Education
As classes begin, Philly ‘turnaround’ school hoping for a rebound year
Andrew Brooking’s future at Philadelphia’s Blaine Elementary seemed uncertain.
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Listen 6:47Del. whiz kid wins gold at global physics competition, continues path of supernova
Much has been made of Delaware's poor to mediocre student test scores, but thousands of kids do measure up in math. Then there's YuQing Xie, a supernova of a student.
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Student loan watchdog quits; blames Trump administration
In the letter, obtained by NPR, Frotman accuses Mulvaney and the Trump administration of undermining the CFPB and its ability to protect student borrowers.
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A prayer for seizing opportunity
As our Philly students start a new school year, I know they feel like they have all the time in the world to fulfill their dreams. But I have 3 words for them: Life is short.
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A portrait in data of the typical Philadelphia teacher
The typical Philadelphia teacher is a white woman with a bachelor’s degree, about a decade of teaching experience, and a median annual ...
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Education Dept. proposals on guns in schools sparks outcry
he Education Department says it is weighing whether to allow states to use federal funds to purchase guns for schools
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Another Pa. Catholic college removes name of bishop called out by grand jury
King's College and Misericordia University, both in the Scranton area, have buildings named after J. Carroll McCormick.
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Know an LGBTQ student itching to study abroad? Here are some things to think about
For queer people, the decision to go abroad can come with some added questions.
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Wolf calls Wagner’s new education funding proposal ‘abracadabra math’
Pennsylvania Republican gubernatorial candidate Scott Wagner has a ...
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With glossary of city slang, Philly students create jawn for new teachers
The handbook contains sections with student perspectives on classroom situations, reminiscences of inspiring teachers, and a listing of the latest slang.
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Pa. funding lawsuit moves toward full trial as court dismisses latest objection
Plaintiffs believe Pennsylvania’s system for funding education has violated the state Constitution on multiple fronts
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5 ways to ease back into your school schedule
That time of summer is here…when the stores are filled with school supplies, bus schedules and teacher assignments are announced and ki ...
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Critics warn that well-meaning reforms may be lowering the quality of college
Signs emerge that some are cutting corners to produce more graduates more quickly.
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Edged out of the middle class, teachers are walking out
Dissatisfied with low pay and school funding, teachers in more red states are poised to protest.
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Teachers turning to free supply shops to outfit their classrooms
The Teacher Supply Swap, a free store for educators in Baltimore, is serving a community with a child poverty rate higher than the national average.
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