Building Renovations & Student Attendance Plan

Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, Allen Middle School will undergo a comprehensive renovation as part of the District’s long-term feasibility plan. After careful study, the District determined that temporarily closing the building during construction allows the work to be completed efficiently and at a lower overall cost than renovating while the school remains occupied. 

This section of the District website provides information for students and families of Allen Academy. Allen Academy serves one grade level of Allen Middle School students, who will attend classes in a dedicated first-floor wing of Cedar Cliff High School reserved exclusively for middle school instruction.

Click here to be taken to more information, including the Student Attendance Plan, latest updates, FAQs and more.

Welcome to Allen Academy

SCHEDULE REMINDER - October 9 & 12, 2026

As a reminder, Friday, October 9, 2026, is a Remote Learning Day. Teachers will provide asynchronous work with no virtual classes scheduled. There will be NO SCHOOL Monday, October 12, 2026.
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We're Looking for YOUR Feedback - Parent and Student School Climate Surveys

As we strive to ensure all our schools provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for our students, we want to learn more about the experiences of our school community.

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Employees of the Summer 2026 Quarter Named

Congratulations to Old Trail's Lindsey Wright, and New Cumberland's/Cedar Cliff's Sabrina Garnett for being named the District's Support and Professional Employees of the Summer Quarter|
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New Edition of Points of Pride Now Available

The newest edition of West Shore School District’s Points of Pride is now available, with copies beginning to arrive in mailboxes throughout the community.
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Board Introduces Resolution Recognizing the 250th Anniversary of the United States

The Board of School Directors adopted a resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States of America at its meeting on July 16, 2026.
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Interested in Online Learning? Learn More About ExCEL for 2026-2027

Families interested in West Shore School District's Virtual Learning Academy should submit an inquiry by August 10 to be considered for the first day of school.
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Allen Middle School to Close for Renovations Beginning Next School Year

As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, the District is preparing for renovations at Allen Middle School as part of our long-term facilities plan. 
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2025 Academic Bowl Brackets

The Academic Bowl, sponsored by the West Shore Foundation, is designed for students throughout the District in grades four through eight to showcase their general knowledge across a vast spectrum of topics. Brackets for the competition are posted here.
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Parent Drop Off/Pick Up Reminders

We are SO EXCITED to see our students tomorrow! If you are dropping off or picking up your student, please review these important reminders.
- Student drop-off and pick-up occur in the back parking lot. 
- Parents should enter and exit through Slate Hill Rd.  Entering through Gettysburg Road interferes with bus traffic and is not safe. 
- Traffic moves in a counterclockwise fashion around the perimeter of the parking lot. 
- Once the car reaches the curb, students should safely exit the car to enter the school. Waiting to drop off at the door impacts the flow of traffic and causes backup onto Slate Hill Rd.

We appreciate your cooperation with these procedures, so we can welcome our students safely and efficiently.
The Allen Middle School staff cannot wait to see everyone tomorrow!
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Upcoming Events

Oct
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NO SCHOOL

Mon Oct 12 2026
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School Board Meeting

Thu Oct 15 2026

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