YEARS of HAMPTON MAGAZINE

LATE-SUMMER EDITION 2017 HamptonMAGAZINE

Featuring: District Dispatch School News and Hampton Highlights Programs

Volume 21 Contents Late-Summer Number 3 2017 The official voice of the Township of Hampton and The Hampton Township School District

On the Cover Hampton Magazine’s 20th Anniversary It’s hard to believe that 20 years has passed since we began publishing the very first Hampton Magazine! Over that time the magazine and our community have both evolved in size, scope and reputation. We’ve published articles about the Township, the District, community organizations, clubs, and nonprofits (among many others). We’ve told the stories on many residents and commemorated special occasions. The magazine has been a platform to communicate with our neighbors, entertain, inform and educate. Our first 20 years was an exciting experience and we’re looking forward to the next 20 ! Selected magazine covers photographed by John Madia of Madia Photography

Events for Ins ide This Issue

H ampton Notes & Events ...... 3-5

Hampton Township Municipal Update ...... 7

Cover Story: 20 Years of Hampton Magazine...... 9-10

HTSD District Dispatch ...... 11-18

Getting Help from Your State Representatives...... 19

Hampton Highlights Community Center and Pool Programs ...... 21-31

Summer Events at Hartwood Acres ...... 32

The Township of Hampton P.O. Box 312, Allison Park, PA 15101 Hampton Township School District Township Council: Phone: 412-223-9702 School Board: Victor D. Son, Jr., President Fax: 412-729-9633 Bryant Wesley II, Esq., President, Mary Alice Peter S. Russ, Cary Montgomery, .www.hamptonmagazine.org Hennessey, Vice President, Denise Balason, Richard Dunlap, Sherry Neugebauer, Secretary, Robert Shages, Treasurer, David G. Young, Senior Editor Gail Litwiler, Lawrence Vasko, Greg Stein, Controller: Jerry E. Speakman Shari Berg, District Newsletter Editor Manager: W. Christopher Lochner Pamela Lamagna, Cathy Lueers. Alex P. Zarenko, Hampton Highlights Editor Website: www.hampton-pa.org Superintendent: Dr. Michael Loughead Jan Anthony, Copy Editor Website: www.ht-sd.org

Hampton Magazine is a joint publication of the Township of Hampton and the Hampton Township School District, to provide residents with information about programs, events, and people throughout our community. Hampton Magazine is published six times per year in February/March, April/May, June/ July, August/September, October/November and December/January. Hampton Magazine reserves the right to refuse publication of any information deemed unsuitable for our readership and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy or content of advertising. © Copyright 2016. All Rights Reserved.

www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 1 Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall Comes to Hampton A Moving Memorial to the Men & Women Who Served in Vietnam Hampton Township Community Park, from June 29 though July 4

rom June 29 though July 4 the American Veterans Travel- How many service members are memorialized? ing Tribute (AVTT) and the Township of Hampton will be The wall originally listed 58,191 names when it was completed in Fpresenting the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall replica. 1983. As of May 2017 there are now 58,318 names, including eight This moving tribute to the men and women who served in one of women. Approximately 1,200 of those are listed as missing (MIAs, Americas greatest POWs, and others). conflicts -- the Viet- nam War -- provides “ The Wall is actually more than just When a visitor looks upon the wall, his or her reflection can Hampton residents an 58,000-plus names. These are be seen simultaneously with the engraved names, which is opportunity to pause individuals. These are people who meant to symbolically bring the past and present together. and reflect upon the have given their lives. These are, One wall points toward the Washington Monument, the other sacrifices our vet- many of them ... my friends.” in the direction of the Lincoln Memorial, meeting at an angle erans have made to – Richard Schroepfer of 125° 12′. Each wall has 72 panels, 70 listing names (num- keep America strong 1st Infantry Division bered 1E through 70E and 70W through 1W) and two very and free. small blank panels at the extremities. There is a pathway The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is a scaled-down along the base of the Wall where visitors may walk. representation that is a 4/5 replica of the actual wall in Washington D.C. the traveling wall is 360 feet in length and 8 feet high. It’s Notable Facts about the Vietnam Memorial Wall accompanied by displays portraying the sacrifices and timeline of • The youngest Vietnam KIA is Dan Bullock at 15 years old. the Vietnam War. The Wall’s five day visit to Hampton will com- • The oldest is Dwaine McGriff at 63 old. memorate the courage and devotion of our Vietnam-era veterans • There are 120 persons who listed foreign countries throughout Western Pennsylvania and America. as their home of record. Please consider joining your neighbors in honoring all brave • At least 25,000 of those killed were 20 years old or younger, with American men and women who served during the War in South- the youngest only 16. east Asia, and in particular those who made the ultimate sacrifice and whose names appear on this Memorial. • More than 17,000 of those killed were married. • 997 veterans were killed on their first day in Vietnam. How is it constructed? • 1,448 Veterans were killed on their last day in Vietnam. The Vietnam Memorial Wall is composed of two 246-foot-9-inch • 16 on the wall of Chaplains (2 with Medals Of Honor). long gabbro-rock walls, etched with the names of the service men • 8 of the veterans on the Wall were women. (7 were Army and women honored in panels of horizontal rows with regular and 1 USAF). At least 7,484 women in total served. typeface and spacing. At the highest point they are 10.1 feet high, • There are 226 Native Americans on the Memorial. and they taper to a height of 8 inches at their extremities. Symboli- cally, many have described this monument as a “wound that is • There are 22 countries represented on the Memorial. closed and healing.” • The most common name on the Memorial is “Smith,” with 667 veterans. Where is it located? The Wall is located between the Washington Monument and the • The most casualties for a single day was on January 31, Lincoln Memorial, along Constitution Avenue between 21st and 1968 ~ 245 casualties. 23rd Streets. • The most casualties for a single month was May 1968, 2,415 casualties were incurred.

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Upcoming Events at the Depreciation Lands Museum post-race party will include food, drinks, music, raffle prizes and Ice Cream Social fun for the whole family. Past participants have ranged in age Sunday, July 16, 1:00- 4:00 p.m. from as young as 3 all the way to 86 years young, with all the race The Depreciation Lands Museum is hosting an old-fashioned proceeds supporting the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund. The Fund ice cream social featuring a “Fleece to Shawl” demonstration enables patients and residents to receive more than $7 million in Saturday, October 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. (admission free care each year. Registration is $25 before August 5 and $30 charged) the day of the race. There is also the 5K My Way option for $17, ages 70+. Register at FreeCare5K.com or call 724-625-3770. Fall Hydref, (The Museum’s Fall Festival) Saturday, October 21 & 28, NHCO Programs for July 6-9:00p.m. The Hydref brings the museum North Hills Community Outreach is an interfaith organization addressing the needs of people in crisis, hardship and poverty. Pro- alive with re-enactors, gramming for July includes: demonstrators, crafts people, music, food and children’s NHCO’s annual Back-to-School Collection is on! activities. North Hills Community Outreach is collecting new backpacks and school supplies for students in kindergarten through 12. Items Lantern Tours at the Museum needed include backpacks, notebooks, binders, paper, folders, Sunday, October 29, 1-4p.m. pencils, pens and calculators. Good quality teen backpacks with The Lantern tours are quiet, family-oriented, and an historical sturdy zippers are especially needed. Gently used Texas Instrument alternative to Halloween. Learn about “the Deacon,” the museum’s graphic/scientific calculators are also needed for high school resident ghost. View costumed guides and demonstrators in every students. NHCO provides more than 1,200 backpacks full of building. This is the last Sunday to visit the museum this season. school supplies for students each year. Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. through July 31 at any Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social NHCO office including NHCO Allison Park, 1975 Ferguson Road, Sunday, July 16 1-4 pm Hampton, or NHCO North Boroughs, AGH-Suburban Campus, Fleece to Shawl Demonstration all Afternoon 100 S. Jackson Avenue, 2 South, Bellevue. Special donation hours Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of an old-fashioned country ice will be held 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, July 29 in the food pantry cream social and enjoy a day of treats, special demonstrations and behind the main office in Hampton, or alternate arrangements can lots of hands on activities! A “Fleece to Shawl” demonstration will be made by calling 412-487-6316 option 1. be presented in collaboration with the Butler Spinners and Weavers Guild. A recently shorn sheep fleece will be spun into yarn and Walk, run or volunteer in the BubbleRun and help NHCO woven into a shawl, which will be auctioned off. Visitors may North Hills Community Outreach is again the charity partner of purchase a raffle ticket for the handmade shawl, with the winner Bubble Run at Hartwood August 19. Bubble Run is a bubble- to be chosen at the Hydref Fall Festival in October. The Wayward filled, family-friendly 5k walk / run in which participants run or Companions will perform an afternoon concert in the Tavern at walk through mounds of colored foam. Registrants can choose 2:30 p.m. Event admission is $5/adults, $3/children & members. to donate to NHCO at the end of their registration form. Visit For more information e-mail [email protected] or call bubblerun.com/ and search for the Pittsburgh run. 412-486-0563 and leave a message. The museum is open 1-4 p.m. In addition, volunteers are also needed. If a quota of every Sunday, May through October. volunteers registers on behalf of NHCO, NHCO will receive a financial donation to support our many services. Please note that St. Barnabas Charities Free Care 5k Coming in August the link to volunteer directly for NHCO was not available at press time. Those interested in volunteering on behalf of NHCO should St. Barnabas Charities will host the 26th Annual Free Care 5K contact Harriet at 412-408-3830 x 3204 or [email protected]. presented by Paracca Interiors Flooring America Saturday, August 5 at their Gibsonia campus. Around 1,000 participants are expected to participate and help raise awareness and funds for the Online registration for volunteering to help seniors St. Barnabas Free Care Fund. The race begins at 9 a.m. on the St. North Hills Community Outreach now has an easy online Barnabas Gibsonia Campus at 5850 Meridian Road. Top finishers registration process for those who wish to volunteer to help will be rewarded with a cash prize and awards will be distributed seniors. Those interested in volunteering for NHCO’s In Service of to all ages. Champion Chip timing is provided by Runner’s High. Seniors: North program can visit nhco.org/volunteer-opportunities/ Runners must register by July 1 to be guaranteed a race t-shirt. The volunteer-help-seniors/ and follow the easy step-by-step registration process. Volunteers are needed to help seniors get to Hampton Magazine’s Notes & Events section is for the doctor appointments, take them grocery shopping, do light yard publication of newsworthy announcements and upcoming work, drive shuttles and more. For more information, call Cathy at events of interest to Hampton Magazine Readers. 412-307-0069 x 3313. To submit items please send them via email to [email protected] or via postal mail to Hampton Magazine, P.O. Box 312, Allison Park, 15101. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 3 Notes & Events

