02/08/2026
We love seeing how the Pace School community continues to ripple outward in meaningful ways. đź’™
Recently, a former Pace School staff member shared how his time with us continues to shape the work he does today within a local school district. The lessons learned at Pace—meeting students where they are, leading with compassion, and believing in every child’s potential—don’t stay within our walls. They travel with our educators, influencing countless students and families long after their time here.
That lasting impact is also reflected in the incredible leadership we’re fortunate to have right now. Coming soon, we’ll be highlighting a current Pace School administrator who many of you know and admire—someone who leads with heart, purpose, and a deep understanding of what it means to partner with families. As a parent herself, she knows firsthand the hopes, challenges, and determination that come with advocating for a child.
Her story, and the work she does every day to help improve the lives of our students and their families, is featured in Pittsburgh Parent Magazine. We can’t wait to share it with you.
Stay tuned—because Pace School’s impact is built on the people who carry our mission forward, yesterday and today. 💙
As Matthew Richards approaches every day with a creative zest and unyielding commitment to his students, he feels assured that he’s in the right place.“I don’t think I would want to teach anything ...
