By: Sienna Rodriguez 12^th grade, PA Distance Cyber Charter School 

We’ve grown up hearing our parents tell us, “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” Which is a lot easier said than done at most times. For example, Joshua Rivera is a 20 year old student attending Seton Hill University in Greensburg. With a major in Exercise Science and well kept impression, you would have never known that he has Body dysmorphic disorder. Read more [...]

By Matthew Miramontes- 12th Grade, Cornell High School

After riding up an elevator to the tenth floor at the Theater Square Garage, you are greeted with smiling faces, the smell of freshly squeezed lemonade, and the sounds of laughter and live music. If any of these ring a bell then you must have been at the Downtown Rooftop Shindig. Read more [...]

By Erin Sheedy-11th Grade,Oakland Catholic High School

For some, the words "foreign policy" bring flashes of horrific images of AP Gov or boring lectures on the Cuban Missile Crisis. But honestly, being fluent in foreign policy doesn't have to be difficult or boring, especially in an age where information is at our fingertips. Read more [...]

By Emma Paulini- 12th Grade, Fox Chapel Area High School

On a summery Wednesday afternoon, the bright sun welcomed all to the Shady Side Academy Farmers Market. A steady stream of customers flowed into the parking lot of the Shady Side Academy (SSA) Senior School, where the market runs every Wednesday from 3-6 pm during the months of June through October. Read more [...]

By Katrice Stallworth - 9th Grade, Trinity Christian School

When brainstorming ideas for a story, Nick doesn’t write with a distinct plan, but “flies by the seat of his pants”; therefore, is described as a “pantser.”.... His newest book Sophie Quire and the Last Storyguard, like his other publications, started as a sketch. Read more [...]

By Grace Doerfler-11th Grade, Oakland Catholic High School

I'm very excited to write for Pittsburgh Youth Media this summer! I am looking forward to attending and reporting on some of the events happening around the city, enjoying the action and gaining experience as a youth reporter. Read more [...]

By Katrice Stallworth- 9th Grade, Trinity Christian School

Katrice is a rising ninth grader at Trinity Christian School. She resides in Penn Hills. Katrice participated in a writing workshop at Luminar; as a reward for competing in an essay competition. She participated in Western Pennsylvania Writing Project the past 3 years, she plays basketball, runs track, and enjoys reading.   Read more [...]

By Serena Zets- 11th Grade, Pittsburgh CAPA

I'm excited about being a youth correspondent because journalism is an effective vehicle for social change. I've dedicated my voice and platform to bringing awareness to the injustices that are challenged by my favorite social justice issue: intersectional feminism. Read more [...]

By Sydney Brown- 12 Grade, Mount Lebanon High School

Honestly, I couldn't see myself doing anything else. A career in journalism is an admirable one, traveling the world and giving voice to everyday people. Although media is a public entity, being part of an interview feels intimate, almost private. A journalist is brave, inquisitive, and unafraid of what the world will throw at them. Read more [...]

By Emma Paulini- 12th Grade, Fox Chapel Area High School

I'm excited to be a Pittsburgh Youth Media reporter this summer! I love learning about events in and around our city and spreading the news of these happenings. Working with and making connections with others from across the area, including the teen reporters, mentors, and those we meet while covering a story, is meaningful and gives a big-picture, interconnected perspective. It is amazing to have this opportunity to share our voices as youth reporters. Read more [...]