Business View Civil Municipal - Sept 2023

HAZLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Hazleton Area School district’s geographical reach is expansive, covering approximately 256 square miles, and includes the city of Hazleton and several surrounding municipalities. The district’s commitment to education is reflected in the educational attainment levels of its population, with 83.8% being high school graduates and 15.2% being college graduates. At the helm of this vast educational landscape is Dr. Brian T. Uplinger, Superintendent of the Hazleton Area School District. A seasoned educator with 27 years of experience, Dr. Uplinger is a firm believer in the power of visibility and accessibility. “We serve roughly 13,000 students,” Dr. Uplinger begins, his voice filled with a sense of pride and responsibility. “I’m a very open, available, present superintendent,” Dr. Uplinger asserts, emphasizing his dedication to being a visible and accessible figure within the district. His approach, he believes, is a departure from