• Seneca Valley Selected as National 'Lighthouse' School System with Dr. Tracy Vitale and Dr. Sean McCarty

  • Jan 29 2024
  • Length: 21 mins
  • Podcast

Seneca Valley Selected as National 'Lighthouse' School System with Dr. Tracy Vitale and Dr. Sean McCarty

  • Summary

  • The Seneca Valley School District is one of only four school districts across the country to be recognized as a 2023 Fall "Lighthouse System" by AASA, the School Superintendents Association. Listen as SV superintendents, Dr. Tracy Vitale and Dr. Sean McCarty discuss the details of this prestigious recognition and what it means to Seneca Valley.

    IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL REVIEW

    • What is the AASA and AASA’s Learning 2025 Network?
    • What is the “Lighthouse” designation and how did SV earn such an award?
    • What is the application process like?
    • What this prestigious recognition means for Seneca Valley.


    SPECIAL GUEST
    Dr. Tracy Vitale, Seneca Valley Superintendent of Schools
    Dr. Sean McCarty, Seneca Valley Assistant Superintendent for K-6 Instruction

    Dr. Tracy Vitale proudly serves as the Superintendent of Schools for Seneca Valley, which is one of the largest public school districts in Western Pennsylvania. Prior to becoming Superintendent in 2011, she was an Assistant Superintendent, Principal and Teacher in urban, rural and suburban environments in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. She has a strong understanding and experience in community relations, public education advocacy, business partnerships and workforce development. She also has an extensive background in personnel selection, training & supervision.

    Dr. Sean McCarty has held the position of assistant superintendent of elementary education, grades K-6, since 2012. In his role he has expanded the elementary curriculum and added unique courses for the K-6 student. Dr. McCarty has overseen the development and expansion of an elementary foreign language program and is also credited for introducing and initiating the District's Creativity, Innovation & Research Center (CIRC), which serves as a model program for K-6 schools all across the State.

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