The North Allegheny School District celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies held June 5 at Newman Stadium. Family members, friends and faculty gathered to honor the accomplishments of 667 graduates as they marked the end of their high school careers and prepared for the next chapter of their lives. The class included 209 National Honor Society members and 255 students who graduated with a GPA of 4.0 or higher. Following graduation, the ma

North Allegheny Senior High School presented the musical “Frozen” from Feb. 25 through March 1, bringing the beloved Disney story to life on stage. Featuring favorite songs and characters from the hit animated film—including sisters Elsa and Anna, and of course, Olaf the snowman—the students produced five evening performances and a Sunday matinee. A special Gold Card member preview performance was also held Feb. 24, offering an early look at the show. PHOTOS BY RUBY MORRIS

North Allegheny student Sidney Rice stitches sustainability and imagination into a fast-rising future in fashion. At just 17, Sidney Rice is redefining what fashion can be—and where it can come from. A lifelong Pittsburgher, Sidney, a junior at North Allegheny Senior High School, recently earned national recognition as a 2026 YoungArts Award winner in fashion design. Sidney’s journey began early—with thread, a needle, and creativity. “My mom taught me to sew when I was 6,” sh