NHCO collecting safety items for seniors Schuetz Graduates Summa Cum Laude North Hills Community Outreach is collecting safety items for Kathryn Schuetz of Hampton Township graduated Summa Cum volunteers to give to seniors during free “Safety for Seniors” home Laude from the University of Delaware in Newark, DE on May safety checks. Items needed include: new 9-volt batteries, new 27, 2017. Katie, the daughter of Sherri smoke detectors and new nonslip bath mats. and David Schuetz and a 2013 graduate Please donate Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at of Hampton High School, earned her NHCO Allison Park, 1975 Ferguson Road, Hampton, or NHCO degree of Honors Bachelor of Science North Boroughs, AGH-Suburban Campus, 100 S. Jackson Avenue, with a major in Exercise Science with Bellevue, or call 412-487-6316 option 1 to make alternate arrange- a Concentration in Exercise Physiology ments. If you are interested in volunteering to do safety checks, please contact Cathy at 412-307-0069 x 3313. Company groups and a Human Development and Family are also welcome to volunteer. Studies minor. While at UD, Katie served as president of the Wesley NHCO offers free Let’s Cook workshops in Millvale Foundation Campus Ministry hosted North Hills Community Outreach, in partnership with Christ by Newark United Methodist Church. Lutheran Church of Millvale, is offering free Let’s Cook She was also very active in UD chapter workshops for those interested in learning tips and techniques of Alpha Phi Omega, a national coed for eating healthy on a budget. Topics include soups, roasting service organization that provided many volunteer opportunities vegetables, freezing and storing, stir-frying, oven-frying, in the surrounding communities. Starting in June, Katie will microwaving, fermenting, smoothies, and herbs and spices. begin pursuing her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the Classes are held 10:30 a.m. - noon, third Saturday of each month University of Pittsburgh. through November in Christ Lutheran Church, 917 Evergreen Hemlock Groove Concert Series Returns to Hartwood Road, Millvale. The next classes are July 22 and August 19. Friends of Hartwood recently announced the return of the Registration is appreciated, but a limited number of walk-ins are Hemlock Groove Concert Series for 2017. Three concerts are welcome. This class is made possible by a 100 Days of Us grant scheduled for the third Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 from The Sprout Fund. Register by calling 412-408-3830 x 3225. p.m. in the new pavilion behind the Hartwood Mansion in Indiana Ask the Attorney sessions for low-income families Township. Local bands that will perform areCGood Brother Free legal consultation for issues such as divorce, bankruptcy, Earl. Acoustic Rock on July 20 and Cue Ball Irish and Celtic credit issues, family matters, rent disputes and more is Rock on August 17. The concerts are a fundraiser for Friends available for families in need at North Hills Community of Hartwood projects in Hartwood Acres; a suggested donation Outreach locations the third Wednesday of each month at of $5 will be collected. Kids are free. Rain or shine. Use the 7:00 p.m. except December. The next ATA sessions are: NHCO Saxonburg Blvd. entrance. For more information on the series, Millvale, July 19 and NHCO North Boroughs, August 16. contact Joe Downing, Friends of Hartwood, 412-216-7403 or Attendees MUST preregister for these sessions by contacting [email protected] Jackie at [email protected] or call 412-408-3830 x 3217. 17th Annual Fore The Children Golf Classic Vacation Bible School at Nativity Lutheran Church Registration is now open for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler Registrations are now being accepted for the Vacation Bible County’s 17th Annual Fore the Children Golf Classic, scheduled School program, The Mighty Fortress In Jesus, The Victory is Friday, July 14 at Lake Arthur Golf Club. Big Brothers Big Won! The program will be held 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., July 16 Sisters (BBBS) of Butler County facilitates meaningful, -20, in Nativity Lutheran Church, 4517 Mt. Royal Blvd. Children professionally supported and monitored matches between adult who are potty trained through fifth grade are invited. The cost for volunteers and children across the entire county. The annual golf the week, which includes dinner, is $10 per child / $20 per family. outing is a primary fundraiser for BBBS of Butler County. The For more information, call the church at 412-487-1071 or visit our cost to golf is $175 per person or $600 per foursome. The cost booth at the Annual Independence Day Community Celebration at includes green fees, cart, contests, lunch, happy hour, dinner, the Hampton Community Center on July 3. prizes, raffles and auctions.

World of Mae 5K Returns to Hartwood The tournament will be a scramble format with registration The 2nd Annual World of Mae 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run will be starting at 8:30 a.m. with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun start. Happy hour, held October 10 at Hartwood Acres Park! Check-in begins at dinner and awards will immediately follow the conclusion of play. 9a.m., the 5K begins at 10a.m., and the Fun Run at 11:00a.m.. A number of individual and corporate sponsorship opportunities Both courses wind along beautiful nature paths and are are available. All proceeds from this event directly support the handicapped friendly. Live musicians play every half mile along BBBS of Butler County program to help children throughout the course and timing chips will be provided for all participants. our community. To register or become an event sponsor, contact Interested participants can register by September 25 to receive Chelsy Olsen at 724-287-4733, ext. 131 or Colsen@bcfymca. a free World of Mae shirt! Participants can sign up by visiting org. You may also visit bcfymca.org for more information and to runsignup.com/Race/PA/Pittsburgh/worldofmae. For more register as a golfer or sponsor. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler info learn about Ada Mae Greshow’s story at facebook.com/ County is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable organization. worldofmae.home.

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Schlafhauser is National American Miss State Finalist Lola Schlafhauser, 7, has been chosen as a State Finalist in the COMMUNITY MEETINGS National American Miss Pennsylvania state pageant to be held ● Rotary Club of Hampton Township, Thursdays, noon, August 11 and 12 in Harrisburg. The pageant is for girls 4 - 18 Wildwood Golf Club. Contact Kerry Kelly at 724-282-5347. and has five different age divisions. Lola will be competing in the Jr. ● North Pittsburgh Business & Professional Women’s Club, Pre-Teen age division against other last Thursdays, 6:00 p.m., Wildwood Golf Club young ladies across the state. The pageant emphasizes the importance ● PA Professional Employment Network, Mondays, 9:00 a.m. of gaining self-confidence, learning at Hampton Presbyterian Church. For info: .papen.us sportsmanship and setting and ● Referral Resource Network, Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. breakfast, achieving personal goals. The pageant Wildwood Golf Club. 724-625-3711. recognizes the accomplishments of each girl while encouraging her ● Aglow Pgh. North, Network of Women Caring, 1st Fridays, to set goals for her future. Lola’s 10:00 a.m., Assembly of God, Duncan Ave., 412-635-9486. activities include dance, Girl Scouts, ● Cerebral Palsy Support, 3rd Mon., St. Barnabas, 724-443-0700. cheerleading, lectoring at St. Ursula, and Improv for Kids. She also enjoys ● POTADA (sharing & support for Parents of Teenage riding her ATV and bike, hunting bugs, and playing with her Alcohol and Drug Abusers). Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m., St. Paul’s rescued pit bill Spartacus. Her sponsors are ProMotor Sports, United Methodist, 412-492-1168. NuAge Fitness, and Tracy Brien Photography. ● Alzheimer’s Support Group on the 1st Monday of each Hampton Seniors Compete in 2017 Championship Regatta month at 10 a.m., at St. Catherine of Sweden Church, 2554 Hampton Seniors Jamie Duff, Maya BouSamra, and Kate Mills Wildwood Road. For more info call 412-492-9789. competed recently in the Scholastic Rowing Association of ● Parents Without Partners, 412-487-2788. America 2017 National Championships Regatta. The two-day event featured over 100 races with the best teams in the nation ● AARP North Hills Chapter 595, Hampton Presbyterian on competing. The Scholastic Rowing Association of America East Hardies Rd. at 12:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every Regatta (SRAA), which serves as the national championship for month. Call President Fred Wheeler at 412-486-7368. high school rowers, brings 5,000 competitors and up to 15,000 ● AARP Allison Park Area Chapter 3736, meets at St. Ursula’s spectators to the banks of the Cooper River, which holds the School on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m., Sept. record for the largest U.S. rowing event in history in 2014. thru May. Contact Dave Nagy, president, at 412-486-0792. Summer Events at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve ● Fifty and Over Support Group, for those fifty and over Join Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania for programs that who’ve lost a spouse. Haber Hall at St. Sebastian Parish, get the whole family outdoors. Visit www.aswp.org to learn more 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. about our programs, and to register online. ● Young Adult Bereavement, Friends Meeting House, 4638 Events for July Ellsworth Avenue, Shadyside, 2nd Monday, 5:30-7:00 p.m. 18: Citizen Science Data Days: Monarch Larva ● Young Widows & Widowers, North Hills Youth Ministry Monitoring and Lost Ladybug Project Counseling Center Office, 4th Monday, 5:30–7:00 p.m. 19: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike 25: Citizen Science Data Days: Monarch Larva Monitoring ● Bridge to Hope, support group for adult family members/ and Lost Ladybug Project loved ones of those in addiction, Wednesdays, 7:00- 8:30 p.m. Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center, 26: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike Cumberland Woods Village, McCandless, 412-748-6640

Events for August ● Beyond Bridge to Hope, support group for adult family 2: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike members who experienced the death of a loved one due to 3: Fledglings drug/alcohol abuse, 2nd Wednesday each month, 7:00- 8:30 3 Babes in the Woods p.m., Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center, 9: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike Cumberland Woods Village, 412-748-6640. 16: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike ● North Hills Toastmasters Club 2472 (practice public 19: Night Hike speaking skills), La Roche College, Zappala Bldg., 9000 22: Citizen Science Data Days: Monarch Larva Monitoring Babcock Blvd. at 7:00 p.m. on the first, third, and fifth and Lost Ladybug Project Thursdays each month. Contact Rick Ley, 724-933-0074, 23: Birds and More Naturalist Led Hike or northhills.toastmastersclubs.org. 26: Migratory Bird Hike 26: Family Outdoor Adventure

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Township Recognized as a Banner Community Township Council Strategic Planning Meeting Highlights for the Fifth Consecutive Year MIT Sloan School of Management Professor Emeritus Dr. For many, local government is the most important form of Edgar Schein has made a notable mark in the field of organiza- government because of its direct impact on the daily lives of resi- tional development and management. He has concluded that wise dents. The Banner Community Program recognizes those local leaders do not allow an environment or culture to just evolve: they governments and municipal officials who are committed to pro- plan for it and shape it. fessional development, prudent fiscal management, transparency, On April 6, 2017 Township Council held their 28th Annual accountability, and proactive communications that engage com- Strategic Planning Meeting. This meeting, and the 27 prior munity residents. This designation is a public recognition of the meetings have created an environment or culture where decision efforts of your Township Government working on behalf of you, making is based on financial responsibility while still promoting as a resident and the business community, each and every day. citizen involvement for the betterment of quality family living. For the 5th consecutive year, Township Council and the Town- Examples of past topics of discussions held at these meetings in- ship’s employees have been recognized as one of Allegheny clude but are not limited to: County’s Banner Communities. Although we are honored by this recognition, the Township understands that you the residents are • The creation of the McCully Baseball Fields Complex. what is most important in our daily business operations and we • The design and construction of the Hampton Community Center. will continue to strive to bring you the highest quality of life possible at the most responsible financial (tax) rate. • Short and long term relationships with the HAA and the Hampton Soccer Association. Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall to Visit • Proposed changes to Land-Use Planning Strategies and the Hampton Community Park Township Zoning Ordinance. The American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) and the • The building of a salt storage facility/building. Township will be presenting the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall • Current as well as future public safety (Police) operations. replica from June 29 thru July 4, 2017. The AVTT was founded on the principles that American Heroes must be honored and never • Construction of a stand-alone Police Building. forgotten. For years, options to see the Vietnam Memorial have • The creation of the Hampton Shaler Water Authority. been very limited. These limited options have prohibited many veterans, as well as friends and families of the fallen, from view- ing the Wall. The replica wall is scaled down to 80% of the actual For Council’s 2017 Meeting, developing background knowl- Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. It is 360 feet in length and 8 edge was the theme of this year’s program. Discussions were held feet high at its apex. It also travels with “A Frames” portraying on subjects such as: the statistics and a timeline from the Vietnam War. • MS4 Stormwater Management. th th June 29 thru July 4 will be a five (5) day event that cre- • Examining and Re-defining Recreation Facilities Programs. ates a great forum to raise local awareness for Vietnam Veterans and their causes in both Hampton and well as the Pittsburgh area. • Sanitary Sewer Facilities (up-dating the Sewer Plant). Please consider joining us in recognizing as well as honoring those • Future Volunteer Fire and EMS Operations. who served during the Vietnam War; especially those who made • State Legislation Legalizing Medical Marijuana. the ultimate sacrifice and whose names appear on this Memorial Wall. • Pension Plan Investment Performance and Policies. • Selecting a New Finance Director. • Up-date the Police Hiring/Promotion Ordinance. As you can see, there were a number of subject matters discussed at this all-day meeting and a great deal of background information was reviewed. All options relative to each subject matter were studied, all alternatives available considered, and all strategies for moving forward discussed at length. Township Council’s next Strategic Planning Meeting will be held in April, 2018.

