Principal
Mrs. Paula Giran
724-443-1541
pgiran@pinerichland.org
Mrs. Giran became Hance Elementary's principal in the summer of 2023. Prior to that, she spent five years as one of the assistant principals at Eden Hall Upper Elementary. She also served as the principal of Pine-Richland Virtual Academy (PRVA). Additionally, she was the district administrative lead for the gifted and social studies departments and a member of the district RAMS Way Team.
Prior to joining PR, Mrs. Giran worked in the Norwin School District as a fifth and sixth-grade gifted education coordinator, fifth-grade math and science teacher, and a fourth-grade teacher.
Mrs. Giran earned a Bachelor of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences from Seton Hill College with certifications in Early Childhood and Elementary Education and Business, Computers & Informational Technology; a Master of Education in STEM Education from the California University of Pennsylvania. In addition, she earned her principal certification from Point Park University.
As a reminder, each year on the third Monday of January, we observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day and reflect on how we can continue improving our school culture to ensure that everyone feels safe and their voices are valued within our schools. As a school, one of our building goals is related to building a positive culture. We work together to promote kindness and inclusion.
As we wrap up the first semester, it’s incredible to reflect on all we’ve accomplished so far this year. There is so much to celebrate from the first half of the school year, and we’re equally excited about the goals we’ve set for the months ahead.
Welcome back! We have many fun events coming up in the near future including our biggest schoolwide fundraiser, the Glow Run! Be sure to keep an eye on your email and our Hance PTO Facebook page for more updates. In case you missed our Hance holiday video, please enjoy!