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AASD Open House Dates Set
Created: Wednesday, 04 September 2019 15:16 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
Sept. 7: Marching Band Mattress Fundraiser
Created: Tuesday, 03 September 2019 12:07 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
Come out and support the AASD Marching Band on Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Mattress Fundraiser. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the High School.
Bridger P.R.I.D.E. Thank You
Created: Friday, 30 August 2019 22:31 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
The Ambridge Area Middle School would like to thank all of the sponsors who have helped to make the launching of its school-wide Positive Behavior Program - P.R.I.D.E. - a huge success!
"We are thrilled to have your support," said Mr. Tom McKelvey, Middle School Principal. "Through your donation, we will be able to provide both weekly and quarterly goal incentives for our students who demonstrate productivity, respect, integrity, determination and excellence."
A special thank you to:
• Ambridge Area Federal Credit Union
• Ambridge Class of 2011
• Ambridge Italian Villa
• Ambridge Do It Best
• Arby's – Northern Lights
• Burger King- Northern Lights
• Don Ayers
• Eat N' Park – Wexford
• Fun Fore All
• Fun Skates Park
• Giant Eagle – Northern Lights
• Koper Masonry
• Living Treasures
• Mad Max Restaurant
• McDonalds - Baden
• Monte Cello's Cranberry
• Rhodes Transit
• Subway - Baden
• Sheetz – Baden
• Stuvach Printing & Graphics
• Taco Bell – Northern Lights
• Washington Wild Things
Ambridge to Celebrate 100 Years of Bridger Football
The Ambridge Area School District will celebrate a century of Bridger football during the September 13, 2019 home game against Blackhawk. Kick-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. The community is invited to mark this milestone at the Moe Rubenstein Stadium, with a number of special events planned for the evening.
Bridger football alumni are invited to join us for the special commemoration. Register in advance of game night to receive two complimentary tickets to the game. Registered guests also will enjoy a pre-game reception and receive preferential field seating.
Additionally, honorary captains will be selected for the evening. They will join the current team captains at mid field for the game's coin toss.
"Football has been an important part of the Bridger school community for a century, and we are excited to celebrate this milestone with our Bridger football family, both past and present," said Addie Lucatorto, Ambridge Area School District Athletic Director.
Bridger football alumni are encouraged to contact the athletic office at 724-266-2833, Ext. 2380 to RSVP for the event, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at by Sept. 9.
Bridger Back-to-School Kick-Off Highlights
Created: Tuesday, 20 August 2019 14:27 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
The first annual Bridger Back-to-School Kick-Off event was held on Monday, Aug. 19 at Wright Field House. The event featured food, fun and games for the entire family. A special thank you to our sponsors for helping to make the day extra special for our students and their families. Welcome back Bridgers! The first day of school for the 2019-2020 School Year is Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019. A highlight reel of yesterday's event is available here or by clicking on the photo above.
AASD to Support Community Libraries
The Ambridge Area School District is pleased to announce it will make financial contributions to community libraries within the District's coverage area for the 2019-2020 School Year.
For the 2019-2020 fiscal year, the District plans to donate $5,250 to Laughlin Memorial Library and $4,250 to Baden Memorial Library for a total of $9,500.
"This is an annual tradition in the District to offer financial support to our two community libraries," said Superintendent Dr. Jo Welter. "Community libraries are a valuable tool for our families. They provide access to services, programs and materials that encourage a love for reading and literacy, which mirror our own goals in the Ambridge Area School District."
In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, the District donated a total of $13,500 to the two community libraries - $7,250 to Laughlin Memorial and $6,250 to Baden Memorial. The amount dedicated in annual support to the two libraries is dependent on the budgeted needs of the District from year to year, said Mr. Doug McCausland, AASD Director of District Operations. "Our budget was a bit tighter this year than in previous years, so we unfortunately were not able to make as large of a contribution as we have in the past."
Laughlin Memorial Library is located at 99 Eleventh Street in Ambridge. It first opened its doors to the community on July 6, 1929. Baden Memorial Library is located at 385 State Street in Baden. It has been serving the Baden community since 1941. Information about programming for both locations, including hours of operation, is available here.
Homecoming T-Shirt Orders Due Sept. 3
School is almost back in session and the big Homecoming Game is just around the corner! The parade and the game will be held on September 20 as our Bridgers take on the Knoch Knights. T-shirts are now on sale. Deadline for orders is Tuesday, September 3rd.T-shirts can be ordered via this link. Proceeds benefit Chloe Kamzelski's senior project.
Lucatorto Sets Sites on Student-Focused Leadership
After spending most of her career in inter-collegiate athletics, Addie Lucatorto decided it was time to make a change to a setting that was more student-focused.
On June 20, the Ambridge Area School District offered Ms. Lucatorto the opportunity she was seeking, hiring her as the District's new Athletic Director. Ms. Lucatorto replaces Mr. Brian Miller, who resigned from the position in March.
