Come to SciTech on Thursday, May 31st from 10:25-11:25 for a Q&A with current SciTech juniors and seniors. Visit with some of your favorite SciTech staff afterwards. If you are interested in coming, message us on Facebook or email Mrs. Theuret at stheuret1@pghboe.net.
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SciTech Awards Night Time Correction
There was an error on the letter given to students notifying them that they are nominated or will be receiving an award at the SciTech Awards Night scheduled for Thursday, May 17th. The event begins at 6:00pm NOT 6:30pm, we apologize for this error.
All students that are nominated or will be receiving an award have been notified. 
Students Mummify Apples!
Today 7th graders studied the mummification process of Ancient Egypt by taking part in the process using an apple. They started by washing and adding spices to the apple. Then they removed the brain (stem) and internal organs (seeds). Then covered in salt to help the dehydrating process. If interested in trying at home check out: http://www.planet-science.com/categories/experiments/chemistry-chaos/2011/11/mummify-an-apple!.aspx
STEM Workshop for Middle School Students
On Tuesday, April 24th physicians from the University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Emergency Medicine and medical students facilitated a STEM workshop for students interested in health sciences such as Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and Public Health to SciTech middle school students. The Student National Medical Association (SNMA)’s mission is to increase the number of underrepresented students in medicine. This was led by Casey Tompkins-Rhoades. She has worked through Pitt’s BSU chapter with SciTech students during her undergraduate degree and continues this partnership as she excels in her studies. Their agenda included 10 minute rotation stations in which students gained expertise in taking vital signs, creating tourniquets & splints as well as goal setting. Student participants received stethoscopes to share their new found knowledge with friends and family.
Participate in the SciTech Multi-Cultural Night- April 17th
Would you like to be part of the annual SciTech Multi-Cultural Night sponsored by the SciTech PTO? They are currently looking for performers and people to facilitate activity tables for the April 17th event and volunteers. The event is from 6-8pm, performances will have 20 minute time slots. This will also be a potluck dinner so you can enjoy some delicious food! This event is for all SciTech students and families!
We have had a variety of activities and performances facilitated by students, families, and student organizations which included: Irish Dancing, Arabic Writing, Japanese Calligraphy, Hip Hop Dancing, African Drumming, Chinese YoYo, Photo Slideshows and Artifacts from other countries and much more!
If you are interested in participating in this event you can sign-up at this link.
Resources for Families During PPS Strike
Below are resources for our families in the event of a strike. This area of our website will be updated as more resources become available.
Childcare Support Compiled by A+ Schools
Food Service Options- Rec Centers Around the City- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack
United Way of Allegheny County- Child Care, Youth Programs, Food Assistance
Call 2-1-1 or 1-888-553-5778
Allegheny Partner for Out of School Time (APOST)– many after school programs are opening their doors for students during the day. Use this locator to find a program and contact them to see if they are providing programs for students during the day.
Social Justice in Digital Art
High school students chose a social justice issue they wanted to address through art. They conducted independent research on their topic to develop a clear understanding of the issue and created multimedia posters, blending traditional art with digital art. These can be found throughout the first floor hallway.