Hours of operation at the township office are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Office telephone numbers are: 412-486-0400 or 724-443-7585. For emergency assistance call 911. For non-emergencies call 412-486-3201

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he expression “time flies when lights, published three times per year with for Hampton residents. I presented a pro- you’re having fun” seems true Parks & Recreation programming info. posal to publish a new magazine four times Tenough on the face of it. But time But beginning in 1995 both the Town- per year, which would continue to provide also flies when you’re deeply engaged in ship and the School District approached lifestyle information but which would also something or when you simply love what me about printing their publications within continue to carry the School News and you’re doing. For me the past twenty years the pages of Hampton Magazine, which Hampton Highlights. We worked out a feels as if it has zoomed by because 2017 was also mailed to residents. It was a way production schedule and the first issue of marks the 20th anniversary of Hampton to maximize the information we were each Hampton Quarterly hit the mailboxes in Magazine. But let’s start at the beginning. providing to residents while saving on the August of 1998. cost of printing and mailing. It combined As Chris Lochner, Hampton Town- From Hampton Magazine to Hampton District and Township sections with life- ship’s Manager, explained, “Hampton Quarterly and Back style information and received an enthusi- Magazine is an ideal example of what When the present day Hampton Maga- astic reception from residents, merchants can be accomplished through cooperation zine was launched in 1997, it was a differ- and officials. and teamwork. By working together the ent publication from today’s version. The Following that success I also launched municipality and the School District meet first version of Hampton Magazine that I similar community magazines in McCand- the information needs of our residents in a produced actually started in 1994. Until less and Cranberry townships. These maga- cost‑effective and thorough manner.” then my career as a freelance writer mostly zines flourished for a while but it became Over time, however, the original pro- focused on creating newsletters for large cost-prohibitive to produce three separate duction schedule for the Quarterly wasn’t corporations. But I wanted to create some- magazines, so I consolidated the three working due to changes in content. In order thing larger to serve an entire community. magazines into a single publication called to fit the timing of various programs and When the Pittsburgh Press folded fol- North Hills Magazine. However, this deci- news requirements the old schedule called lowing a strike in 1992, reliable sources sion to discontinue publishing a separate for the magazine to be printed in April, of information for local readers became Hampton Magazine presented the problem June, August and October. The long gap somewhat scarce. Eventually the remaining of what to do with the Hampton Highlights between October and April was causing a Newspaper, the Post-Gazette began drop- and School News inserts. backup in information and timing problems ping coverage of communities along the I met with Township Manager Chris for some announcements, so in 2002 we Route 8 corridor. Lochner, School Superintendent Ken added a fifth issue, to be published in Feb- When I began publishing the first Sholtz, Parks & Recreation Director Alex ruary. Since there is no word for publishing Hampton Magazine in 1994 there were Zarenko, and Public Relations Liaison five times per year we stuck with the name two newsletters produced for residents: the Linda Mueller to discuss whether we could Quarterly. School District’s School News published continue producing a combined magazine Continued on next page four times per year and Hampton High-

Apr 1994 Feb/March 2011 Jun/Jul 2008 www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 9 That additional issue helped for a with ads, often resulting in an advertising- pages (approximately 25% of the contents) while, but the magazine kept growing in to-editorial ratio of 50-50, or even 60-40. and we don’t accept political ads or any content, and information still kept piling That’s why most magazines seem crowded content that is either controversial or of- up between issues. Finally, in 2004 we with commercial messages. They are! But fensive. With an advertising to editorial switched to a bimonthly format in which from the beginning that wasn’t our plan for page ratio of 1 to 4 Hampton Magazine has the magazine would be published in April, Hampton Magazine. an uncluttered look, compared with similar June, August, October and December. publications. It also offers great value to At this point it made sense to go back our advertisers, since Hampton Magazine to using the name Hampton Magazine, al- “Hampton Magazine is mailed directly to all households in the though many residents still call it Hampton township. In return, our advertisers make Quarterly. is an ideal example an invaluable contribution to the produc- So, for six months each year Hampton tion of the magazine. Magazine brings you between 40 to 48 of what can be Looking Ahead pages of notes, announcements, events, feature articles, information, and news accomplished Who can say what the next twenty about our community. Every other month through cooperation years will bring for Hampton Magazine? Hampton Magazine reaches every house- As the Township and School District con- hold in our community, which has grown and teamwork.” tinue to grow and prosper we will continue to more than 7,000 households with more to provide residents with timely informa- than 18,000 residents. tion. We’ve always looked for ways to make Hampton Magazine more valuable Merchants and Advertisers Originally we decided to include ad- for our residents and we continue to do so When we published the first issue vertising only on the inside and back cov- in the future. back in 1998 one thing that was missing ers of the magazine. That way it wouldn’t One thing I do know for certain … from the magazine, for the most part, was intrude on the editorial content and there’s Hampton residents are appreciative of the advertising. There wasn’t a conscious deci- really not much you can do with cover job we’ve been doing for the past 20 years. sion to exclude advertising and in fact we space, anyway. However, as the magazine I routinely receive complimentary calls, didn’t even discuss it at that time. But one became better known and received wider emails and comments on Hampton Maga- advertiser asked to be included in that first recognition more advertisers began to ask zine. Going forward we plan to continue issue of Hampton Quarterly. Since the in- to be included and that presented a di- serving as the “voice of Hampton,” one of side back and back covers contained only lemma. Western Pennsylvania’s great communities, sports schedules in that issue, including an The Township and School District sec- with an exceptional school system and a advertisement didn’t pose a problem, so tions are not designed to accommodate ads terrific population. It has been, and contin- Dr. Marsha Albright (now retired) became and we had a concern about not overload- ues to be, our pleasure and our privilege. our first advertiser. ing the publication with commercial mes- Thank you to the community for your con- Most publications are dependant upon sages. We also had some concerns about tinued support! advertising so their contents and layout what types of ads to allow. Accordingly, If you have questions or comments on tend to reflect that dependency. Their arti- we set some policies into place: advertise- this article please email them to editor@ cles and columns are typically interspersed ments are limited to no more than 8-10 hamptonmagazine.org.

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A T e c ra d n i H le Hti el o c n Ex District Dispatch o f Summer 2017 School District, Community Work Together to Tackle Drug and Alcohol Addiction Crisis

“There is a horrible stigma with drug addic- program, Spenser overdosed on heroin tion,” said Hampton resident Tina Flowers. while at home. Emergency personnel were “People just don’t talk about it.” able to use Narcan to revive him. Mrs. Flowers said the experience scared Spenser Mrs. Flowers is hoping to break the silence enough that he made the decision to return by sharing her story with many people in to the rehabilitation program. For their part, the community. She knows all too well the the Flowers cut off every means and meth- damage drug addiction can cause. Her son, od they could think of to prevent their son Spenser, overdosed on heroin on January 1, from getting access to more drugs. It did 2017. “We found him dead. He had over- not work. Spenser overdosed again before dosed in his bed and there was no one there he was able to begin another round of re- with him to get help when it happened.” habilitation.

In April, Mrs. Flowers shared her story with Mrs. Flowers asked the high school stu- students at Hampton High School during an dents in attendance at the assembly how assembly designed to raise awareness about many of them knew her son. Roughly half the drug epidemic that has been hitting Al- of the students’ hands went up in response. legheny County and the nation at large. “Please,” she said, “if you haven’t tried Mrs. Tina Flowers speaks to High School Spenser’s struggle with drug addiction per- any of these (drugs), then don’t. If you students about her son’s heroin overdose. haps hits home a little harder for students and have a friend or a loved one who is using families in Hampton because Spenser was a these drugs, you have to tell someone. Your Pennsylvania is among the top 10 states member of the Hampton community. friend may be angry with you, but angry is in the nation experiencing the highest num- better than dead.” ber of overdose deaths. A 2015 Hampton High School graduate, Spenser had a bright future ahead of him. He Brian Dempsey, an investigator with the Dempsey warned students that while heroin was accepted on scholarship to Temple Uni- Drug Enforcement Agency in Pittsburgh, is still a major problem, for the first time in versity; however, Spenser decided college told students the part of his job he hates the a long time, fentanyl is surpassing it as the life was not for him, and returned home to most is having to tell parents that their child drug of choice on the street. “Fentanyl is dan- Hampton after just four weeks at the univer- has overdosed. “In 2009, drugs passed traf- gerous because it relaxes your lungs so much sity. After he moved back home, Mrs. Flow- fic accidents as the number one cause of that you suffocate and die,” he said. ers said Spenser began hanging with a rough death in the U.S.,” he said. crowd, and started using drugs and alcohol. Even scarier than the shift toward fentan- In August 2016 when he was involved in a Part of the reason for the growing hero- yl is the use of carfentanil, Dempsey said. car accident, he was found to be in posses- in addiction, Dempsey said, is the way “Carfentanil is an elephant tranquilizer that sion of Xanax, a prescription medication for we treat pain in the United States. “It has has made its way to the streets here,” he said. treating anxiety and panic disorders. Spenser helped to spur this heroin epidemic because “It is 100 times more potent than heroin and did not hold a valid prescription for the medi- folks start out with prescription opioids, the first time you use it will be the last, be- cation, and was sent to private rehabilitation. and then get hooked.” cause it will kill you.” It was then that his family found out Spenser also was using heroin. In 2015, when Pennsylvania enacted legis- Kelly Wesolosky, an outreach expert with the lation reducing and restricting prescriptions FBI’s HOPE Initiative, said it is important “It was very hard for us to tell when Spenser for opioids, Dempsey said he and other law for the community to address the addiction was using because his personality never real- enforcement officials were warned that issue head on, because awareness is the first ly changed,” said Mrs. Flowers. heroin use would likely increase. Alleghe- step toward a solution. “No one wants to be a ny County is second only to Philadelphia Just four months after leaving a rehabilitation in heroin overdose deaths in the state, and (Continued on page 13) www.ht-sd.org The Hampton Township School District Newsletter • Summer 2017 • Page 11 A Message from the Superintendent of Schools

