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Our fourth grade students had an unforgettable day exploring PNC Park — home of the Pittsburgh Pirates! What an incredible opportunity to combine learning, history, math, engineering, and teamwork all in one amazing field trip experience. 

Students toured the ballpark while learning about the a

Karns City Area Elementary School students, staff, and community came together to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with a fun-filled day of patriotism and community spirit. The celebration featured a school-wide patriotic Sing-along, a festive parade, and a picnic for all to enjoy.

The KCHS Student Council is sponsoring a t-shirt sale in support of Kelly Hilliard. Orders are due by May 18th at 8:00 am. 

Click here to order a t-shirt. 

Karns City Area School District recently represented our district at the AGLOA (Academic Games Leagues of America) National Tournament!

The fifth grade at Karns City Area Elementary School recently studied the rich history and traditions of the Kentucky Derby.

At Karns City Elementary, learning comes to life in creative and meaningful ways. Mrs. Baum, a learning support teacher, is bringing a beloved childhood project full circle by introducing it to her own students.
 

Join us for the KCAES Festival of Learning on Wednesday, May 20 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. 

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening showcasing your student's hard work and accomplishments during the 2025-2026 school year. 

Karns City Area Elementary School recently celebrated Take Your Child to Work Day, giving students a fun and meaningful opportunity to explore the world of work right in their own school community.

Representatives from Central Electric Cooperative recently visited third-grade classes at Karns City Area Elementary School to deliver an engaging lesson about electricity.

Fifth grade students in Miss Schnell and Mrs. Kemmer's classes at Karns City Area Elementary School recently participated in March Mammal Madness, a nationwide educational tournament organized by Arizona State University. The program combines science, research, and friendly competition as students predict the outcomes of simulated wildlife matchups based on real animal behaviors and ecosystems.

Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler’s class recently explored the history of basketball and the excitement of the NCAA March Madness tournament.

Karns City Area Elementary School hosted the conclusion of the third nine-week School-Wide Positive Behavior Assembly on March 31, 2026.

Students in Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler's Social Studies class recently showcased their creativity and historical knowledge through their annual “Peep Projects.”

Using marshmallow Peeps, students designed imaginative dioramas based on events, people, and moments from American history. From the American Revolution to westward expansion, each project highlighted important themes while bringing history to life in a fun and engaging way.

Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler's fifth grade Shining Stars for the third nine-weeks have truly lived up to their name!

Karns City Area Elementary School sixth grade students recently partnered with Mrs. Sadowski’s and Ms. Kelly’s classrooms to spread Easter cheer throughout the school.

Karns City Area Elementary School recently hosted a PaTTAN PAI Capacity training session. 

March Madness took over Mrs. Hammonds’ 4th grade classroom! 

Students had a slam dunk day of learning filled with basketball fun and academic skills! They played mini basketball games while reviewing important grammar concepts, including synonyms, commonly confused words, and techniques for building strong sentences.

Karns City Area Elementary School is excited to announce a new partnership with the Andrew Effect, an organization dedicated to supporting young learners and fostering a love of education. Through this collaboration, students in grades two, three, and four will each receive an “Adventure Pack”—a thoughtfully designed collection of materials intended to spark curiosity, creativity, and learning beyond the classroom.

Karns City Area Elementary School's Student Council and PBIS representatives organized a Cereal Domino Challenge for National Cereal Day on Friday, March 6!

First graders in Mrs. Atwood’s, Mrs. Fritch’s, Mrs. Hutchison’s, and Mrs. Wimer’s classes recently had some very special visitors from Dr. McCaskey’s office! Three wonderful ortho assistants came to teach first grade students all about keeping their smiles healthy and bright. 

After spending the last two weeks learning all about the Winter Olympics, Mrs. Fritch’s first grade class turned curiosity into creativity with their very own Olympic Games— inspired by their chapter book Ready Freddy: Ready, Set, Snow!

Over the past two weeks, Ms. Hammonds' classroom transformed into an Olympic arena as students took part in a Winter Olympics–themed learning experience inspired by the Games in Italy.

For the past two weeks, Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler’s fifth grade students, with the help of paraprofessional, Mrs. Kuchta, explored winter Olympic events during social studies, writing, and Positive Action lessons. 

