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Mrs. Zager’s AP Biology students recently had a unique and unforgettable learning experience when they visited Allegheny General Hospital to observe an open-heart surgery. This hands-on opportunity gave students a rare chance to see the complexities of cardiac surgery up close and deepen their understanding of human anatomy and physiology.

The Medical Careers Club, led by Senior High School student Reese Sequite, recently hosted an engaging workshop that combined science, art, and healthcare in a hands-on learning experience.

BotsIQ students Max Davis, Easton O'Donnell, Luke Monday, and Adrianna Whichard recently participated in an Electronics Training Day at the BotsIQ training facility in Pittsburgh.

Congratulations to our senior student athletes who signed and committed to continue their academic & athletic career next fall:

Each year during American Education Week, the Distinguished Graduate Steering Committee begins the process of selecting a graduate from Butler High School to receive the Distinguished Graduate Award.

Each year I like to remind our families of our Winter Weather Plan. 

I make the decision to delay or cancel school after I review the weather forecast and consult with our Transportation Department. When necessary, the district also consults with the municipalities and other resources within our community. Each decision regarding whether or not to delay or cancel school is made with student safety as the primary concern. I recognize that any delay or cancellation can create hardships for our families and do not take this decision lightly.

Senior High School students recently enjoyed an exciting field trip to the Robotics Convention at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. The event offered a hands-on look at cutting-edge technology, featuring everything from self-driving trucks to trash can robots.

Congratulations to our student athletes who represented Butler at the 2025 WPIAL sportsmanship summit -- Addyson Traggiai, Malina McElroy, Nico Baggetta & Boden Lenyk!

Senior High School students in the Career Exploration class recently visited Slippery Rock University to learn about their Rock Teach program. They also recently visited the Davis Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh for the for the SWPA Healthcare Expo.

Butler Senior High School welcomed prospective students from local private and parochial schools in October. The prospective students and their families participated in an open house that consisted of a brief overview of the high school in the auditorium, followed by a tour of the school.

The Butler Class 1965 generously donated $2,300 to the Tornado Shelter at the Senior High School.

Thank you for your kind support of our students!

Senior High School counselors recently hosted a Welcome Breakfast to greet students newly enrolled for the 2025–26 school year. The event offered a warm introduction to life at SHS and helped new students feel comfortable in their new environment.

Senior High School students recently visited the Midwestern Intermediate Unit to explore a variety of career opportunities in education and support services. During the trip, they learned about professions such as vision impairment teacher, behavioral management specialist, early intervention provider, and deaf and hard of hearing teacher. 

Several Senior High School students who are members of the National Honor Society volunteered at the Lung Cancer Awareness Walk, hosted by the Advanced Lung Centers of Independence Health System. The event highlighted the importance of lung cancer screenings and community support. 

Students from Mrs. Peter’s Gifted and BotsIQ programs along with students from Mrs. Davis's Career Exploration class, recently visited Butler Technologies, Inc. (BTI) for an exciting, hands-on learning experience. During the tour, students explored the company’s facility, learned about precision printing, and discovered potential career pathways in advanced manufacturing and technology.

The Butler Senior High School’s Medical Careers Club recently held its second meeting of the year, welcoming two guest speakers—Dr. Jessie Kamerer, EdD, MSN, RNC-NIC from Slippery Rock University, and Dr. Justin Miller, CCSP, CKTP from Miller Sports and Family Chiropractic.

On Monday, October 13, 2025 between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, we will be treating select areas at Intermediate High School and Senior High School (weather permitting). Areas will be posted on site.

Save the date for the Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School's open house on Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. 

Visit www.butlertec.us for more information. 

Congratulations to DeShaun Clark and Sydney O’Donnell who were named the 2025 Tornado Prince and Princess at Butler High School’s Homecoming Friday, October 3.

Butler Senior High School's trivia team, comprised of senior Kaden Crocker, senior Bradley White, and junior Landin Schooley, will appear on KD Quiz, sponsored by GBU Life. 

Tune into KDKA at 11 am on October 18th and at 11:30 am on October 25th to watch their great performance!  

The annual Butler County Band Festival was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who came out to support these incredibly talented students!

Watch the full performance on YouTube.

The Butler Education Association is hosting their annual food drive in support of the Kids' Weekend Backpack Program.

Please consider bringing a food item to the Butler Golden Tornado football game on Friday, October 17. You can also donate needed items directly from Amazon. Click here to donate. 

The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc. Tuff Tornado Run was a huge success. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this event! 

View more photos on Facebook. 

Ms. McKinsey's 8th grade US History classes and Mrs. Minch's ESP Journalism class are collaborating with the Butler Eagle for a unique opportunity to create more responsible readers, support community journalism, and encourage future journalists.

