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Education
West Chester school district asks Pa. officials to delay opening of Clock Tower Schools
West Chester’s attorney sent a letter to state officials saying the district isn’t prepared to provide education services to students when Clock Tower opens on July 1.
1 year ago
A look at the trial — and ruling — that could change Pa.’s school funding system forever
Pennsylvania’s constitution says the legislature has to provide for a “thorough and efficient” system of schools. But what does that really mean?
Air Date: June 20, 2023
Listen 32:11The NCAA looks to weed out marijuana from its banned drug list
An NCAA panel asked the association to treat marijuana like alcohol. The NCAA is expected to make a final decision on the matter in the fall.
1 year ago
Girls’ High grad speaks out after being denied diploma on stage after dancing during ceremony
"I was so embarrassed. I couldn't even enjoy the rest of the graduation," said Hafsah Abdur-Rahman.
1 year ago
‘Youth Set The Stage’ showcased films, documentaries, and podcasts at WHYY
WHYY, Philly Cam, Poppyn, Lil Filmmakers, Big Picture Alliance, Motivos, PA Youth Vote, Scribe, and Philadelphia Student Union sponsored the event.
1 year ago
Listen 1:02Philly teens learned to install solar panels. Then asbestos closed their school
The celebrated Bright Solar Futures program went on, but without its key hands-on element.
1 year ago
Listen 3:35What two starkly different Philly-area high schools tell us about how Pa. funds education
Two neighboring public schools show the inequity of school funding. “Schooled” looks into the forces at play, and how a lack of resources affects everyday life.
Air Date: June 13, 2023
Listen 27:21Disputes over education spending, cash reserves emerge as Pa. budget deadline approaches
The Democratic-controlled state House passed a budget plan this week that includes a major boost to education spending.
1 year ago
After three-year debacle, Delaware has plan to remove lead from school drinking water
It’s taken two rounds of testing, and the process was marred by sloppiness and a lack of transparency, but a $3.8 million “shot of adrenaline’’ is coming.
1 year ago
Listen 2:04Pa. officials spent $12.6M on private lawyers to fight challenge to state’s education funding
The legal battle, two state officials privately acknowledged, carries one of the highest price tags for outside lawyers in decades.
1 year ago
'Schooled' returns with a deep dive into funding and equity in public education
Public education in America is still divided between the haves and have-nots, and the problem doesn’t get much worse than in Pennsylvania. But change could be coming.
Air Date: June 6, 2023
Listen 1:5990 Philadelphia schools to dismiss early Friday due to heat
Officials say the impacted schools do not have sufficient cooling systems and will dismiss two hours early.
1 year ago
Teachers leaving their jobs at an accelerating rate in Pennsylvania, new study finds
Teachers are leaving their jobs at an accelerating rate in Pennsylvania, amid fears of a nationwide exodus of burned-out teachers.
1 year ago
Temple University students can earn class credits by working as Philadelphia lifeguard
There are six city pools, one within a mile radius of the North Philadelphia-based campus.
1 year ago
‘We know what to do’: Philly superintendent reveals 5-year strategic plan for schools
The plan aims to be a five-year roadmap to safer schools, higher student achievement, and cost-effective operations.
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