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Kidsburgh Hero: Pancho Timmons of PA Youth Initiative, champion of kids with disabilities
“None of our events work without companies talking to our kids about real-world issues.”
Sponsored Content Shady Side Academy Middle School: Because ‘how’ matters
Shady Side Academy believes that how you educate children is as important as what they learn.
Kids rule in JA BizTown, where they learn the art of adulting
“JA BizTown is truly a dress rehearsal for life.”
How do you make global friends and change your worldview? Just ask this Pittsburgh high school senior.
Before I left for China, I learned five simple phrases in Mandarin – not knowing the great impact they would soon have on my life.
How do CEOs learn about workforce issues? They go back to high school.
“CEO in the Classroom is a solid first step toward better engagement with educators to develop solutions to the workforce challenges our region is facing.”
Find a social justice approach to education at City of Bridges High School
The new school will combine state-mandated academics with project-based learning in the community.
Seeds of Change conference showcases kid-inspired ideas on sustainability
“It’s about a way of thinking, a way of considering human health, considering happiness, considering equity and justice in every decision that we make.”
Kidcast explores kindergarten options for Pittsburgh kids
Now is the time to register for kindergarten, but in the City of Pittsburgh, there are lots of options.
Love your teachers? Nominate them to the Pittsburgh Pirates All Stars team!
“Recognizing outstanding teachers establishes a culture that rewards excellence in teaching and validates the work of the teacher.”
10 ways kids can celebrate Martin Luther King Day in Pittsburgh
Organizations around town are planning lots of special events for families to honor the work and legacy of the champion of civil rights.
Pittsburgh named first city in North America to be the site of HundrED Spotlight’s global campaign
It’s incredibly affirming for those in the local learning landscape to appreciate and understand what high quality work we’re doing collectively.
5 Pittsburgh school districts where kids learn real-world entrepreneurial skills
“Students are learning that they can take an idea and actually turn it into reality if they put forth the effort.”