Gifted Services
The Avonworth School District is committed to providing high-quality instructional and enrichment services for our learners identified as gifted as well as those needing additional challenge. The District employs a Gifted and Enrichment support teacher at every building level to coordinate students' individualized plans, provide a variety of enrichment opportunities, co-plan with grade-level teachers, and serve as mentors and advocates for students.
For questions or requests, please contact the following faculty members:
Rebecca Kolesar
Avonworth Primary Center GATE Teacher
Email: rkolesar@avonworth.k12.pa.us
Office: 412-366-7171 ext. 4101
Irene Pendel
Avonworth Elementary School GATE Teacher
Email: IPendel@avonworth.k12.pa.us
Office: 412-366-7170 ext. 3185
Melissa DeSimone
Avonworth Middle School GATE Teacher
Email: MDeSimone@avonworth.k12.pa.us
Office: 412-366-9650 ext. 1997
Marnie Arnold
Avonworth High School GATE Teacher
Email: MArnold@avonworth.k12.pa.us
Office: 412-366-6360 ext. 1994