At YBMKQ’s after school program, students connect and a community hub is steadily growing
After school at YBMKQ, kids find a mix of fun, learning and mentorship. Details here.
KDKA report: What parents need to know about concussions among young children
Early treatment for concussions in young children can make a difference, this report finds.
Kids can enjoy the Fallingwater Gnome House Design Challenge
The Fallingwater Gnome challenge teaches kids about architecture — and about a local treasure. Details here.
3 ways the Pittsburgh CLO is making it easier for families to come downtown for a show
Pittsburgh CLO is offering childcare, rides downtown and more, making it easier than ever to enjoy shows as a family.
PNC Grow Up Great turns 20 and plans even more for Pittsburgh’s kids
PNC Grow Up Great is all grown up, with even more planned for local families.
Citizens Science Lab and YBMKQ bring STEAM education to Penn Hills
Five days a week, kids at YBMKQ will be diving deep into science learning.
Gwen’s Girls is growing, with powerful new programs and a new home in the works
Gwen’s Girls offers programs that empower girls, help with schoolwork and life skills, and create a place where they can be themselves.
18 under 18: These young people are creating change in Western Pennsylvania
From battling bullying to saving lives, these local young people are doing amazing things.
How the BridgeUP program is bringing new teachers to Pittsburgh-area schools
Photo by LexScope on Unsplash. A new program called BridgeUP is working to address the major teacher shortage in Western Pennsylvania by helping people already working in support roles in […]
Rube Goldberg exhibit at the Children’s Museum brings laughter and learning
The fun and silliness of life-sized Rube Goldberg machines are waiting for your family at the Children’s Museum.
UPMC data: When pregnant women get the flu vaccine, it helps protect their babies
The flu vaccine can help pregnant women and their babies. Check out the research from UPMC.
New state law helps Pittsburgh parents of newborns needing donor milk
Seeking donor milk in Pittsburgh for your baby? This new law can help.
Meet Pittsburgh-born child actor Kellan Tetlow, who is already making his mark on Hollywood
Kellan Tetlow is an elementary schooler — and a Hollywood actor.
The World of Work program is opening doors for students throughout our region
World of Work helps students discover their strengths and learn how they might flourish in the real world.
Local teens are watching open-heart surgery, and some are discovering their future career
For 15 years, this unique program has allowed thousands of teens to watch open-heart surgery.
Variety the Children’s Charity is bringing a life-changing resource to local families
Lives are changing thanks to Variety the Children’s Charity.
These local school districts are using $10 million to offer mental health support
Additional mental health support is coming via the SEEKS SES program.
Fewer teens are vaping, say the FDA and CDC. But here’s what you need to know
Details on teen vaping, including info on what the newest e-cigarettes look like.
Advice from Dr. G on talking to kids about the war in Israel
It’s not easy talking to kids about war. Local expert Dr. G. offers guidance.
‘TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition’ is now open at the Carnegie Science Center
See actual items from the wreckage of the Titanic at Carnegie Science Center. Details here.