In June, the Bethel Park School District celebrated the careers and contributions of its 2025 retirees with a special luncheon. This heartfelt event recognized the dedication and hard work of the district's staff members, who collectively contributed hundreds of years of service to the community and its students.
Among the esteemed retirees were:
- Roxann Back, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Mary Bentel, Third Grade Teacher, Memorial Elementary School
- Karen Bianco, Special Education Paraprofessional, Memorial Elementary School
- Cynthia Blockland, Speech/Language Teacher, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
- Christopher Brickett, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Rose DeGregorio, MTSS Specialist, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
- Victor DiPrampero, Social Studies Teacher, Bethel Park High School
- Kelly Eckert-Grahffam, Art Teacher, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
- Mel Fiel, Network Specialist, Bethel Park School District
- Mary Beth Gregg, Executive Admin. Asst. to the Superintendent, Bethel Park School District
- Thomas Hare, Social Studies Teacher, Bethel Park High School
- Patricia Heasley, Librarian, William Penn Elementary School
- Karrie Kinzel, Business Teacher, Bethel Park High School
- Joyce Koch, Instructional Aide, Memorial Elementary School
- Vincent Kovalchick, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- William Lowry, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Jackie Malley, Health & Physical Education Teacher, Bethel Park High School
- Colleen Manganello, Second Grade Teacher, George Washington Elementary School
- Lisa McCabe, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Hugh McLinden, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Maria Quinn, Supervisor of Transportation, Bethel Park School District
- Thomas Rabatin, Custodian, Bethel Park High School
- Edward Stanko, School Bus Driver, Bethel Park School District
- Donna Tritschler, Instructional Aide, Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
- Lara Werries, Special Education Teacher, Bethel Park High School
- Stephen Yost, Third Grade Teacher, George Washington Elementary School
Superintendent Dr. James Walsh expressed his gratitude, saying, "Each of our retirees has played a vital role in the success and spirit of our district. Their dedication and commitment have made a lasting impact on the lives of our students and staff."
The Bethel Park School District extends its heartfelt congratulations, sincere thanks, and best wishes to all the retirees as they embark on their next adventures. Their contributions will be remembered and appreciated for years to come.