Manchester Elementary After School
2nd and 3rd grade students at Manchester Elementary share their thoughts, stories and poems about math and how it is fun to use in daily life. Students also shared their plan for Summer.
Making the Grade – Graduation Champions
In May 2012, we interviewed 23 high school students from various Pittsburgh Public Schools about graduation, and what it takes to succeed. These resulting features are a part of the Graduation Champions Campaign, an initiative of The Neighborhood Learning Alliance, which is founded in the belief that everyone can contribute to the success of our communities’ students; everyone can be a champion.
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 Fifth Grade Personal Narratives
In early 2012, students in 5th grade at Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 wrote and edited personal narratives in Ms. Hutson and Ms. Manifold’s writing classes. They then recorded excerpts of their work. Special thanks to Mrs. O’Malley for allowing this opportunity and to the student writers for working hard and sharing their stories.
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5: A Celebration of our Herb Garden
Students in 1st Grade at Phillips Elementary planted an herb garden in Spring 2011. A week later, they wrote and recorded reflections about their experience and the importance of herbs.
University Prep at Pittsburgh Milliones
This year SLB had the exciting experience of instructing a “Storytelling Through Technology” class at University Prep-Pittsburgh Milliones. Students gained experience with microphones, portable recording devices, and audio editing software. They also learned the art of the interview as well as how audio can be used as a tool to further their understanding of the world around them. During the year students used these acquired skills to interview their teachers and create professional radio pieces.