Today Multiple agencies in Mercer county collaborated to teach about responding to an emergency and heart healthy lifesaving skills to students in grades K-6 in the Sharon City School District. Students in grades 4-6 learned hands -only CPR.
The students learned to call 911, to open the airway, check for breathing, circulation and perform CPR hands only on a manikin. It is important for your child to know their address and phone number.
Here are some items for you to review at home.
1. The Three C's: Basic Emergency Response
Teach children these three steps to follow when they encounter a potential emergency:
CHECK:
Check the Scene: Is it safe? Look for fire, traffic, or wires. Never put yourself in danger.
Check the Person: Gently tap their shoulders and ask loudly, "Are you okay?".
CALL: If the person doesn’t answer or is badly hurt, call for help immediately.
Dial 911: Practice making the call on a cell phone.
Know the Info: Children must know their home address and how to describe what happened.
CARE: Provide basic reassurance and stay with the person until an adult or paramedic arrives.
2. Heart-Healthy Lifesaving Skills
While some children may not have the physical strength for full adult CPR, they can still learn essential components:
Hands-Only CPR (Ages 7-12):
Place one hand on the center of the chest with the other on top.
Push "hard and fast" to the beat of a song like "Stayin' Alive" (approx. 100-120 beats per minute). Or the Baby Shark Song.
AED Awareness: Teach kids to recognize the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) symbol and understand that the machine "talks" and gives instructions on how to use it.
Choking (Heimlich Maneuver): Older children can learn to recognize the universal sign for choking (hands at the throat) and how to perform back blows or abdominal thrusts.
3. Teaching Methods for Kids
Use Props: Practice chest compressions on stuffed animals or dolls to make it less intimidating.
Role-Play: Create scenarios (e.g., "Grandpa won't wake up") where they must practice checking the scene and calling 911.
Keep it Positive: Focus on the idea that they are "Little Heroes" who can make a difference by staying calm and calling for help.
Resources for Educators and Parents
American Red Cross: Offers age-appropriate storybooks like "Prepare with Pedro" and the "Monster Guard" app.
American Heart Association (AHA): Provides classroom resources and a Spotify playlist with songs that have the correct beat for CPR.
Nemours KidsHealth: Provides first-aid guides specifically written for young readers
A special Thank You to the partners involved in bringing this event to our school goes to :AHN Grove City, Buhl Regional Health Foundation , Sharon Regional Health System A Tenor Health Foundation Hospital, UPMC Horizon, UPMC Jameson, Elite EMS, McGonigle Ambulance, and Staying Alive.
Here is a video to review with your children.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOGAl5CrJw8&list=RDzOGAl5CrJw8&start_radio=1
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION : MARCH 25,2026
WEST HILL ELEMENTARY KINDERGARTEN REGISTRTATION FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027
When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
When; 9-11 AM , 12-2 PM, 3-5 PM
Where: West Hill Elementary Gymnasium
Address: 301 Ellsworth Street, Sharon, PA 16146
If your child will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, you will need to register them for Kindergarten.
Please bring your child and the following to West Hill Elementary Gymnasium on March 26, 2026.
You will need :
Your child's BIRTH CERTIFICATE
Your child's SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
Your child's IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
2 FORMS OF PROOF OF RESIDENCY (bill with your name on it.)
JULY 27 - 31, 2026
DAILY SCHEDULE
9:00AM – 3:00PM
AT BUHL PARK
HERMITAGE, PA
FREE TO ATTEND
AGES K-7 FOR 2026- 2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Camp Courage blends fun camp activities with healing support for grieving children. A certified grief specialist is on-site throughout the week to assist youth, and all staff and volunteers undergo training and background checks for a secure and supportive environment.
Activities at camp are designed to help kids learn different coping skills, build resilience and have fun.
Team building activities
Games
Arts and crafts
Decompression time
Exercise
Nature Appreciation
Snacks provided
PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Apply Online. Scan QR code or visit: buhlregionalhealthfoundation.org/camp
Provided by a collaboration of
Registration closes June 1st
Questions? Contact Kateri Linn at 724-977-0317 or kateri@buhlrhf.org
SAVE THE DATE: KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION : MARCH 25,2026
WEST HILL ELEMENTARY KINDERGARTEN REGISTRTATION FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027
When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
When; 9-11 AM , 12-2 PM, 3-5 PM
Where: West Hill Elementary Gymnasium
Address: 301 Ellsworth Street, Sharon, PA 16146
If your child will be 5 years old by September 1, 2026, you will need to register them for Kindergarten.
