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School Social Worker

Our elementary Social Worker provides support to students and families experiencing difficulties both within school and within the community. This support may include school attendance, residency concerns, foster care, homelessness, and other life-assistance programs.

If you are experiencing housing issues, including displacement from your current residence, please contact the Penn Hills School District Homeless Liaison for further consideration and support for your family. Our District Homeless Liaison is Kyoko T. Henson, LSW. She can be reached at 412-793-7000 x1218. More information about the MCKINNEY-VENTO HOMELESS EDUCATION ASSISTANCE IMPROVEMENTS ACT (2001) can be found at the end of this manual.

Contact

Ronay Austin
School Social Worker
412-793-7000, Ext. 7133

Recent News

Penn Hills Showcases Future-Ready Education Through PHorge Academy at the Global Impact Forum

Penn Hills School District leaders Dr. Matt Dado and Renel Williams presented at the Global Impact Forum, showcasing PHorge Academy—a groundbreaking, future-ready program built on four pillars: Robotics, Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, and IT. The academy empowered students to explore real-world career pathways through innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning.

PHorge Robotics Students Earn First Industry Certification in Mechanical Foundations

Twenty-five Penn Hills students from the PHorge Robotics Academy and Senior High Robotics Program have earned their first industry certification in Mechanical Foundations, endorsed by the ARM Institute. This milestone highlights the district’s commitment to providing real-world, industry-aligned pathways that prepare students for college, careers, and the trades.

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