Podcasts about Pittsburgh Public Schools

In this episode, retired Pittsburgh Public Schools teacher Kim Flurry shares how a personal health issue inspired her to start AKLW Bone Broth. Drawing from her family's deep food traditions and her years in the classroom, Kim talks about transforming her home cooking into a business—starting with a crock pot and steadily scaling up.She discusses how bone broth became a daily staple in her wellness routine, why she hasn't eaten beef or pork in over 30 years, and what she's learned about nutrition, energy, and entrepreneurship. With a strong support team behind her, Kim is preparing to re-launch her product in Fall 2025.

Pittsburgh Public School Board Continues To Plan Ahead full 309 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:56:56 +0000 qV5i302urXBnzxrBTXbJqJ6mFEzfHtP6 news,a-newscasts,top picks The Big K Morning Show news,a-newscasts,top picks Pittsburgh Public School Board Continues To Plan Ahead The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com

Gene Walker, Pittsburgh Public School Board member, calls in to talk about a potential vote, school closings and what we can expect in the next 30-90 days.

Chaos in Pittsburgh Public Schools full 531 Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:50:40 +0000 Pdp7uZVeD0CHPIWvZqED7EBraLm2HJxO emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin emailnewsletter,news,a-newscasts,top picks Chaos in Pittsburgh Public Schools On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%

After two rounds of deer culling in a few city parks, archers have provided thousands of venison meals, but it turns out, that's not enough to keep the animal population at bay. We're talking about how and why guns are getting added to the mix. Pittsburgh Public Schools announced the next phase in proposed school closures, Steelers players reported another round of failing grades in the annual union report card, and we still have not recovered from a recent police substation press conference that got Mayor Gainey so fired up. City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are talking through some of Pittsburgh's biggest stories! Notes and references from today's show: Superintendent's report endorses closures and consolidations for PPS schools [PublicSource] PPS leadership supports consultant recommendations to close 14 schools [WESA] Facility Feasibility Report [Pittsburgh Public Schools] PPS Superintendent on School Closures, ICE Policy & Funding Freezes [City Cast Pittsburgh] Sharpshooters Will Begin Culling Deer in Pittsburgh's Frick and Riverview Parks [Pittsburgh Magazine] Gainey defends public safety record a day after Downtown shooting [TribLive] Is Ed Gainey okay? [Breathing Space] Pittsburgh Steelers Report Card [NFLPA] Pitt resumes PhD admissions after pause over NIH funding cap concerns [WTAE] Learn more about the sponsors of this February 28th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Pittsburgh Marathon - Use code CITYCAST15 for 15% off any event City Theatre Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Call or text us at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pittsburgh Public Schools is facing a lot of big questions: Does it need to close schools due to lower enrollment and, if so, how many? Is federal funding about to disappear under the Trump administration? What does it take to build a district where every student has the same opportunities to thrive? District superintendent Wayne Walters joins us to share his vision for the district and talk about how he's navigating a constantly-shifting education landscape. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode: The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens Pittsburgh Marathon - Use code CITYCAST15 for 15% off any event City Theatre Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today our guest is Carrie Woodard the Director Student Support Services - School Counselors at Pittsburgh Public Schools. We talk to Carrie about ways that school counselors can create a strong support system for first-generation students—offering personalized guidance on navigating the college application process, exploring financial aid options, and understanding campus resources. She emphasizes the power of regular student check-ins, building relationships with families, and the impact of positive phone calls home. Through active listening, trust-building, and resource-sharing, counselors can help first-generation students feel more prepared, confident, and supported as they embark on their postsecondary journey. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Sign up for our FREE MTSS Summit Access FREE Tier 2 Curriculum Samples Request a Quote Today! Visit the CharacterStrong Website   Carrie Woodard's professional journey encompasses roles as a teacher, school counselor, college and career counselor, mental health project manager, and now an administrator with the Pittsburgh Public Schools. These diverse experiences have provided her with a comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of students and families. In her current role as Director of Student Support Services - School Counselors, she is deeply committed to advocacy and collaboration, working closely with school leadership and central office personnel to empower professional counselors with the resources needed to support the nearly 20,000 students in the district.   Drawing from her multicultural background and training, Carrie approaches her work with a focus on identifying and addressing barriers to ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive. Her passion lies in advancing social justice within school counseling, fostering equitable experiences for all students, and nurturing a positive school culture and climate through district-wide initiatives that emphasize inclusivity.

