March 15, 2013

Pittsburgh Allegheny 5th Graders: My Hopes for Spring

On March 15th, 2013–with Spring just around the corner–5th graders attending the Pittsburgh Allegheny Radio Club were asked what they hoped for during this new season of rebirth. From exciting family vacations to the savoring of nature’s beauty, Spring looks to be warmly received at A.T.A.

March 11, 2013

Clairton CASTLE: One Safe Space

We asked elementary and middle school students in Clairton’s CASTLE program about one safe space, one caring adult or one opportunity for advancement. After a discussion about how each of these contributes to success, students wrote and recorded their thoughts.

March 8, 2013

Pittsburgh Allegheny 5th Graders: A Time I Achieved Something

On March 8th, 2013, 5th graders at Pittsburgh Allegheny attended the Radio Club for the third time; and this time they were asked what they thought some of their best personal accomplishments were. As it turns out, this class is composed almost entirely of great test takers!

March 1, 2013

Pittsburgh Allegheny 5th Graders: What I Care About

5th Grade Students in Radio Club at Pittsburgh Allegheny PreK-8 recorded these pieces in which they discuss issues that concern them. These pieces are a result of the second of six weekly sessions in which students will learn about the microphones, and the recording equipment used in producing features for radio.

February 27, 2013

Pittsburgh King Prek-8, After School Workshop: Our Neighborhoods

On the fifth day of Pittsburgh King’s Radio Club students were asked how they felt about their neighborhoods. The conversation then segued into a round table discussion on local gun violence.