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Citizens Bank 12th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Expressions of Freedom Writing Contest Winners

Wednesday, December 19th, 2012

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and to celebrate Black History Month in February 2013, Citizens Bank has partnered with the New Pittsburgh Courier, KISS-FM, WPXI-TV and the Pittsburgh Public Schools to sponsor the Twelfth Annual Expressions of Freedom writing contest for all students in the Pittsburgh Public Schools.  This year students were asked to describe one of Dr. King’s character traits that inspires them and explain how they can apply that trait to their daily life.  (more…)

Check out Summer Programs at the Pittsburgh Children’s Museum, including Job Opportunities

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012

“Children’s Museum youth programs offer meaningful activities and experiences for kids 10-18 years old to help them discover their potential, develop their talents and abilities and explore their interests.”

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Father’s Day Comes Early for Pittsburgh Dads

Thursday, May 24th, 2012

Pittsburgh Public Schools Celebrate Take a Father to School Day

Board Member Mr. Mark Brentley Sr. visits PPS PreK classroom at the Pittsburgh Children's Museum

PITTSBURGH, May 17, 2012 –Hundreds of fathers across     Pittsburgh took their children to school today.  Instead of dropping them off and waving goodbye, they headed inside the buildings.  Fathers, grandfathers, uncles and other adult males who have made an impact in the life of a Pittsburgh Public Schools student participated in various activities, such as field day, story time, arts and crafts and career talks. (more…)

Linda Lane: Keep the main thing the main thing

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Pop City

May 16, 2012

Superintendent Lane Teacher Appreciation Message

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Please see a special message from Superindent Linda S. Lane for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 7- 11th)

Efficiencies Gained Through New Transportation Delivery Model to Save District $1.2 Million

Monday, April 9th, 2012

New 3 Tier Routing System Adjust Start and End Times of Schools  To Allow for More Efficient Bus Scheduling

PITTSBURGH, April 9, 2012 – As part of Phase 3 of its work to build a sustainable public school system, the District presented strategies that adjust the way students are transported to and from school.  Presented at this evening’s Board Committee Meeting, the three transportation changes – implementation of a 3 Tier Routing System, increase use of yellow buses, and the alignment of the start and end times of the District Accelerated Learning Academies (ALAs) – stand to save the District approximately $1.2 million annually.   (more…)

Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 PTO recognized as a top parent group in the nation

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

Pop City

October 19, 2011

Schwartz Living Market, Phillips Elementary and Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation Collaborate!

Sunday, March 25th, 2012

1317 East Carson

March 23, 2012

Deadline April 1, 2012: Essay Contest Asks Local Youth To Dream Big and Win!

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

The Three Rivers Workforce Investment Board (TRWIB) and the Allegheny Intermediate Unit are challenging local youth to dream big through the “Imagine! Your Future Competition.” Open to students of all school districts in the County, the essay contest is being held in conjunction with the TRWIB’s 6th annual Imagine! Career Week, April 26-May 4, 2012.   (more…)

Board Appoints Principal for New K-8 West End School

Thursday, February 23rd, 2012

February 22, 2012 -  To ensure a smooth transition and strong start for the 2012-13 school year, the Board appointed leadership for the District’s new K-8 West End school, effective July 2012.  Rodney Necciai has been appointed Principal of the new school scheduled to open at the start of the 2012-13 school year in Langley facility. (more…)