FRIENDSHIP HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 

218 New Geneva Road 

Point Marion, PA  15474 

Phone: 724.725.9515             Fax: 724.725.5161 

Mr. Randy S. Wilson, Principal               Ms. Keli DeCarlo, School Counselor         

        Mrs. Jennifer Hartman, Head Teacher                            Mrs. Sandra Townsend, Secretary 

September 21, 2021 

Dear Parents/Guardians: 

Students deserve a safe environment in which to live, learn and grow. Unfortunately, the threat of violence is a concern in many communities and has grown in a number of schools across the country.  Friendship Hill Elementary School prides itself on providing a safe learning environment for our students.  

Therefore, our staff will continue to remind students of the safety procedures we have in place and our clear behavioral expectations.  Safety drills will be conducted throughout the school year.  We ask that you check your child’s book bag daily to make sure they are not bringing any unnecessary items/toys etc. to school. As always, special consideration will be given to the maturity level of our students and the sensitivity of the subject matter. 

We will conduct a STAR Drill in the month of October.  This will prepare our students and staff to respond to an intruder in the building.  Our students will be directed by their teachers before, during and after the drill.  Our teachers will speak to the students prior to the drill.  I just wanted to be sure to share this information with you so you are aware of these drills. 

As always, the safety and well-being of all students in the Albert Gallatin School District is our top priority. 

Educationally yours,  

Randy S. Wilson, Principal 

FRIENDSHIP HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 

218 New Geneva Road 

Point Marion, PA  15474 

Phone: 724.725.9515             Fax: 724.725.5161 

Mr. Randy S. Wilson, Principal               Ms. Keli DeCarlo, School Counselor         

        Mrs. Jennifer Hartman, Head Teacher                            Mrs. Sandra Townsend, Secretary 

Welcome to the 2021-2022 School Year at Friendship Hill Elementary.  We are excited to have all of our students back for in-person instruction for the 2021-2022 school year.   

Instruction this year will be in-person.  The first two days of school, Monday, August 30th and Tuesday, August 31st will be in-person for Kindergarten students and students that are new to our building.  All students will then report on September 1st for in-person instruction.   

The Department of Education for Pennsylvania indicates that all students should maintain a 94% attendance rate.  Therefore, students must be in school every day.  By maintaining a 94% attendance rate during the school year, data shows that students will be successful.  If your child must miss school due to illness, they must return with an excuse.  Every attempt should be made to schedule appointments after school hours. 

Student drop off will begin at 8:40 AM.  Students dismissal will begin at 3:30 PM for Parent Pick-up.   Bus dismissal will begin at 3:40 PM.   

Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher and/or me, should you have any questions or concerns.  I have included my email below for your reference.  You may also call the school’s office at 724 725-9515. 

Again, it is my pleasure to welcome you and your child to Friendship Hill Elementary this year. 

Sincerely, 

Mr. Randy Wilson, Principal 

rwilson@agasd.org