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School Counseling

Our experienced and caring counseling team is committed to fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Explore our range of services, from individual counseling sessions to group workshops, designed to address the unique needs of middle schoolers. We prioritize open communication, confidentiality, and a safe space for students to navigate challenges, set goals, and develop essential life skills. Partner with us in shaping a positive and empowering middle school experience for every student.

Middle School Counselors

James Gilson

School Counselor

Tracey Kitay

School Counselor

Jessica Preston

Home School Visitor

Amy Vincler

School Counselor

Mary Wakefield

School counselor

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PHlourishing PHamily: Alum Journeys From Penn Hills to Paris

Paris is long way from Penn Hills - 3,965 miles, to be exact - so how did a Penn Hills High School graduate wind up studying there? It turns out, Todd Bishop is no ordinary Penn Hills product. He’s part of our PHlourishing PHamily of alumni who are excelling in the wider world while staying true to their roots. For Bishop, that means staying open to new experiences.

PHHS Choir Students Perform Lin Manuel Miranda Hits with PSO

PHHS Choir students Madison Aldrich, Mason DiDomenico, Athena Huffman, and Ashleigh Pickens will be performing at Heinz Hall with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra in their concert series "Everything I Know: The Music of Lin Manuel Miranda" this weekend, October 9-11...

Abracadabra! Support PHHS Fall Play with Wizard Bingo

Penn Hills High School students will be casting spells on audiences when they perform "Puffs, or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic" on Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m., Saturday, November 14 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 15 at 2 p.m. at the high school auditorium.

However, before they do, a Wizard Bingo fundraiser will be held to support the production. The fundraiser will take place on Saturday, October 17 from 6-8 p.m. at the Penn Hills High School Cafeteria.

Coffee and a Conversation: September 2026 Edition

Check out our latest edition of Coffee and a Conversation with our superintendent, Dr. John Mozzocio. Learn what's happening in the Penn Hills School District, straight from the source! We have a lot of great and informative updates to share.

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