Digital Transformation: Bringing the Future of Education to Classrooms Today Madia Photography As you may have heard by now, the Hamp- planning allows districts to evolve in a way technology into everyday learning, is nec- ton Township School District is embarking in which students, led by classroom teach- essary to ensure that we are not simply on a digital transformation designed to ers, will be able to use various forms of taking new tools and using them to do old enrich our already rigorous learning envi- technology to explore limitless opportuni- work. In an upcoming blog, District Cur- ronment. A feature story in the Spring 2017 ties for deep learning. riculum Director Dr. Jacquelyn Removcik issue of Hampton Magazine outlines the will discuss how transformative learning Districts plans and goals moving forward. So what might an example of this limitless and digital technology is already enhanc- opportunity for learning look like at Hamp- ing the HTSD curriculum, as well as how In February, I approached the School ton? In a traditional learning environment, the District plans to design its profession- Board with plans for a strategic vision for teachers serve as the content expert, the fo- al development opportunities for teachers the District that incorporates transforma- cus is on subject mastery and all students to help support them in this collaborative tive teaching and learning into the curric- perform the exact same tasks. Unfortunate- journey. ulum. The District has been working with ly, this kind of rigidity does not allow for educational consultants Alan November of individual student growth or the acquisi- Parents in our District already are aware of November Learning, and Dr. Michael Giel- tion of real-world skills that are essential how skilled their children are with digital niak of the One-to-One Institute, to guide in becoming creative and innovative prob- devices, and to some extent, our teachers us on our journey. lem-solvers and communicators, which already are using instructional technology is the mission of the Hampton Township to engage our students. Bee-bots, littleBits I want to share with the community that School District. and Makey-Makeys are among the tools al- the District is moving toward transfor- ready at teachers’ disposal at the elementa- mational teaching and learning for all of In a transformative learning environment, ry level. Our elementary schools also have our students. Student devices, along with the teacher becomes the facilitator of learn- access to mobile STEAM carts, courtesy of other forms of technology, will be used to ing in a flexible classroom environment, students at the Middle School who designed accelerate achieving deeper levels of un- where technology enables self-direction the carts, and the High School, where stu- derstanding, while developing essential and pacing of students who are engaged in a dents assembled them. At the secondary critical thinking skills for success in the variety of individualized and collaborative levels, students have access to design soft- modern world. Research indicates that im- tasks. For example, if elementary students ware, 3-D printers and other technology plementing a student device initiative that are learning about Southeast Asian culture, that can be used to enhance learning. places the emphasis on creating a strategy what better way to enhance that lesson than for using digital tools to enrich the class- by connecting with a classroom of students As we move forward with our District-wide room academic experience is considered in New Delhi. With digital technology, stu- digital transformation, we intend to phase optimal. This is the approach we have dents from Hampton easily could collabo- out computer labs and continue to upgrade taken to the digital transformation here at rate with students in New Delhi, providing and improve our students and staff access Hampton. the kind of real-world learning that cannot to digital resources from any classroom be obtained from a textbook. It is this type or location. I want to assure the commu- Mr. November, in his sessions with our of transformative learning environment we nity that this transformation will occur in District, replaced the one-to-one phrasing hope to create in all of our classrooms. phases to ensure success without major with what he considers a more accurate – disruption to effective teaching and learn- and more successful – vision for digital In addition to equipping our students and ing efforts already underway, and without transformation: one-to-world. As Mr. No- classrooms with instructional technology, overburdening our taxpayers. Our School vember explained, too many schools fail professional development of our teaching Board members currently are reviewing a to evolve in their thinking with regard to staff is a crucial component in the success budget for the 2017-2018 School Year that the power of digital technology. He em- of a transformative learning environment. includes phase one of our digital transfor- phasized that a true digital transformation Providing professional development op- mation, which is to provide a tablet device should never be about simply placing a de- portunities for our staff, and supporting for second grade and a hybrid laptop device vice in front of a student. Proper strategic their efforts to find creative ways to infuse (Continued on page 16)

The Hampton Township School District Newsletter • Summer 2017 • Page 12 www.ht-sd.org HAMPTON (Continued from page 11) abuse, with the following essential questions being addressed:

heroin addict,” she said. “No one wants A T e c ra that to be a goal.” • How will I make decisions regarding d n i H le Hti el drugs and/or alcohol as I continue to on xc o f E In addition to the April assembly for high mature? school students, the Hampton Township • Why does one person become an ad- School District is taking other steps to raise dict and another person does not? awareness. • How might the media influence drug/ alcohol abuse through popular culture? More than 500 community members at- • If people know that drugs are danger- tended a two-night drug and alcohol aware- ous and potentially lethal, why do they ness event the District hosted on March 22 continue to abuse them? and 23. The meeting on March 22 was de- • How can I respond to a crisis situation signed for high-school aged students and that involves drugs or alcohol? parents, while the presentation on March 23 was geared toward middle-school aged Another group within the District that is students and their parents. addressing the drug and alcohol addiction epidemic is the Key Communicators. At both presentations, Debra Kehoe, Pres- These parent representatives from each ident of the Alliance for Safe and Drug- school building meet monthly with the Su- Free Children, provided an overview of perintendent and Assistant Superintendent 2017-2018 Preschool Registration the growing drug and alcohol addiction to discuss educational issues. The group Now Open epidemic. Recovering addicts participating has brainstormed various ideas on how it in the Teen Challenge program also shared can make more of an impact in the com- The Family and Consumer Sciences Pro- stories of their ongoing struggles with ad- munity in the fight to raise awareness about gram at Hampton High School is accepting diction. A variety of tools and resources the dangers of drugs and alcohol. applications for the 2017-2018 Preschool were shared at these sessions, and can be Program. In order to qualify for the free found on the District’s website at ht-sd.org. “As a school community, we want to do preschool program, children must be pot- all that we can to keep our children, our ty-trained and at least 3 years of age by the In addition to ongoing efforts to connect children’s friends, our families and our start of the first session. with the community, the District also pro- neighbors safe in this difficult situation,” vides opportunities for students to learn said Dr. Michael Loughead, District Super- Enrollment forms will continue to be ac- more about the dangers of drug and alcohol intendent. “A strong partnership between cepted until all slots are full. Once children addiction during regular classroom instruc- home and school is critical in order to un- are enrolled, a copy of the policies and pro- tion. derstand the issues associated with teenage cedures guide will be provided to the par- alcohol and drug abuse, how to recognize ents and guardians. At the Middle School, sixth-grade students symptoms, and where to get help in the benefit from two full periods of classroom event that our loved ones need assistance. Tentative dates and times for the 2017- instruction with School Resource Officer By working together, we will be taking a 2018 program are as follows: Aaron Zola on the dangers of drug and al- positive step forward to help ensure that all cohol addiction. “Moreover, he works with of our children experience a safe, positive Session 1 our 8th grade health teachers during the and healthy life.” Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays alcohol and drug unit,” said Mrs. Marlynn from November 28, 2017 to December 14, Lux, HMS Acting Principal. Drug and Alcohol Tools and 2017, from 9:00 to 10:20 a.m. at Hampton Resources: High School. The Hampton Middle School curriculum also infuses drug and alcohol awareness • The Alliance for Safe and Drug Free Session 2 into health classes for grades 6, 7 and 8. Children Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from “Moving forward, we will continue to look • Operation Prevention February 14, 2018 to May 30, 2018 from 9 for ways to incorporate more opportunities • The HOPE Initiative to 10:20 a.m. at Hampton High School. for drug and alcohol prevention into our • Maximizing Adolescent Potentials curriculum,” Mrs. Lux said. (M.A.P.S.) To obtain an enrollment form, please con- • Allegheny County Drug and Alcohol tact Family and Consumer Science teacher At the High School, Principal Dr. Margue- Services Mrs. Melinda Jackson at 412-486-6000, rite Imbarlina said the Wellness I and II Ext. 1517, or via email at jackson@ht-sd. curriculum includes units on substance org.

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Reflecting on the Past, Embarking on the Future

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T e T e r c r c a High School Students Recognized a n d n d e i H le i H l t l t l Hi e Hi e Several students in the class of 2017 who went to Central Elementary School visited their o c o n x n xc o f E for Work in Diversity o f E former first grade teacher, Mrs. Mary Anne Librich, to open a time capsule they buried in 2006. Three Hampton High School students were recognized on May 17 by the Allegheny County Human Relations Commission for their work in promoting diversity in their com- Students were able to watch a short video Mrs. Librich had created using photos taken on munity and school. Seniors Katie Crist, Julia Wolf and Amanda Wynne were among the the day the time capsule was created and buried. There also was a photo album containing students from the Pittsburgh region taking part in the ceremony. photos of each student and the item they buried in the capsule, with an explanation as to why they selected that particular item. “Partnering with the Allegheny County Human Relations Commission has been a pro- ductive experience for our students,” said Mr. Michael Amick, Hampton High School Following the presentation, students opened the capsule with the help of their former Assistant Principal. student teacher and Mrs. Librich. Some of the items included a Terrible Towel, drawings, some games from a McDonald’s Happy Meal and a cassette tape. Members of the commission visited Hampton High School and gave students an opportu- Sewing the Future Poff Fifth Grader Grows Hair nity to participate in one of the commission’s monthly meetings in downtown Pittsburgh, witnessing the great work that the commission does to support diversity and to protect the and Compassion for Others Kerri Savastano, a Hampton High School rights of individuals. Students submitted projects focused on promoting diversity in their sophomore in the Sewing and Design communities and schools, and were recognized by the commission on May 17. I class, decided to make a vest out of an Cooper O’Laughlin, a fifth grader at Poff unusual non-traditional material – plastic Elementary School, has spent the last 3-1/2 “I liked seeing that groups of students in schools around the region are noticing that peo- bags. years growing his hair. He was not growing ple are left out and are working to make sure everyone feels equally included in everyday his hair because he liked the longer look or life and activities,” said Julia Wolf. Kerri spent weeks collecting plastic bags feel. He was not growing it because of a and weaving them into her own unique fad. He was growing it to help other chil- “I was amazed at how the members of the Human Relations Commission took time away textile, then used the textile to hand-craft dren. from their important and busy lives to recognize the work of high school students such the vest. Kerri said she has an interest in as myself,” said Katie Crist. “I really appreciated the authenticity of their excitement protecting the environment, so designing Cooper was growing his hair to donate to towards each persons’ project, and was very thankful that they chose to honor my achieve- unique pieces which help recycle plastic Wigs for Kids, a nonprofit organization ments and those of my peers.” bags into a wearable fabric was a wonder- dedicated to providing hair replacement ful opportunity to sew her two passions systems and support for children who have “I’m really proud of our students who submitted projects,” said Mr. Amick. “The students together. lost their hair due to chemotherapy, radia- were able to transfer their knowledge and skills to authentic issues, which is a goal of tion therapy or other medical issues. The education. We look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.” organization provides wigs to children at no cost.

Wigs for Kids requires at least 12 inches of usable hair for its wigs, so Cooper spent years growing his in order to meet the re- quirement. His mom, Gina O’Laughlin, said it was not always easy for Cooper, because others did not understand why he was growing his hair so long. “He has dealt with a lot of negative comments from kids and adults, but he never gave up,” she said. “We are so proud of him.” The Hampton Township School District Newsletter, The District Dispatch, is published and delivered six times yearly as part of the Hampton Magazine. Its purpose is to keep Hampton residents informed of events, achievements, issues, and opportunities concerning the District and its stakeholders. Letters, comments or article suggestions may be addressed to:

Shari Berg, Public Relations Specialist Communication Solutions Group 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 Email: [email protected] Phone: 412-492-6312

The Hampton Township School District, as an educational institution and as an employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, marital, veteran or handicapped status. This is a commitment made by HTSD and is in accordance with federal, state and local laws. All relevant programs are coordinated through the Assistant Superintendent’s Office.

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Reflecting on the Past, Embarking on the Future

A T e c ra d n i H le Hti el Several students in the class of 2017 who went to Central Elementary School visited their on xc o f E former first grade teacher, Mrs. Mary Anne Librich, to open a time capsule they buried in 2006.

Students were able to watch a short video Mrs. Librich had created using photos taken on the day the time capsule was created and buried. There also was a photo album containing photos of each student and the item they buried in the capsule, with an explanation as to why they selected that particular item.

Following the presentation, students opened the capsule with the help of their former student teacher and Mrs. Librich. Some of the items included a Terrible Towel, drawings, some games from a McDonald’s Happy Meal and a cassette tape. Sewing the Future

Kerri Savastano, a Hampton High School sophomore in the Sewing and Design I class, decided to make a vest out of an unusual non-traditional material – plastic bags.

Kerri spent weeks collecting plastic bags and weaving them into her own unique textile, then used the textile to hand-craft the vest. Kerri said she has an interest in protecting the environment, so designing unique pieces which help recycle plastic bags into a wearable fabric was a wonder- ful opportunity to sew her two passions together.

