
Education
N.J. lawmakers advance plan to target human trafficking through training in schools
The International Labor Organization estimates 1.2 million children worldwide are forced into work or sexually exploited every year.
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Philadelphia’s new spot for fresh fish is … in a school?
Fishadelphia links fish harvesters in New Jersey with consumers in South Philadelphia. It's the city's first "fish-share" program, and it's run by South Philly students.
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Listen 2:16Low-performing school rebounds with academic rigor, investment in teachers
Laurel Middle School, where in 2015 barely one in seven students were proficient in math in state standardized tests, has seen a dramatic improvement following investment.
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Listen 4:42Nursing, engineering and business students will pay more at University of Delaware
The University of Delaware has announced plans to increase tuition for undergraduate students at its nursing, engineering and business schools.
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New Jersey may begin offering college financial aid for DACA students
There are more than 22,000 DACA participants in New Jersey, the ninth highest number of the so-called Dreamers in the country.
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TEDx event stresses education possibilities
Finding ways to improve Delaware’s educational system and providing opportunities for every child were the focus of a TEDx event Friday in Wilmington.
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Carrying forward my family’s HBCU legacy with four years of Black Girl Magic
Spelman instilled a sense of purpose and confidence in me and my sisters. Those years influenced my mission to give back through my career and my community engagement.
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Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf asked the General Assembly Tuesday for another $100 million in basic education spending and $20 million for special education.
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Listen 2:47Parents cry foul as school closes for Eagles' parade
A Newark-area charter school’s plans to close for the Eagles’ parade has generated mostly opposition from parents -- but the principal is holding firm.
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To compete with charters, Pa. district schools now polishing up their brands
More and more traditional public schools are getting into branding programs, says the Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators.
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Two more Philly schools will enter turnaround network
Four other low-performing schools will get extra resources for "internal" turnaround.
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Navigating public education for foster youth is a bumpy road
As I reflect on my past within the Philadelphia school system, I remember that I crossed paths with many young people who faced challenges throughout their lives.
7 years ago
Delaware debates rights of transgender students and their parents
The proposed policy was drafted over several months by a team of educators, parents, and education advocates appointed by Carney.
7 years ago
Listen 0:00As SRC nears end, Philly charter schools turn up the heat on City Hall
Hundreds of students and advocates flooded City Hall Tuesday. There they sent a message to the new power brokers in Philadelphia education.
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