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Pittsburgh Banksville PreK-5 kicks off 2010-11 school year with “Lights, Camera, Learning in Action”

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Pittsburgh Banksville PreK-5 kicked off the new school year on September 1, 2010 with their “Lights, Camera, Learning in Action Premier Back to School Event.”  Over 100 families attended giving the Banksville Staff the opportunity to meet, greet, and serve Pittsburgh Banksville families while giving back to the local community in an innovative way. (more…)

Free Clinic for School Vaccinations needed in the Fall

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Get shots for next school year out of the way and enjoy the Summer! Immunize now and become eligible for a buy-one-get-one pass for County Pools this Summer.

The Allegheny County Health Department is holding a special free vaccination clinic on Tuesday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., for children who need to get caught up with the vaccines that will be required when they return to school in the fall.

The clinic, to be held at the Health Department’s office at 3441 Forbes Avenue in Oakland, will provide free parking after 4:30 p.m. in the lot behind 3333 Forbes Avenue. No appointment is necessary and parents should bring their child’s vaccination records to the clinic. (more…)

Marathon Relay Team exceeds initial fundraising target for Pittsburgh Promise, rallies for new donation goal

Wednesday, April 28th, 2010

There’s less than one week to go until the Pittsburgh Marathon and the Pittsburgh Promise runners have been training hard for the big day.  Thanks so much to all of you who have supported the Promise by making a contribution on our team website!  If you would like to make a contribution, you can still do so at http://www.firstgiving.com/ppsThe team has exceeded the initial goal of $2,500 and is now aiming for $5,000.  UPMC will match $1.00 for every $1.50 that is contributed to The Pittsburgh Promise. (more…)

Hines Ward Speaks To Students At Pittsburgh Banksville

Monday, April 12th, 2010

» KDKA – Video: Ward Speaks To Students At Banksville Elementary
» WTAE: Hines Ward’s Breakfast Rally With Pittsburgh Kids

Take a Closer Look at the Friends of Art Collection – Sunday April 25, 2010

Monday, April 12th, 2010

The Friends of Art Collection has been incorporated into all PPS schools over the last 100 years- come join us for a closer look at this fine collection of artwork. This Open House is available to everyone.

Open House & Reception: Meet the Artists and Art Ambassadors
Sunday, April 25, 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Pittsburgh Gifted Center
1400 Crucible Street, Pittsburgh, 15205

Vote for Dancing Classrooms as part of the Pepsi Refresh Project

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Help Mercy Behavioral Health win $25,000 to help bring Dancing Classrooms into Pittsburgh Public Schools classrooms this fall by voting for their idea as a part of the Pepsi Refresh Project at http://www.refresheverything.com/dancingclassroomspittsburgh. (more…)

South Region Public Input Meeting Continues the District’s “Building Excellence” Facilities Planning Process

Friday, March 26th, 2010

WHAT: Pittsburgh Public Schools will hold a South Region Community Input Meeting as part of the District’s “Building Excellence” facilities planning process.
This meeting continues the District’s efforts to offer multiple opportunities for community input across all regions of the City. The Brookline Area Community Council will host the input meeting as a part of its regular monthly meeting. (more…)

Youth Creating Change – Voices of Youth competition launched! Submit your idea today

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

The three winning entries will each receive up to $15,000 in grant funding to turn their ideas into action and help make a change in Pittsburgh.
Visit the Pittsburgh Voices of Change website to learn more

Schools recognized for achievement

Monday, November 23rd, 2009

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pittsburgh schools like enrollment trend

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009