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The value of faith based/private school’s in the Burgh
The debate between public and private schooling continues to thrive. While both options provide quality education, the value of a private school education is at the forefront for some local parents. Many private schools have a strong emphasis on instilling moral and ethical values, fostering a sense of responsibility, empathy and respect in their students. This approach aims to mold students who not only excel academically but also contribute positively to society. Susan Fariss is an educator and parent of a 15-year-old freshman who attends Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School in Oakland. “Central Catholic provides a very warm and welcoming environment, not only for students, but parents as well,” says Fariss. “We chose a private education because my husband attended Central Catholic and had an incredibly positive experience.” Fariss wanted their son to experience the same sense of brotherhood and camaraderie that they feel is part of the Central Catholic culture. The close bond is the norm at Central Catholic, shares Fariss. Another benefit the Fariss family has found at Central Catholic is that the school provides more student diversity than their home district. There are students from over 60 different school districts that attend the high school this year, and of those, approximately 35 schools sent just one student from this academic freshman class. Students have the benefit of meeting peers from a wide geographic area with diverse backgrounds.
Pitt All 105: WR Zion Fowler-El Working to Crack Wideout Rotation
All 105 is a Pittsburgh Sports Now series profiling each of the 105 members of the Pitt 2024 training camp roster. Zion Fowler-El, a redshirt freshman wide receiver from St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City, N.J. 2023 season: Fowler-El played in just one game as a true freshman last...
Trump shooter’s gun club defends its culture: ‘That’s not us’
A gun club nestled in heavy woods on the outskirts of Pittsburgh was thrust into the national spotlight after one of its members tried to assassinate former President Donald Trump on Saturday. Clairton Sportsmen’s Club denounced the "senseless act of violence" in a statement Sunday, acknowledging that the shooter, Thomas...
Steelers Cut Ties with Versatile Safety
In a corresponding transaction to the signing of inside linebacker Tyler Matakevich on Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Steelers released safety Jalen Elliott. The Notre Dame alum had three stints with the Steelers over the past calendar year, but did not appear in a game last season. Elliot was released at the...
Pittsburgh Pet of the Week: Strudel
Strudel is a nine-year-old senior bun who came to us after his bonded partner passed away and they could no longer care for him. He is currently living in a foster home. He loves to be pet, brushed and groomed. He enjoys chewing on cardboard – which is his favorite enrichment activity. Strudel’s vision is impaired, so he does not see too well. He would do well in a home with children 13 and older, who will respect his space. He could live with another rabbit pending a successful meet and greet.
Talk Pittsburgh Links: July 17, 2024
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'No Integrity or Humanity': Donald Trump Slammed for Profiting Off Assassination Attempt by Selling $299 Sneakers
Donald Trump is profiting off his assassination attempt — and people aren't happy.The former president is selling a $299 pair of sneakers that highlights the moment he was shot at by Thomas Matthew Crooks during a Trump rally in Butler, Penn., on Saturday, July 13.The white high-top shoe features a photo of Trump taken moments after the assassination attempt, with his fist held in the air as an act of defiance. The words "FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT" can be seen displayed in blue underneath the cut-out picture of the ex-prez.Near the ankle part of the kicks is a pattern of a...
Bethel Park, Butler and Milwaukee, and how MAGA hate persists
I grew up in Peters Township, a suburb of Pittsburgh that buttresses Bethel Park, the community where Donald Trump’s would-be assassin, James Crooks, lived. Bethel Park was a rival to Peters Township in many ways, especially when our sports teams faced each other. We disliked each other when those games occurred. And though there may have been a township line that divided the two communities, in so many ways, Bethel and Peters just blended together. The phrase “A great place to raise a family” comes to mind.
Carroll grad Shirk weighs in on being picked by Pirates
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Four years ago as a senior at Carroll High School, Jake Shirk topped out a 84 miles per hour on the mound. This past year as a senior at Wright State the righty registered 96 MPH on the radar gun – a good reason he was selected in the 18th […]
Best Virginia vs. Brotherly Love: Game time, stream info, more for TBT Pittsburgh Regional
The race to $1 million in The Basketball Tournament (TBT) begins this weekend, and as always, one loss is enough to knock a team out of contention in the 64-team, winner-take-all tournament. Here is everything you need to know about Best Virginia’s first-round matchup in TBT’s Pittsburgh Regional this weekend....
Visually Impaired Man Robbed at Downtown Pittsburgh T Station, Suspect Philip Montgomery Charged
A visually impaired man became the victim of a robbery within the confines of an elevator at the Steel Plaza T station in downtown Pittsburgh, authorities reported. The incident occurred last Wednesday around 4 p.m., where a 52-year-old man was approached and offered assistance by a suspect wearing a yellow vest, which escalated to the man being robbed, according to WPXI.
Rock on! Gem City preparing for annual gem and mineral show
The Gem City Rock and Mineral Society is gearing up for its 54th annual gem and mineral show and sale at the Zem Zem Shriners Club this weekend. Twenty-year rock and gem enthusiast Bill Phillips gave us an inside look at his collection and showed off how he treats and polishes stones of all kinds.
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