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Montour Spartan Express 2018-2019
We’re in full swing at Montour High School and excited to be part of another year of Spartan Express Radio! Bookmark this playlist and check back often to see all the stories and features these students are creating.
B.F. Jones Memorial Library
We’re thrilled to be working with young people at the B.F. Jones Memorial Library in Aliquippa! Over the course of our Saturday sessions we’ll be helping area students make thoughtful recordings and learn the basics of audio editing.…
Propel Northside Community Wellness Center Opening
On September 13th, Propel Northside celebrated the opening of the Propel Northside Community Wellness Center. Our microphones were rolling to find out more about the exciting new initiative.
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Woodland Hills Prime Time 2018-2019
6th, 7th, & 8th graders at Woodland Hills Jr. High School's Prime Time After School program learn the basics of audio production while expressing and reflecting on their personal experiences. Propel Braddock Hills STEM Camp 2018
In the summer of 2018, five Propel Braddock Hills Middle School students participated in field trips to Alcosan, PPG, the FBI, MSA, and Inventionland in Pittsburgh, PA to learn about their work explore various careers in STEM fields. Upon conclusion, …
Faison Back to School Event
Youth Express microphones were rolling at Pittsburgh Faison for PPS' Back to School event! Take a listen to students from all over the district to hear about the day's offerings, as well as what they are excited for this school year. Northside Stories…
On May 7, 2018,in collaboration with Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation, thirty-four 6th graders from Manchester Academic Charter School interviewed people who live and work on the Northside to learn more about its buildings, history and people. This audio contains excerpts from these interviews.This project was made possible with funding support from the McSwigan Family Foundation. Getting to the Point Season 2
In Summer 2018, eight students created these radio features while taking part in The Heinz Endowments Youth Philanthropy Internship Program. The resulting features cover issues identified by the interns during research and field work conducted throughout the summer. While SLB provided training and coaching, the features presented below were conceived and created entirely by the students. Students also recorded reflections of their summer experience.
Inclined to Care: Lifting the Alleghenies to New Heights, 2018
IN SUMMER 2018, the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies welcomed ten Youth Philanthropy Interns. This 8-week program was made possible through a grant from The Heinz Endowments and is based on its long-running similar program in Pittsburgh. Throughout their internship, students assessed community needs and developed two opportunities for local non-profits to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to address these needs. In addition to their grantmaking, interns created these radio documentaries with training from SLB Radio Productions in Pittsburgh. SLB will air the features across its 10-station network. Fountain of Youth Philanthropy, 2018
In summer of 2018, the Community Foundation of Westmoreland County Youth Philanthropy Internship Program brought together ten high school students and recent graduates as summer interns. The 7-week Youth Philanthropy Internship Program was made possible through a grant from The Heinz Endowments and is based on the successful model of the Heinz Endowments’ own program in Pittsburgh. Throughout the internship’s duration, students assessed community needs and developed funding opportunities for local non-profits to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to address these needs, with a total of $70,000 granted within Westmoreland County. In addition to their grantmaking, interns created these radio documentaries around important community issues. 
