Author: daveynin
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Forgotten Buildings
WPSD’s forgotten buildings over the past 140 years reveal the reasons behind 9 out of 10 demolitions and the significance of these structures.
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The Pavilion Story
In 1906, the WPSD woodworking class embarked on a project to build a pavilion for the students and alumni to enjoy. They completed the project in 1907, naming it the Summer Playhouse. For seventy years, the Summer Playhouse, as it was known, served as a gathering place for friends and a venue for various activities.…
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Obituary: Ronald Heckman, Class of 1956
Ronald R. Heckman, Sr., 87, of Butler, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024, at his home. He was born September 10, 1937 in New Kensington, the son of the late Robert R. and Elma (Frank) Heckman. He retired after 35 years as a print setter for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette. Surviving are his wife, Linda…
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Tidbit History of WPSD
Click the decades below, listings the tidbit highlights about history of WPSD. Special thanks to Stephen Rute, WPSD Class of 1974 for collecting the stories from WPAN (Western Pennsylvanian) newsletter and WPSD Annual Report book.
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Obituary: John P. Stanton, Class of 1989
John Paul Stanton, 56, of Nanty Glo, went to Heaven on Dec. 11, 2024. Born Nov. 25, 1968 in Johnstown, son of the late Herbert and Irene (Kankula) Stanton. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by grandparents; brother, Herbert, Jr.; and sister, Barbara Stanton. Survived by sister, Sue (Chuck) Keilman; brothers,…
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Our Sup’t & CEO post facelift
We have updated the “Superintendents and CEO” section on our Alumni website. Initially, this page featured only photos and a chronological list of WPSD Superintendents and CEOs. Now, we’ve expanded the content to include a brief history of the highest administrative positions at WPSD, along with biographies for each Superintendent, CEO, and Executive Director. This…
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Death Notice: Raymond Gwizdak, Class of 1978
Raymond Gerald Gwizdak, 65, of Pittsburgh, passed away on November 28, 2024. Born December 16, 1958, in Pittsburgh, the son of late Roman and Antoinette (DiLiberto) Gwizdak. Beloved wife of Janice (Mogus) Gwizdak for 36 years. Survived by brother in law, Robert (Ginny) Mogus and cousins. He graduated from Western Pa School for the Deaf…
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Teegarden Field
The storyline photos of the transformation of Teegarden Field on the WPSD backyard. Over time, it evolved into a shed tool garden and eventually became an Athletic Field, serving as a recreational space and hosting special events.