NFL Draft
Celebrating Pittsburgh Pride Ahead of the NFL Draft
This project highlights 15 outstanding PPS alumni who were drafted into the NFL—an achievement that reflects years of dedication, resilience, and hard work. While many more PPS graduates have gone on to play professionally, these individuals represent those who heard their names called on draft day.
A special thank you to Pittsburgh Obama teacher Joseph Ehman for organizing this meaningful recognition alongside an incredible group of student leaders:
Zaire Howze Jetter
Elijah Rawlings
Viola Aderholt
Jeanette Murray
Diori Cervantes
All seniors, and all playing a role in preserving and celebrating this powerful history.
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PPS Alumni in the NFL
Asynchronous Learning Resources for Families
Visit Pittsburgh Youth Programming During the 2026 NFL Draft
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (all branches)
10:00am-8:00pm on Wednesday/Thursday; 10:00am-5:00pm on Friday | FREE | All Ages
- Wifi, Extra devices, and staff help for online learning available
Children's section is open for any student up to 5th grade. Teen space is available for 6th - 12th grade students. We have wifi, devices, and staff available to assist students with accessing online learning.
Families can call 412-622-3114 on the day of to check on the status of the program, knowing that there may be staffing issues during the draft due to traffic and road closures.
The BJWL Out of School Time Program Located in 6 public housing communities (East Hills, Homewood, E. Pittsburgh, Coraopolis and McKees Rocks)
9am-3pm during NFL Draft week | FREE | Ages 5-17 | Lunch provided/Students can pack
- Wifi available
- Extra devices and staff help for online learning NOT AVAILABLE
Program includes STEM; SEL; Health and Wellness activities; Sports and Recreation; Arts and Crafts
Registration required via email: jmoore@familyresources.org or via phone: 412-651-3073
717 N. Homewood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208
10am - 2pm | FREE | Ages 5-12 | Lunch provided (students not permitted to pack)
- Wifi, Extra devices, and staff help for online learning available
Registration required by April 17th. Contact iharris@bcpgh.org or 412-850-2685.
Shadyside Boys & Girls Club 6 Brownell Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Estelle S. Campbell Clubhouse (Lawrenceville) 4600 Butler St. Pittsburgh, PA 15201
10am - 4:30pm | $45 | Not sure about age groups and lunch (recommend contacting them)
NFL Draft-themed fun, Games, Safe all-day programming
Registration Required!