4 Things To Do Before School Starts That Isn’t on the Supply List

As both a seasoned educator and a parent of young school-aged children, Chelsea Bennardo brings a unique perspective to back-to-school prep. Entering her 20th...
Two school-age girls are reading books out in a grassy field in the summertime.

5 Things for Families To Know This Month in Pittsburgh: August

Tally up your summer reading challenge books for a final check-in, support student art, check out a special exhibit dedicated to "Gabby's Dollhouse" and...

BBQ Quest: Your Pittsburgh Treasure Map To Local Eats

Summer is here, and with it the chance to spend time with family and friends. What better way to celebrate summertime than by going...
David Deramo - North Allegheny School District's new superintendent for Fall 2026

June: 5 Things for Families To Know in Pittsburgh

Summer break is almost here, and there's a lot to look forward to for families in the Pittsburgh area, from early Fourth of July...
Lilly Taylor at the Sharpsville Girls Wrestling Tournament

The Rise of Wrestling

On any given day after school, you will find the three Taylor girls — Lilly, Jovi and Kenzlee — practicing the sport that fuels...
A girl playing golf

What Does Home-Schooling Look Like?

Home-schooling has been on the rise in recent years. While some families see home-schooling as a necessary “last resort” response, others see home-schooling as...

7 Ways to Make The Most of Your Snow Day

Do you wanna build a snowman? (It doesn't have to be a snowman.) With a forecast of snow accumulating between 8 inches and 12...

Parent You Should Know … Nicole Stachura

In a world that often asks women to choose between career ambition and family life, Stachura is forging a path that embraces both in...
Two adults and a child who appear to be family grocery shop together.

Poll: Where Do You Like To Grocery Shop Around Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh families, we have a new feature on pittsburghparent.com! Go to our polling page, pittsburghparent.com/poll to answer a question each month about parenting, family...

Pittsburgh Parent Wins 6 Parenting Media Association Awards in 2025

Pittsburgh Parent won six awards at the 2025 Parenting Media Association Awards, which honors achievements in parenting journalism across the United States. These awards,...