Education
Bucks County Community College students can now get their bachelor’s degree in Wales
The higher education collaboration was sparked in part by “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” creator Rob McElhenney’s relationship with the Welsh city.
12 months ago
Breakthrough trains teachers, aids students in Philadelphia’s underrepresented communities
“We’ve served over 1,600 students since we've been founded, and we’ve served over 550 teaching fellows,” said Michelle Palmer.
12 months ago
Pennsylvania schools still pursuing solar projects despite federal tax credit rollbacks
None of the schools that received Solar for Schools grants have told the state they’re pulling out due to federal tax credit rollbacks.
1 year ago
Listen 1:23Auditor Lydia York’s report finds fault with how Appoquinimink’s superintendent, finance chief and school board oversaw finances.
1 year ago
The principal at Dobbins High is an alum, and spoke movingly of the school’s “strong legacy.”
1 year ago
The crisis in higher education
Colleges and universities are facing declines in funding, enrollment and foreign students, as well as people questioning the value of college as tuitions rise.
Air Date: September 2, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Teachers union ratifies 3-year deal with Philadelphia school district
The contract proposal, approved by 70% of members, included a 3% pay hike, $1,400 bonus and improved working conditions.
1 year ago
Listen 1:07Philadelphia Catholic schools review safety protocols after Minneapolis shooting
“Providing safe environments for everyone … is always a top priority,” said Ken Gavin, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s chief communications officer.
1 year ago
The move from a “paramilitary mindset” to a more service-oriented model is the goal of a five-year strategic plan, Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.
1 year ago
Swatting group ‘likely responsible’ for campus shooter hoaxes at Villanova and others: Report
Analysts believe it's very likely a swatting group made false emergency reports targeting at least 10 universities, including Villanova.
1 year ago
Federal cuts threaten Princeton University program for formerly incarcerated persons
The university’s Prison Teaching Initiative has built partnerships to scale programs that provide formerly incarcerated students with research opportunities.
1 year ago
Listen 3:30After Villanova shooting hoax, fake reports of active shooters stir fear at U.S. college campuses
The hoax calls and false alarms have hit at least 12 college campuses from Arkansas to Pennsylvania.
1 year ago
Philadelphia School District, teachers union reach agreement on first day of school
On a day when a first round of SEPTA cuts made getting to school a challenge for some, the district and teachers union celebrated a three-year deal.
1 year ago
Philly students wake up earlier and face longer commutes due to SEPTA cuts
The first day of the school year in Philadelphia coincides with less-frequent buses and shortened routes.
1 year ago
Ban it or use it? How teachers are grappling with generative AI in the classroom
Generative AI tools have transformed classrooms. But local teachers and school districts are still deciding on whether, and how, to use them.
1 year ago
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