Please bring your child and the following to West Hill Elementary Gymnasium on March 26, 2026.
You will need :
Your child's BIRTH CERTIFICATE
Your child's SOCIAL SECURITY CARD
Your child's IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
2 FORMS OF PROOF OF RESIDENCY (bill with your name on it.)
West Hill Elementary Grades 3-5
Practice Schedule
Tuesday/Thursday 2:45-4:15pm
Registration link:
https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/Spring2026Program
Scan to register Mercer County Code:
MERCERSPRING26
Registration Begins
January 28th at Noon
Season Begins: Week of March 2nd
Confidence that lasts a lifetime! Girls on the Run is a girl-empowerment organization that inspires participants to be joyful, healthy, and confident using evidence-based lessons that combine relationship building, community strengthening, and goal setting with physical movement.
Questions?Contact Your GOTR Council:
Program Coordinator Bria Jones at jonesbs6@upmc.edu
For more information or to register, visit www.gotrmagee.org/programs
What is SFP for Family and Youth 10-14?
It is a FREE 7-week program for families with youth ages 10–14, blending fun activities, shared dinners, and lighthearted prizes to strengthen relationships. Through hands-on games and guided conversations, you’ll build communication skills and trust while navigating the tween/teen years together. Experience joyful connection using proven tools from Iowa State University’s Strengthening Families Program®!
What to Expect:
Free Dinner is served promptly at 5:30pm before each session.
At 6pm, the workshop will start with the parents and youth aged 10-14 separating into individual sessions.
At 7pm, after an hour of individual sessions, the parents and youth come together as one large group.
The large family session will run until 8pm.
At the end of the night, there will be weekly prizes and giveaways!
Tuesday Night Classes
Start Date: February 3, 2026
End Date: March 17, 2026
At the Bethel Life Worship Center Hermitage Campus
655 Clarksville Rd, Hermitage, PA 16148
Wednesday Night Classes
Start Date: February 4, 2026
End Date: March 18, 2026
At the Covenant Presbyterian Church
263 E State St, Sharon, PA 16146
Space is limited, register today!
Parent Session Topics:
*How to show love & set limits
*How to make house rules
*Ways to encourage good behavior
*When to use consequences
*How to protect against substance misuse
*How to use community resources
Youth Session Topics:
*Setting Goals & Dreams
*Appreciating Parents
*Coping with Stress
*Following Rules
*Handling Peer Pressure
*Recognizing Qualities of a Good Friend
Family Session Topics: *Importance of setting goals and dreams *Value of appreciating family members *Power of understanding family values *Impact of building family communication.
The time has come to get our Sharon Tiger Little Hoopers involved in this years program. The basketball program will be hosting skills and drills for youth boys’ grades 1st through 3rd. This is a great opportunity to introduce the game of basketball to our young student athletes.
Who: Boys in grades 1,2 and 3
Cost: No cost for participating
When: Weekly (Sundays) beginning January 25,2026
Where: Case Avenue Elementary Gymnasium
Time: 10:00AM to 11:30AM
Please contact Jordan Johnson at (330) 883-3342 with any questions or concerns.
Please return signed registration form Sunday before participation.
Player Information
Name(Print): ______________________________________________
Date of Birth: _________________________________
Grade (Circle One): 1 2 3
Elementary School/Teacher: _________________________________
Parent/Guardian Information
Name (Print): ________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Medical Information
Please list any allergies, medications, or medical conditions:
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
I hereby give permission for child listed above to participate in Sharon Tigers Boys Basketball. I understand that there is no cost to play and agree to hold the school and coaches harmless for any injuries that may occur.
Parent/Guardian Signature: ________________________________ Date: _____________
Students will participate in instruction from home on Thursday, 1/15/26, and all school buildings will be closed. Students are to log into their Google classrooms and complete classwork during the regularly scheduled school day. Please refer to the virtual learning guidelines sent home previously.
