Dr. Aisha White of the P.R.I.D.E. Program on talking to kids about racism
Posted on: June 11, 2020Let them know that this country does not always treat everybody fairly. Kids understand what fairness is.
With ‘Songs for Seniors,’ Baldwin High School kids lift the spirits of senior citizens
Posted on: May 27, 2020With nursing homes closed to visitors, these kids found a way to make a difference.
Summer plans falling apart? Dr. G says it’s time to get creative
Posted on: May 22, 2020"Ask your kids to become your program directors.”
Some Pittsburgh summer camps are going virtual during coronavirus pandemic
Posted on: May 13, 2020“We are all trying to stay flexible. We’re keeping our eyes open. We have B plans and C plans."
Remake Learning Days challenges kids to share lessons learned during the pandemic
Posted on: May 11, 2020"I learned that I really like the creative side of me.”
Variety charity gives voice to Pittsburgh kids through specially programmed iPads
Posted on: May 07, 2020“It’s crazy to think that this little iPad, this communication device, can make such a big change.”
Experts say child abuse numbers are likely to be higher during coronavirus outbreak
Posted on: April 24, 2020The child welfare system is very much operational at this point in time.
How to be resilient during times that try your family’s mental health
Posted on: April 15, 2020Have you found yourself pushed to your limit, losing patience? Or do you find your kids are acting in ways they don’t normally behave?
‘Big League Fun’ baseball exhibit hits a home run with Pittsburgh kids
Posted on: March 12, 2020"Baseball and family are pretty much synonymous."
After-school JAM Club promotes entrepreneurship and giving back
Posted on: February 27, 2020There are now 20 JAM Clubs across Pennsylvania and four in other states.
New PA law requires kids to learn CPR before high school graduation
Posted on: February 13, 2020The American Heart Association hopes kids will go home and teach their parents and grandparents as well.
JA BizTown teaches kids to conquer the business world
Posted on: January 30, 2020Kids get to practice the skills they're learning in a simulated business world at JA BizTown.
Moms find help for postpartum depression through NEST
Posted on: January 24, 2020"Early detection is often the key to success."
State program gives each child born in PA $100 towards college
Posted on: January 16, 2020The hope is that families will start their own college savings account.
Here’s why a vision test is so important for your kids
Posted on: January 06, 2020Vision problems are the No. 1 one cause of disability in children.