Schools to watch

For the second time in three years (2008 and 2011), both Fort Couch Middle School and Boyce Middle School were on the PA Schools to Watch list.  Pennsylvania currently has 21 Schools To Watch. As the Upper St. Clair Patch reports in Fort Couch Middle Named a 'School to Watch,' Again

Based on an analysis of academics—as well as attention to developmental and social challenges—the designation recognizes Fort Couch as one of nine schools in the state making noteworthy strides toward educational excellence.
Boyce Middle School also received the award this year.

As a grandmother, I am proud to say that my grandson was a student at both schools when they received this designation.  I am one of the 70% of the households that do not have children in Mt. Lebanon Schools.  How do the remaining 30% feel about our school system?  Aren't you tired of hearing about USC always beating MtL?  As a parent, I would demand more from the District. I wanted my kids to get the best education in the area.  I am glad my kids are doing the same for their kids.

Has there been a review team established to study what USC is doing, that we are not?  Do they have a PTA that is more concerned about education than sending political emails or having underage drinking parties?  The 70%'ers faithfully pay our taxes for above average education, but why do the remaining 30%'ers tolerate this?  Why aren't you demanding excellence?  Where is the outrage?