A Breakdown With Pittsburgh Public School board member full 452 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:45:32 +0000 J2yXpQV3mnAo3R4c7Ry9JkJD9pypEeHx news,a-newscasts,top picks The Big K Morning Show news,a-newscasts,top picks A Breakdown With Pittsburgh Public School board member The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com

Positive trends out of Pittsburgh Public Schools full 1925 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:45:07 +0000 9Q0gLR04LKTYujA4q9HHouYljuwgoAGa news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks Positive trends out of Pittsburgh Public Schools On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-

It's the Friday news roundup! It's Light Up Night weekend in Pittsburgh, and we're sharing all the things we're excited to see, including a new themed light show on the Sister Bridges and an interactive art exhibit in Mellon Square. Pittsburgh Public Schools won't close any district locations yet, and parents are hopeful an alternate plan could win out over a harsher one proposed this fall by consultants. Local businesses are offering free wedding services for queer couples who want to get married before Trump's inauguration. Plus, cannabis legalization will have to wait for another legislative session, and there's a new local Christmas ornament honoring Century III Mall that we're very excited to add to our collection.  If you know of any other local businesses or wedding service providers offering their skills or spaces for free, we'd love to add them to our list. Call or text us at 412-212-8893. Discussed in today's episode: Pittsburgh Walk of Fame Pittsburgh Public Schools announces no school closures next year [WESA] Fewer closings, regional schools and choices featured in parent-crafted alternative to PPS consolidation plan [PublicSource] Final recommendations still set PPS on course for multiple closures, consolidations [PublicSource] Community-Driven Proposal for PPS  Free wedding services offered to LGBTQ couples in Pittsburgh until Trump inauguration [TribLive] Harold's Haunt offers quickie, LGBTQ-friendly weddings ahead of Trump's inauguration [City Paper] Light Up Night 2024 promises more lights, more fireworks and the Fray [Pittsburgh Magazine] Century III Mall and sinkhole bus ornaments No ‘Keystoned State' on the horizon as recreational marijuana bill stalls in Harrisburg [WVIA] Learn more about the sponsors of this November 22nd episode: Handmade Arcade Luray Caverns Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gene Walker Pittsburgh Public School Board member representing district 9 calls in to give us an update.

It's the Friday news roundup! The Ferris wheel from Oktoberfest might be gone, but another one is waiting in the wings as part of the North Side's Esplanade development. We're talking about the final and very controversial consultants' proposal to close over a dozen Pittsburgh schools. Plus, more public bathrooms are coming Downtown and why Schenley Park's Columbus statue was back in the news. We always cite our sources: Piatt Companies presented its plan for the Esplanade development to the City Planning Commission.  Consultants shared their final plan for reconfiguring Pittsburgh Public Schools. Learn more about the plan here. A group of public school parents came up with an alternate plan. About four years since it started, the legal battle over the Columbus statue in Schenley Park is still going on.  City officials decided to sweep the encampment on Grant Street, and Our Streets Collective is accepting donations to help our neighbors.  Anchor Hocking confirmed that the company will close its glass plant in Charleroi. Victims of the shooting at Trump's first rally in Butler gave their first interview and said the Secret Service was negligent in its duties.  The city's looking to put more public bathrooms Downtown.  If you enjoyed today's interview with Alterations Express Marketing Manager, Jen Rondinelli, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 18th episode: Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pittsburgh Public Schools in crisis full 1705 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:35:26 +0000 yoRPpejjEhHEq9jc4PZ4TmcAv15J1rht news,a-newscasts,top picks Marty Griffin news,a-newscasts,top picks Pittsburgh Public Schools in crisis On-demand selections from Marty's show on Newsradio 1020 KDKA , airing weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News News News News news News News News News News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A

Lenny McCallister joins Larry in the studio for the last hour and Dr. Walters, superintendent for Pittsburgh Public Schools calls in.

Hour 2 - Marty discusses the heat in the classrooms at PPS, the recent fight at Upper St. Clair, and RFK's interactions with animals.

Marty discuses labor union votes for the election, high temperatures affecting Pittsburgh Public Schools, annoying spam calls, and changes to college football.

