Kidsburgh Pittsburgh

From the top events each month for kids to the latest news in healthy living, the Kidsburgh section of NEXTpittsburgh keeps parents up to date with what they need to know and where to go in Pittsburgh. Check out the trove of stories in our archives right here and on the Kidsburgh.org website.

43 summer camps where kids can have fun, exercise and even learn something in Pittsburgh

Warm weather fun is coming soon: Don't miss the 2022 Kidsburgh guide to summer camps around Pittsburgh.

21 Feb 2022

Pennsylvania report sparks debate about link between school spending and performance

The Independent Fiscal Office’s finding that “there is little or no correlation” between spending on public schools and test scores raised eyebrows among Pennsylvania legislators.

14 Feb 2022

Heads up: Pittsburgh Negro Leagues legends are included in new bobblehead collection

Pittsburgh ballplayers include Cool Papa Bell, Buck Leonard, Judy Johnson, Josh Gibson and Oscar Charleston.

11 Feb 2022

Pittsburgh’s newest climbing gym, FA Climbing & Fitness, opening at Station Square

Dan Bartz, co-founder of First Ascent Climbing & Fitness, recommends introducing kids to the sport at around age 5.

09 Feb 2022

Pittsburgh Public Schools hits reset on school year with Fresh Start initiative

The interim superintendent said the Fresh Start effort is a chance for school principals and staff to let district leaders know what the needs are in their schools.

03 Feb 2022

10 sweet ways to celebrate maple syrup season in Western PA

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01 Feb 2022

Top 10 events for Pittsburgh kids in February, from dinosaurs to hip hop camp

If cabin fever is setting in, there are plenty of excuses to get out of the house to learn something new or just have fun.

24 Jan 2022

36 nonprofits given boost by Small and Mighty grants to make Pittsburgh better for us all

The latest round of The Pittsburgh Foundation initiative benefits small nonprofits, many of which are led by and serve Black, Indigenous and people of color.

11 Jan 2022

How 3 Pittsburgh sports organizations improve kids’ social and emotional skills

Playing a sport requires discipline, dedication and teamwork — skills that are useful on and off the field.

11 Jan 2022

Carnegie Science Center volunteer Chuck Vukotich inspires young people to love science — and reach for the stars

He helps orchestrate the Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair, which will take place in March and is open to students in grades 6 through 12.

04 Jan 2022