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September 18, 2024

A Seat at the Grown-up Table: Youth-Adult Partnerships for Inclusive and Sustainable Decision Making

Remake Learning will host an upcoming event that explores the power of youth-adult partnerships to drive change.

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A Seat at the Grown-up Table: Youth-Adult Partnerships for Inclusive and Sustainable Decision Making will be an interactive experience featuring four youth fellows and board members from the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh. They will discuss how to enact change through youth-adult partnerships.

The event will allow participants to:

  • Engage in an interactive simulation that uncovers the dynamics of power and decision making
  • Learn how to amplify youth voices in diverse settings, from classrooms to boardrooms
  • Discuss new strategies for fostering meaningful youth-adult partnerships
  • Connect with community members over food and refreshments at a mix and mingle reception

The event will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Those interested in attending can RSVP online.

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September 6, 2024

Virtual Sessions to Discuss Book on Wonder and Fred Rogers

Two upcoming free virtual book study sessions will discuss a new book that examines the subjects of wonder and Fred Rogers.

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The events will focus on “When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids” by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski. The authors will take part in both sessions.

The book covers the importance of wonder for children. It cites Rogers’ – of Pittsburgh-based TV show “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” – ability to spark a sense of wonder in children. The book also covers how Rogers encouraged and nurtured children’s play and helped learners to manage their feelings and try new things.

The sessions will be held on:

  • Thursday, Sept. 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET
  • Thursday, Oct. 3 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET

Registration is now open for the event. More information on the book can be found on Remake Learning’s website.

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Virtual Sessions to Discuss Book on Wonder and Fred Rogers

Two upcoming free virtual book study sessions will discuss a new book that examines the subjects of wonder and Fred Rogers.

Learn More

The events will focus on “When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids” by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski. The authors will take part in both sessions.

The book covers the importance of wonder for children. It cites Rogers’ – of Pittsburgh-based TV show “Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood” – ability to spark a sense of wonder in children. The book also covers how Rogers encouraged and nurtured children’s play and helped learners to manage their feelings and try new things.

The sessions will be held on:

  • Thursday, Sept. 26 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET
  • Thursday, Oct. 3 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET

Registration is now open for the event. More information on the book can be found on Remake Learning’s website.

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August 29, 2024

Remake Learning Assembly

Remake Learning will celebrate the magic of learning across the Pittsburgh region at an event in September co-hosted by Point Park University.

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The Remake Learning Assembly will focus this year on the success of Remake Learning Day as well as shine a spotlight on Point Park’s innovations.

The event will include food and drinks. National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA) 2024 Conference attendees are welcome to join the event.

The Remake Learning Assembly will run from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the university’s PPU Pittsburgh Playhouse on Monday, Sept. 16.

Those interested in attending should RSVP now.

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February 12, 2024

frED Camp

Join Remake Learning for frED Camp — a free professional development event for every kind of educator — and learn from fellow educators who make Mister Rogers matter still today, including Anne Fullenkamp (Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh) and Paul Siefken (Fred Rogers Productions). Trying Together will present a workshop on Everyday Interactions Matter.

Event Details:

  • Saturday, 03/23 | 8:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Ehrman Crest Elementary, 2070 Ehrman Road Cranberry Township, PA 16066

  • Register today!

Additional Details:

ACT48 and PQAS credits are available for educators.

Complimentary childcare for kids ages 5-8 is also available in an Activity Camp format. Please request childcare when registering for frED Camp. The Activity Camp is limited to 20 participants and is provided by student teachers from Robert Morris University.

Other presenting organizations include:

  • Trying Together
  • Remake Learning
  • Fred Rogers Institute
  • Parents as Allies/Kidsburgh
  • Wisdom Corridors
  • Learning 2025
  • Capturing Creativity
  • Teach Like Fred
  • Project Zero Pittsburgh
  • Consortium for Public Education
  • World of Work Pittsburgh
  • Phenomenon-based Learning
  • PCTELA
  • Brick by Brick

If you have questions, please contact Dr. Scott Miller at smiller@avonworth.k12.pa.us.

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August 18, 2023

Learn How to Spark WONDER this School Year!

When You Wonder, You’re Learning” invites teachers and parents to join them for a presentation and lively discussion on how to create joy in your child’s learning journey in your classroom, in your home, and wherever children learn.

Hosted by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, co-authors of the acclaimed book, When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids, will discuss simple things you can do to kickstart joy, curiosity, and wonder for the children in your life.

Join this FREE. dynamic presentation and engaging conversation on Tuesday, 8/29, from 8 – 9 p.m. via Zoom.

Register Today

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May 3, 2023

Ultimate Play Day Returns to Pittsburgh on Sunday, May 7

Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative, alongside event partners Trying Together, Citiparks, and ZeroFossil, will host its annual Ultimate Play Day from 1 – 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 7. Ultimate Play Day is an opportunity for people throughout the Pittsburgh region to gather together, play together, and raise awareness of the benefits of play for everyone.

This year, Ultimate Play Day will be held at Lower McKinley Park in the Beltzhoover/Knoxville area of Pittsburgh.

Local partners and community organizations offer play activities for all ages each year. This year, more than 28 vendors are participating with hands-on playful activities, entertainment, and refreshments. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of “playful” activities from vendors, including ultimate frisbee, basketball, soccer, imagination/dramatic play with costumes, bean bag toss, oversized classic games like Connect 4 and Jenga, and plenty of arts and crafts projects.

Share the Ultimate Play Day flyer with your friends, family, and neighbors!

Ultimate Play Day is a part of Remake Learning Days. Remake Learning Days returns to Southwestern PA May 4 – May 23, 2023. A special thank you to Remake Learning for providing a mini-grant to The Collaborative for Ultimate Play Day.

SLB Radio Ultimate Play Day Interview

Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative was a special guest on the Neighborhood Voices show, hosted by The Saturday Light Brigade, to talk about Ultimate Play Day!

Assistant Director of Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative Adam James and Nicole Stevens from Beltzhoover Consensus Group joined SLB Radio to talk about this special day of play, why play is important for everyone, and how this event will connect neighbors throughout the City of Pittsburgh.

Visit the Ultimate Play Day webpage to listen to this interview.

Getting to Ultimate Play Day

Ultimate Play Day is the same day as the Pittsburgh Marathon. That means there will be adjusted traffic patterns to be aware of, but that won’t stop the fun!

You can find additional directions to get to Lower McKinley Park on the Ultimate Play Day webpage.

Check out this map provided by the Pittsburgh Marathon to check the rolling road closures and openings on Sunday, May 7.

Lower McKinley Park

Learn more about Lower McKinley Park and its history before Ultimate Play Day.

Check out this informational flyer on McKinley Park from Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy.

Remake Learning Days

Remake Learning Days hosts 1200+ learning events reaching 150,000 families. The festival features events across the southwestern PA region for youth, families, grandparents, caregivers and educators to explore creative and fun ways of learning. For more information, visit remakelearningdays.org/southwesternpa.

Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative

Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative is a group of organizations dedicated to advancing the importance of play in the lives of children, families, and communities in the Pittsburgh region by raising awareness on play being a critical life element for people of all ages, educating decision-makers (from parents to legislators) to support access to play for all, and modeling play through various recreational and professional activities. For more information, visit playfulpittsburgh.org.

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April 24, 2023

Flex Space Summit – Remake Learning Days

Flex Space Summit is a day full of exploration, innovation, and inspiration, bringing together teachers, architects, furniture designers, researchers, and more!

During this one-day conference, attendees will learn about reimagining learning spaces. This conference will be held at Allegheny Intermediate Unit (475 E Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA. 15120).

This event is free to attend and is intended for adults. Registration is highly encouraged.

When: Friday, 5/5 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Where: Allegheny Intermediate Unit, 475 E Waterfront Drive, Homestead, PA. 15120

Register

For more information or questions, visit the Remake Learning Days – Southwestern PA event page, or contact Tyler Samstag at tyler.samstag@aiu3.net.

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Pop-up! Chess – Remake Learning Days

Queens Gambit will present Pop-up! Chess events across Pittsburgh every Saturday of Remake Learning Days! (May 4 – 23).

Those who attend can learn the game of chess, practice against instructors, or play with friends and family!

This event is FREE to participate in, and chess sets are provided!

When:  May 6; May 13; May 20 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: Allegheny Commons Park North Park, 810 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA. 15212

For more information or questions, visit the Remake Learning Days – Southwestern PA event page, or contact Ashley Priore at priore.ashley@gmail.com.

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Pop-up! Chess – Remake Learning Days

Queens Gambit will present Pop-up! Chess events across Pittsburgh every Saturday of Remake Learning Days! (May 4 – 23).

Those who attend can learn the game of chess, practice against instructors, or play with friends and family!

This event is FREE to participate in, and chess sets are provided!

When:  May 6; May 13; May 20 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Where: Allegheny Commons Park North Park, 810 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, PA. 15212

For more information or questions, visit the Remake Learning Days – Southwestern PA event page, or contact Ashley Priore at priore.ashley@gmail.com.