Articles in Pittsburgh Youth Radio Corps
Taylor Allderdice – Gun Violence
On May 13th, students at Taylor Allderdice were asked what they thought about the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting on December 14th, 2012, gun violence in general and whether stricter gun laws could help prevent future tragedies.
From There to Here…2013
As part of their Spring 2013 Social Studies unit, twenty-three Winchester Thurston School fifth graders interviewed people who came to the U.S. from other countries.
Taylor Allderdice – Music
On May 6th, students at Taylor Allderdice were asked–after having discussed a wide range of topics chosen for them–what they wished to discuss; they chose “Music.”
Taylor Allderdice High School – The Boston Marathon Bombing
On April 29th, students at Taylor Allderdice High School were asked what they thought of the recent bombing at the Boston Marathon. The discussion evolved into a series of “What if?” scenarios, chief among them: “What if it had happened in Pittsburgh?”
Taylor Allderdice High School – The American Dream
During our third weekly after school program, students were asked to reflect on the “American Dream” and what it means to them. This project was conducted in collaboration with the Neighborhood Learning Alliance.
Propel East – 7th and 8th Grade – Radio Opinion Pieces
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As part of a 12-week Creative Arts program focused on the power of the human voice, Propel East 7th and 8th graders researched, wrote, produced and edited short radio opinion pieces. They learned about conducting interviews, conforming to a process, working in groups and meeting production deadlines.
Propel East – Third Grade – It’s Cool to Care
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In Spring 2013 and as part of a 6-week Creative Arts program focused on radio broadcasting, Propel East third graders identified social issues that concerned them. They then researched, wrote and recorded these public service announcements to promote organizations working to address these issues.
Propel East – 5th Grade – It’s Cool To Care
In Spring 2013 and as part of a 6-week Creative Arts program focused on radio broadcasting, Propel East 5th graders identified social issues that concerned them. They then researched, wrote and recorded these public service announcements to promote organizations working to address these issues.
Taylor Allderdice High School – My School
During our second weekly after school program, students were asked what they thought of their school and what–if any–changes they would make. Already trained in the art of basic sound recording, the kids explored that day’s topic.
Taylor Allderdice High School – Three Favorite Things
On April 8th, 2013, students at Taylor Allderdice High School attended their first after school radio class. After learning proper microphone technique and the basics of a Marantz digital recorder, the students then made these recordings cataloging some of their favorite things.
