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Education

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Studio 2
K-12
Philadelphia

From Ludlow to Overbrook, Philly superintendent discusses district’s plan to close 20 schools

The district plans to close 20 schools, citing declining enrollment and hazardous buildings. Leaders say the move will help improve remaining schools. Parents are concerned.

Air Date: February 9, 2026 12:00 pm

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K-12
Music
New Jersey
Performing Arts
Visual Arts

‘Staying level might be a win’: Arts education in N.J. set a standard but faces greater financial pressures and continued inequity

Nearly 1 million New Jersey students take arts classes by law. Advocates say sustaining those gains amid budget pressures is the next fight.

1 month ago

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Higher Education
New Jersey

Princeton’s president says university will tighten budget because of endowment outlook

Though the Ivy League institution is financially strong, Christopher Eisgruber said it must be more efficient in the future.

1 month ago

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K-12
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Students, educators cite impact on Black students and lack of transparency in rally against proposed Philly school closures

At Thursday night’s Board of Education meeting, community members and advocates gathered to voice their critiques and defend their schools from closures.

1 month ago

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K-12
Pennsylvania

Haverford High School teacher among 5 finalists for National Teacher of the Year

Leon Smith teaches history at Haverford High School. The Council of Chief State School Officers will announce a winner this spring.

1 month ago

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A Philadelphia school bus
K-12
Philadelphia

20 Philadelphia schools could close next year. Here’s what you need to know

The district is weighing closures in light of under-enrollment, outdated facilities and budget constraints.

1 month ago

Snow is removed in the aftermath of a winter storm in Philadelphia, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026
K-12
Philadelphia
6abc

School District of Philadelphia and city’s archdiocesan schools to operate virtually on Wednesday

Crews around the city have been working around the clock since the storm hit the region on Sunday.

1 month ago

Studio 2
K-12

The Big Fix: Remaking K-12 Education

We are launching a brand new monthly series we’re calling "The Big Fix." Each month we’ll tackle one of the country’s biggest issues and think big on possible solutions.

Air Date: January 27, 2026 12:00 pm

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Delaware
K-12
Kids

Delaware recibe una subvención de 8.7 millones de dólares para ayudar a los profesores a integrar la alfabetización con las clases de educación cívica e historia.

Delaware fue uno de los 24 beneficiarios de la subvención federal. El dinero se destinará a apoyar la educación de niños con dificultades académicas de grados 4 a 12.

1 month ago

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Schooled

Schooled: The cascading impact of 'Abbott Elementary' Episode 2

This two-part Schooled podcast by WHYY News highlights aspects of the Philadelphia School District that serve as an inspiration for a hit ...

Air Date: January 23, 2026

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Flier for rhe podcast Schooled
Schooled

Schooled: The cascading impact of 'Abbott Elementary' Episode 1

This two-part Schooled podcast by WHYY News highlights aspects of the Philadelphia School District that serve as an inspiration for a hit ...

Air Date: January 23, 2026

Listen 15:03
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Government
K-12
Politics

Lawmakers visit Delco’s William Penn School District to celebrate increased education budget

State lawmakers cited student gains and a landmark court ruling on equity that sided with the district.

2 months ago

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Kristen Shepherd
Higher Education
Pennsylvania

PAFA selects Kristen Shepherd as new president and CEO, looks to lead institution ‘as a force’ in American art

With more than 25 years of experience in the arts leadership sector, Shepherd will take the reins of the nation’s oldest art museum starting on Feb. 9.

2 months ago

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K-12
LGBTQ
Pennsylvania
Sports

Trump administration investigates Great Valley School District over transgender sports policies

The U.S. Department of Education’s probe into the Chester County school district is one of 18 new investigations against educational institutions across the country.

2 months ago

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the School District of Philadelphia headquarters
K-12
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
6abc

20 schools in Philadelphia could close under district’s updated facilities plan

All schools impacted will have a transition team to work with the staff and community.

2 months ago

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