Come see what we’re doing: New Castle Area School District sparks joyful learning for students and teachers alike

At New Castle Area, you’ll find highly engaged kids learning not only science and math, but also the life skills that tomorrow’s careers demand.

Creature comforts: With help from animals, students’ skills grow at California Area — and confidence does, too

At California Area, students of all ages are learning math, science and reading while connecting to animals, teachers and one another.

‘We are the common ground’: How New Brighton School District serves as a powerful community connector

New Brighton’s event was more than a magical night. It was a foundation for an entire philosophy of engagement. 

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In excavating their community’s past, Brownsville Area high school students find their futures

Brownsville Area found a way to build a unique link to its past while teaching in the present.

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From tough situations, finding grace – and paths forward — at Carlynton

Good things are happening at Carlynton, with progress rooted in solid training and support for true mental wellbeing.

Lighting the way: How the Fox Chapel Area School District prepares tomorrow’s early learners

Fox Chapel Area is doing for its learners what Fred Rogers did for viewers: helping them feel comfortable and build relationships.

What else can learners do? Pushing boundaries and building trust in the Beaver Area School District

Beaver Area’s STAP program may be a first among American school districts.

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The power of 3: Allegheny Valley School District’s calming spaces help rejuvenate everyone 

At Allegheny Valley, the pandemic reinforced the idea that a dedicated space for social-emotional wellbeing and learning was a necessity. 

At Deer Lakes, ‘reimagining high school’ means learning from the community — and from other schools, too

Deer Lakes plans to continue innovating — refining their mix of classes and creating the best possible Portrait of a Graduate.

Outer space? Hockey? At Keystone Oaks, what matters most to students helps create an education that sticks

Keystone Oaks uses learner profiles and much more to truly embrace personalized learning.

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‘I Almost Can’t Believe It’: Defying expectations and proving what’s possible in the Duquesne City School District 

Duquesne City, once written off as a casualty of the steel industry, is now a case study in education innovation. 

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Indulging joy and radiating excellence in the South Fayette Township School District

Joy and mental wellbeing are priorities at South Fayette School District.

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The Seneca Valley School District: Proving what’s possible within the walls of a school 

The remarkable Ehrman Crest building reflects Seneca Valley’s future-driven approach.

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CLP’s Summer Reading Program is here! We’ve got the details.

Summer reading season is here!

Learning Heroes shares 4 tips for parents whose children learn differently

One in five students struggle with learning and attention issues. These tips can help parents navigate.

At Highlands, it’s never too early to think about what you might want to be

The goal at Highlands: to help students of all ages prepare for careers that bring them stability, satisfaction and a path toward success. 

‘More accepted, more empowered and more valued’: Avonworth creates classrooms for all

The goal at Avonworth? Making classrooms a place to discover, develop, and assert one’s unique self.

‘We’re not willing to sit back and settle’: Building community and breaking barriers at Baldwin-Whitehall

Baldwin-Whitehall is reimagining everything from high school schedules to career readiness in kindergarten and much more.

At Jefferson-Morgan, schools and the community connect — and students reap the benefits

At Jefferson-Morgan, the career conversation begins long before senior year.

Giving every student the right pair of cleats: Equity and excellence in the Crawford Central School District

At Crawford Central, it’s all about removing barriers to students’ and families’ success.