Save the date! The Annual Orchestra Spooktacular returns Thursday, October 23rd at Butler Intermediate High School!

•  6:00 PM – Trick-or-treat through our Haunted Hallway
•  7:00 PM – The Butler Senior High Orchestra performs spooky favorites in the auditorium

We want to inform you that on Friday, September 26th, a portion of our building will be temporarily closed due to the installation of structural beams for a new rooftop air conditioning unit. This important work is part of our ongoing efforts to improve the comfort and environment of our school.

Congratulations to Butler's 2025 Tornado Homecoming Court! The prince and princess will be crowned before the football game against University High School on October 3 at 7:00 p.m. 

Butler Area School District has been selected to join the newest cohort of the League of Innovative Schools, a national network led by Digital Promise that connects and supports the nation’s most forward-thinking education leaders.

Butler Area School District is one of two local districts selected to join the News Literacy Projects District Fellowship Program.

The three-year fellowship provides $30,000 grants and customized support to implement news literacy education districtwide, ensuring all students learn to think critically and engage responsibly with the news and information. 

Mark your calendars! The annual Butler County Band Festival will take place on Tuesday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Art Benardi Stadium at Butler Senior High School. 

Butler 26 Homecoming shirts are for sale. 

Click here to purchase your shirt. 

The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc.'s annual Tuff Tornado Run is coming up! Register by September 6 to receive a free t-shirt. 

Saturday, September 27, 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm 
Alameda Park

Visit the Foundation's website for more information. 

Register for the Tuff Tornado Run online now!

View the Tuff Tornado Run flyer. 

At Butler Area School District, we believe learning is a lifelong journey, and it doesn’t just happen within the walls of a classroom.

We hope you'll take some time to read our annual "Back to School" publication to learn more about the exciting opportunities for learning, growth and connection at Butler Area School District this year.

Summer is still in full swing, but if you are looking ahead to the first day of school, here are a few things you can do now to be prepared!

A group of students, parents, and colleagues embarked on an unforgettable journey through Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland in July. This immersive travel experience brought language learning to life and offered students a firsthand glimpse into the beauty and culture of the German-speaking world.

On Friday, August 15th at 4:00 p.m. a Google form titled, "Student Parking Pass Application: Car Information" will go live for all students to register for a 25-26 parking permit.

This form will be emailed to you. It will also be available on the Senior High School website under Resources and then Parking Pass Application.

Schedules will be released the morning of August 15, 2025. This will give students time to review their schedules before selecting their preferred parking lot.

We hope you are enjoying your summer break. As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we want to ensure you are aware of the following upcoming important dates. Please note that all events listed below will take place at the Senior High School.

Butler Area School District is committed to transforming teaching and learning through a personalized learning approach. Our ongoing efforts include professional development opportunities, the design of a new teacher evaluation system aligned with personalized learning practices, strategic investments in instructional materials that support individualized instruction, and the purchase of flexible furniture to accommodate diverse seating arrangements, particularly at the secondary level. Much of this work has been made possible through generous grant funding.

The Butler Senior High School Unified Sports teams braved the cold and had a blast participating in the Cool Schools Polar Plunge on February 21, 2025. Our team raised $5,666.50 for Special Olympics! 

Ten members of the Butler choral program represented the Butler Senior High School at PMEA District Chorus.

They performed in a choral concert on Friday, February 7th at Rochester High School under the direction of Dr. Mark Boyle.

This holiday season, Reese Sequite, a sophomore at the Senior High School, took the initiative to bring joy to local patients through a heartwarming community service project. Reese reached out to the BASD principals (K-6) to request each school's participation in creating holiday cards. These cards were designed to be distributed by our Swim and Dive team to patients at Butler Memorial Hospital (BMH).

Congratulations to Butler Senior High School's trivia team -- David Krainbucher, Max Channells, and Ava Brewster!  The team earned second place in round two of KD Quiz, missing first by only 5 points! 

The show will air on May 11 at 11 am and again on May 18 at 11:30 am.  

We are so proud of this team!  

The Golden Tornado Scholastic Foundation, Inc.'s 21st annual Fine Arts & Beyond (FAB) Showcase was a great success. The student artwork was incredible and the student musical performances were outstanding. Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!

The Butler Area School District 2024-2025 Course Selection Guides are now available. 

Click to download the 2024-2025 Senior High School Course Selection Guide.

Click for Senior High scheduling resources. 

Click to download the 2024-2025 Intermediate High School Course Selection Guide.

About 100 juniors at Butler Area Senior High School spent a day brainstorming aspects of their own "dream school" at a Leadership retreat. After brainstorming about their dream school, the students worked together to come up with ten initiatives. As we move forward, our student leaders -- as well as other students -- will play a significant role in implementing our new student drive initiatives.