
Education
Community College of Philadelphia strike averted after tentative deal reached
Union members had recently voted to authorize a strike Wednesday morning if an agreement had not been reached.
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Penn faculty ordered to halt $175M in federal research funding as Trump upheaval deepens
The termination follows threats last week from the Trump administration. The White House has not told Penn how it can get the money back.
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Camden Schools Superintendent Katrina McCombs to step down July 1
The Camden native, who led the state-run school district for the last seven years, will transition to a state role.
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Listen 0:55Ricardo Vila is the latest Delaware educator charged with sex or child porn crimes. Police say he sent explicit photos to an eighth-grade girl.
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Listen 1:23How far can $12M go? Breaking down Mayor Parker’s education budget proposal
Advocates, educators and council members are gearing up for budget season. Here’s what they’re saying about Mayor Parker’s proposed education spending.
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‘Secret garden’ planted at Wilmington day care in time for spring blooms
The outdoor classroom and neighboring pollinator and vegetable garden in West Center City are among more than two dozen similar projects led by the Delaware Nature Society.
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Listen 2:03What could Trump’s move to dismantle the Department of Education mean for Pa. and N.J.?
Trump's executive order aimed at dismantling the Education Department follows drastic staffing cuts. Advocates say the changes could put critical school funding at risk.
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Swarthmore disciplines students involved in protests against war in Gaza
Students say they were surprised by the “unprecedented” penalties dealt out by the college following protests in 2023 and 2024.
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Parent, administrator offer two perspectives on Philly schools’ challenges
Mental health crises, poverty and lack of resources all play a part in students’ struggles.
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In addition to layoffs, failed referendums in Indian River and Smyrna districts will lead to larger class sizes and reduced programs.
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Listen 1:27Trump administration freezes $175M in funding to Penn over trans athlete policies
“This is immediate proactive action to review discretionary funding streams” to the University of Pennsylvania, a senior White House official told WHYY News.
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The complaint against the Cape Henlopen School District alleges a lack of proper resources, curriculum and compliance with federal law.
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Listen 1:46Harvard University extends free tuition offer to students with family incomes under $200,000
The Ivy League school joins other prestigious colleges, including UPenn, in raising income limits for free tuition and other supports.
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Listen 1:37Faculty, staff at Community College of Philadelphia vote overwhelmingly to authorize strike
Union members are pushing for higher wages, improved staffing and free public transit for students.
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New report shows struggles, successes of Philly-area students
The Children First report, released once a decade, highlights how mental health, violence, poverty and underfunding affects Philly schools and students.
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