
Brownsville 2025 Coal Queen Representative
Giselle Kovach


🚀 The Portals Project Showcase 🚀
The Portals Project began in Brownsville as an after-school initiative focused on workforce relevance. Its early success led to its integration into the core curriculum. Union Station was selected as the central location for the program. Leveraging the interest of our students, many of whom were passionate about gaming, we partnered with Epic Games to explore how immersive technologies can be used to preserve local history. What began as a local effort has since expanded across Western Pennsylvania. The Portals Project represents a unique convergence of workforce development and community heritage.








👏 The Brownsville Area School District has been featured in Future-Driven Schools, a regional publication that showcases how districts across western Pennsylvania are preparing students for tomorrow. BASD has been recognized for its deliberate emphasis on comprehensive literacy instruction, reflecting a deep commitment to student success and teacher empowerment.
📚Understanding that strong reading skills are foundational to lifelong learning, the BASD Board of Education has supported and empowered a district-wide literacy initiative.
🧑🏫 BASD administration is committed to restoring and amplifying teacher voice in the educational process. By actively seeking feedback on what’s working in classrooms and fostering collaborative environments, the district ensures that there is an inclusive approach to decision-making processes.
📊 To ensure that literacy initiatives are impactful, BASD emphasizes the importance of data-informed instruction. Teachers gather and analyze clear data on student performance, allowing for timely interventions and targeted support. A continuous data feedback loop enables the district to adapt strategies to meet the needs of students.
🤝 Through these concerted efforts, the Brownsville Area School District is ensuring that every learner has the opportunity to succeed. Literacy is not just a subject but a cornerstone of student achievement and empowerment.
🔗 Read the article on kidsburgh:
https://www.kidsburgh.org/do-you-read-me-the-vital-skill-of-literacy-is-getting-powerful-attention-at-these-innovative-school-districts/



Summer Youth Cafe


Friday, May 23
2 Hour Early Dismissal


$5.00 Admission Fee
*Proceeds will be used to host a special party for those students who participated in the show*


Growing Together! High School Students and Elementary Buddies Plant Flowers to Brighten Our School Grounds 🌺🌸
In a heartwarming display of teamwork, high school students joined forces with elementary school peers to plant vibrant flowers and make a positive impact. Generously donated by the school administration, the flowers symbolize a shared commitment to beautifying our environment and fostering community spirit.





BAES -- KONA ICE DAY


BAES Talent Show


Spring Clean Up Day


The field was decorated special for Senior Softball and Senior Baseball Day.



Happy Nurses Day to our favorite nurses - Mrs. Assad, Mrs. Quarzo & Mrs. McFadden! Your impact is immeasurable. 🖤💛🏥👩⚕️


BASD Summer Musical Auditions


3rd graders are learning circuitry in STEAM Class..





Mrs. Thomas’ kindergarten class were authors of a book that they published!


Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!


Congratulations to Junior, Ava Clark on reaching 500 career strikeout! 🖤💛🥎


Currently AA WPIAL & PIAA #2 and USA #82!!
Breaks Maris Seto’s school record of 5’-6”!!
Freshman Aijanae Foster!!


Congratulations to our senior baseball players!! L-R: Aidan Morgan, Hunter Pelehac, Jonathan Vasbinder, & Gene Thorpe!! We are proud of you boys!! ⚾️


This week, we celebrate the countless hours you spend planning, grading, and thinking about your students long after the bell rings. 💛🍎🖤📕