The Hampton Township School District Newsletter, The District Dispatch, is published and delivered six times yearly as part of the Hampton Magazine. Its purpose is to keep Hampton residents informed of events, achievements, issues, and opportunities concerning the District and its stakeholders. Letters, comments or article suggestions may be addressed to:

Shari Berg, Public Relations Specialist Communication Solutions Group 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 Email: [email protected] Phone: 412-492-6312

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T e A r c “Big Fish!” Reels in Six Gene Kelly Awards e a n T d e r c i H l a n l Hti e d e o c i H l n Ex Hti el o f Hampton’s Future of Learning NOW event - part of the 2017 Remake Learning Days - was held on May 17, 2017 at Hampton on xc o f E Middle School.

Digital Transformation: “Remake Learning was born out of an idea to better prepare young students for the 21st century, and Remake Learning Days was launched in 2016 to help the adults in kids’ lives experience for themselves how much education has changed,” said Dorie Taylor, Producer for Remake Learning Days. Bringing the Future of “Most of our current K-12 schools were designed to help students work in a 20th century economy. What’s needed today, experts and advocates say, is a Education to Classrooms Today fundamental rethinking, a learning revolution to better meet this generation’s needs.”

(Continued from page 12) This was the first year Hampton participated in the event.

for three grades at the upper elementary/ Visitors to Hampton’s Future of Learning NOW event had the opportunity to observe students as they demonstrated the digital learning experiences secondary level. Some of our newer de- they have engaged in during the school year. Hampton Middle School also unveiled its student-designed, Mayan-themed escape room. The District partnered with specialists from Code Breakers and Carnegie Mellon University’s Entertainment Technology Center to design and create the “Mission vices, including tablets, will be redistrib- to Maya” escape room experience. Gregg Behr, executive director of the Grable Foundation, was among the visitors who had the opportunity to escape uted as part of this process, which will the Mission to Maya. reduce the number of new devices the District will initially need to purchase.

While it is inevitable that we will encoun- Congratulations to the cast, crew and orchestra of Hampton High School’s musical pro- ter some challenges on our journey, I will duction of “Big Fish!” The company garnered six awards on Saturday, May 25, 2017 at continue to apprise our community of the the Gene Kelly Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theatre. actions we are taking to make our digi- Hampton was awarded: tal transformation as smooth as possible for our students, our staff and our fami- • Best Scenic Design Budget Level 2 lies. Updates on our progress, as well as the roll-out process, will continue to be • Best Lighting Design Budget Level 2 posted on The Talbot Times, the District website and our Twitter and Facebook • Best Costume design Budget Level 2 accounts. Occasional updates also will be provided to the public during scheduled • Best All-Student Orchestra School Board meetings.

• Best Crew & Technical Execution Dr. Michael Loughead Superintendent of Schools • Best Musical Budget Level 2

Being nominated for Best Musical, the cast of Big Fish also had the opportunity to perform a number from the production on the Benedum stage, along with the eight other schools out of 27 nominated for Best Musical. This marks Hampton’s seventh time being nominated for Best Musical and the third time winning the highest honor at the Gene Kelly Awards.

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A T e c ra d n i H le Hti el Hampton’s Future of Learning NOW event - part of the 2017 Remake Learning Days - was held on May 17, 2017 at Hampton on xc o f E Middle School.

“Remake Learning was born out of an idea to better prepare young students for the 21st century, and Remake Learning Days was launched in 2016 to help the adults in kids’ lives experience for themselves how much education has changed,” said Dorie Taylor, Producer for Remake Learning Days. “Most of our current K-12 schools were designed to help students work in a 20th century economy. What’s needed today, experts and advocates say, is a fundamental rethinking, a learning revolution to better meet this generation’s needs.”

This was the first year Hampton participated in the event.

Visitors to Hampton’s Future of Learning NOW event had the opportunity to observe students as they demonstrated the digital learning experiences they have engaged in during the school year. Hampton Middle School also unveiled its student-designed, Mayan-themed escape room. The District partnered with specialists from Code Breakers and Carnegie Mellon University’s Entertainment Technology Center to design and create the “Mission to Maya” escape room experience. Gregg Behr, executive director of the Grable Foundation, was among the visitors who had the opportunity to escape the Mission to Maya.

The Hampton Township School District Newsletter • Summer 2017 • Page 17 www.ht-sd.org OUTDATED SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS TARGETED FOR PURGING DISTRICT OFFERS OPPORTUNITY TO OBTAIN PERSONAL FILES

Just like a typical household often does, the District tends to accumulate and save lots of materials and information that are not essential for the day-to-day business operation of the organization. This is especially true in the area of special education programs and services. The paperwork associated with special education accrues rapidly and there comes a time when storage space becomes severely limited and the files absolutely need to be purged to make room for current student informational records.

In keeping with the Pennsylvania Code, Title 22: Education, Chapter 12: Student Rights and Responsibilities Sections 1231, through 12.33 Pupil Records, the District psychological services office staff will begin to review and purge all special education records including all files of all special education students who were born between January 1, 1992 and January 1, 1993. The District will maintain the files of all current and former students who were born on and after January 1, 1993 until those individuals reach the age of 25 years. Thereafter, special education records will be similarly reviewed each school year. This notice of records to be purged applies only to special education records which include the files of those students identified for the Learning Support, Emotional Support, Life Skills Support, Physical Support, Speech and Language Support, Vision Impaired Support, Hearing Impaired Support and Gifted Support Program and Services. The official administrative records that constitute the minimum personal identifying data necessary for the operation of the education system such as student’s name, parent’s or guardian’s name, student’s birth date, academic work completed, level of achievement including grades and standardized achievement test scores and attendance data will be maintained for at least 100 years after the student graduates from high school. These records are on file on microfiche at Hampton High School. This is in compliance with Pennsylvania Code, Title 22: Education, Chapter 12: Student Rights and Responsibilities Sections 1231, through 12.33. Pupil Records, 2.1.1. under Classification and maintenance of data. This public notice provides parents and former special education program and services students with the opportunity to obtain copies for their own information and personal use. While many of the former students who participated in these programs may have retained copies of their records, many have not as evidenced by the variety of requests for records that the psychological services office staff receives. The records appear to be valuable to their owners when enrolling in institutions of higher education, applying for insurance or medical benefits and for other purposes. Consequently, the District invites any former students or their parents to request their records before they are purged.

The purging of all special education records of all students who were born between January 1, 1992 and January 1, 1993 will begin in January of 2018. Therefore, if you wish to obtain these records, please complete the form below and forward it to: Mrs. Darlene Howell, Special Education Office, 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 before December 31, 2017. In keeping with Hampton Township School District Board Policy Section: Operations, Number 801, Title: Public Records page 4, under Fees: Duplicates of public records shall be provided by district at twenty (20) cents per page payable in advance.

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REQUEST FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES RECORDS

My birth date is between 1/1/1992 and 1/1/1993 and I wish to obtain my special education programs and services records.

Name: Date of Birth: Daytime Telephone: Evening Telephone: Year of Graduation: Special Education Program:

NO PHONE CALLS. This form will be required for release of records.

Please mail this completed request to: Mrs. Darlene Howell, Special Education Office, 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 before December 31, 2017. You will be contacted when your records are ready for pick up. Proper identification, including name and date of birth (i.e. driver’s license), will be required before materials are released.

The Hampton Township School District Newsletter • Summer 2017 • Page 18 www.ht-sd.org OUTDATED SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS TARGETED FOR PURGING DISTRICT OFFERS OPPORTUNITY TO OBTAIN PERSONAL FILES Getting Help from Your State Representatives State governments across the United Informational brochures and forms are also apply for birth certificates. Staff members are Just like a typical household often does, the District tends to accumulate and save lots of materials and information that are not essential States are responsible for establishing stan- available from Sen. Vulakovich’s office, in- able to refer constituents to many state, coun- for the day-to-day business operation of the organization. This is especially true in the area of special education programs and services. dards, and enacting regulations that provide cluding: property tax and rent rebate forms, ty and local services and programs. They can The paperwork associated with special education accrues rapidly and there comes a time when storage space becomes severely limited for the safety, health, security, and prosperity forms from the Bureau of Consumer Protec- provide state tax forms, PA Property Tax/Rent and the files absolutely need to be purged to make room for current student informational records. for all citizens. But sometimes tion, forms from the Pennsylvania Corpora- Rebate Program forms and PACE/PACENET the scope and range of those ser- tion Bureau, Notary applications, applications for prescription coverage for vices can bewilder constituents, and Pennsylvania tax forms. senior citizens. Applications for Senior Citi- In keeping with the Pennsylvania Code, Title 22: Education, Chapter 12: Student Rights and Responsibilities Sections 1231, through particularly in Pennsylvania. In Sen. Vulakovich’s office zen Transit ID cards may be made in person 12.33 Pupil Records, the District psychological services office staff will begin to review and purge all special education records includ- addition to establishing laws and can also obtain help for residents at Representative English’s district office. ing all files of all special education students who were born between January 1, 1992 and January 1, 1993. The District will maintain regulations our local state Sena- in processing various PennDOT Information about claiming “unclaimed prop- the files of all current and former students who were born on and after January 1, 1993 until those individuals reach the age of 25 years. tors and Representatives also forms, such as motor vehicle erty” from the PA Department of Treasury is Thereafter, special education records will be similarly reviewed each school year. This notice of records to be purged applies only to provide residents with a diverse titles, registrations, driver’s li- also available. Federal issues such as Social special education records which include the files of those students identified for the Learning Support, Emotional Support, Life Skills array of services. censes, learner’s permits renew- Security or Veteran’s issues can be referred to the legislative staff of our U.S. Senator and Support, Physical Support, Speech and Language Support, Vision Impaired Support, Hearing Impaired Support and Gifted Support In Hampton those respon- als, and disability plate/placards. Applications for PA birth and U.S. Representative. Program and Services. sibilities reside in the offices of our state Senator, Randy death certificates can also be Representative English’s office can The official administrative records that constitute the minimum personal identifying data necessary for the operation of the education Vulakovich and our state rep- requested. provide information and literature on many system such as student’s name, parent’s or guardian’s name, student’s birth date, academic work completed, level of achievement in- resentative, Hal English. Each Contact Sen. Vulakovich to topics such as cluding grades and standardized achievement test scores and attendance data will be maintained for at least 100 years after the student state senator serves for four receive Senior Citizen’s guides student financial graduates from high school. These records are on file on microfiche at Hampton High School. This is in compliance with Pennsylvania years and Representatives each to benefits and rights, along with aid, services Code, Title 22: Education, Chapter 12: Student Rights and Responsibilities Sections 1231, through 12.33. Pupil Records, 2.1.1. under serve for two years. It should be noted that applications to receive PACE/PACENET and benefits for Classification and maintenance of data. This public notice provides parents and former special education program and services students their while their respective districts overlap benefits. Other publications the office can senior citizens, with the opportunity to obtain copies for their own information and personal use. While many of the former students who participated in many places, the actual shape, size and provide include Pennsylvania driver’s manu- social services, populations of House and Senate districts dif- legislation, state in these programs may have retained copies of their records, many have not as evidenced by the variety of requests for records that the als, Pennsylvania transportation maps, Ab- fer from each other. However, the duties of sentee ballot applications and voter registra- regulations, psychological services office staff receives. The records appear to be valuable to their owners when enrolling in institutions of higher these elected representatives and their staffs tion forms. For information on PHEAA and state parks, and education, applying for insurance or medical benefits and for other purposes. Consequently, the District invites any former students or are similar. general information on student aid for higher government and their parents to request their records before they are purged. State legislators serve 2- to 4-year terms education call Senator Vulakovich’s office. services agen- in their states’ House of Representatives or Special services include Senatorial Cita- cies. Retired The purging of all special education records of all students who were born between January 1, 1992 and January 1, 1993 will begin in Senate, creating and ratifying state laws and tions and Certificates of Recognition to com- American flags January of 2018. Therefore, if you wish to obtain these records, please complete the form below and forward it to: Mrs. Darlene Howell, regulations. Their work closely mirrors that memorate special events, such as 50th an- may be dropped off for proper Special Education Office, 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 before December 31, 2017. In keeping with Hampton Township of legislators in the U.S. Senate and House, niversaries, 100th birthdays, special achieve- only on a smaller level. Pa’s state legislators disposal by lo- School District Board Policy Section: Operations, Number 801, Title: Public Records page 4, under Fees: Duplicates of public records ments (like Eagle Scout or Girl Scout Gold debate issues, work in committees to gather awards), and other important occasions. cal Boy Scouts in conjunction with the VFW shall be provided by district at twenty (20) cents per page payable in advance. information, submit bills for consideration to Post 9199 in Shaler Township. their respective bodies and vote on legisla- Citations from the Pennsylvania State Representative Hal English tion. Their offices also provide citizens with House of Representative may be requested ______a variety of services, as spelled out below. 30th Legislative District for notable accomplishments such as state and national academic and athletic awards, REQUEST FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND SERVICES RECORDS State Senator Randy Vulakovich District Office: Medal of Honor and Purple Heart recipients, retirements of twenty-five years or more, out- 40th District 4290 William Flinn Hwy, Suite 200 standing community service, golden wedding Allison Park, PA 15101 My birth date is between 1/1/1992 and 1/1/1993 and I wish to obtain my special education programs and services records. anniversaries and centenarian birthdays to Local Office: Phone: 412-487-6605 name a few. Earning the Eagle Scout for Boy Name: Date of Birth: 1407 Mt. Royal Blvd. Fax: 412-487-5086 Scouts and the Gold Award for Girl Scouts Daytime Telephone: Evening Telephone: Glenshaw, PA 15116 Email: [email protected] qualifies for a citation. Certificates may be available for events that do not qualify for Year of Graduation: Special Education Program: Phone: (412) 487-6600 Office Hours: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday citations. Please call the district office for Fax: (412) 487-6607 additional information about specific criteria Website: www.senatorvulakovich.com for an official citation. NO PHONE CALLS. This form will be required for release of records. Constituent Services Email: [email protected] While representing residents of the Representative English’s district office Commonwealth of Pennsylvanian on matters Please mail this completed request to: Mrs. Darlene Howell, Special Education Office, 4591 School Drive, Allison Park, PA 15101 staff are able to answer questions and assist Constituent Services of law and government is the primary pur- before December 31, 2017. You will be contacted when your records are ready for pick up. Proper identification, including name and with many state-related issues. Some of the pose of our state-elected officials, providing Senator Vulakovich’s office can provide date of birth (i.e. driver’s license), will be required before materials are released. things they are able to help with are vehicle much-needed services to constituents is one constituents with copies of PA House and registrations, driver’s licensing, handicapped of the many duties of our representatives. Senate bills, state laws, or status reports on placard applications and other Department America was among the first nations in his- legislation. They can also assist with prob- of Transportation issues. Concerns regarding tory to establish a government “of the people, lems residents may encounter when dealing state-maintained roads may be directed to the by the people and for the people,” to quote with state government and its various agen- office for referral to PennDot, and questions Abraham Lincoln. That principle can clearly cies. about utilities can be referred to the Public be seen in the information, services and assis- Residents can also contact the office Utility Commission. tance available from the offices of our State with requests to obtain Pennsylvania child Office staff are able to assist with many Senator and State Representative. Assistance abuse history clearance applications and Department of Human Services issues, as The Hampton Township School District Newsletter • Summer 2017 • Page 18 is just a phone call away. www.ht-sd.org Pennsylvania criminal history applications. well as provide information about how to

