Environmental Charter School Pittsburgh

A little rain (all 3 mornings!) couldn’t stop us from celebrating Walk, Bike and Roll to School days at ECS high, middle and intermediate schools this year!
We celebrated our District’s commitment to active and sustainable transportation with raffles, smoothies and more! We are so proud of all of our students and families who show their commitment to sustainable modes of transportation every day (including roller skates)!
Huge thanks to BikeECS for coordinating these events and all of the incredible biking programming we are so lucky to have at ECS.

Our 9th graders had an incredible Aqua Lab Adventure at at Moraine State Park last week!

Watch this great video from their trip - they learned how to sample for microplastics, explore the hidden impacts of pollution, and build a deeper, more meaningful connection to the waterways around them. Through paddleboarding, hands-on science, and outdoor exploration, students become both researchers and stewards of their local environment.

Led by the Watersmith Guild, Aqua Lab Adventures blends environmental education, adventure, and storytelling to empower the next generation of changemakers—one waterway at a time.
Learn more: www.watersmithguild.org

Aqua Lab with the Environmental Charter School of Pittsburgh Step onto the water with students from Environmental Charter School...

We LOVED participating in the Disney Musical Student Share Celebration at the Benedum Center downtown! Our students did a FABULOUS job and our musical team is so proud of them for such a successful musical season.

What an incredible opportunity for our students!
ECS students who are part of Hosanna House, Inc.’s Center for Aviation Technology and Training (CATT) took their learning to the skies with exciting discovery flights at County Airport.
For many, this was their first time in a small aircraft, and some even had the opportunity to take the controls.
Through hands-on experiences like this, students are building confidence, exploring STEM careers, and discovering that their future has no limits.
🚀 The sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning.

We had a great visit with Mayor O'Connor yesterday! The Mayor spent about an hour with MS, sharing his hopes and vision for Pittsburgh and fielding questions from students. From asking what his plans are for the City, to how he hopes to tackle affordable housing, knotweed, and the energy grid - students had a chance to dig into the pressing
issues, and even get autographs. Thanks for the Visit Mayor!

Friendly reminder….Tomorrow (Tuesday, May 19) is conference day!

Today!!! We can’t wait to see you at GreenRoots 2026!

We hope you are ready to join us THIS Friday, May 15, for GreenRoots 2026!

We have so many exciting things planned at BOTH locations that you won’t want to miss. This isn’t just a showcase—it’s a festival of growth where you can see our mission in full bloom as we feature the incredible student voices and community partners that make our school a living, breathing ecosystem. From the seeds of curiosity in our youngest learners to the Character, Commitment, Catalyst, and Collaboration shown by our graduating citizens, GreenRoots is where our collective impact takes center stage.

GreenRoots 2026
May 15, 2026
K-5 Event (Location: Intermediate School)
Green Roots Festival: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

6-12 Event (Location: Middle School)
Green Roots Festival: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Capstone Celebration & Awards: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM

A quick added bonus… if you ride your bike to Middle School for GreenRoots you can get a free bike tune up by our bike maintenance Enrichment class!

8th grade families - don’t forget all 8th grade students are required to present their poster project at GreenRoots. Please complete this form to indicate your student's participation and travel plans.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

We hope you are ready to join us THIS Friday, May 15, for GreenRoots 2026!

We have so many exciting things planned at BOTH locations that you won’t want to miss. This isn’t just a showcase—it’s a festival of growth where you can see our mission in full bloom as we feature the incredible student voices and community partners that make our school a living, breathing ecosystem. From the seeds of curiosity in our youngest learners to the Character, Commitment, Catalyst, and Collaboration shown by our graduating citizens, GreenRoots is where our collective impact takes center stage.

GreenRoots 2026
May 15, 2026
K-5 Event (Location: Intermediate School)
Green Roots Festival: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

6-12 Event (Location: Middle School)
Green Roots Festival: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Capstone Celebration & Awards: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM

A quick added bonus… if you ride your bike to Middle School for GreenRoots you can get a free bike tune up by our bike maintenance Enrichment class!

8th grade families - don’t forget all 8th grade students are required to present their poster project at GreenRoots. Please complete this form to indicate your student's participation and travel plans.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!