The South Fayette School District is excited to welcome an array of influential, impactful, and timely speakers to our High School Studio each month. These events are open to the public and there is no charge to attend. We do ask that you
register for each event that you plan to attend.
The 2023-2024 Speaker Series is brought to you in collaboration with UPMC Children's Hospital Foundation, South Fayette SHOUT Club, and Parents As Allies (PAA).
Please join us to hear the mesmerizing words of each of our speakers:
Speaker(s) | Topic | Date |
Sean Gibson | The powerful legacy of the Negro Leagues and his great-grandfather, Josh Gibson
| Thursday, October 19, 2023 |
Vanessa Herring | A career showcase including hosting a local Steelers show in high school to her own shows on QVC
| Wednesday, November 1, 2023 |
Noelle Conovaer | The founder of "Matt's Maker Space" will share how her team has donated STEAM labs to schools across our region. | Thursday, December 7, 2023 |
Bill Isler | The President and CEO Emeritus of the Fred Rogers Company will reflect on his days with Mr. Rogers and the impact of spin-off shows
| Thursday, January 11, 2024 |
Joseph Yun | Insights into the innovations of Artificial Intelligence from an industry expert
| Thursday, February 8, 2024 |
Jess & Jorgen Pedersen | Spouses share how the went from waiting tables to becoming tech and robotics investors and pioneers
| Thursday, March 7, 2024 |
Zach Betz | SF alumnus, TEDx star, and advocate for Autism Acceptance shares his remarkable journey
| Tuesday, April 4, 2024 |
Champions of Hope | More information is forthcoming. | Thursday, May 2, 2024 |