www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 19 Don’t Miss These Great Events at Hampton Presbyterian Church

August 17th from 11:30 am until 2:00 pm Senior Social, come out and meet other retirees for a good time !!

August 17th for a nightime Pirates game at PNC Park Game time 7:05 Pirates vs. Cardinals. Tickets are $30 a piece and include a $10 concession stand credit. Please call Karen Schmidt at 412-867-6416 for more information.

September 17 for a Jeremy Casella Concert from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm. Join us for some great music and a good time. tickets are $10 a piece, bring your friends and family.

Please call 724-443-3201 with any questions

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2017 Department of Community Services Summer Updated Programs and Services Brochure Keep This Brochure and Program Information Through Early August Independence Day Community Celebration Registration Information All Activities Will Be Held In & Around Resident registration for summer programs begins on April 24 at The Hampton Community Center 8:00 a.m. Non-Resident registration will begin on May 8 at 8:00 a.m. However, registration periods do vary. Please be sure to MONDAY, JULY 3 - 3:00 p.m. to Fireworks check each program for any special registration periods! Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall ...... All Day • Hampton residents will be given priority. Free Swim: All Ages, Outdoor Pool...... 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. • Registrations cannot be accepted prior to the beginning of the registration period. Free Children’s Games, ages 12 & under...... 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. • Registrations to be completed online except where noted. Free Foul Shooting Contest, (gym)...... 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. • Please register early in the registration period. Classes do fill quickly, and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis starting DCS Inflatable Attractions, free, all ages...... 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. the first day of registration. Community Organization Food and • First fee listed is for Hampton residents / second fee listed is Activity Booths, all ages, (parking lot)...... 3:00 p.m. – FIREWORKS for non-residents. Live Vocal National Anthem & Flag-Raising Ceremony...... 6:45 p.m. • Fees subject to change without notice. • There are no exceptions. Please do not ask us to exceed class size Free Classic Rock Concert - Austin Drive...... 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. limits or to put your child in the wrong age, skill level or class. We High Level Aerial Fireworks (upper orchard)...... End of Concert try our best to accommodate everyone. Programs are designed ac- cording to age levels and instructor/student ratios that will benefit Tuesday, JULY 4 - No Activities or Fireworks Scheduled the students. For more information please call the • Individual payment required for each program. D.C.S. Office at (412) 487-7870 or (724) 443-7585 • If paying by check separate checks are required for each program. • Cash refunds are not given. UPPER ORCHARD -- Position Available -- The Township of Hampton is seeking a mature, responsible, and professional person for the part-time position of Outdoor Pool Supervisor. Applicant must have prior aquatic facility experience and/or related supervisory experience. Current certification

USED FOR in Lifeguard Certification or Water Safety Instruction desired, EVENT but not required. Season begins mid-May and runs through PARKING Labor Day. Pool operating schedule is 7 days/week. Weekend shifts required. Approximately 15-30 hours per week. Employ- ment applications are available at the Community Center or on INDEPENDENCE DAY the website. CELEBRATION SITE SITE Outdoor Pool Lifeguard Job Opportunities The Township of Hampton is accepting employment applications from certified lifeguards (Lifeguard, CPR, First VIETNAM MEMORIAL Aid) to work at the Outdoor Swimming Pool from Memorial WALL DISPLAY Day weekend through Labor Day. Flexible schedule includes

EVENT weekends and holidays. Must pass timed aquatics test and PARKING interview. Applications can be picked up at the Community Center Service Desk or downloaded from the Township website. Submit completed applications to the Community Center. Call 412-487-7870 for more information.

www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 21 Community Center Information Community Center Information

Hours of Operation June 1 - Sept. 4 Youth Lounge The youth lounge is open daily during normal community center Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday hours of operation. Stop by as you please for social time, video from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Closed Sunday. The Community Center games, to watch TV, videos or to play arcade & table games. is managed by the Department of Community Services (DCS). The Community Center ID card required for admission. DCS administrative staff and functions are located in the Community Center. Please call 412-487-7870 for information. Hours are subject Day & Time: open during normal community center hours to change without notice. Ages: 10 to 17 Location: Community Center Fee: FREE with valid Community Center ID Card or Admission Policy and Fees $6 without Community Card ID Card All patrons and guests will enter through the main entrance and Adult Lounge check in at the service desk. All children 9 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old. Each patron 10 The Adult Lounge is open daily during normal community center years old and up will be issued a photo ID admission card, which hours of operation. Stop by as you please for social time, coffee, to must be presented upon each admission. All photo ID cards will be watch TV, play cards or just relax. Community Center ID card is issued at the Community Center Service Desk. Community Center required for admission. ID Cards will be issued annually. Fee $32/$63 for adults, $19/$38 for youth. Program activity fees are subject to change without notice. Day & Time: open during normal community center hours First fee is for Hampton residents/second fee is for nonresidents. ID Ages: 21 & over Card fee now includes admission to all open gyms, family movies, Location: Community Center youth dances and Toddler Time! Fee: FREE with valid Community Center ID Card or $6 without Community Card ID Card Effective January 1, 2017, all credit and debit card payments both online or at the Community Center Service Desk will have an Indoor Walking & Jogging Track additional 2.95% (or a $2.00 minimum) convenience fee added to the transaction. The amount will be clearly indicated prior to submitting The elevated walking & jogging three-lane track is open to all ages your payment. & abilities during normal community center hours of operation. If a customer chooses to pay using cash or a check no convenience Thirteen laps on the rubberized track equal one mile. The track is located on the mezzanine level of the community center, overlooking fee will be applied. However, you CANNOT pay at the service Desk the gymnasium as well as the facility lobby. The exterior walls have using a credit or debit card. If you wish to pay online using a credit windows, which offer a unique view of Hampton Community Park. or debit card, use the credit card option. When making payment with Appropriate footwear is required. Community Center ID card is cash or check, please bring in or mail the payment to the Community required for admission. Center Service Desk. Day & Time: open during normal community center hours Youth Open Gym Ages: All ages Location: Mezzanine level of Community Center The community center open gym is reserved for non-structured open gym Fee: FREE with valid Community Center ID Card or free play use each day for youth only. You provide the ball, we provide the $6 without Community Center ID Card court. Community Center ID card is needed for admission. Scheduled organized team practice and/or private instruction not permitted. Adult Open Gym Days and times subject to change without notice. Comprehensive monthly open gym schedules are available at the Community Center The community center open gym is reserved for non-structured Service Desk. open gym free play use for our 18 year old and over population. You provide the ball, we provide the court. Community center ID Day & Time: Daily card is required for admission. Scheduled organized team practice Location: Community Center gymnasium and/or private instruction not permitted. Days and times are subject Fee: FREE with valid Community ID Card to change without notice. $1 without Community ID Card Day & Time: Weekdays / weekends time varies Ages: 18 & up Hampton Community Park Pavilion Rates Location: Community Center gymnasium Fee includes choice of pavilion/ABC permit Fee: FREE with valid Community Center ID Card $1 without Community Center ID Card First fee is for residents / second fee is for non-residents. Pavilion Choice Also in the Community Center Monday-Friday $74 / $140 The independently-operated Hampton Community Library is a 4,000 Saturday & Sunday $84/$150 square foot facility within the Community Center. Call the Hampton Holiday $114 (Residents Only) Community Library for more info at 412-684-1098. Pavilion Choices: Orchard / Ling, Alcoa, Rotary, Grubbs, Hardt, Facility Use Rules Drake, Kraus Pavilion Security Deposit - $50 — Tent “Site” Fee - $25 Enter via main entrance and with valid DCS-issued ID card only. No loitering inside or out; no smoking in the facility; no skate boarding Permit Replacement Fee - $25 — Second Change of Date or roller blades on sidewalk; drop-off/ pick-up area in front of Service Fee - $25 building; no parking in the fire zone.

