Pittsburgh Scholar House

November is National Family Literacy Month! To ring in the month, our friends at Buzzword Pittsburgh hosted a fall festivity and trunk & treat at the Providence Connections Family Support center on the Northside. PSH had the pleasure of speaking with parents about our Wayfinders Program and how it can support their educational goals. With the support of the Carnegie Science Center and the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, families explored creepy crawling bugs and animals that GLIDE. Each family received a BUZZ box filled with materials for continued learning and family reading at home. ????????????? PSH is proud to partner with Buzzword Pittsburgh in providing families the opportunity to learn, explore and grow. Visit https://buzzwordpgh.org to learn more.

Need a turkey for your Thanksgiving meal? ?? Stop by Ammons Rec Center, on Tuesday, November 26th, starting at 10 AM for a FREE turkey! The Give Back King is giving away 200 turkeys—first come, first served. Image

?? Calling All Small Businesses! ?? We’re looking for vendors to join the PSH Holiday Market, held during our annual Graduation Celebration & Holiday Mixer on Wednesday, December 11th, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Energy Innovation Center. Do you sell products perfect for holiday gift shopping? This is your chance to showcase your business while supporting a great cause! Details: ? $25 vendor fee (donated to the PSH Cares Fund) ? Applications due: Saturday, November 30th ? Notification of acceptance: Thursday, December 5th ? Payment to reserve spot: Saturday, December 7th Help make the holiday season bright for our community of Scholars and their families! For questions, contact Dr. Sherlyn Harrison at [email protected]. Complete application: bit.ly/pshvendors

Pittsburgh Scholar House is committed to creating pathways to higher education for single parents through our Wayfinders program. One of the most significant barriers they face is access to technology. By donating new or refurbished laptops, your business or organization can play a key role in closing this gap and empowering student parents to thrive academically. To explore how your company can support this initiative, reach out to PSH Engagement Coordinator, Natasha Tull, at [email protected].

Pittsburgh Scholar House would like to thank Opportunity Fund for its generous multi-year investment to support PSH’s Wayfinders Housing Program, a residential housing program with holistic programming with the goal of fostering two-generational enrichment through workshops and family development based on the Self-Sufficiency Matrix and protective factors. Opportunity Fund awards grants to small to midsize arts organizations, and organizations and initiatives that advance social and economic justice. At least 75% of its grants are awarded to projects that benefit the Greater Pittsburgh community. Read more and see a complete list of the awarded grants here: https://ow.ly/wieu50Uazf7

Celebrate the season and achievements of our scholars at the Pittsburgh Scholar House Graduation Celebration & Holiday Mixer! Join us on Wednesday, December 11, from 5–7:30 p.m. at the Energy Innovation Center for an evening filled with celebration, joy, and holiday cheer. We’ll honor this year’s graduates and recognize the academic accomplishments of our community. Enjoy refreshments, connect with scholars, families, and supporters, and share in the festive spirit of the season. Don’t miss this special evening! RSVP now at bit.ly/PSHHolidayMixer ????

The Wayfinders program at Pittsburgh Scholar House is designed to help student parents access higher education and secure a brighter future for their families. However, many face challenges with technology access. We are seeking laptop donations from businesses and organizations to ensure these parents have the tools they need to succeed in their studies while raising their children. With your support, we can bridge the digital divide and make a lasting impact. Contact Engagement Coordinator, Natasha Tull, to discuss how your organization can contribute: [email protected].

The KBK Foundation’s CSS team is excited to announce that they will host?a free coat and shoe distribution event on Saturday, November 16th. This event will occur?at the Skyline Terrace Ella Mae Hillman Center, 385 Elmore Street,?from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. During this event, KBK will offer various?coats and shoes for children. Sizes?are limited, and items will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. All children must be present to receive a coat or pair of shoes.

Congratulations to our Chief Program Officer, Dr. Sherlyn Harrison, who has been named a 2024 honoree of the New Pittsburgh Courier Women of Excellence! A visionary leader in education, Sherlyn dedicates her work to empower families and single parents to return or enroll in school, by creating life-changing programming through our Wayfinders program. We are proud and honored to have her on our team as she drives our mission forward every day. Join us on December 12th to celebrate Sherlyn and a remarkable class of honorees who are making impact within the Pittsburgh community! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/48QUnwg

At Pittsburgh Scholar House, we are committed to providing parents in our Wayfinders program with the resources they need for higher education. Access to a laptop is crucial for completing coursework and staying connected. We invite businesses and organizations to support our efforts by donating new or refurbished laptops to the Wayfinders program. Your contribution will directly impact the success of student parents pursuing academic goals and career advancement while raising their family. To learn more about how your organization can help, contact Engagement Coordinator, Natasha Tull, at [email protected]