Read Across America Literacy Spirit Week
We will be celebrating Read Across America week from Monday, March 2 -Friday, March 6. We will have a theme each day, so please participate in the fun! (Click for the full schedule)
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Spring Picture Day with Inter State Studio
Picture Day is coming up on 03/10/2026! Order before Picture Day to receive FREE SHIPPING to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0435SVF
Kindergarten Registration Opens February 2nd
Apollo-Ridge Elementary School's Kindergarten Registration will open on February 2nd. Click this news story for a helpful flyer.
Remote Instruction Days
We are having Flexible Instruction Days January 26-28, 2026.
5th Grade Students - Invited to Join Band!
Dear Parents:
As a 5th grade student, your child finally has the opportunity to become a member of the Apollo-Ridge Elementary Band! We know that for many of you, this will be your first exposure to playing an instrument, below there is important information to get you started.
We have partnered with Murphy’s Music Center to provide the opportunity to buy or rent your instruments. We will be having a band rental night in the elementary gym the evening of Wednesday September 10th at 7pm.
If you are unable to make it to the rental night, below is the link to their online rental portal. Once you have finished their online form, they will send the instrument directly to the school. You can contact me for further help or contact Murphy’s Music Center in Leechburg, PA using this phone number (724) 842-8671 for instrument rental information Or their website below.
murphysmusic.com
You can also follow the link from Mr. Virag’s Apollo-Ridge webpage at apolloridge.com
Music education is more than just playing an instrument. It is immersing your child in a culture of success. It teaches and challenges each child’s higher-order thinking skills,
BAND IS A LIFE-CHANGING ACTIVITY
BAND IS FUN
I am excited about the opportunity to work with your child and enhance their musical abilities. We will also be using Microsoft teams to give parents the ability to help their child at home and for Mr. Virag to provide instruction virtually and post great references for practicing at home.
Should you have any questions about the band or your child’s participation, please feel free to contact me using the information listed below.
Mr. Gavin Virag
Director of Bands - Grades 5-12
[email protected]
724-478-6000 x1045
As a 5th grade student, your child finally has the opportunity to become a member of the Apollo-Ridge Elementary Band! We know that for many of you, this will be your first exposure to playing an instrument, below there is important information to get you started.
We have partnered with Murphy’s Music Center to provide the opportunity to buy or rent your instruments. We will be having a band rental night in the elementary gym the evening of Wednesday September 10th at 7pm.
If you are unable to make it to the rental night, below is the link to their online rental portal. Once you have finished their online form, they will send the instrument directly to the school. You can contact me for further help or contact Murphy’s Music Center in Leechburg, PA using this phone number (724) 842-8671 for instrument rental information Or their website below.
murphysmusic.com
You can also follow the link from Mr. Virag’s Apollo-Ridge webpage at apolloridge.com
Music education is more than just playing an instrument. It is immersing your child in a culture of success. It teaches and challenges each child’s higher-order thinking skills,
BAND IS A LIFE-CHANGING ACTIVITY
BAND IS FUN
I am excited about the opportunity to work with your child and enhance their musical abilities. We will also be using Microsoft teams to give parents the ability to help their child at home and for Mr. Virag to provide instruction virtually and post great references for practicing at home.
Should you have any questions about the band or your child’s participation, please feel free to contact me using the information listed below.
Mr. Gavin Virag
Director of Bands - Grades 5-12
[email protected]
724-478-6000 x1045
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Time to harvest sap for our maple syrup!
Recess fun!
Riding the bus is cool!
It's a beautiful day to read outside!
Roaring Run field trip fun!
Camping unit fun in second grade!
Thank you Adagio Health for the new interactive stencils on the playground!
Our annual Art Show makes the hallways beautiful!
We are A-R!
Students created artwork to represent each other!
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- 13:1 Student Teacher Ratio
- 22 Sports Teams
- 98% Graduation Rate