Topics in Learning
Pittsburgh’s MuseumLab showcased as a finalist in SXSW’s Learn by Design competition
Learn by Design elevates groundbreaking design of physical learning spaces and how it impacts learning outcomes.
This is why Joe Welch of North Hills Middle School is PA’s Teacher of the Year
“Everybody comes with their own story. How often do you get that situation where somebody doesn’t need help to be made into something better?”
What makes kids successful? The Pittsburgh Study hopes to find out by following 25,000 kids over 20 years
The longitudinal study is a major undertaking that aims to identify opportunities and assets that lead to positive change for youth.
Takeaways from the HundrED Innovation Summit and Spotlight on Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s reputation as a hub for education vision continues to grow.
Pilot program hopes to reduce racial achievement gap in Pittsburgh Public Schools’ kindergarteners
Educators are realizing the value of play and of the simple messages of Mister Rogers.
New baby? Don’t miss out on this $100 Keystone Scholars savings account
“Families look at their new baby and see endless opportunities. Now, they will feel the support of the whole commonwealth behind them.”
9 questions with Gregg Behr on the magnitude of Remake Learning and other big ideas
Increasingly, the nation and the world are looking to this corner of the world to see how we might remake learning for what’s next.
Common Sense Media: 5 bilingual TV shows for preschoolers
If you want your kids to speak both English and Spanish, these TV shows can support your efforts.
Pixar teams with Pittsburgh Children’s Museum on cool ‘Inside Out’ exhibit
“Our goal is to inspire visitors to understand more about their own imagination, memories, and emotions through the characters and world of our film.”
9 behind-the-scenes Pittsburgh tours your kids will love
Love exploring Pittsburgh? Then you — and your kids — will enjoy these educational and fascinating behind-the-scenes tours.
$800,000 in Pittsburgh education grants revealed at celebratED
“Pittsburgh is one of the places we point to as being on the leading edge of education innovation.”
It’s not all fun and games! Play is an important part of a child’s development
“Play is really the most natural way that children learn.”
Pittsburgh teachers and education innovations take center stage at CelebratED
“There’s been so much innovation in birth through 12-grade education in the region, we thought, why not have something like the Academy Awards for teachers?”
What’s new in Pittsburgh school districts this year? Check it out here.
New programming, new initiatives and brand spanking new buildings add up to an exciting school year.
Research supports Pittsburgh parents’ call for later high school start times and improved scholastic performance
“There’s been a lot of resistance from a lot of school districts to even considering it.”
3 new sensory-friendly programs for Pittsburgh kids
These Pittsburgh venues are introducing new groundbreaking sensory-friendly initiatives.
9 spots where Pittsburgh kids can take a journey back in time
The region is filled with historic sites and museums that bring humdrum textbooks to life and make learning fun.
This Pittsburgh summer guide packs the 2019 season with family fun
The boredom level for kids is at a seasonal low with cool programming, outdoor activities and festivals.
Worried about summer slide? Here’s how to keep Pittsburgh kids active and sharp all season long!
It is critical for kids of all ages to stay actively engaged in learning in order to avoid summer slide
12 Pittsburgh innovations that “broke the mold” will be presented at Finland education summit
Pittsburgh has become a hub for education vision. That reputation will continue to grow as word spreads globally.