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The Rising Up Report – February 3, 2026

 Family Partnership Matters Strong charter schools are built through partnership. Families are essential members of the WAA community, and your voice helps guide our continuous improvement.  Share Your Feedback We invite families to complete our weekly...

Why Choose A Charter School?
Why Choose A Charter School?

You may have heard that Westinghouse Arts Academy (WAA) is a “charter school”. But what does that really mean? And how does that make us different from other schools? The answers may surprise you! We Are Public That’s right: charter schools are also public schools....

Love to Perform? We Do Too!
Love to Perform? We Do Too!

Have you ever felt that rush when you step into the spotlight? Or maybe you've been watching from the audience, wondering what it would be like to be up there? Whether you've been performing since you could walk or you're just curious about trying something new,...

School Calendar Westinghouse Arts Academy
School Calendar Westinghouse Arts Academy

Whether you are a new or returning family to Westinghouse Arts Academy, you may be eager to plan ahead and get important dates on your calendar. Below you’ll find some information that will help you get your 2025-26 school year off to a great start. A downloadable PDF...

Get a Head Start on College at WAA
Get a Head Start on College at WAA

Are you a rising high school junior or senior? Want to earn college credit without ever leaving campus? At Westinghouse Arts Academy (WAA), you can start your college journey early! How It Works WAA has partnered with the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC)...

4 Ways Westinghouse Arts Academy Is Reaching All Learners
4 Ways Westinghouse Arts Academy Is Reaching All Learners

At Westinghouse Arts Academy (WAA) we’re proud to offer exceptional arts and academic programming to students in grades 9–12 in a dynamic public charter school setting. We also know that no two students learn the same way. That’s why we’ve created a responsive...