"I am excited to have the opportunity to work with younger student athletes," Ms. Lucatorto said. "I have missed being in a position where the welfare of the student athlete is a primary mission of the institution. At this level, adults can truly make a positive impact on young people's lives."
Ms. Lucatorto said some of her best memories of growing up were when she was busy in high school with sports, drama, choir and numerous clubs. "Those opportunities set me on my path. People never told me that I couldn't achieve my goals. They helped me to find the way to achievement. I have worked to mentor in the same way that I was blessed to be mentored."
She began her career as an athletic trainer and spent time working daily with student athletes. She then moved into a more administrative role as a Senior Woman Administrator with Robert Morris University. Ms. Lucatorto served in her most recent position of Associate Athletic Director with Robert Morris University from 2006 through 2019.
Ms. Lucatorto prides herself on being a critical thinker who will ask the tough questions so that solutions can be found to any situation. With only a month on the job, Ms. Lucatorto jumped right into the planning for Homecoming Weekend, which includes a community pep rally on Thursday, Sept. 19 and the big parade and game, scheduled for Friday, September 20. The full schedule of events for Homecoming weekend will be announced soon. She also has had a hand in planning and organizing the first annual Bridger Back-to-School Kick-Off celebration, planned for noon to 2 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19 at Wright Field House.
Something the AASD community can expect from Ms. Lucatorto is a growing presence for AASD athletics on the athletics website and social media. She plans to provide snapshots about athletic events, AASD athletes and other important information on the Twitter and Facebook accounts. She has also made it a priority to launch an AASD Athletics Instagram account for the purpose of sharing photos of our athletes and athletic events and accomplishments.
"We are extremely fortunate to have someone with Addie's skill set and experience in this position," said Superintendent Dr. Jo Welter. "She truly cares about the well-being and overall success of our student athletes, not just on the field, but off the field as well."
Ms. Lucatorto said she has felt very comfortable transitioning into her new role, and credits the Ambridge community for the ease in which she has been able to make the change. "The Ambridge community has been incredibly welcoming. I have met a lot of wonderful people that are committed to giving the students in AASD a positive athletic experience."
Follow the Ambridge Bridgers Athletic website for the most up-to-date news on all AASD athletics and athletes.
GET YOUR '19-'20 SPORTS PASSES NOW
Created: Thursday, 08 August 2019 15:39 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
The AASD Athletic Department will begin sales of the 2019-20 Sports Passes on Monday, Aug. 12, 2019. The pass allows holders to attend all Bridger home athletic events for the upcoming school year.
This year's prices are: $5 for Senior Citizens, $20 for Students and $30 for Adults. The passes will be sold at the Athletic Office in the High School Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Passes can be purchased with cash or a check made payable to AASD.
GO BRIDGERS!
AASD Announces Community Eligibility Provision
Created: Monday, 05 August 2019 20:26 | Written by Shari Berg | Print	| Email
The Ambridge Area School District is pleased to announce its participation in the Community Eligibility Provision program for the 2019-2020 School Year.
"Effective Aug. 27, 2019, all students enrolled in the Ambridge Area School District are eligible to receive a nutritious breakfast and lunch every day at the school at no charge to families," said Mrs. Janet Gaffney, AASD Food Services Director. "This is wonderful news for AASD families."
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Community Eligibility Provision is a non-pricing meal service option for school districts in low-income areas. By meeting certain eligibility requirements of the provision, AASD students will now automatically receive free breakfast and lunch daily. Previously, the District was required to collect applications from families for the Free-and-Reduced Breakfast/Lunch Program before students were eligible for the benefit.
The provision only covers the cost of breakfast and lunch meals. A la carte items such as milk and snack bar items are not included and will continue to be sold a la carte.
More information about the program is available on the USDA website at: https://www.fns.usda.gov/school-meals/community-eligibility-provision. Questions about the program can be directed to Mrs. Gaffney at 724-266-2833, Ext. 2395 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
First Day of Kindergarten Readiness Camp
Students arriving for the first day of Kindergarten Readiness Camp in the District were greeted by smiling faces and new friends.
The camp is designed to prepare students for the transition into Kindergarten. Families with children registered for the Kindergarten program for the 2019-2020 School Year were provided with free transportation to the elementary school to which their child is assigned. Once there, students will receive both breakfast and lunch, have the opportunity to meet their new classmates and teachers and familiarize themselves with their news classrooms and school.
Not registered yet for the 2019-2020 School Year? Stop by State Street Elementary School between 9 a.m. and noon all this week to register. Questions can be directed to Cathy Hopkins at 724-266-2833, Ext.1273 or via email.
Band Camp in Full Swing!
Ambridge Area Softball Boosters Meeting
Enrollment for Pre-K Counts Program Continues
Aug. 19: Back-to-School Kick-Off Event