Pittsburgh Public Schools released a penny-pinching plan that could drastically change our public school system. From building closures and consolidations to separating kids by age groups and changing magnet programs, the recommendations are sweeping and there's not much time for stakeholders to weigh in. We're with PublicSource's Lajja Mistry and WESA's Jillian Forstadt to explain what we know so far and how you can get involved. Read their great reporting series PPS' Path Forward and share your questions and concerns with Lajja and Jillian here. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: U.S. Steel Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marty talks with the PPS superintendent, Dr. Wayne Walters about the backpack drive and the future of PPS schools.

A Songbird from Da Burgh featuring Shamira Underwood
Free-spirited, fun-loving, “melanated mother” stops by the show to discuss raising her three sons, working as an educator for almost 20 years in the Pittsburgh Public School district, and her love for singing. My favorite part of the show was when Shamira asked me to join her in performing some karaoke of our favorite 90s R&B songs. Stay tuned for a fascinating conversation with one of Pittsburgh's best-kept secrets!

What happens when things start feeling out of control and chaotic? When it feels like the ship of your life is caught in the midst of a storm? How do you respond? How do you find and remain in Jesus throughout the storm? What happens when everything feels like it's falling apart and you just want to get off the ship? This is the story of Paul in Acts 27:33-44 (NIV). Reverend Eleanor Williams walks us through the passage and helps us understand how to anchor our lives in Jesus no matter what is happening in the world or in our lives.Reverend Eleanor is a member of Garden City Church. She was a special education teacher in Pittsburgh Public Schools for more than thirty years, earned an M.Div. from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and is an ordained pastor in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Currently, she is the Executive Director of the Northside Partnership Project.

It's the Friday news roundup! School's out, and Pittsburgh Public is using the summer vacation to consider whether some schools have to close or consolidate. If you've got a flight coming up, you need to get to the airport extremely early. (We're talking three hours before takeoff!) And we're digging into the history of Pittsburgh's ties to the American flag ahead of Independence Day. We always cite our sources: Pittsburghers got scammed into buying tickets for a fake Biggie and 2Pac live orchestra concert and a fake hot air balloon festival. PIT officials are recommending that travelers get to the airport two and a half to three hours before their flights because the security lines have been extra long.  May was the busiest month the Pittsburgh airport has seen in 17 years – and nationwide, TSA recently broke their record for most travelers screened in a day.  Pittsburgh Public Schools is projected to deplete its fund balance by 2026, and is thinking about closing or consolidating some of its schools. The district is holding town halls throughout the summer to get community feedback. Upcoming town halls include: July 9 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Concord July 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. at West Liberty July 11 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Obama July 16 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Jeron X. Grayson Community Center July 23 from 6-7:30 at Morrow Intermediate PPS proposed closing six schools in 2021; almost 50% of the district's school buildings are less than half full. A man from Collier Township is the reason we have Flag Day and a monument at Flagstaff Hill. Shuman Juvenile Detention Center is expected to reopen soon – there's been a lot of controversy around both the decision to reopen the center and the group that was selected to run it. A deer got stuck in the Highland Park reservoir – but thankfully, it was rescued. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode: Babbel Bike PGH Parks on Tap Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3 - Marty discusses more about the NFL Draft and Pittsburgh Public School's being closed due to heat.

A sedative that's more powerful than xylazine was discovered in fentanyl samples. A dad is claiming how his five-year-old was assaulted by an older, unsupervised student with special needs at school. Pittsburgh Public Schools with teach ethnic studies next year. And this city is one of the best for celebrating Memorial Day.

Hour 4 - Marty discusses Pittsburgh Public Schools being closed today and the lack of kids getting vaccinated.

A new film focuses on invasive species in some of Pennsylvania's pristine waters. The executive producer talks about how people can help keep invasives at bay. Also, a Superfund site in the woods of Bucks County won an environmental award. It's one of the Pennsylvania's last remaining coastal plain forests. As wedding season approaches, we look at ways to create an earth-friendly celebration. And new coke oven rules are expected to be finalized soon. We report on how they could impact U.S. Steel's Allegheny County facilities. We have news about Pittsburgh Regional Transit's climate plan, installation of lead-filtering water fountains at Pittsburgh Public Schools, problems along the Mountain Valley Pipeline and more.

