The purpose of the Heritage Club is to recognize and appreciate the numerous nationalities and heritages among the students, faculty, staff, and administration of McKeesport Area High School. This organization strives to help promote awareness of celebrations of different cultures within the community through presentation of speakers, the arts, and events.

This club aims to educate participants with the cooperation of numerous resources throughout the region.

The goal is to provide students with the opportunities and skills to critically assess topics such as diversity, multiculturalism, and discrimination. By examiningg various cultures, the participants will acquire an appreciation for differences in the school, community, and the world.

By celebrating the beauty of diversity, the aim is to unite all shapes, sizes, ages, colors, abilities, and minds together to grow and work together.