North Hills Hires New Director of Athletics and Activities

The following information was provided by North Hills School District Communications Coordinator Amanda Hartle.

The North Hills School District has hired Dr. Kevin Deitrick as the district’s new Director of Athletics and Activities. 

Deitrick has served as assistant director for student services in the Duquesne University athletic department where he was responsible for overseeing various Division I teams including basketball, football, baseball, tennis and golf. He also teaches history courses as an adjunct professor in the university’s liberal arts department.

Prior to his collegiate experience, Dr. Deitrick was a building administrator in North Allegheny School District, where he served on the professional education committee, and an assistant principal, assistant athletic director and high school history teacher at Upper St. Clair School District. He served as the school’s assistant varsity boy’s basketball coach, and coached various summer basketball camps in numerous school districts and the University of Pittsburgh.

“Dr. Deitrick brings a wealth of athletic and academic experience and knowledge to his new position, and I am extremely pleased to welcome him to North Hills School District," said Dr. Patrick J. Mannarino, North Hills superintendent. "Dr. Deitrick embodies a unique combination of skills and talents required to be a success in this significant, community-focused position.” 

Deitrick holds a doctorate in educational instructional leadership and master’s degree in history from Duquesne University. He received bachelor’s degrees in history and education from Washington and Jefferson College. He also holds K-12 principal and social studies secondary education certifications.

He is an active member of the National Academic Advising Association and the National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics where he serves on the learning support and research committees.

Deitrick replaces Dan Cardone, who retired after more than 20 years as North Hills’ Director of Athletics and Activities on June 30. 

He will assume his duties on July 25, and his salary will be $80,000. Deitrick resides in Scott Township.

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