2026 Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA)
Please see attached information regarding 3rd and 4th grade 2026 PSSA testing.
Mendon Elementary
Welcome to Mendon Elementary
Effective June 16, 2025, if you are registering your child to attend Mendon Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year, you will no longer need to complete registration at our Central Office. Registration will now be completed at Mendon Elementary. Please visit 164 State Route 31, Ruffs Dale, PA 15679 if you need to enroll your child.
164 STATE ROUTE 31
RUFFSDALE, PA 15679
PHONE: 724-872-6484
FAX: 724-872-6972
Frequently Used Extensions:
Mrs. (Trayter) Calcagni X 4000
Dr. Skorvan X 4021
Mrs. Depta - Nurse X 4010
Cafe X 4030
School Counselor - Mrs. Andres X 4016
School Counselor - Mr. Gates X 4017
SCHOOL START TIME: 9:00 AM
SCHOOL END TIME: 4:00 PM
WALKER DISMISSAL BEGINS AT 3:40 PM
BUS DISMISSAL BEGINS AT 3:45 PM
2025-2026 Yough School District Academic Calendar
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES
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Please see attached information regarding 3rd and 4th grade 2026 PSSA testing.
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REGISTRATION
Effective June 16, 2025, if you are registering your child to attend Mendon Elementary for the 2025-2026 school year, you will no longer need to complete registration at our Central Office. Registration will now be completed at Mendon Elementary. Please visit 164 State Route 31, Ruffs Dale, PA 15679 if you need to enroll your child.
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STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Each month, students are recognized for their ongoing positive behaviors in the areas of academic, social and emotional well-being. These students consistently demonstrate our Be's to Behavior and show Respectfulness, Responsibility, and Resilience in the school setting. We give them a big shout out for being awesome students!
September Students of the Month: Lorelei, Hudson, Garrett, Harley, Clinton, Victoria, Jax, Vanessa, Georgia, Sam, Mason, and Kylee
October Students of the Month: Wilhemina, Austin, Lucas, Emmi, Kylie, Jase, Olivia, Kameron, Aiden, Aiden, Madalyn and Oliver
November Students of the Month: Sienna, Charleigh, Talia, Timberly, Deacon, Evelyn, Rileigh, Charli, Colten, Nayvie, Emma, and Angelina
December Students of the Month: Teagan, Harper, Westin, Landon, Willow, Lillyth, Penelope, Paisley, Lola, River, Andrew, and Milan
January Students of the Month: Adalynn, Alexander, Scarlett, Piper, Gage, Clyde, Carson, Mariah, Norah, Gracie, Baylee, and Levi
February Students of the Month: Waylon, Paisley, Hudson, Emily, Teagan, Jack, McKenzie, Liam, Zane, Killian, Kaylee, and Hera
R3: Respectful, Responsible, Resilient
Kid President Pep Talk To Teachers and Students
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwlhUcSGqgs
Respectful, Responsible, and Resilient (R3)
Winners for the 2023-2024 School Year
November
Layla and Nova
YOUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION AND VISION
MISSION:
Developing a respectful, responsible, and resilient educational community.
VISION:
The Yough School District fosters innovative opportunities to provide educational experiences. By engaging family and community partners, we prepare our students to become successful members of our ever-changing world.
SHARED VALUES:
Built upon yesterday, with a focus on today, while preparing for tomorrow, we believe:
1.) A safe, caring, and healthy school environment is essential for learning.
2.) Education is a shared responsibility of the students, families, district, and community.
3.) A challenging, authentic, educational experience is created through the use of technology and social and emotional learning.
4.) Empowered students become productive contributors to society.
5.) Cultivating a learning community promotes productivity and growth of all students.
6.) All decision-making will be in the best interest of the students.
Google Classroom Helpful Tips
Video and Tips On Google Classroom for Parents and Students
Logging On To and Navigating Google Classroom
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FaQ4ZS4Ap3fPKBcHZixeNLbgR7CarSIj/view?usp=sharing
General School Information
2025-2026 Yough Elementary Student Handbook.pdf
2025-2026 Attendance Brochure.pdf
Mendon will continue to follow our 5 "Be's to Behavior" for the 2025-2026 school year.
Be Safe- Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Be Respectful- Say please & thank you.
Be Prepared- Bring materials to school everyday.
Be Responsible- Be in the listening position during class.
Be Your Best- Follow directions at all times.
Our theme for the 2025-2026 school year will be SAFARI.