It's the Friday news roundup! Pittsburgh Public Schools is suing Allegheny County to try and force a countywide property reassessment, and we're breaking down why. The city's expanding its deer management program, so look out for a call for more archers. Plus, the team's talking about all the effort that goes into flood clean-up and sharing a couple ways to celebrate 412 Day. Have any questions about property reassessments? Let us know, and your question might get answered in an upcoming episode. Call or text us at 412-212-8893. We always cite our sources:  Friends of the Riverfront has a map on their website where you can check on alerts and detours for riverfront trails – and look for bathrooms! Pittsburgh Public Schools is suing Allegheny County and seeking a countywide property reassessment The move comes as the district stands to lose tax revenue from some of the city's most iconic skyscrapers The City of Pittsburgh released their results for the deer management pilot program, and they're planning to expand the program into more parks. Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news? Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curious about the transformative power of leadership in mathematics education? Ever felt the challenge of aligning your strategic plan when it seems like you're constantly putting out fires? Join us in this episode where we unravel the critical importance of seeking support in leadership roles and dive into a conversation with Rob Baier, Executive Director of Mathematics and STEM at Pittsburgh Public Schools.If you're an educator navigating the complexities of coaching, consulting, or directing, this episode is your guide. Rob Baier, co-host of the Debate Math Podcast, shares insights on staying aligned to your strategic plan amidst chaos, the significance of andragogy in leading mathematics educators, and the key to optimizing coaching and professional learning models.Gain a profound understanding of why seeking appropriate support is crucial for educators stepping into leadership roles.Discover the transformative potential of andragogy in leading mathematics educators, offering a fresh perspective for educational leaders.Uncover actionable insights on reviewing coaching models, ensuring they optimally serve educators, and staying aligned with district vision and strategic plans.Ready to elevate your leadership game in mathematics education? Click now to listen and lead with newfound passion and impact. Don't miss this chance to reshape your approach and empower both educators and students in your district!You'll Learn: Why it is important for mathematics educators to seek out the appropriate support to take on leadership roles such as coaching, consulting, supervising, directing, etc.;Why mathematics leaders should consider studying and practicing andragogy in order to lead mathematics educators in their district; How reviewing your coaching and professional learning model on a regular basis will ensure it is optimally serving educators;How reviewing your curriculum resource and ensuring it supports the teaching of mathematics in a way that aligns with your district vision is critically important;How to stay aligned to your strategic plan for mathematics when you always feel like you're putting out fires; and, As a leader how do we balance supporting teachers directly in a coaching role and trying to build capacity at scale in a district. Resources: Find Rob on X: @rob_baier Debate Math Podcast with Chris Luzniak and Rob BaierDistrict Math Leaders: How are you ensuring that you support those educators who need a nudge to spark a focus on growing their pedagogical-content knowledge? What about opportunities for those who are eager and willing to elevate their practice, but do not have the support? Book a call with our District Improvement Program Team to learn how we can not only help you craft, refine and implement your district math learning goals, but also provide all of the professional learning supports your educators need to grow at the speed of their learning. Book a short conversation with our team now.  Take your random grouping to the next level with this printable cards. Mix and match different groupings on the fly. Grab your cards here --> https://makemathmoments.com/random/

Hour 1 - Larry and Marty discuss some potential changes happening a Pittsburgh Public Schools, PETA wanting to replace Punxsutawney Phil with a coin, updates on the South Side officer involved shooting, and they check-in with Accuweather Meteorologist Dean DeVore.  

Hour 4 - Larry and Marty are joined by Lynne Hayes-Freeland and they discuss the buyouts for college football coaches and low test scores in Pittsburgh. 

Hour 3 - Larry and Marty discuss a school fight at Brashear, violence issues within Pittsburgh Public Schools, a story about a squatter breaking in, and million dollar homes in Pittsburgh. 

James Fogarty from A+ Schools joins Larry and Marty to discuss Pittsburgh Public Schools being presented with racial equity audits. Also, the low test scores/reading levels at PPS and how to get parents more involved. 

Hour 3 - Larry and Marty discuss issues in Pittsburgh Public Schools, the upcoming Monday Night Football game, and have their weekly check-in with PGH Magazine. 

Hour 1 - Larry and Marty start the show by discussing Pittsburgh Public Schools being closed due to heat, the Pitt game this past weekend, and they also check in with Accuweather Meteorologist Dean DeVore. 

This episode features Tyler Samstag who jointly is the director of Remake Learning and also leads transformED, an initiative at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit that supports schools in starting, scaling, and sustaining transformational change. During our podcast Tyler discusses the mission of Remake Learning and also provides information about the Moonshot Grants and the Tugboat Grant and much more. Their work encourages educators to think radically, dream big, and inspire a better future.   Tyler started his career as a special education teacher in New York City, implementing research-based literacy interventions in both traditional and alternative academic settings. Later, while living in Boston, Tyler completed an internship with the Center for Applied Special Technology (CAST), a nonprofit education R&D organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning and was a member of the IDEO Bits + Blocks LAB at the Harvard Innovation Lab, a program to develop new ventures around the technologies inspired by Bitcoin and blockchain. Interested in applications of human-centered design in education and nonprofit sectors, Tyler has facilitated an array of interactive workshops on design thinking and rapid prototyping at Harvard Kennedy School of Government, Harvard Graduate School of Education, and MIT.  Tyler is a Pittsburgh Public School graduate, an AmeriCorps alum, holds a master's degree from Teachers College, Columbia University in English Education, and graduated from the Mind, Brain, and Education program at Harvard University, where he was an Urban Scholars Fellow.  For additional information about Remake Learning as well as the Tugboats and Lighthouses report visit https://www.remakelearning.org. 

The state of men's discipleship in the church today is anemic at best. Our guest today, Bob Jamison, President and Founder of Adam's Quest Men's Ministry, helps us think through the significance of men's discipleship in the church, as well as the critical role of mentorship. We discuss the impact of the book, Four Chair Discipleship: Growing a Movement of Disciple-Makers, on Bob and his ministry with CLC. You'll gain a valuable framework for understanding the development of a disciple.Bob Jamison served for 24 years as President of Family Guidance, Inc., one of the region's strongest programs for at-risk youth and families. Before coming to Family Guidance, Bob served in college administration at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh.He has a B.A. degree in communication from Carnegie Mellon, a marketing certificate from the University of Pittsburgh, and a Master's Degree in Public Management from the Heinz School at Carnegie MellonBob is co-founder of the Greater Pittsburgh Community Leaders Prayer Breakfast, Prayer Over Pittsburgh, and Pittsburgh Prayer Evangelism and has served on the Mayor's Youth Policy Council and the advisory boards for The Pittsburgh Experiment, CityReachers, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Mentoring Partnerships, and the National Fatherhood Initiative, Friends of Propel Charter School, Gang Free Schools Steering Committee for the Pittsburgh Public Schools, and Urban Impact Foundation. His life and ministry are highlighted in The Story Behind the Success: Learning from Pittsburgh Professionals. He has traveled in mission to Mexico, Argentina, England, and Brazil.RESOURCES:AdamsQuest.org Four Chair Discipleship: Growing a Movement of Disciple-MakersCLC's All-In CurriculumCLC's Getting Real CurriculumMEN'S WEEKEND DETAILS:Empowered Manhood Men's Weekend  (https://www.empoweredmanhood.com/event-details/empowered-manhood-mens-weekend)ISRAEL EXPERIENCE:Empowered Manhood Israel Experience (https://registernow.ittworld.com/)Tour Code: Empower24Spouses are welcome!Contact Mike Hatch: mhatch@clchq.orgOrder Mike's book, Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the GospelJoin the Empowered Manhood Facebook GroupCLC Website: https://www.clchq.org/Contact Chris Bolinger: https://chrisbolinger.com/author/Chris' Devotionals:Daily Strength for Men: A 365-Day Devotional52 Weeks of Strength for Men

Judge Frank Luccino joins Larry and Marty to discuss a lack of literacy in young kids in poor school districts. He talks about what he is doing to help and the plan to address gun violence. They also discuss the issues within Pittsburgh Public Schools. 

On today's episode of The Confluence: Data obtained by the ACLU of Pennsylvania found a disproportionate number of students who received summary citations in Pittsburgh Public Schools during the 2021-2022 school year were Black, a trend advocates and parents are asking the district to change; research from the University of Pennsylvania found taking race into account when assessing the lung health of Black and white patients led to disparities in treatment; and we talk about how a collaborative project among local institutions is commissioning art for “Envisioning A Just Pittsburgh.”

A bill that's on its way to the Senate would allow for non-U.S. citizens to teach in Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh Public Schools' proposed code of conduct policy has gotten some pushback. Bees are getting a little help from the Pennsylvania Turnpike and PennDOT. And Knoebels' Haunted Mansion turns 50.

Terry Golden, a retired teacher, joins Larry and Marty to discuss the current situation of being a teacher. He talks about how keeping the kids home because of the heat isn't a horrible idea. They also talk about the current situation at schools and how we can fix it. 

