Frequently Asked Questions

What is a five-day schedule (for elementary)?
All special classes, including art, music, physical education, Creativity, Innovation & Research (CIRC) and World Languages are on a five-day rotating schedule. Each student in first through sixth grade will have one special class every day, receiving instruction in music, art, physical education, CIRC, and world language one time per week. The days do not necessarily follow the days of the week. Your monthly menu building calendar, and online elementary day calendar will help you with this schedule.
 

How does a school day cancellation affect the five-day schedule?
It doesn’t, the days only move ahead when class is in session. 

What is the district grading scale?

A     Excellent Progress    90%-100%
B     Good                           80%- 89%
C     Average                      70%- 79%
D     Below Average          60%- 69%
F     Not Passing                0%- 59%

What are snow days?
A weather-related cancellation or delay as a result of inclement weather conditions. SchoolMessenger calls are made to the homes to announce such a decision. Information is also provided via the website, mobile app, local television media, SVTV and the District phone line. For more information on inclement weather notices, click here.

How many schools are in the Seneca Valley School District?
There are nine buildings and the Seneca Valley Academy of Choice Drop-In Center. 

How many students are enrolled in the Seneca Valley School District?
Total district enrollment can be found on our Facts and Figures web page.

How many students per classroom?
The student to teacher ratio is 18:1, grades K-12

What is the square mileage of the district?
100 square miles

Does K-6 have extra-curricular activities?
Intramural sports are offered in the winter for students in grades 4 - 6.

Does K-6 have band, chorus, and world language classes?
Band is offered to students starting with grade 4, chorus is offered to students starting in grade 5, and Spanish is introduced to students in grade 1.

What is the length of a secondary class period?
40 minutes

How much time are the students given between classes on the secondary campus?
Four minutes

What time does school start and finish?
Connoquenessing Valley Elementary - 8:55 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Ehrman Crest Elementary - 8:55a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Haine Elementary - 8:55 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Rowan Elementary - 8:55 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Ehrman Crest Middle School - 8:55 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Haine Middle School - 8:55 a.m. - 3:25p.m.
Ryan Gloyer Middle School - 8:09 a.m. - 2:41 p.m.
Seneca Valley Intermediate High School - 8:09 a.m. - 2:41 p.m.
Seneca Valley Senior High School - 8:09 a.m. - 2:41 p.m.
 

Kindergarten start and finish times are as follows:
AM Arrival – 8:40-8:55 a.m.
AM Dismissal – 11:30-11:37 a.m.
PM Arrival – 12:43 – 12:50 p.m.
PM Dismissal – 3:25 – 3:45 p.m.
 

What are the designated bus stops and pick up times for students?
Bus information is available on the SV Portal beginning in August.

What are the hours of the activity bus?
Monday - Friday 5:15 p.m. For move information on the Activity Bus, visit our Transportation web page.

What site can I use for language barriers?

Butler County Community College
Adult Literacy Program
Adult Literacy | Butler County Community College (bc3.edu)

Goodwill of Southwestern PA
Education Programs
ESL Classes - Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania (goodwillswpa.org)

Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Adult Education and Workforce Development Program
Adult Education - Allegheny Intermediate Unit (aiu3.net)