City High In the News

In August, our innovative 4-day school week was featured on WPXI. The segment highlighted how this schedule benefits both students and staff by providing an extra day for self-directed learning, work opportunities, or rest. The feature showcased City High's commitment to student-centered learning. Read more

City High School CEO Dr. Dara Ware Allen was recently featured on iHeartMedia's *CEOs You Should Know* podcast, where she discussed her leadership at the innovative public charter school. Read more

Destiny Downer is among 400 Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship recipients to receive an up to $40,000 scholarship to study computer science or engineering starting this fall, a potential paid internship at Amazon after their freshman year of college, and more Read more

What sets City Charter High School apart? Our dedicated educators have not only earned an impressive A rating, but also the admiration of parents and students alike. They are recognized as some of Pittsburgh's best --ranking #8 in niche's 2024 High Schools with the BEST TEACHERS in Allegheny County Read more

The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission names City High CEO Dr. Dara Ware Allen to its board. The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission recognizes and supports those who perform acts of heroism in civilian life in the United States and Canada. Congratulations Dr. Allen! Read more

City High Alumni Class of 2011 Larry Hailsham joins Gov. Shapiro's administration. Read more

The Catalyzing Computer Science Learning at Home grant will extend in-school robotics learning by providing students with materials that they can take home such as Micro:bits with accessories, a Finch robot, Tello EDU Drone and/or materials to 3D and laser print accessories. Read more