Hour 1 - Larry and Marty talk about upcoming events in Pittsburgh this weekend, and talk to a guest on how to fix the problems at Pittsburgh Public Schools. 

Hour 1 - Larry and Marty talk about the powerful start of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Trial and ask our listeners the question - do you believe in the death penalty? They also discuss Pittsburgh Public Schools learning remotely due to a broken A/C. 

Mom's Dream: A woman opts for eternal life to continue her spiritual mission, but got more than she bargained for. Another author collaboration! We hope you enjoy this new, original story, co-written by Dr. Jeffrey A. Robinson and my MOTHER, Edna Del Toro! Just in time for Mother's Day 2023. Edna Del Toro is a loving mother and friend to all who meet her. She is still caring for her own mother, who is currently 93 years young and a proud Boriqua (Puerto Rican) who encourages EVERYONE she meets to learn to speak Spanish. Edna is beloved by everyone she meets and a devoted Nichirin Buddhist. She chants "Nam Myoho Renge Kyo" in an effort to further kosen rufu (world peace) and her own happiness, as well as the happiness of everyone around her. She was a devoted teacher in the Pittsburgh Public School system her entire 40 year career. But secretly, she has a passion for writing, reading and photography. One of the BIGGEST supporters of the Untold Tales podcast, we are excited to share her creative writing talents with you. This story is based off a very vivid dream that she had one April morning in 2023. Her eldest daughter (me) encouraged her to write it down and flesh it out. Thank you, Don, for supporting my mom with your marvelous storytelling talent. We love our listeners, fans and patrons! If you loved what you heard, please like and subscribe to our audio anthology and consider leaving us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. If you'd like to purchase books, audios or merch for the Untold Tales series, which have many more stories for your reading enjoyment, you can find them on our website at ⁠www.untold-tales.com⁠  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untold-tales/support

Pittsburgh Public Schools has hired Jason Rivers as the district's inaugural director of narrative transformation, conflict resolution and violence prevention. Rivers joins us to explain what kind of programming can be enacted to support violence prevention. (0:00 - 10:17) Local school board elections in Pennsylvania are one of the few where candidates can cross-file, meaning they appear on more than one party's ballot. Kate Huangpu, government reporter for Spotlight PA, reports that while some prefer the practice, others say it's confusing to voters. (10:22 - 17:21) Pittsburgh-based poet Kevin Finn has just published a new collection, “Consequence of Dream,” and he discussed it with 90.5 WESA's Bill O'Driscoll. (17:24 - 22:30)

On today's episode of The Confluence:Black pregnant women delivering babies are more likely to get tested for drugs when delivering than white women, suggests a new study of a health system in the commonwealth. We speak to Marian Jarlenski, author of the paper and an associate professor of health policy and management at the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health, about this disparity. (0:00 - 6:53) The Pittsburgh Public School board approved using grants to cover the cost of police training for school security guards. We speak to Ghadah Makoshi, an advocacy and policy strategist with the ACLU of Pennsylvania, about the implications of interactions between students and law enforcement. (7:00 - 14:38) The Steelers have completed their 2023 college football draft, picking up Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones in the first round. We speak with The Athletic's Mike DeFabo about the team's choices. (14:43 - 22:30)

On today's episode of The Confluence: The city is appealing the decision of an arbitration panel to reinstate a Pittsburgh police officer who was fired after a civil proceeding found him to have sexually assaulted a colleague; an organization coordinating a volunteer network to deliver food to Pittsburghers is celebrating the passage of a federal bill that would make it easier for organizations to donate food; and a conversation with Pittsburgh Public School District Superintendent Wayne Walters.Today's guests include: Rich Lord, managing editor of PublicSource; Jennifer England, chief operating officer of 412 Food Rescue; and Wayne Walters, superintendent of Pittsburgh Public Schools.

