About
Rooted In Tradition. Focused On Students. Connected To Community.
Foster Elementary has proudly served Mt. Lebanon students since 1941, growing alongside the community while staying grounded in a simple motto: We are kind, courteous, and respectful.
Hoover At A Glance
- Opened in 1965 as Mt. Lebanon’s seventh elementary school.
- Today, the school serves about 285 students in grades K–5.
- Expanded in 1969 to add 12 additional classrooms.
- Fully renovated in 2004 to support modern teaching and learning.
- A beloved fish pond linking the school's two buildings has been preserved through renovations and remains a cherished landmark of campus life
A School Built To Support A Growing Community
- Hoover Elementary School opened in 1965 during a time of rapid growth in Mt. Lebanon, designed to serve a developing community and a growing student population.
- Built on 7.9 acres of the former Wagner farm, Hoover Elementary was one of the few schools in the region created specifically for team teaching and flexible learning, reflecting a forward-thinking approach to education.
- Four years after opening, a building addition expanded the program to accommodate intermediate grades, growing alongside the community it serves. A full renovation in 2004 modernized the building while preserving unique features such as its central pond.
Named For A President
- Hoover Elementary honors the 31st President of the United States, Herbert Clark Hoover. The name was chosen by the Mt. Lebanon School Board at its meeting on November 4, 1964.
Continuing the Story
- For more than six decades, Hoover Elementary has continued to reflect its innovative roots, offering a supportive, engaging environment where students learn, collaborate, and grow together.