Pittsburgh Science and Technology

From blogging to jogging, activities are integral to the Academy experience. And they mix academic relevance with the time and flexibility that students and teachers need to stay fresh and have fun.

Like most schools, the Academy provides a range of after-school opportunities. These activities adapt to the goals and expertise of Academy students and staff.

 

Unlike most schools, activities are also built into the school day in a unique third period program.

 

Period 3 is a 100-minute lunch and activity period that is used for academic support, fun activities, and advanced enrichment. The activity period is organized by quarter, making it possible for all students to participate in up to four different support or enrichment activities during each academic year. Opportunities respond to the needs of students in a fun, non-credit bearing period within the school day.

 

Examples of third period opportunities may include: