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Our music teachers recently made the rounds to introduce band and orchestra to our fourth grade students. We can't wait to hear all of our new instrumental students perform! 

The Butler Area School District invites students, families, staff, community members, and local business leaders to participate in a strategic visioning community event designed to help shape the district's future priorities and long-term strategic plan.

Shaping Our Path Forward
Thursday, September 24
6:00 p.m.
Butler Intermediate High School

As we continue with an exciting sports season, the safety and enjoyment of our students, families, and fans remain our top priorities. To ensure a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for everyone attending our athletic events, please review the following expectations for spectators attending sporting events:

The first week of school is officially in the books. Welcome back, everyone! We’re looking forward to a fantastic year ahead!

View photos from the first week of school on Facebook.

As we begin another school year, I’ve been thinking about two messages that seem to conflict. Students often hear that artificial intelligence will replace jobs, yet nearly every employer I speak with tells me they cannot find enough qualified people.

Click here to read the 2026-2027 Welcome Back to School publication.

You are invited to the official grand opening ceremony of our new playground!

Monday, August 17
Event: 3:30–5:30 PM
Grand Opening Ceremony: 4:00 PM

Summer is not over yet, but if you are looking ahead to the first day of school, here are a few things you can do now to be prepared

The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc.'s annual Tuff Tornado Run is just around the corner! Register by September 6 to receive a free t-shirt. 

The Butler Area School District invites students, families, staff, community members, and local business leaders to participate in a Strategic Visioning Event designed to help shape the district's future priorities and long-term strategic plan.

SummerFest registration is now open to Butler Area School District students entering grades 6-12. Students entering grades K-5 may also still register. 

Although the school year just ended, now is the time we begin planning for the upcoming school year. To ensure we can get accurate transportation information to our families in a timely manner, please carefully review the following information and complete each form that applies to your family as soon as possible. 

We are thrilled to announce that Mei and Herald Chen (Butler High School ’88) are generously supporting students, programs and the broader Butler community through three new endowments totaling $4.5 million.

Butler Area School District has been awarded a $7,500 Pennsylvania Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grant to support and expand agricultural education opportunities across the district.

The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc.'s 21st annual Fine Arts & Beyond (FAB) Showcase was a great success. The student artwork was incredible and the student musical performances were outstanding. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!