10 great summer camps for kids who love nature and science
Help vets at the Zoo on their daily rounds. Be History Detective. Explore the science of “Star Wars.” Kidsburgh highlights Pittsburgh summer camps that explore nature, science, and technology.
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Research shows that the first few years of life play a critical role in children’s health and wellbeing. Whether you’re an expecting parent, new parent or someone who cares for […]
Pittsburgh students and teachers find ways to cope in Trump era
Pittsburgh social studies teachers are finding ways to navigate current events under the new and controversial president, teaching students to be critical and understanding of all sides.
High School Training for Emergency Services Careers
Pittsburgh Public School District’s “Emergency Response Technology” program trains high school students to be police officers, firefighters and EMT’s, or emergency medical technicians.
Parenting with humor: How to survive criticism and self-doubt
Having a child with adorable friends means running the gauntlet of birthday parties, play dates, and soccer games, which means forced interactions with other parents.
Fabulous February’s 10 best events for kids in Pittsburgh
Go whimsical with Disney on Ice and Pittsburgh Ballet’s “Alice in Wonderland.” Or go magical with a Harry Potter festival. February is packed!
Kidsburgh: PBS Launches Channel For Kids
Fred Rogers made Pittsburgh a center for children’s television programming and his legacy continues with new shows being created here. Now, PBS has launched a channel for kids, with programming just for younger children.
10 cool places for Pittsburgh kids to get artsy
Creative minds and nimble fingers have plenty of outlets in Pittsburgh. Try these 10 places to get artsy with your kids.
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 fun places for hands-on learning in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh kids from tots to teens have loads of exciting opportunities for great adventures combined with hands-on learning.
New to Pittsburgh? Here’s what parents need to know
Welcome to Pittsburgh! I stood in your place a year ago when I put my skillset to work figuring out our brand new city. To help make the transition easier for other parents new to Pittsburgh, here’s a beginners guide.
Top 10 family adventures in January in Pittsburgh
From butterflies to model trains to ice skating, these fun events will help your family kick off the new year.
Top 5 family-friendly breweries in Pittsburgh
Many Pittsburgh breweries welcome kids with family-friendly entertainment and accommodations such as changing tables, games and high chairs. We say cheers to that!
3 Pittsburgh entrepreneurs and a Pittsburgh company making life easier for local parents
Meet three local entrepreneurs — and one innovative tech company — showing Pittsburgh just what moms are made of.
Despite challenges, Westinghouse student says, ‘We will show them’
The achievement gap between black and white students in Pittsburgh Public Schools remains. What are students and district leadership going to do about it?
These 10 Pittsburgh PokeStops will make your kids smarter
A treasure trove of Pittsburgh PokeStops illustrate the city’s vibrant and family-friendly cultural heritage.
Success stories dominate 100-year history of The Ellis School
The Centennial Gala on Oct. 15 will showcase some of the Ellis School’s shining success stories.
Local teachers, CMU’s Create Lab bring data and technical fluency into classrooms
Local students and teachers are getting involved in the big data movement through the new Fluency project that encourages inquiry, narrative and advocacy in the classroom, combining large datasets with conventional storytelling.
Whole Kids Foundation grows healthy students and schools with grant program
The philanthropic efforts of Whole Foods Market have benefited local students through garden supplies and salad bars at Pittsburgh-area schools.
10 Pittsburgh fall activities for family fun
The crisp, cool days of autumn are right around the corner, bringing nostalgic trolley trips, crime-solving chemistry, and plenty of pumpkins to pick. Check it all out here!