Education
Temple names Richard Englert interim president in wake of Epps’ death
The university expects to complete its search for a new president by spring 2024.
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A Philly nonprofit is giving away $4 million in scholarships to tuition-based schools
Families could receive up to $3,200 to help with school tuition.
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Listen 1:05Rutgers Senate approves no confidence vote against President Holloway
The no confidence vote stemmed from recent labor disputes, a spike in housing and dining costs. and Holloway’s unresponsiveness to the community.
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“Cafeteria workers are just as important as the teachers,” said Local 54 member Ronnette Lark.
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Listen 1:05Rutgers president could face ‘no confidence’ vote on Friday
The University Senate — which represents faculty, students and alumni — drafted a resolution saying they have lost confidence in his leadership.
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Listen 1:01No more ‘brain drain’: Philadelphia is gaining young college graduates faster than other U.S. cities
The city’s “brain drain” dilemma is now firmly in the past, per a new report from Campus Philly, which also shows strength STEM.
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Some students in New Jersey district go remote, others change buildings due to mold
No completion date has been set for the mold remediation, said Superintendent Colleen Murray.
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Philly schools trailblazer Constance Clayton has died
Dr. Clayton led Philly schools from 1982 until 1993. She was the city’s first Black superintendent and also the first woman in that role.
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Listen 1:16Philly students are being taught to ‘counter’ shooters in new school shooting drills
Called ALICE, the controversial training is being implemented because the old procedure didn’t include the option to evacuate, the district says.
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Delaware’s first-ever Latinos Unidos Summit aims to empower Latino students and others
Nearly 200 Latino students will take part in the summit that’s designed to build community among young people throughout Delaware.
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‘Why is there no air?’: An inside look at Philly’s early school dismissals amid extreme heat
More than 57% of Philly public school buildings lack adequate cooling systems. As climate change makes extreme heat more likely, students are bearing the consequences.
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Pa. lawmakers want state to require Asian American and Pacific Islander education
State Sens. Maria Collett and Nikil Saval introduced a bill to include Asian American and Pacific Islander curricula in Pennsylvania schools.
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The fight to admit girls to Philly’s Central High School
It took two court battles, including a Supreme Court case, to change the status quo at what was considered a bastion of academic excellence.
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Extreme heat is cutting into recess for kids. Experts say that’s a problem
A heat wave at the start of the school year has educators scrambling to keep kids cool and safe.
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Temple launches search for its new leader
Starting this month, the university will seek feedback from the community through listening and engagement sessions.
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