Education
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Stockton University unions seek to avoid layoffs to address a $25 million deficit
With declining enrollment and rising costs, the university informed two unions it is considering layoffs to close the budget gap.
In 2025, international student enrollment declined for the first time in years, leading to an estimated $50 million loss for Pennsylvania.
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Parents sue Central Bucks School District, allege ‘concerted cover-up’ of abuse
A former school board member and his wife say that their 10-year-old son endured “horrific abuses” at the hands of instructors in an autistic support classroom.
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Nikole Hannah-Jones on her school choice
New York Times Magazine writer Nikole Hannah-Jones joins us to talk about her viral essay, “In Fighting for Every Black Child, Did I Betray My Own?”
Air Date: September 29, 2026
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Studio 2 Extra: the state of Philly’s public schools with Superintendent Watlington
With school back in session, Dr. Tony Watlington joins Studio 2 co-host Cherri Gregg to discuss Philadelphia’s public schools. He t ...
Air Date: September 18, 2026 1:00 pm
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The Big Tech backlash in schools
How Big Tech pushed into classrooms, the growing presence of AI chatbots in education and the resistance building among parents, teachers and some students.
Air Date: September 17, 2026
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Overbrook High School celebrates 100 years of shaping Philly stars
The West Philly school that produced Will Smith, Wilt Chamberlain remembers a century of nurturing greatness, while looking forward to a hundred more.
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Citing ethics investigation, Rutgers-Newark faculty members call for removal of Dean Mattis
The letter calling for the removal of Jacqueline Mattis comes as a former judge investigates an ethics complaint against the Newark dean.
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Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro signs legislation guaranteeing 30 minutes of recess to elementary students
The governor signed a bill Wednesday that was approved by the state legislature as part of the 2026-27 budget.
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New leader of Philadelphia organization for arts in schools sees hope in collaboration
As Anjoli Santiago takes the helm of Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership, the state has changed its arts funding priorities.
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Alfonso Q. Llano Jr. took over the state-run school district in March. Parents are calling for more transparency from the state.
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The “bell-to-bell” bans face skepticism from students and parents. After going phone-free, early adopters say the difference is striking.
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Big Fix: Solutions for higher education
Is a college degree worth it? More families are asking that question as tuition skyrockets.
Air Date: August 26, 2026
Listen 51:12Education is a public good that shapes our communities. With analysis of the education policy questions that affect you or your children, original reporting on local public and charter schools, and in-depth storytelling from programs like Schooled, WHYY keeps you informed on the changing landscape of education in greater Philadelphia and across Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and Delaware.