Communities in Schools of Pittsburgh — Allegheny County (CISPAC) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to surround students of the greater Pittsburgh region with a community of support empowering them to achieve in school and succeed in life. CISPAC works side by side with schools as analysts, developers, facilitators, managers and trainers. Their work results in improved student outcomes, increased parental and community engagement, active and coordinated resource providers, an infrastructure for maintaining high student outcomes and, the fulfillment of the community vision for student success – empowering every student to be given a genuine opportunity to achieve academically.
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JeanAnn Quilts Website
Jean Ann Wright has been making quilts for over 50 years. She is former editor of international quilting magazine QUILT as well as The Quilting Quarterly publication for the National Quilting Association. She has written numerous books, published over 30 patterns, designed numerous custom trim tools and is currently a consultant to several major fabric manufacturers. When teaching, she encourages her students to avoid the safe choices and instead see what new images they can create when they step out of their comfort zone.
FlexEngage Website
Flexible Engagement Resources is a consulting firm that provides advice and training in the application of Flexible Engagement skills and behavior for clients in corporate, non-profit and other organized enterprises. Its co-founders are Robert Schuetz, MBA and Stuart Libman, MD. Marking their intersection in the Flexible Engagement value proposition, they each bring extensive experience in assisting clients in their respective fields, Bob as a management consultant specializing in the area of Human Capital and Stu as a physician specializing in the area of Human Behavior.
Herbert’s War Website
Herbert’s War is the compelling first book by author Ron Kaiser. A gripping story of devious behavior at the highest levels of our government, and also includes incidents of attempted murder, bribery, and suicide. Learn why Mike Wallace and 60 Minutes joined the White House, the Pentagon and the Army to help silence one lone war hero from telling the truth.
LifeSafetyPro Website
Pittsburgh Firefighter Jeremy Manke wanted to bridge the gap in life-threatening emergencies, so he became the LifeSafetyPro. The Life Safety Pro provides in-home and on-site CPR, First Aid, Home Safety and Prevention Training in the Pittsburgh, PA area.
Rob Ruck Website
Rob Ruck is an author, historian, and professor of the history of sport at the University of Pittsburgh. In courses, books, and documentaries, he’s focused on how different groups of people use sport to tell a story about themselves. We recently worked with Rob to build a website showcasing his work, in particular his newest book, The Tropic of Football, which will be released in July. If you’ve ever admired Troy Polamalu flashing down the field and wondered about his background, you’re going to want to read this book!
Church of the Redeemer Website
This progressive, welcoming, and justice-oriented community located in Pittsburgh, PA needed a website update that would reflect who they are. Through bright colors, photographs, and graphical elements, the site welcomes newcomers and expresses their identity as a church.