Meet Our Principal

Dr. Tyler Roberto

Principal, Propel McKeesport

Hometown: Ellwood City, PA     Years with Propel:2

Dr. Roberto earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education, specifically K-6, with certification in Middle School Language Arts at Geneva College. She began her career in education in 2006 as an elementary teacher in the Ellwood City Area School District and then moved to Cleveland, Ohio where she taught 8th grade English Language Arts and third grade.  After earning her Masters of Arts in Education, she served as a Principal for six years and went back to school to earn her Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Management from Capella University.

After 8 years in Cleveland, she returned home to Pittsburgh and joined Propel’s team as an Instructional Coach at McKeesport.  Dr. Roberto is excited to work with the staff, students, and families to bring her passion for education to the school.

Her primary goal for the 2017-2018 school year is to strengthen the adult learning community in the building, improve communication with families and staff and ensure that all student learners grow academically.

I am #PropelProud because….I believe Propel is doing exactly what is needed to positively impact and help students to grow in urban communities

Meet Our Assistant Principal

Brandon Whitfield

Assistant Principal, Propel McKeesport

Hometown: Scott Township, PA   Years with Propel: 4

Mr. Whitfield has been with Propel Northside for the past four years. He taught 5th grade math for three years and then became the New Teacher Induction Leader and Expanded Impact Teacher. He has a B.A. in Communication, Elementary Education and Special Education along with a Masters Degree in Inclusive Education. Mr. Whitfield attended Seton Hill University.

His primary goal for the 2017-2018 school year is to motivate staff and students to reach our high expectations and continue to improve Propel McKeesport.

I am #PropelProud because….of the fabulous teachers, students and staff that I have the opportunity to work with each and every day.