Third grade students recently welcomed Brandi, Casey, and Josh from the Jennings Environmental Education Center for a hands-on lesson about maple sugaring and the importance of trees.

Sixth grade students had a heartwarming time celebrating Valentine’s Day by creating festive Valentine boxes with their buddies from Mrs. Sadowski and Ms. Kelly’s classrooms. The collaborative activity brought students together for a fun afternoon of creativity, friendship, and teamwork.

Fifth grade students at KCAES showed their skills and school spirit by participating in Super Bowl–themed challenges that blended learning with friendly competition.

Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler recognized students who were Remote Learning Rock Stars last week.

The students showed responsibility by being prepared, working hard and consistently participating in the google meets. We're proud of their effort and commitment!

Mrs. Rice and Mrs. Wilson’s third grade classes teamed up with Mrs. Twentier and Mrs. Seidler’s fifth grade classes for a collaborative STEM-inspired art activity, creating intricate 3D paper snowflakes.

Center for Community Resources is offering volunteer income tax assistance. 

Click to view the flyer for more information.

Karns City was proudly represented on stage as students, faculty, parents, and community members came together to perform with the Kittanning Community Band in a recent concert.

The holiday spirit was alive and well thanks to our outstanding music department!

Inclusion is a core value at Karns City Area Elementary School, and it continues to open meaningful opportunities for students.

December 22 will be an Act 80 Professional Development Day for staff members instead of a snow make up day where students attend school.  Since December 22 will be an Act 80 Day, students will not make up the day missed on December 2.

KC Communities That Care invites you to a free Christmas ornament decorating event. 

Saturday, December 13
1:00 - 3:00 PM
Martinsburg CHurch of Bruin
128 Main Street, Bruin, PA

Fifth graders at Karns City Area Elementary School completed the DARE program with hands-on learning from local deputies and K9 Officer Justice, concluding with an essay contest recognizing top student writers.

As we prepare for the possibility of inclement weather this year, please take a moment to review our winter weather procedures. This page outlines our two-hour delay schedule and our plan for moving to remote instruction if a physical school closure becomes necessary.

Click to view our winter weather procedures.

Students in Mrs. Sadowski, Ms. Kelly and Mrs. Serafine’s rooms are back in business!

With their grand opening on October 30th, the Sunshine Station made and delivered nearly 70 orders with the help of 13 students! This round was funded by the faculty of KCAES and was enjoyed by all. 

Karns City Area Elementary School students and staff proudly honored local veterans with a heartfelt Veterans Day assembly.

Butler County Symphony Orchestra recently brought their "What Makes Music American?" tour to Karns City Area Elementary School.

Fifth grade students from Karns City Area Elementary School spent the day exploring the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh. During their visit, students participated in a guided tour focused on Pennsylvania Natural History, where museum interpreters brought science to life through engaging exhibits.

The KC Inspiring Gremlins Annual Trunk-or-Treat is coming up on October 22nd!

Trunk-or-Treat
October 22
6:00 - 7:00 pm
High School Student Parking Lot

Karns City Area Elementary School recently participated in Rock Your School Day, a nationwide initiative started by Get Your Teach On. Rock Your School Day was started to encourage teachers and schools to create an educational experience by doing something different for their students, and is about teachers, their students, and a community of educators celebrating the little things!

Jon Pritikin is a world-record-holding strongman, author, and motivational speaker whose message of hope, resilience, and kindness has inspired millions of people around the globe. Through his program Feel the Power, Jon combines jaw-dropping feats of strength with powerful storytelling about overcoming childhood struggles, bullying, and self-doubt.

Important Update: The KCAES Community Open House originally scheduled for Saturday, September 27 has been canceled. 

We are grateful to our Karns City Area Elementary School PTO for their generous support in purchasing new furniture for the common learning areas in our primary and intermediate collaborative spaces. This new addition creates a welcoming environment for students to learn, connect, and grow together.

We hope this letter finds you well and that you have enjoyed a wonderful summer break filled with some rest and quality time with loved ones. As we embark on a new academic year, we are excited to start the year with a fully completely renovated building at Karns City Area Elementary School.

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