In a surprise announcement today, Principal Sito Narcisse told students, faculty, staff and partners of the Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12, University Preparatory School that ninth grade student Aisha Hughes will be appointed to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl’s Youth Council. (more…)
On Thursday, April 23, Brashear High School Spanish 3 and Spanish-speaking ESL students hosted the delegates of the Bolivian Youth Symposium. The teens discussed a plethora of topics ranging from pollution and community violence to education and personal responsibility. (more…)
A school-wide assembly was held to kick off the event. Fifth grade student Bonita Blackwell welcomed all guest readers to the school and Principal Viola Burgess brought words of encouragement and gratitude. Each guest reader committed to 45 minutes of reading. (more…)
Katharine Jones’ business plan for a clothing-design company wins a national award from the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship in New York.
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April is Volunteer Recognition Month and Pittsburgh Schaeffer Primary will celebrate two special volunteers at its morning Whale Done! Assembly. After more than a combined 76 years with the Pittsburgh Public Schools, retired teachers Cecilia Schwartz and Eleanor Heasley volunteer their time at the school helping students.
» Read Governor Rendell’s Letter (more…)
Read more about the annual tradition in this South Pittsburgh Reporter article. (more…)
On Thursday, April 16, students from Pittsburgh Pioneer attended “Ability Pittsburgh” at the John Heinz History Center. “Ability Pittsburgh” is an event for local students with disabilities. Students are provided the opportunity to explore the Heinz History Center’s collections and exhibitions. (more…)