Education

The School District of Philadelphia reports some higher scores for third- through eighth-grade students, higher attendance and a lower dropout rate.

Some First State districts have adopted protections for undocumented students, but advocates want state-level action to protect all students.

Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. reaffirms the 2021 sanctuary schools policy, emphasizing safe spaces for all students amid renewed immigration raids.

Attorneys representing 200,000 students alleged that 17 schools, including Penn, favored wealthy students in financial aid and admissions decisions over a 20-year period.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis announced a total of 46 state grants to enhance Pennsylvania's after-school programs and reduce gun violence in communities.

Philly’s arts education programs, like Project 440, inspire young musicians to lead and succeed.

Hip-hop music draws students to engage in an anti-bullying discussion and focus on future career goals.

Cell phones are currently banned in Cherry Hill schools.

City officials say the Office of Educational Advocacy would focus on the whole child and give City Council a voice it lost more than 40 years ago.

Watlington was awarded by the District Administration Leadership Institute.

A proposed dual-language charter school in Georgetown aims to preserve cultural roots while fostering academic success.

The $27 million center will offer classes to students and the public in subjects such as engineering, robotics, coding, chemistry and 3D printing.

Laila Erica Drew’s journey reflects what arts advocates say: school arts programs nurture discipline and teamwork — essential skills for success on stage, and in life.

Federal prosecutors contended that UD’s lack of transparency in getting a research grant caused the space agency to violate federal law.

Federal investigators cited complaints about allegedly antisemitic social media posts by a school board member, an assistant superintendent and four teachers.