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Chevron fuels STEM education with $900k in grants for Project Lead the Way

Chevron and Project The Lead The Way join forces to bring science, technology, engineering and math programs to local schools.

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Memorial bike rack at Pittsburgh Montessori honors Andrew Fisher

Pittsburgh Montessori School students add a bike-rack-slash-work-of-art to their campus while spreading the message to bike safe.

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5 family-friendly tips for frank discussions on positive racial identity

From self-reflection to reading helpful books on the topic together, early childhood experts share the best ways for parents to introduce positive discussions about race at home.

The top 5 close-to-home spots for exploring the great outdoors

Parents who’ve ventured into the woods with kids in tow and returned in one piece share the secrets behind successful camping trips with children.

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In the news: Grable Foundation’s Behr shares Remake Learning at Lego conference in Denmark

Forbes.com interviews Grable Foundation Executive Director Gregg Behr about education, community and local efforts to remake learning.

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Stand Together helps students talk openly about mental health

Stand Together engages local youth in overcoming mental health stigmas through training and service learning experiences.

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Avonworth schools dedicated to the maker promise

Maker spaces at each of Avonworth School District’s buildings encourage innovation and creativity.

In the News: $25 million pledged to innovative education in Pittsburgh

The Remake Learning Network will pave the way for cutting-edge education programs, thanks to $25 million in funding announced yesterday.

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Community Day student on holocaust survivor Moshe Baran’s visit

In her own words, Community Day School student Maya Groff shares her experience meeting Holocaust survivor Moshe Baran.

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8 easy ways for kids to swim safe this summer

The numbers are disturbing: Every day in the United States, an average of two children drown.  The CDC reports that drowning is the second most common cause of injury-related death […]

How to get the most out of the EQT Children’s Theater Festival this year

From puppets made out of body parts to dancers performing as silent grazing sheep to air sculptures and crowd-pleasing comedy, this year’s EQT Children’s Theater Festival has something for every age and interest.

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The best family-friendly movie events in Pittsburgh

The Kidsburgh guide to top picks for kid-friendly movie experiences in Pittsburgh, from the Hollywood Theater to Row House Cinema.

Global Links

21-and-over Beers for Babes fundraiser supports maternal, newborn health in Nicaragua

At the adults-only event, attendees will pack bags of newborn supplies for Nicaraguans and donate goods for local family-centered organizations.

Remake Learning

Great events to explore during Remake Learning Days

Remake Learning Days will feature over 250 events, most of them free or low-cost, from May 9th through May 15th.

City’s new lactation rooms part of Gilman’s vision for a family-friendly Pittsburgh

Dedicated spaces open to nursing mothers serving jury duty or working in Downtown buildings.