PLEA

01/05/2026

Congratulations to our very own Brad!

Brad, a PLEA intervention specialist, “consistently models empathy, accountability and respect in all his interactions – with his students and their families, as well as with his colleagues,” according to his team.

Congratulations, Brad, for being named a recipient of Devereux’s 2025 Thomas Donovan Award! Learn more about our award recipients: https://ow.ly/c9TE50XQ4iy

01/05/2026

Snack time just got a whole lot more interesting in Room 361! Our students are learning to ask for what they want and they're using words, pictures, or their trusty AAC devices to get it - no guessing games here!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! ✨

2026 is officially here and we're ready for a fresh start. Wishing everyone a year full of growth, kindness, and peace. Let’s make it a great year!

12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a season filled with peace, kindness, and moments that matter most to you. However you celebrate, we hope this time brings warmth, rest, and joy as we look ahead to the new year. ✨

12/23/2025

Holiday Joy on the Three Rivers!

Our Adult Programs had a wonderful time celebrating the season on the Gateway Clipper — a cherished holiday tradition and always a highlight of the year! From the twinkling lights to the laughter, music, and breathtaking views of Pittsburgh, it was a time filled with connection, joy, and community.

These moments remind us what this season is truly about: coming together, lifting one another up, and creating memories that last far beyond the holidays. We are so grateful for our incredible individuals, staff, and supporters who make experiences like this possible.

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season and a bright New Year from all of us at PLEA — providing help and hope to those we serve.

12/19/2025

Santa made a special staff-only stop with gifts in hand for our amazing team—and for the everyday heroes around the building who help keep PLEA running! We are beyond grateful for everyone who works for us and with us to make PLEA the loving, caring, and kind place it is. Happy holidays! 🎄❤️

12/19/2025

🎅 Santa stopped by PLEA today and didn’t come empty-handed! He brought smiles, presents, and lots of holiday cheer for all of our students. We loved seeing so many families celebrate with us—it truly made the day extra special. From our PLEA family to yours, we wish you a safe, cozy, and joyful holiday season. ✨ See you in the new year! 🎄🎁

12/15/2025

Room 361 is filled with holiday spirit! Things are getting sweet with gingerbread houses, gingerbread men, and lots of cookie chaos. It’s a real treat celebrating the season in the most ginger-bready way possible! 🎄🍬

12/12/2025

🎉✨ Congratulations to Room 357 for sleigh-ing the competition and winning our Annual Holiday Door Decorating Contest! This year everyone jingled all the bells and busted out some seriously festive door-magic. Fa-la-la-la-fantastic work, everyone! 🎄🚪💫

12/11/2025

Room 362 is jingling their way into the holidays! Their adorable wreaths will make our hallways so cheery, even the walls might start humming carols.

12/09/2025

Room 313 is decking the halls…and the door… and probably themselves a little, too, as they gear up for our annual holiday door decorating contest! Go get ’em, team!!

12/05/2025

Rooms 314 and 357 are officially winter-ready! 🥶❄️☕ Today’s mission: survive the cold with hot chocolate and buckeyes. Verdict? Warm hands, full bellies, and festive vibes! 🎅