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Swim Class Registration Summer Swim Lesson Schedule SESSION 3—JULY 11 thru JULY 22 ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY: Time Class Fee Max # • RESIDENTS – ONLINE ONLY 9:00-10:00am Intro to Swim $64/$89 20 • NON-RESIDENTS With 2017 Pool Pass – ONLINE ONLY 9:00-10:00am Beginner Skills $64/$89 20 — Monday, April 24, 8:00 a.m. 9:00-10:00am Basic Strokes $64/$89 20 9:00-10:00am Stroke Proficiency $64/$89 15 — Registration will continue online until all classes are 9:00-10:00am Advanced Swimmer $64/$89 20 filled or classes begin. 10:00-10:30am 3 & 4 year old, advanced $54/$79 15 • Non-Resident without a pool pass registration begins on Monday, 10:30-11:00am 4 year old $54/$79 15 May 8, 8:00 a.m. 10:00-11:00am Intro to Swim $64/$89 20 10:00-11:00am Beginner Skills $64/$89 20 • REGISTRATION for summer swim classes must be done online. 10:00-11:00am Basic Strokes $64/$89 20 • No registrations will be accepted through the mail or by phone. 10:00-11:00am Advanced Strokes $64/$89 20 • All fees must be paid at the time of registration. 11:00-11:30am 3 year old $54/$79 15 6:30-7:30pm Intro to Swim $64/$89 20 • Each class meets for ten-consecutive days, Monday through Friday 6:30-7:30pm Advanced Strokes $64/$89 20 at the same time. (except when noted) 6:30-7:00pm Infant w/parent $54/$79 15 • Proof of residency for Hampton residents may be required. 7:00-7:30pm 3 & 4 yr old w/parent $54/$79 15 • Pool pass confirmation will be required for non-residents registering SESSION 4—JULY 25 thru Aug 5 before May 8. Time Class Fee Max # • Participants may only register for one session at a time. 9:00-10:00am Intro to Swim $64/$89 20 9:00-10:00am Beginner Skills $64/$89 20 • Participants may register for an additional session the Thursday 9:00-10:00am Advanced Strokes $64/$89 20 before the session desired begins. 9:00-10:00am Stroke Proficiency $64/$89 15 9:00-10:00am Advanced Swimmer $64/$89 20 10:00-10:30am 3 & 4 year old, advanced $54/$79 15 You Can Now Register Online! 10:30-11:00am 4 year old $54/$79 15 The Department of Community Services offers residents 10:00-11:00am Intro to Swim $64/$89 20 the convenience of registering for programs and services 10:00-11:00am Beginner Skills $64/$89 20 online. To complete a program registration visit the Township 10:00-11:00am Basic Strokes $64/$89 20 website at www.hampton-pa.org from your computer, cell 10:00-11:00am Advanced Strokes $64/$89 20 phone or tablet. Once your account is set up it’s easy to 11:00-11:30am 3 year old $54/$79 15 6:30-7:30pm Beginner Skills $64/$89 20 register for most programs and activities. Please feel free 6:30-7:30pm Basic Strokes $64/$89 15 to contact the Department of Community Services with any questions at 412-487-7870 ext. 370. Pool Rental Information The Hampton Community Park Pool is available for rentals again this Swim Class Levels summer from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday evenings.  Infant/parent: ages six months to two years. An adult must Two groups can be accommodated simultaneously. The cost to each enter the water and accompany the child at all times. group is $250, which provides lifeguards and one pool pavilion. Disposable “swimmers” diapers required. Exclusive use of the pool and both pavilions is $500. For details,  please call either 412-487-7870 or 724-443-7585 x370. Reserva- Three-year-old class - no lesson experience tions are accepted year round. Dates fill quickly, so don’t delay!  Four-year-old class - no lesson experience  3 & 4-year-old, Advanced - Must have completed 3 yr old or 4 yr old class, is very comfortable in the water, and has had previous experience at the pool.  Intro to Swim (previous Level I) - 5, 6 years & up, no experience  Beginner Skills (previous Level II) - Must have passed Intro to Swim  Basic Strokes (previous Level III) - Must have passed Beginner Skills  Advanced Strokes (previous Level IV) - Must have passed Basic Strokes  Stroke Proficiency (previous LevelV) - Must have passed Advanced Strokes  Advanced Swimmer (previous Level VI) - Must have passed Pool Pavilion Rental Stroke Proficiency The D.C.S. is providing an opportunity for family groups to reserve Private Swim Lessons: Five hours of instruction, scheduled on a pool pavilion for small family gatherings or birthday parties of an individual basis. Maximum enrollment of 30. Minimum age is 25 people or less during regular open swim hours for a minimum 5 years old. Fee: $128/$176 of 2.5 hours. Does not include admission to pool. Reservations accepted at the D.C.S. Service Desk only. Verification of prior level of accomplishment FEE: $45, Security Deposit: $50 needed in order to move up to the next level MON. thru Sun.: 1:00 - 3:30 p.m., 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.

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Outdoor Pool Hours & Events You Can Now Register Online! • Regular Pool Hours through September 4 The Department of Community Services offers residents the (for exceptions see Special Events): Monday through Sunday convenience of registering for programs and services online. from 12:00 noon to 8:00 p.m. To complete a program registration visit the Township website at www.hampton-pa.org from your computer, cell phone or SPECIAL EVENTS: tablet. Once your account is set up it’s easy to register for • Monday, July 3 - 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Free Swim 2:00- most programs and activities. Please feel free to contact the 4:00 p.m. Department of Community Services with any questions at 412-487-7870 ext. 370. • Tuesday, July 4 - 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. • Saturday, July 15 - 9:00 p.m., Dive In Pool Movie (free); pool closes at 8:00 p.m. “Finding Dory.” Continuing Tai Chi • Sat., July 22 - 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Family Swim & Noodle Night This gentle exercise class increases flexibility, balance, muscular strength and fitness. Helps to relieve pain and improve overall quality NOTE: OPEN SWIM 12 noon to 8:00 p.m. daily of life. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and flat shoes. Ideal for those who have taken the beginner class. Instructor: Phil Jannetta. SUNDAY: Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Open Swim Dates: June 13 – Aug. 8 (No class July 4) Noon to 5:00 p.m...... Adult Lap Swim (3 lanes) Day: Tuesdays 5:00 to 8:00 p.m...... Float ‘n’ Fun Night Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. 8:00 to 8:30 p.m...... Pool Closed 8:30 to 10:30 p.m...... Pool Rentals Fee/session: $28/$34 Location: Dance/Aerobic Room MONDAY & WEDNESDAY: Deadline: June 11 9:00 to 11:30 a.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug. 4) Min/Max: 8 / 20 Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Open Swim Noon to close...... Adult Lap Swim (3 - lanes) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug. 4) 8:15 to 9:00 p.m...... Aqua Aerobics (POOL CLOSED TO OPEN SWIM & LAP SWIM) TUESDAY & THURSDAY: 9:00 to 11:30 a.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug 4) Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Open Swim Noon to close...... Adult Lap Swim (3 lanes) 6:30 to 7:30 p.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug. 4) 8:15 to 9:15 p.m...... Recreational Swim Team (June 13 - July 25) (POOL CLOSED TO OPEN SWIM & LAP SWIM) Adult / Senior Open Pickleball FRIDAY: Pickleball is an easy game for all ages to learn. It is a combination of tennis, badminton and ping pong. The sport is played on a 9:00 to 11:30 a.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug. 4) badminton court with the net a little lower than a tennis net, and Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Open Swim played with a hard paddle and a smaller version of a wiffleball. Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Adult Lap Swim (3 lanes) All levels welcome to walk-in and play pickup pickleball. (except Special Event Nights) Equipment: Bring your own racquet 6:30 to 7:30 p.m...... Swim Lessons (June 12 - Aug. 4) AGES: 18 and up SATURDAY: DAY: Wednesdays Noon to 8:00 p.m...... Open Swim TIME: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. June thru August 8:00 to 8:30 p.m...... Pool Closed LOCATION: Community Center Gym Courts C & D 8:30 to 10:30 p.m...... Pool Rentals FEE: $5 per person, pay at the Service Desk

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www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 25 Summer Family Activities Summer Youth Activities

Dive-In Pool Movie Summer Play Camp

Join your friends and family at the Community Pool for our first The DCS Full Day Play Camp Program includes arts & crafts, dive-in pool movie. Guests can float with the aid of noodles, air afternoon swimming, daily sports and special events. Morning and mattresses or inner tubes (not provided), or poolside on lounge afternoon snacks are provided and included in the cost of camp. chairs while you enjoy a popular family friendly movie. Water Arrangements can be made in advance for participants to attend wings and similar items are not permitted. No eating or drinking Department of Community Services sponsored activities (tennis, in the pool. Make a movie-related craft. swim lessons) which take place in the Hampton Township Movie: Finding Dory Community Park. Any parent interested in an abbreviated camp day may register their child for Full Day Play Camp and attend up to 5 Time: 9:00pm or dusk consecutive hours for the half-day rate on a weekly basis as needed. Date: Saturday, July 15, 2017 All registration forms must be completed by a parent/guardian at Sponsored by the Hampton Community Library and Dept. of Com- least one day prior to a child’s first day of attendance. munity Services. Free to the public. Pool will close at 8pm and re- open at 9pm. Concession Stand will be open until 9:30pm. In case AGES: 6 years (must be entering 1st grade as of Fall .2017) of rain, the movie will be shown inside the Community Center. to 12 years of age LOCATION: Hampton Township Community Center/Hampton Township Community Pool/Alcoa Pavilion DATES: June 12 - August 18, 2017 * If there is a make up day for Hampton School District, camp will begin June 13. There will be no Play Camp on July 3 or 4. DAYS: Monday - Friday TIME: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. FEES: One child...... $156/$250 per week Each additional child...... $95/$172 per week Daily rate one child...... $36/$58 Family Swim and Noodle Night Each additional child...... $23/$35 Bring the entire family for this special swim session. Swim in the pool Half-Day (5 hr. max) per child...... $22/$34 with your favorite noodle and play games designed just for tonight! Location: Hampton Community Park Pool Play Camp Registration: Date: Saturday, July 22 Registration must be done in person and is on a first come, first serve basis. Residents may begin registering for Play Camp beginning on April Time: 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. 1 at the Hampton Township Community Center Service Desk. DO NOT Fee: $4 per person/passes accepted MAIL FORMS. Non-Resident registration begins May 1 — registration for non-residents will be based on the availability of open spaces. A deposit of $156 per family is due at the time of registration. This Summer Youth Activities deposit is non-transferable and non-refundable. It will be used as a credit towards your child’s Play Camp balance and will guarantee your child(ren) a place in the program. Intro To Diving If your child(ren) will be regularly attending Play Camp in the afternoon, This class is designed for youth who have completed 4th grade it is suggested that you purchase a season pool pass for your child(ren). and successfully passed DCS Basic Strokes swim lessons. This one Otherwise they will be required to pay $6/$9 at the gate every afternoon hour class will start on Monday, July 24 and run for 5 consecutive that we visit the pool. days. Participants will learn warm up exercises; front and back jumps, front approaches; front and back dives in the straight, tuck and pike positions. TOWNSHIP OF HAMPTON Location: Community Park Outdoor Pool Department of Community Services Days: Monday - Friday Office hours: Monday thru Friday Time: 11:00 - 12:00 noon 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Dates: July 24 - July 28 (5 classes) 412-487-7870 or 724-443-7585 Fee: $40/$64 per person DCS Hotline: 412-486-0400, ext. 390 Max: 15

Page 26 • Hampton Magazine • Late-Summer 2017 • www.hampton-pa.org Community Center Fitness Area Information and Application

The Fitness Area and Track is open 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. Saturday, 12:00 noon Sunday Closed Sundays from June 1 through Labor Day

The Township of Hampton, Department of Community Services (DCS) “hotel style” fitness area, located on the Mezzanine Level of the Hampton Community Center, is available during regular community center hours of operation (unless posted otherwise). Admission to the fitness area is by the community center service desk via a “fitness photo ID admission pass card or paying the daily admission fee.” Two (2) Automatic Electronic Defibrillator (AED) units are available should the need ever arise for use by trained certified DCS staff or patrons. A unit is located on the lobby wall of the main gym entrance doors and the other is located at the top of the mezzanine fitness area stairway next to the lockers. As is the practice with other use areas of the community center, the fitness area will not have constant direct supervision. The on‑duty facility manager will provide routine walkthrough monitoring. If at any time during your use should you have any questions or require assistance do not hesitate to speak with the facility manager or service desk staff. Prior to using the fitness area for the first time, each patron is required to read and sign the rule/release form and receive from a DCS staff member an in‑person, hands‑on equipment use orientation. Fitness area information & registration packets are available at the community center service desk or by calling 412‑487‑7870 during regular hours of operation.

