Finding the kids most vulnerable for school trouble
A little knowledge is going a long way to help Pittsburgh Public Schools and other local districts pinpoint kids who are most vulnerable to falling behind or dropping out of […]
Students all over Pittsburgh design mobile apps at Winchester Thurston’s App Lab
Mobile App Lab, Winchester Thurston‘s after-school app-designing class, has now expanded to allow high-school students from any school in the area to participate. The program began in 2010 at the […]
Groundbreaking videogame from Schell and Yale teaches teens risks of HIV
Schell Games, teaming with Yale University, has created a game that aims to teach at-risk teens about smart decision-making and wise behavior to reduce their chances of getting AIDS. The […]
Sarah Heinz House hosts Community Day
Sarah Heinz House hosts community day Learn more about after-school offerings Are all the after-school offerings at the Sarah Heinz House still unknown to a large part of Pittsburgh? Janice […]
Living the life of a Pittsburgh child is one Wonderaddo day after another
Want to travel the world with your family on a small budget? Wonderaddo is a new website that highlights global opportunities and activities for children right in our own backyard. […]
Teacher feedback helps kids succeed in school
Teacher evaluations have always been crucial for Pittsburgh Public Schools, but now they will actually be useful, says a new report by A+ Schools. Amy Scott, director of research and data […]
Pittsburgh is Kidsburgh Video Featuring Gregg Behr
Not only is Pittsburgh America’s most livable city, Pittsburgh is the real-life “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” and strives to be one of the best places on the planet to be a […]