Run, Jump, Throw, and Grow!
The benefits of Physical Education are undisputed – young bodies need to move to be healthy. At Catalyst Academy, we use PE class […]
Celebrating Catalyst Scholars
For young children, anticipating the celebrations for milestones like birthdays or holidays, builds so much excitement they can barely contain their glee. But […]
Growth in the Community Garden
A garden is a burst of color, a sign of growth and renewal, a reminder that a little dirt, water and sunshine will […]
STEM at Catalyst Academy
Kindergarten and first grade may sound too soon for STEM activities, but early exposure is the key to unlocking a student’s curiosity and […]
Reading Matters!
Reading is transformative. Reading impacts how we communicate with others and bridges how we identify with others. Reading is a vital foundational skill […]
How Catalyst Academy Opened During a Pandemic
This article originally appeared in the Pittsburgh Business Times on March 22, 2021. It was written by Julia Mericle.
Here’s how […]
Social Emotional Learning at Catalyst
At Catalyst we are dedicated to preparing our scholars to achieve their dreams. By closing achievement and opportunity gaps, our educational philosophy seeks […]
Make the Switch: Grade 2
Changing your child’s school can feel daunting. Sometimes it’s more daunting for parents than for the student. Here we’re focusing on the second […]
Why is Play Important?
At Catalyst, play time is very important to us. We ensure our scholars get PE four days a week! Plus plenty of recess […]