Fitness Area Fees (good for 12 consecutive months)

Category Resident Non-Resident Family* $217 $427 Husband & Wife $117 $222 Adult (18 & up) $67 $134 Full Time College Student** $37 $74 Youth (10 to 17) $56 $111 Daily $6 $12

* For a family of four (4) - each additional family member is billed at individual rate. ** Contact the DCS Service Desk for a College Student Pass form.

You Can Now Register Online! The Department of Community Services offers residents the TOWNSHIP OF HAMPTON convenience of registering for programs and services online. To complete a program registration visit the Township website Department of Community Services at www.hampton-pa.org from your computer, cell phone or Office hours: Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. tablet. Once your account is set up it’s easy to register for most programs and activities. Please feel free to contact the 412-487-7870 or 724-443-7585 Department of Community Services with any questions at 412-487-7870 ext. 370. DCS Hotline: 412-486-0400, ext. 390

www.hampton-pa.org • Late-Summer 2017 • Hampton Magazine • Page 27 Community Center Facility Rental Information

FACILITY RENTAL INFORMATION: Resident reservations are accepted two years in advance. Non‑Resident reservations are accepted 18 months from the desired rental date. Interests may contact the DCS Facility Coordinator at 412/487‑7870 x357. Renter must meet with the Facility Coordinator, by appointment, to confirm rental date, location and any additional requests. Alcoholic beverages are only permitted in certain areas of the facility with an approved Township ABC Permit. ABC Permit Fee is $32 per rental date. The renter must obtain the Township ABC Permit at least 7 days before the rental date. Please refer below to the rental fee charts. Listed are Package Rates, Hourly Rates, Flexible Base Rate Pricing, Hampton Township Non‑Profit Organization rental information and the Department of Community Services’ Birthday Party Packages.

Facility Rental Package Rates (First fee residents / second fee non‑residents) Flexible Base Rate Pricing Area 3 hours 6 hours 8 hours The Department of Community Great Room A or B $230/290 $465/560 $585/760 Services is continuing to offer Great Room A & B $465/585 $700/865 $815/1,050 Flexible Hourly Rental Rates Activity Room I $110/145 $175/210 $260/300 geared to individual needs. Flex‑ Activity Room II $115/160 $205/240 $290/330 ible Pricing is available during non‑primetime hours only (Mon‑ Gathering Area (after hours only) $115/160 $205/240 $290/330 day 8:00 a.m. ‑ Friday 4:00 p.m.). Heat & Serve Kitchen (per use) $220 $220 $220

Hampton Township Facility Rental Hourly Rates Non‑Profit Organizations (First Fee Residents / Second Fee Non‑ Residents) The Township of Hampton is offering a reduced rental fee to Area FEES Hampton Township non‑profit Great Room A or B ...... $85/100 hour community organizations during Great Room A & B ...... $175/198 hour non‑primetime facility hours. The Gathering Area (after hours only)...... $48/60 hour reduced fee is 50% of the regular Activity Room I ...... $42/55 hour hourly rate. Activity Room II ...... $48/60 hour Gymnasium (Full) ...... $88/100 hour Birthday Party Packages Gymnasium (Half) ...... $48/60 hour Includes 3 consecutive and Gymnasium (Quarter) ...... $25/40 hour combined hours of use for ... Dance/Aerobics Room ...... $42/55 hour Activity Room I Adult Lounge ...... $42/55 hour and 1/4 gym ...... $90/140 NO ADMITTANCE will be permitted before or after rented time Activity Room II and 1/4 gym ...... $135/190 CANCELLATION OF A RENTAL 50% of rental fee is not refunded CHANGE OF RENTAL DATE FEE is 50% of rental fee DAMAGE SECURITY DEPOSIT ($200) is mandatory for every rental and will be returned if not needed HOURLY RATES are available for all rental areas including the gymnasium WEEKEND RENTAL FEES as noted above are effective Friday 4 p.m.‑Monday 8 a.m WEEKDAY RENTALS Monday 8 a.m. ‑ Friday 4 p.m. will receive a 25% discount ALCOHOL BEVERAGE CONSUMPTION PERMIT (ABC) is $32.00 / event rental date BEFORE & AFTER HOURS RENTALS require $30.35/hour additional fee to cover DCS Supervisory & custodial staff EARLY ARRIVAL & LATE DEPARTURE (SET UP & TEAR DOWN, without previous approval) fees are $50.00/half hour

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Federal Representatives: Police & Emergencies: Local Taxes: Senator Robert Casey Hampton Police, Fire and Jordan Tax Service (Property) Regional Enterprise Tower E.M.S. Emergencies: Call 911 102 Rahway Road 425 Sixth Avenue, Suite 2490 Hampton Police Non-Emergencies: McMurray, PA 15317 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 412-486-0400, ext. 334 724-731-2300 412-803-7370 724-443-7585, ext. 334 412-835-5243 [email protected] Senator Pat Toomey Township Officials: 100 Station Square Drive Municipal Building Keystone Collections (Wage & LST) Suite 225 3101 McCully Road 546 Wendel Road Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Allison Park, PA 15101 Irwin, PA 15642 202-224-4254 (Washington, DC) 412-486-0400 • 724-443-7585 888-328-0558 412-486-5019 (fax) Township Council: Congressman Keith Rothfus Hampton Community Center Victor D. Son, Jr., President 6000 Babcock Blvd., Ste. 104 3101 McCully Road Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Allison Park, PA 15101 Peter Russ, Vice President 202-225-2065 (Washington, DC) 412-487-7870 Cary Montgomery 412-487-7871 (fax) Richard Dunlap State Representatives: Sherry Neugebauer State Senator Randy Vulakovich Manager th W. Christopher Lochner...... Ext. 306 (40 District) Controller: [email protected] 1407 Mt. Royal Blvd. Jerry Speakman Glenshaw, PA 15116-2288 Assistant Manager Phone: 412-487-6600 Susan A. Bernet...... Ext. 303 District Magistrate: State Representative Hal English [email protected] Tom Swan (30th District) 4290 Wm. Flinn Hwy., Ste. 200 Police Chief Monthly Meeting Dates: Allison Park, PA 15101 Tom Vulakovich...... Ext. 317 Township Council 717-260-6407 [email protected] 7:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Weds.

County Representatives: Dept. of Community Svcs. Director Water Authority Rich Fitzgerald, Chief Executive Alex Zarenko...... Ext. 370 7:00 p.m. on the 4th Mon. 101 Allegheny County Court House [email protected] Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Zoning Hearing Board Dept. of Environmental Svcs. Director 412-350-6500 7:30 p.m. on the 4th Tues. James Degnan...... Ext. 312 Edward Kress - District 3 [email protected] Hampton Community Association 119 Allegheny County 5:00 p.m. on the 3rd Tuesday Court House Land Use Administrator Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Martin Orban...... Ext. 327 Environmental Advisory Council 412-350-6535 [email protected] 7:00 p.m. on the 1st. Mon. Water Authority Constable: Planning Commission Samuel Scarfone...... 412-486-4867 Daniel Glock 7:00 p.m. on the Second Monday [email protected]

Hampton Highlights is produced by Hampton Township to inform residents of municipal programs, community activities, and items of general interest. It is mailed to all resident households. Comments & suggestions are always welcome

Council President: Victor Son, Jr.; Council Members: Peter Russ, Cary Montgomery Richard Dunlap, Sherry Neugebauer Controller: Jerry Speakman; Manager: W. Christopher Lochner; Dept. of Community Services Director/Editor: Alex P. Zarenko

Township office hours: Normal hours of operation at the township office are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Office telephone: 412-486-0400 or 724-443-7585. Residents requiring emergency assistance should call 911. For non-emergencies call 412-486-3201. www.hampton-pa.org

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Page 30 • Hampton Magazine • Late-Summer 2017 • www.hampton-pa.org July Fourth Celebrations By The Numbers

$296.2 million The value of fireworks imported from China in 2016, representing the bulk of all U.S. fireworks imported ($307.8 million). U.S. exports of fireworks, by comparison, came to just $10.0 million in the same year. Source: International Trade Statistics, Code 360410 https://usatrade.census.gov/

$368.6 million The value of fireworks sales by retailers in 2012.

Source: 2012 Economic Census, NAICS: 453998 $482.6 million The value of fireworks and firecrackers sales by wholesalers in 2012. There were 172 wholesalers who sold these items in 2012. Source: 2012 Economic Census

$5.4 million The value of U.S. imports of American flags in 2016. The vast majority of this amount ($5.3 million) was imported from China. Source: International Trade Statistics, Code 6307909825

$27.8 million The value of U.S. flags exported in 2016. Mexico accounted for the vast majority of U.S. flags exported ($26.1 million). Source: International Trade Statistics

Thirty Three The number of counties and census incorporated places that contain the word “Liberty” in the name. Of the 33 areas, four are counties: Liberty County, Texas (81,704); Liberty County, Ga. (62,570); Liberty County, Fla. (8,202); and Liberty County, Mont. (2,409). Sources: 2016 U.S. Gazetteer Files and 2016 Population Estimates

One The number of incorporated places that has “Patriot” in its name: Patriot town, Ind., has an estimated population of 208. Source: 2015 Population Estimates

Eighteen The number of counties that have “Union” in the name. Of the 18 counties, the three largest in population are: Union County, N.J. (555,630); Union County, N.C. (226,606); and Union County, Ohio (55,457). Source: 2016 Population Estimates, Annual Estimates of the Resident Population: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2016 Summer Events at Hartwood Acres & North Park Upcoming Concerts: July 2 - Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

July 9 - Tank & The Bangas with Sweet Crude

July 16 - Boz Scaggs

July 23 - The Mavericks with The Last Bandoleros

July 30 - Con Funk Shun

August 6 - Gathering Field and Brownie Mary with The Dick Clarks

August 13 - Larry Carlton with Don Aliquo Sr. & Jr.

August 20 - Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre

August 27 - Billy Porter

September 3 - Allegheny County Music Festival featuring Rusted Root with local opening bands

Free outdoor movie nights:

Bring your blanket or chair and enjoy a movie under the stars. All showings start at 8 p.m. July 6: "The Lego Batman Movie" North Park Boathouse Lawn

July 13: "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" North Park Boathouse Lawn

July 20: "Finding Dory" North Park Boathouse Lawn

July 27: "The Secret Life of Pets" North Park Boathouse Lawn

Aug. 3: "Sing" North Park Boathouse Lawn

Aug. 10: "Moana" North Park Boathouse Lawn

Aug. 19: "The Lego Batman Movie" Deer Lakes Park Wagman Observatory

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