Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children

PA State Rep. Mihalek Speaks with Dr. Heidi Ondek and Rachelle Rectenwald

PA State Rep. Natalie Mihalek speaks with Dr. Heidi Ondek and Assistant Superintendent Rachelle Rectenwald to hear about the impact that COVID-19 has had on the School.
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COVID-19 Updates and Resources

The well-being of the entire WPSBC community remains our deepest concern and highest priority. We will continue updating our website with the latest information and resources.
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2020-2021 School Calendar

The 2020-2021 School Calendar is available now.
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A Message From WPSBC

Please watch this video message from Dr. Heidi Ondek to the WPSBC Community.
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March 24 COVID-19 Update

Executive Director and Superintendent Dr. Heidi Ondek and Health Services Director Dr. Elena Flores-Noel update the WPSBC community.
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Heidi Ondek

In the interest of maintaining the health and safety of our students and staff, WPSBC will be closed until further notice. We take seriously our responsibility to maintain the health and safety of our students and staff.
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Teacher Maura Puglio being interview on KDKA.

In the News: KDKA's Meghan Schiller Shares WPSBC Career Opportunities

In response to a need for specialized teachers and our first-ever career fair.
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Photo of students in class from NPR article.

In the News: NPR News Station WESA Calls Teachers to WPSBC

Pittsburgh's local NPR station reporter Sarah Schneider shared our story and called attention to chronic teacher shortage.
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