It's the Friday news roundup! We're talking about what the increase to the 2023 Pittsburgh Public Schools budget means when the district's already at a deficit, the fire in the Roosevelt building downtown, and the new historical markers coming to the city. As always, our Friday shows are powered by great local journalism. Public School Budgets:  https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/pittsburgh-public-schools-2023-budget-stabilizes-district-for-another-year-future-funding-still-uncertain/Content?oid=22968580  https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/pittsburgh-public-schools-2023-budget-stabilizes-district-for-another-year-future-funding-still-uncertain/Content?oid=22968580 https://www.wesa.fm/show/the-confluence/2022-11-21/pittsburgh-public-schools-proposed-2023-budget-spends-more-with-one-time-federal-funding Roosevelt Building Fire: https://www.post-gazette.com/local/city/2022/12/12/downtown-pittsburgh-roosevelt-building-fire/stories/202212120048  https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/elderly-woman-dies-high-rise-fire-roosevelt-building-while-trying-escape/3XLBUPIXQNELVM7R22MJHXHZEQ/  https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/crews-responding-5-alarm-fire-downtown-pittsburgh-apartment-building/UTRG2ZDVMJDYZFNZ36QISWGLNQ/ https://www.wpxi.com/news/local/nearly-30-apartments-uninhabitable-after-high-rise-fire-roosevelt-building/YNPCTSZEM5G23GRQAIV7SRTR4Q/ Pittsburgh Pirates 1971 Lineup:  https://triblive.com/sports/on-sept-1-1971-the-pirates-made-history-with-baseballs-first-all-black-starting-lineup/ PA Historical Markers:  https://www.media.pa.gov/pages/phmc-details.aspx?newsid=422 https://paheritage.wpengine.com/article/century-marking-history-100-years-pennsylvania-historical-marker-program/ Teenie Harris: https://cmoa.org/art/teenie-harris-archive/ Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Sito Narcisse, Superintendent of East Baton Rouge Parish School System on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Thomas Willis. Read more about Sito Narcisse: Dr. Sito Narcisse serves as the Superintendent of Schools of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. Dr. Narcisse most recently worked as the Chief of Secondary Schools of the District of Columbia Public Schools. He understands the challenge of being a young student trying to learn English and living between two cultures, all the while adapting to the American public education system. The son of Haitian immigrants, Dr. Narcisse moved with his family to Long Island, New York, in the pursuit of a better life for him and his siblings. As an English language learner, Dr. Narcisse learned to navigate both the social and academic obstacles that confront millions of students today. His success as a student led him to enroll at Kennesaw State University in Georgia. Seeing his second language as a strength, Dr. Narcisse graduated with a degree in French and pursued a master's degree from Vanderbilt University in secondary education. Doctoral studies led him to the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a doctorate in educational administration and policy studies and leadership. Serving as both a teacher and a principal, Dr. Narcisse opened a high school in the Pittsburgh Public Schools and led turnaround efforts in a Boston public high school. Dr. Narcisse has also been a director of School Performance and acting Chief School Improvement Officer for Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland; an Associate Superintendent overseeing school improvement efforts for 74 schools in Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland and was the second officer in charge as Chief of Schools for Metro Nashville Public Schools with 159 schools. _____________________________ Sito Narcisse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sito-narc... East Baton Rouge Parish School System: https://ebrschools.org/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZ... Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawi... Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #CultureEatsEverything Download & Share!

After years of teaching abstinence as the “expected norm,” Pittsburgh Public Schools recently updated its sex ed curriculum to be more comprehensive and inclusive. But some of our listeners are still scarred by what they learned — or didn't! — in schools throughout the region.  Mary Jo Podgurski, director of the Washington Health System Teen Outreach Program, is the sex ed teacher we wish we had. With the help of listeners' stories, she breaks down some of the most harmful lessons young people can receive in sex ed, how schools should be approaching the subject, and why it all got so complicated in the first place. In today's newscast, we mention our June episode how the pandemic widened learning gaps in Pittsburgh. You can listen here: https://pod.link/citycastpittsburgh/episode/6022e188d65db755d5562e0910d78aa6 Our newsletter is fresh daily at 6 a.m. Sign up here. We're also on Twitter @citycastpgh & Instagram @CityCastPgh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to a recent report, the Lehigh Valley watershed is amongst the most polluted in the country. The Pittsburgh Public Schools board unanimously voted yesterday to adopt a revised sexual education policy. More state roads will be open for recreational use this fall. And a NASA astronaut gets a lovely surprise.

On today's episode of The Confluence: The board of the Pittsburgh Public Schools is scheduled to vote tonight to revise the district's sex education policy to be more inclusive and remove the emphasis on abstinence-only education; the University of Pittsburgh's Center for Governance and Markets has received a $2.4 million grant to study how society can overcome differences; and a conversation about independent state legislature doctrine. Today's guests include: Sarah Schneider, WESA education reporter; and Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili, founding director of the Center for Governance and Markets and a professor at the Graduate School of Public and International Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh.