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KDKA survey looks at the social, emotional and academic impact of remote learning
“It’s just been really hard. I’m just ready to go back to normal.”
PNC Foundation partners with ‘Sesame Street’ to teach kids about racial justice
Kids notice differences in race as young as 6 months, and they start to form judgments based on race by the age of 3.
Kidsburgh Hero: 11-year-old wins President’s Volunteer Service Award
“We were very surprised and happy, too, for him to really realize the value and the benefits of helping each other.”
AIU’s ‘joyful grants’ help teachers fund projects to keep kids motivated
More than 90 local teachers received “joyful grants” from the Allegheny Intermediate Unit this year to start projects to help kids succeed during this challenging school year. Abbey Nilson wanted […]
As more parents are vaccinated, what activities are safe for kids?
Many parents are vaccinated, but their kids are not, and this is leading to lots of questions about what’s safe. KDKA’s Kristine Sorensen talked with Dr. John Williams, head of […]
Family-friendly events going on around Pittsburgh in the month of May
Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr shares family-friendly Remake Learning Days events in Pittsburgh during the month of May with Heather Abraham and David Highfield on Pittsburgh Today Live! Check out the […]
Fred Rogers Productions creates ‘Donkey Hodie,’ an ode to ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’
Fred Rogers Productions, headquartered in Pittsburgh, has developed a new show based on one of the Mister Rogers characters, “Donkey Hodie,” to debut May 3 on PBS Kids. Fred Rogers […]
Dr. G: 6 questions to ask about summer camp safety
Many kids are head over heels for summer camp and our camps are bending over backward to make it safe for kids this summer.
Pirates Looking For All-Star Teachers
The nomination process is open now on the Pirates’ website though April 9. Teachers from Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland counties are eligible, as well as […]
The 50-year legend behind Pittsburgh’s own Mr. Yuk
Fifty years ago, a local doctor created the Poison Control Center and the Mr. Yuk symbol. When Dr. Richard Moriarty was a resident at UPMC Children’s Hospital, he realized the […]
Pittsburgh authors share lessons from Mister Rogers in new book
“All across the Pittsburgh region, we have people who are essentially applying the Fred method.”
Pittsburgh families find silver linings to a full year of social distancing
“I tend to like the intimacy that we tend to have right now.”
Nominate your teacher to the Pittsburgh Pirates All Stars
Teachers have had some of the most difficult jobs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates in partnership with the Grable Foundation want to recognize teachers. Pirates President Travis Williams says, “As a […]
Love your principal? Nominate now for Pittsburgh Penguins MVP
The Most Valuable Principal program will honor 15 principals from schools in Allegheny County.
Mars High School finds a way to produce ‘Mamma Mia,’ despite pandemic
“I’ve never in 17 years seen as much joy and happiness and tears.”
Pittsburgh high school students mentor and tutor younger kids
During the pandemic, tutoring is needed more than ever.
Check out these family-friendly February events
Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr shares the best family-friendly events this month.
Mt. Lebanon students assemble personal care kits for local families in need
Global Links’ goal is to collect 21,000 kits by the end of 2021.
Inauguration of Vice President Kamala Harris holds significant meaning for Pittsburgh girls
“It’s not just about feeling represented. It’s about being represented.”
MCG Youth & Arts’ free classes give kids creative outlet during the pandemic
Kids need the arts, creative expression and personal connection more than ever.