Practice Schedule
Tuesday/Thursday 2:45-4:15pm
Registration link:
https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/Spring2026Program
Scan to register Mercer County Code:
MERCERSPRING26
Registration Begins
January 28th at Noon
Season Begins: Week of March 2nd
Confidence that lasts a lifetime! Girls on the Run is a girl-empowerment organization that inspires participants to be joyful, healthy, and confident using evidence-based lessons that combine relationship building, community strengthening, and goal setting with physical movement.
Questions?Contact Your GOTR Council:
Program Coordinator Bria Jones at jonesbs6@upmc.edu
For more information or to register, visit www.gotrmagee.org/programs
Online ONLY 1/1/26-2/15/26
NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
https://www.sharonllbaseball.org or scan the QR code Open to all Sharon and Farrell kids!
ELIGIBILITY: Children ages 4-12 who live in Sharon or Farrell or attend Sharon or Farrell schools
AGE DIVISIONS: T-Ball (Ages 4 thru 6), Minor/Coach Pitch (Ages 6-8) Major Division (Ages 9-12)
*Major Division tryouts on Sunday, March 8 at Case Ave
starting at 2:00 PM are to be placed on a team
*There is only one combined age group for ages 9-12
REGISTRATION FEES: Paid online via Debit or Credit Card
*$3.00 service fee and 3.4% transaction fee will be charged at checkout
Minor and Major (ages 6-12): Tball (ages 4-6) - $60
1 Child - $75
2 Children - $140
3 Children - $195
ADDITIONAL INFO: Facebook: www.facebook.com/SharonBaseball/ Website: https://www.sharonllbaseball.org
Sharon LL President: Jim Anderson 724.977.2057 or urg.james@gmail.com
REGISTER BY FEBRUARY 15, 2026
NO LATE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Any Sharon City School District student can participate in the after school Dinner Program. Dinner is served at 3:15 at all 3 elementary buildings, as well as the middle/high school.
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Getting taxes done.
Avoiding eviction.
Caring for my grandmother.
Keeping my heat on.
Joining the workforce.
Finding a summer camp. Protecting a friend.
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All of the above.
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A Flexible Instructional Day (FID) or Virtual Learning day allows the District to use an alternate approach to delivering instruction if a circumstance arises that prevents instruction in a customary manner. These situations can include a hazardous weather condition, a law enforcement emergency, the inoperability of equipment necessary to the public school entity's operation, damage to a school building, or a temporary circumstance rendering any portion of a school building unfit or unsafe for use. During a FID/Virtual Learning day, students will participate in instruction from home. Participation from home is required by all students during a FID/Virtual Learning day. In the event the District would need to utilize a FID/Virtual Learning day, all Sharon City School District students, parents/guardians, and staff members will be notified through our comprehensive notification system (text and voice call).
How will my child participate in learning during a FID/Virtual Learning day?
Primary implementation of the day's activities will be accessed through the student's Chromebook utilizing Google Classroom (GC). Additional resources will be provided through the District website as necessary.
Students will login to their first period (Middle/High) or homeroom (Elementary) Google Classroom and complete the attendance form.
Middle/High School students will access their course work using the Google Classroom course codes. Students will follow their regular schedule as outlined in the GC platform.
Elementary school students will access their homeroom teacher's Google Classroom account using provided course codes.
Students will complete work in each area of the GC homeroom. Some students may receive paper packets for completion instead of Google Classroom assignments.
How will student attendance be taken during a FID/Virtual Learning day?
Students will be credited with a day's attendance during the FID/Virtual Learning day if they have completed the online attendance form in the Google Classroom and have completed all materials required for each content area scheduled (Middle/High School) or assigned (Elementary).
In the event a child does not have access to technology, parents/guardians can call the school or contact the teacher via phone or communication app in lieu of completing the online attendance form to report attendance during a FID/Virtual Learning day.
Completed FID/Virtual Learning day activities must be submitted electronically by the end of the FID, or hard copy to the school immediately upon return to in-school learning, for a student to be reported as present for the FID/Virtual Learning day.
Classroom teachers should be contacted by phone, email or class app - SCHOOL CONNECT if assistance is needed. School staff will be available during normal school hours during a FID/Virtual Learning day.
Students who do not participate during Flexible Instructional Days/Virtual Learning days will need to provide an excuse as per District policy.
