Trout in the Classroom engages Pittsburgh kids with cool aquaponics project
“It’s not just about fish. It’s about us, too.”
Pittsburgh STEM teachers pair with STEM professionals in new ASSET program
“Teachers become the facilitators of student-driven, authentic, real-world scenarios.”
Pittsburgh kids have a field day at United Way’s first Games for Good
“You don’t need to go to a gym or a court. You can have fun in your neighborhood or backyard.”
Play hard, kids! This ‘Tough Art’ exhibit can take it
“Our visitors expect to be able to interact with everything in our museum. The ‘Tough Art’ residency works with artists to make their artwork tough enough to withstand the wear and tear.”
7 grief support programs for Pittsburgh families
“While no one can take away anyone else’s grief, or walk their journeys for them, no one needs to walk the road of grief alone.”
5 questions for Pittsburgh mom Jennifer Ehehalt of Common Sense Media
The minute a device goes into the hands of a student, the classroom becomes a computer lab, allowing students access to information beyond their school building.
11 Pittsburgh playgrounds that kids—and parents—love
“Play is really the work of childhood.”
Pittsburgh kids set out to change the world through video game designs
“The students learned a lot about programming and game design, but even more than that, I think they learned a lot about the kind of collaboration and group effort required to complete a complex task.”
Your guide to mentoring in Pittsburgh
Want to make a difference in a child’s life? Use this handy mentoring guide to find the best program for your schedule and interests.
10 cool toy (and fun) stores in Pittsburgh for the best holiday shopping
To help you navigate your toy shopping this holiday season, Kidsburgh released a list of some local toy stores to KDKA’s Kristine Sorensen.
8 ways Pittsburgh family volunteers can give back during the holidays
Pittsburgh offers many opportunities for family volunteers. “We love being able to see kids help kids and see the impact it makes,” says Martina Caruso of Beverly’s Birthdays.
Everyday Mentoring offers simple ways to help kids every day
The Everyday Mentoring program has introduced a Weekly Tips email to share advice for parents and educators.
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.
11 music programs helping Pittsburgh youth break into the biz
Whether your kid is a budding performer, audio engineer, conductor or show promoter, Pittsburgh offers countless musical opportunities to explore and develop technical and creative talents.
Pittsburgh welcomes young leaders for city’s first CISV Mini-Camp
From May 27th to 30th, Pittsburgh will host youth leaders from around the country through the CISV National Mini-Camp, focusing on the theme of sustainable development.
5 questions for Cara Ciminillo of PAEYC
Newly minted as the executive director of the Pittsburgh Association for the Education of Young Children, Cara Ciminillo gives us the scoop on Pittsburgh’s best play-based learning resources.
Hampton teens launch tech startup Smile Stand, bringing hands-free device to market
Local tech startup introduces its first product, Smile Stand, a hands-free device that makes watching videos easier and more convenient.
New “412 Youth Zone” offers a central hub for homeless and foster youth
By the end of this month, Pittsburgh will have a central place for homeless and youth aging out of foster care to go that addresses their needs: the newly named 412 Youth Zone.
Community Sourced Mixtape Project lets traumatized kids express themselves
The Community Sourced Mixtape Project gives teens and tweens at the Women’s Center & Shelter a creative outlet to express themselves.
10 family-friendly farm adventures this fall in Pittsburgh
Celebrate one of the prettiest times of year at these 10 local farms.