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Dr. Linda Hippert Superintendent Dr. Hippert joined the South Fayette team as an Associate Junior-Senior High School Principal in 1990. In June 1991, she became Principal of the Junior-Senior High School and remained in that capacity until she became Acting Superintendent in 1996. The following year, she began serving the District as Superintendent. Dr. Hippert is also an adjunct professor at Duquesne University’s School of Leadership and Professional Advancement. Prior to her time at South Fayette, Dr. Hippert was a math teacher in the Trinity and Chartiers Valley School Districts. In addition, she spent two years in business working in marketing and management. Dr. Hippert holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics Education from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and a Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. At Duquesne University she also received her Secondary Administrative Certification and Doctorate Degree from the University’s Program for Educational Leaders. Active in many professional organizations, Dr. Hippert has been a member of the Executive Board of the Western Pennsylvania Supervision of Curriculum and Development, Treasurer for Phi Delta Kappa Educational Fraternity, a member of the Executive Board of the University of Pittsburgh Tri-State Study Council, and the South Hills Area School District Association Superintendents. Phone Extension: 413 E-mail: hippert@southfayette.org

	Dr. Mary Ravita Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Dr. Ravita served six years as Assistant Superintendent at Bentworth School District. Prior to that, she worked for a total of 18 years at Parkway West Vocational/Technical School. Dr. Ravita earned a Bachelor's in Education at the University of Pittsburgh where she also received her M. Ed. in Vocational Education and Supervision. She earned her Ph.D. in Vocational Education and Educational Administration also at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Ravita has extensive professional training in curriculum and instruction, administrative supervision, Strategic Plan, technology and telecommunications planning, staff development, public relations, Federal Programs, budget preparation, the evaluation of student learning, as well as staff election. Dr. Ravita serves as an adjunct faculty member at Robert Morris University. She has also served in the same capacity at Pitt and as an evening administrator at CCAC. Phone Extension: 409 E-mail: ravita@southfayette.org

*Dr. Nanci Sullivan* Director of Pupil Personnel

	*Mrs. Ann Bisignani* High School Principal A member of the South Fayette team since 1979, Mrs. Bisignani spent 18 years as a classroom teacher, 1 year as an instructional technology specialist and has been high school principal for the past 5 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a certificate in Instructional Technology from Carlow College and a Master’s Degree from Carnegie Mellon University with a specialization in Educational Leadership. Mrs. Bisignani is also on the steering committee for the Allegheny County Principal’s Forum. Phone Extension: 710 E-mail: bisignani@southfayette.org

	*Mr. Aaron Skrbin* Assistant High School Principal Mr. Skrbin joined the South Fayette team in October of 2005. Prior to South Fayette, Mr. Skrbin served as assistant high school principal at Chartiers Valley High School for one year, spent two years as an assistant middle school principal at both Woodland Hills West and Woodland Hills East Jr. High Schools, and served as a high school social studies teacher and department chairperson at Woodland Hills High School for five years. Mr. Skrbin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Duquesne University and a Master's Degree in Public Management from Carnegie Mellon University. Phone Extension: 242 E-mail: askrbin@southfayette.org

*Mrs. Karen Labutta* Middle School Principal As Middle School Principal, Mrs. Labutta has been a member of the South Fayette team for the past 6 years. Prior to this position, she was a classroom teacher for 18 years, a principal for the Diocese of Pittsburgh for 6 years and an assistant principal for the West Jefferson Hills School District in the elementary and middle schools. Mrs. Labutta holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Duquesne University and a Master’s Degree and Principal’s Certification from the Duquesne University School of Education. Phone Extension: 236 E-mail: labutta@southfayette.org

*Mr. Pete Abdulovic* Middle School Assistant Principal Mr. Abdulovic has been a member of the South Fayette Team since 1974. He began his career at South Fayette as a 6th grade math teacher, but has also spent time teaching science, reading, social studies and robotics. Mr. Abdulovic was named Assistant principal in 2002, after several years as Dean of Students for 4th and 5th grades. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Slippery Rock University, and Master’s Degree from the University of Pittsburgh, as well as a reading specialist certificate and Elementary Principal’s Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh. Phone Extension: 700 E-mail: abdulovic@southfayette.org

	*Mrs. Denise Beverina Moore* Elementary School Principal Mrs. Beverina Moore has been with the District since 1991. She began her career with South Fayette as Director of Pupil Personnel Services/School Psychologist before taking the role of Elementary Principal. Prior to joining South Fayette, Mrs. Beverina Moore was an Elementary teacher and guidance counselor. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from California State College, a Master’s Degree from West Virginia University, an Elementary Principal Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh, a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in School Psychology from Duquesne University and is a National Certified School Psychologist. Phone Extension: 336 E-mail: moore@southfayette.org

	*Mrs. Laurie Gray* Elementary Assistant Principal Mrs. Gray has been with the District since 2001. She started her career at South Fayette as a third grade teacher and spent the last three years as a reading specialist. Prior to teaching in South Fayette, Mrs. Gray taught in Missouri, Altoona, and Johnstown. Mrs. Gray holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Iowa State University. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Reading and a Principal Certificate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Phone Extension: 612 E-mail: gray@southfayette.org

The mission of the South Fayette Township School District, as an integral part of the community, is to foster development and growth of each student's full academic, artistic and athletic potential by providing exemplary opportunities in a caring, safe, positive environment; to promote lifelong learning, and to cultivate ethical, responsible, contributing members in a global society.