Rob King—Sports Anchor for the Pittsburgh Pirates at Sportsnet Pittsburgh, radio play-by-play announcer for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and author of The Door in the Stone—recently visited New Outlook Academy and was impressed with our program and the opportunities we provide our students.
During his visit, Breackann O. and Neveah R. showcased an amazing project they completed using ChatGPT and the xTool F1 laser engraver. They created a laser‑engravable image chronicling key moments in Rob King’s life, refined the design for optimal engraving quality, and added a thoughtful “Thank You” message on the reverse side of the coasters. They also applied their technical skills to configure the laser engraver, successfully completing the project.
Rob King was thankful for his gift and expressed that he looks forward to doing more activities and projects with New Outlook Academy in the future.
This experience highlights how our students combine creativity, technology, and critical thinking to produce meaningful, hands-on work. We’re proud to see our students excelling and making the most of the opportunities at New Outlook Academy!
Beverly’s Birthdays and students at New Outlook Academy celebrated this month’s birthdays in the most exciting way — with their very own Olympic Games!
Students competed in fun, high-energy challenges, showed off their teamwork skills, and cheered each other on every step of the way. The spirit of friendly competition filled the room as everyone joined in the celebration.
It was a fantastic way to honor our birthday students — with laughter, movement, and plenty of gold-medal moments! 
We’re excited to announce the start of our new Fitness Club at New Outlook Academy! Students are getting active and building healthy habits through structured workouts.
The club focuses on cardio training on the treadmills and strength-building with light weights, helping students improve endurance, strength, and overall wellness. It’s a great way for students to stay active, learn proper fitness techniques, and support one another in a positive environment.
We’re proud to see our students moving, growing, and investing in their health—one workout at a time!
Our students recently participated in the Healthy Choices for Students program through UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, an engaging initiative focused on cancer prevention, nutrition, and overall wellness.
Through interactive presentations, students learned how to make healthier choices when it comes to their food, how to read and understand nutrition labels, and how the food pyramid helps guide balanced meals. The program also emphasized the importance of healthy habits, including tobacco and vaping prevention.
As part of the experience, students had the opportunity to make healthier snacks and taste them, helping reinforce that nutritious choices can also be enjoyable and delicious! 
Students at Summit Academy, practiced mindfulness by returning to breathing exercises and learning how to intentionally focus their attention. They explored different ways to direct their focus, including listening to sound, noticing temperature, connecting with their surroundings, and identifying where stress is held in the body.
Students then participated in a guided meditation while Ms. Joanie played singing bowls, giving them the opportunity to focus on sound and reflect on how it made them feel. They also learned about the bowls and took turns playing them.
Throughout the class, students stayed engaged, respectful, and supportive of one another. The session concluded with a review of breathing techniques and a reminder of how focusing on one thing at a time can help students feel grounded and calm.
New Outlook Academy proudly hosted its 2nd Quarter Student Awards Ceremony, celebrating student achievement, growth, and positive contributions across our school community.
Students were recognized for accomplishments such as Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, Student of the Month/Quarter, and character-based awards including Kindness, Positive Peer, and Most Improved. The ceremony also honored students who completed Photography and Culture Club, highlighting creativity and cultural exploration.
The celebration reinforced our commitment to supporting every student’s success and recognizing the hard work and dedication that help them reach their full potential.
This month, Summit Academy proudly recognizes Black History Month, honoring the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and communities throughout history.
Wishing Wyatt and Justin the best of luck as they compete in the WPIAL Championships! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we’re proud of you every step of the way.
Come out and support these athletes as they give it their all—let’s show them some Summit pride!
This month, New Outlook Academy proudly recognizes Black History Month, honoring the achievements, resilience, and lasting contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and communities throughout history.
At Summit Academy, our Trades Program is all about developing skills that can last a lifetime. Students gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and learn practical skills that prepare them for real-world careers. We’re proud to help our students create strong foundations for their futures—one skill at a time. 
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