Due to the two-hour delay , the PAHS students who attend the WBACTC in the AM, will not attend the WBACTC. Also, they will not have class at PAHS until 12:34 PM. Therefore, PASD will provide special bus runs for 9th and 10th grade WBACTC students. Please see the schedule and times attached to this message.
***If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lazevnick by phone at 570-654-2415 or by email at chris.lazevnick@pittstonarea.com
AM CTC Bus Runs
WBACTC_RUNS_9-10.docx
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, I want to thank our incredible students and families for making PAHS such a special place.
Take time to rest, enjoy loved ones, and reflect on the many blessings—big and small—that bring joy to your life.
Wishing you all a safe, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving!
Chris Lazevnick, Ed.D.
Principal
PIttston Area High School
PAHS will hold Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, November 24, 2025, from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM and Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 7 PM.
***Please note that both conference days will be walk-in appointments only. You will be able to meet with teachers on a first-come, first-serve basis. Scheduled appointments will not take place.
I encourage everyone to attend, as parental/family engagement is critical to positive student achievement and overall school social-emotional learning.
Please keep in mind the following guidelines to ensure a positive/productive visit to our school:
Please enter/exit the building through the main entrance only.
Upon entering the building, all parents and visitors are required to empty their pockets and have any bags, purses, etc. scanned through the X-ray machines.
Also, all parents and visitors will be required to pass through the metal detectors to ensure no contraband remains in their pockets.
Once you pass through the X-ray machines and metal detections, you must sign in.
After signing in, you can move about the school as you wish. Staff and students will be on hand to assist.
Please try to limit your conferences to 15 minutes (depending on the line). If necessary, we will be happy to set up a follow-up email or phone call.
Any questions/concerns please feel free to call us (570-654-2415) or email us at:
chris.lazevnick@pittstonarea.com Principal
Christopher.barnic@pittstonarea.com Assistant Principal
tina.kayden@pittstonarea.com Guidance (9th Grade Counselor)
jennifer.molinaro@pittstonarea.com Guidance (10th -12th Counselor with last names from M – Z).
Salvatore.carroll@pittstonarea.com Guidance (10th -12th Counselor with last names from A – L)
The PA State Police will be presenting during 4th period on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in the high school auditorium on the Hill Impact Program. In this program, participants ages 15-18 experience a comprehensive introduction to various aspects of law enforcement training and education. Any student interested must sign up with Mrs. Joyce by 11:00 am on Friday, November 14, 2025 in room A19.
We are pleased to announce that Pittston Area High School will serve as an official SAT testing site for the upcoming test date on December 6th, 2025. This is a great opportunity for students to take the exam in a familiar and convenient location.
Test Day Details:
Date: 12/6/25
Location: Pittston Area High School – enter through bus port
Arrival Time: 7:45 AM
Test Start Time: 8:00 AM
Expected End Time: 11:00 AM
Registration Information:
Students must register in advance through the official College Board website to select our location as their test center. The test center code for our location is 395147. The registration deadline for this test date is November 21, 2025.
On Test Day, please ensure students bring the following mandatory items:
· Their printed or electronic Admission Ticket.
· An approved, valid photo ID.
· A device with the Bluebook app installed and set up for the digital test, if using a personal device.
· A power cord for their device.
· Pencils for scratch work.
· An approved calculator (optional, as there is a built-in one in Bluebook).
For a complete list of what to bring and what is prohibited, please review the information on the College Board's "What to Bring and Do on Test Day" page.
We encourage all students to prepare thoroughly using the free official digital SAT prep resources available through Khan Academy.
If you have any questions, please contact me at james.kupetz@pittstonarea.com or your guidance counselor.
We wish all test-takers the best of luck!
Sincerely,
James Kupetz,
Test Coordinator
james.kupetz@pittstonarea.com
We are pleased to remind you that all students in the Pittston Area School District are eligible to receive a free breakfast and lunch every school day. This program is available to every student, regardless of family income, and ensures that all children have access to nutritious meals prepared daily by our food service staff.
Please note that due to the recent freeze on SNAP benefit adjustments, families may experience delays or temporary pauses in updates to their benefits. The free meal program at Pittston Area Schools remains active and unaffected by these changes, so every student will continue to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost.
We encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity and enjoy healthy meals at school.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us provide for our students’ well-being.
Sincerely,
Pittston Area School District Administration
Also, anyone from the public can purchase tickets in the administration office from 8 AM to 3 PM on both days.
Any 9th grader that did NOT pick up their Chromebook today during school pictures will have the opportunity to pick up their new device on Friday, August 29 during homeroom. Please remember to bring your chromebook, charger, and signed AUP!
Students MUST clean and turn in their current Chromebook and charger to receive a new Chromebook. Chromebooks should NOT have any stickers except the Pittston Area label.
Each student must have completed the acceptable use policy (AUP). The AUP can be access and completed by clicking this link: https://5il.co/3akn9.
REMINDER: We are excited to announce that the technology department will issue new Chromebooks to 9th grade students this school year. Chromebooks will be distributed during school pictures on Wednesday, August 27. Please remember to bring your chromebook, charger, and signed AUP!
Students MUST clean and turn in their current Chromebook and charger to receive a new Chromebook. Chromebooks should NOT have any stickers except the Pittston Area label.
Each student must have completed the acceptable use policy (AUP). The AUP can be access and completed by clicking this link: https://5il.co/3akn9.
We are excited to announce that the technology department will issue new Chromebooks to 9th grade students this school year. Chromebooks will be distributed during school pictures on Wednesday, August 27. Please remember to bring your chromebook, charger, and signed AUP!
Students MUST clean and turn in their current Chromebook and charger to receive a new Chromebook. Chromebooks should NOT have any stickers except the Pittston Area label.
Each student must have completed the acceptable use policy (AUP). The AUP can be access and completed by clicking this link: https://5il.co/3akn9.
Please click the link below for addition PAHS back to school information. The PDF document contains arrival and dismissal procedures and student information.
PAHS_Back_to_School-2025-2026.pdf
We regret to inform you that the PAHS freshman orientation scheduled for Thursday, 8/21/25, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We understand this news may be disappointing, and we are currently working on alternative ways to help our incoming students transition smoothly into the new school year.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me via email at chris.lazevnick@pittstonarea.com or by phone at 570-654-2415.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
Sincerely,
Chris Lazevnick - Principal
