A+ Schools and the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative (PLC) are asking early childhood learning organizations to take part in a brief survey about programming being offered during the NFL Draft week in Pittsburgh this month.
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The NFL Draft will take place in Pittsburgh from April 22 to 24. ELRC Region 5 recently announced office closures as well as information about satellite offices and diaper and formula banks. The three-day event is expected to cause road closures, disrupt public transportation, and bring numerous visitors to the city, with as many as 700,000 people in attendance.
During the Draft, Pittsburgh Public Schools will transition to remote learning from April 22 to 24, which A+ Schools said could result in barriers for students and families’ ability to stay engaged in learning.
Both A+ Schools and the PLC are working to prevent disruptions in student participation by identifying and sharing available supports across the city. Organizations are asked to complete a survey – which takes about five to 10 minutes – to share programming or support that they are planning to offer during the three days of the Draft.
The survey must be completed by Friday, April 10. By completing the survey, information provided will help to:
- Prevent missed instructional time and increased absenteeism
- Connect students to safe spaces, WiFi, devices, and learning support
- Ensure families have access to clear, centralized information about available resources
- Strengthen coordination across organizations to support students and families
A+ Schools asks to share any information about resources during the event, even if plans are still being finalized. Organizations with multiple sites should fill out a separate form for each site, unless it’s going to be standard, where each location has the same registration process, cost, enrollment, or hours.
The Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative is hosting a Transportation Lunch & Learn in March, during which Pittsburgh’s Safe Routes to School Coordinator will present.
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Harriet Jackson, Pittsburgh’s Safe Routes to School Coordinator, will give a presentation on the city’s programs to increase the number of students biking and walking to school through education, encouragement, and safety improvements. She will discuss such improvements as Safety Week, Walk and Roll to School Day, and the Safety Town Summer Program.
Ted King-Smith, BikePGH’s education manager, will discuss ways in which BikePGH is promoting active transportation to schools and supporting teachers, parents, and other educators in implementing bike education programming in Pittsburgh city schools.
The Lunch & Learn will begin at noon on Thursday, March 27 at One Valley at The Roadhouse, located at 4165 Blair St. in Pittsburgh. Those with dietary restrictions should email plc@aplusschools.org.
Registration is now open.
The Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative will host its third annual PLC Summit in April at Phipps Conservatory.
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The summit will focus on how current events surrounding federal policy and funding issues affect every level of the education ecosystem. It will also include conversations about immigration, banned ideas, and the legal rights of students and their families.
It will also explore these topics:
- Ways in which the PLC and its members can operate within an ever-changing landscape
- Current events and relevant topics relating to education, immigration, government, and other socioeconomic determinants of health
- Strategies and successes of improvement science and how it supports our collective growth and adaptability
The summit – Weathering Change: Realities – Implications – Calls to Action – will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 24 at Phipps Conservatory. Those interested in attending the summit should register now.
The Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative (PLC) Family Hotline is a available for families in the region who need help navigating the system or need general supports.
About the Family Hotline
Representatives from A+ Schools, ARYSE, Lawrenceville United, the Latino Community Center, and the Boys & Girls Club will be fielding calls to answer questions and offer support to families about:
- online learning and your child’s school
- tutoring or homework help
- getting access to technology or the internet
- youth workforce opportunities
- food and school supplies distributions
- other support for academic or personal needs
Representatives will answer calls live during the following hours:
- Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Wednesdays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Calls can be received 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If a representative doesn’t answer, callers can leave a voicemail and expect a call back within 48 hours on weekdays.
For English, call 412.256.8536. For Spanish, call 412.335.7446.
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