
USC graduate featured in short film
Speech & Debate wins state championship
Eighth grader wins regional essay contest
10 teams advance to Odyssey of the Mind State Finals
Students sweep two categories at Japanese contest
Two USC students place in the top 10 at regional Spelling Bee
Eight named to March Deans’ List
USC advances to Hometown High Q playoffs
Sophomore recognized for leadership in robotics
Three teachers named Promising Practitioners
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Four named to All-State Choir
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Senior earns computing award
Black History Month - trivia contest winners
February 2022
Boyce celebrates kindness
Middle and high school students advance to Shakespeare finals
Musicians selected for PMEA bands
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10 selected for regional chorus festival
STEM team earns special recognition in national challenge
Students set goal to sell/plant 250 trees
Six named to February Deans’ List
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13594
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Upper St. Clair bocce team off to a great start
National speech honor society recognizes students & coach
Four named U.S. Presidential Scholar candidates
Four named to All-State Orchestra
USC receives $43,960 in safety grants
January 2022
Senior earns National Hispanic Recognition Award
Two USCHS teams excel in STEM competition
Fifth grader places first in international music competition
USC junior named to 18 Under Eighteen
10 named to January Deans’ List
Poems selected for publication
Six selected for Pitt’s health professions program
Nine selected for cardiology program
2021
December 2021
Annual FC Reach Out effort raises $21,573
Polar Plunge raises $6,300 for Children’s Hospital
Musicians selected for district chorus and jazz festivals
History Bowl: Fort Couch teams tie for first
Fort Couch robotics teams earn high marks
Boyce students stuff-a-bus with kindness
Flower Power blooms at Streams
Enthusiasm builds for USC Robotics
6th grader wins math competition with perfect score
USCHS participates in Education Day at Quantum Theatre
November 2021
PSBA honors School Board member for service
Fifth grader wins regional poetry contest, places second nationally
Seven named to October Deans’ List
Photo Gallery: Veterans visit Baker second graders
Photo Gallery: Veterans Day observance-13535
Freshman Field Day returns
Four to perform with Pittsburgh Youth Symphony Orchestra
Speech & Debate team ranks 38th nationally
October 2021
Halls of Fame honors nine inductees
Panther statue dedicated in honor retired coach Jim Render
Garden provides bounty of produce
Junior earns tennis Volunteer Award
Musicians selected for PMEA district festivals
All USC elementary and middle schools named “Best”
Two seniors to present research at international institute
USCHS recognized for sportsmanship
Fifth grader earns honorable mention in writing & arts contest
Sixth grader honored with NextUp Award for volunteerism
USCHS Leadership Academy evolves with pandemic
Teacher co-authors peer-reviewed book
USC crowns Homecoming King & Queen-13506
Eight named to September ‘s Deans’ List
September 2021
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade & Powder Puff Game
Junior named to national advisory council
Rush event promotes high school clubs & activities
28 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
Educators present at national and state conferences
10 named National Merit Semifinalists
145 named AP Scholars
USCHS students host Tennis Fun Day
Eighth graders place second in video contest
Two seniors named Program Scholars by the College Board
USC pianist earns honors
August 2021
Three students honored in regional writing contest
Junior earns first place for original composition
Photo Gallery: First Week of School
Four staff members honored for 25 years of service
USC teams up with Miracle League
July 2021
Surviving Mars STEAM Camp – out of this world!
Rising sophomore earns fifth place in national FBLA event
FC Leadership Academy supports foster care program
Recent USC graduate places second in STEM challenge
USC team places first at state problem solving competition
Photo Gallery: Elementary STEAM Camp
USC grad places eighth at national speech competition
June 2021
USC team places second at World Finals
Curriculum leader selected for Science Education Award
Best wishes to our 2020-21 retirees
Boyce teams sweep English Festival competition
Photo Gallery: Class of 2021 Graduation
Photo Gallery: Red Carpet
Photo Gallery: Seniors parade through campus
Second grader named writing contest finalist
Speech & Debate earns National Sweepstakes Award
May 2021
Fourth grader excels at regional and national competitions
Junior named National Cyber Scholar
188 inducted to National Honor Society
USCHS earns All-Around Award for anti-bias programming
Students honored at USCHS Awards Night
Fort Couch teacher named to All-Star line-up
ADL designates all USC schools No Place for Hate
Juniors finish first in marketing competition
Former NBA player shares his story of addiction and recovery
Senior named Presidential Scholars semifinalist
Four OM teams advance to World Finals
April 2021
USCHS ranks among 2021 Best High Schools
Student Council named National Gold Council of Excellence
Two successfully audition in Young Artists competition
Five advance to national FBLA competition
Boyce drive collects 600 pounds of food
Fort Couch team wins STEM challenge, advances to states
USC students excel at state math challenge
USC named Best Community for Music Education
Nine named to All-State ensembles
Three qualify for National Technical Honor Society
Two qualify to compete in National Chemistry Olympiad
Seniors earn Honorable Mention in international math challenge
March 2021
Sophomores advance to national competition
8th graders win state championship
10 earn Academic All American awards
Two place first in Japanese contest
Freshman pianist places first at music competition
USCHS celebrates International Day of Happiness
Speech & Debate earn 2nd place at state tourney
8th grader wins western PA spelling bee
Two named Promising Practitioners
Art teacher presents at national conference
Eighth grader earns second place in NASA art contest
Fort Couch assistant principal named Outstanding Administrator
Senior recognized for volunteer service
February 2021
School bus drivers celebrated
Upper St. Clair earns WELL Health-Safety Rating
USCHS senior earns first place for monologue
Fifth grader earns volunteer award
Fort Couch excels at Future City competition
Students focus on mental health
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13335
11 named National Merit Finalists-13334
Thespian Club presents virtual cabaret
Three eighth graders earn perfect scores at CalcuSolve
January 2021
Literary arts magazine earns top honors
Two named candidates for U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Blog Post: USCHS Junior Lily Leggat
11 students selected for health professions program at Pitt
2020
January 2020
School Spelling Bee winners advance to regional competition-13018
School Board honored for service-13013
38 named November Boyce Pride winners
Nine students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Robotics team earns high marks
February 2020
Teams excel at Odyssey of the Mind event-13051
Six named National Merit Finalists
Boyce students reach Shakespeare contest finals
Baker sock drive nets 2,207 pairs for homeless
USCHS students reminded that “My response is my choice”
Butterfly Project flutters into Boyce
Five tapped for PMEA Region 1 Band
Five selected to PMEA Region 1 Chorus
7th grader honored for volunteerism
25 named January Boyce Pride winners
Elementary and high school students partner as lifelong learners
Boyce team places first in Science Bowl
Baker Kids of STEEL doubles participation
Robotics team advances to state championship
Two advance to state science competition
Seven students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Students earn top honors at chess tournament
German exchange earns School of Distinction honors
March 2020
Student artwork celebrated
46 advance in Speech & Debate
Students connect with female STEM teachers
43 named February Boyce Pride winners
USCHS junior honored with youth leadership award
Photo Gallery: USC Spring Community Pep Rally
USC students earn top honors at Japanese contest-13064
Fourth grader advances to national spelling bee
7th grade robotics team crowned state champion
Eight students recognized at Deans’ breakfast
Administrator named Emerging Woman in Education
April 2020
USC named among the 2020 Best High Schools
School counselor elected president of statewide association
Sixth grader qualifies for state-level GeoBee
USC music program earns national recognition
Junior named 2020 Carson Scholar
Sophomore named to State Board of Education
Five named speech & debate Academic All-Americans-13096
Seventh graders place first in STEM Design Challenge
May 2020
Senior Week kicks-off Monday, June 1
USC ranks No. 1 in region and No. 2 in Pennsylvania
Awards Night honors nearly 100 high school students
Seven inducted to National Technical Honor Society
First-grader named writing contest finalist
All USC schools named “No Place for Hate”
Artwork wins third place in German Day competition
Sixth graders’ poems selected for publication
Parent Teacher Council names 2019-20 Honorary Awardees
Streams teacher named to All-Star roster
USCHS program earns national honor
Juniors earn Honorable Mention in national math challenge
USCHS sophomores raising money to fight childhood hunger
Students excel in PA Math League
June 2020
Student council sponsor named regional Advisor of the Year
Sophomore cracks top 10 in national speech & debate tourney
Boyce and Fort Couch earn special No Place for Hate awards
Student artists use talents to help others
USCHS Student Council recognized for excellence
Photo Gallery: Eisenhower Teacher Parade
Photo Gallery: Boyce Farewell Parade
Photo Gallery: Streams Farewell Parade
Juniors place first at World Finals
Photo Gallery: Baker Farewell Parade
Photo Gallery: Senior Week 2020
172 inducted to National Honor Society
July 2020
Photo Gallery: Graduation 2020
Girls’ volleyball player selected for Positive Athlete award
August 2020
Ten honored for 25 years of service
September 2020
Photo Gallery: Retirement Parade honoring Dr. Claire Miller
25 seniors earn National Merit Commended status
114 students named AP Scholars
Photo Gallery: Curbside Meal Pick-Up
Photo Gallery: Welcome Back!!!
11 named National Merit Semifinalists-13250
October 2020
Dr. Beck named PASC Principal of the Year
USC crowns Homecoming King & Queen-13289
Homecoming Court announced-13284
Rush event highlights clubs and activities
Photo Gallery: National Custodian Day!
November 2020
Flutist selected to All-National Concert Band
Speech & Debate team ranks 50th nationally
Fifth graders recognized in writing and arts contest
Dr. Mussomeli leads regional education association
Teacher secures grant for take-home STEM equipment
December 2020
District awarded $17,000 safety grant
Joe DeMar named Champion of Learning award winner
Madrigal Dinner performed online
Six selected for cardiologist program
USC senior named 2021 Coca-Cola Scholar Semifinalist
Sophomore pianist earns Award of Excellence
Administrator named Women in School Leadership Award Finalist
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