Pennsylvania Education

“This is immediate proactive action to review discretionary funding streams” to the University of Pennsylvania, a senior White House official told WHYY News.

The Children First report, released once a decade, highlights how mental health, violence, poverty and underfunding affects Philly schools and students.

The Philadelphia School District runs the farm, which has ambitious plans to train for careers beyond “cows and plows.”

The union members’ action comes after more than a year of unsuccessful contract talks.

Overbrook students spend recess in a bare-bones concrete yard. Now, they’re working with Trust for Public Land to reimagine the space.

Philadelphia education leaders are raising the alarm as a massive Education Department staffing cut threatens federal programs.

The idea for the new institute emerged from an 18-month study and conversations with community stakeholders. It will be funded through government and private funds.

The repeal of a federal ban on immigration enforcement in schools by President Donald Trump has stoked fears about what it could mean for the community.

Need in Deed gathered a panel of advocates and officials to discuss safety amid an avalanche of executive orders from the new president.

The school district was at the heart of Pennsylvania’s historic fair funding trial, yet financial issues continue to haunt William Penn.

Thanks to the renowned concert pianist's foundations Philly second- and third-graders are discovering the piano.

Last year, the state passed a budget with record education spending. Shapiro is asking for more money for education, including more than $500 million more for schools in need.

The School District of Philadelphia reports some higher scores for third- through eighth-grade students, higher attendance and a lower dropout rate.

Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. reaffirms the 2021 sanctuary schools policy, emphasizing safe spaces for all students amid renewed immigration raids.

Attorneys representing 200,000 students alleged that 17 schools, including Penn, favored wealthy students in financial aid and admissions decisions over a 20-year period.