
Education
Kensington library offers alternative while public libraries are closed
The Simple Library gives Kensington residents a space to read and gather, with plans for student book clubs during school year.
4 weeks ago
Philadelphia teachers will be present for first day of school, but September walkout looms
The teachers union and school district have made progress on some issues, but the union head said teachers are prepared to walk if a deal isn’t reached.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:07Study spells out impact of Pennsylvania private, independent colleges on their communities
The state’s independent, private colleges contributed more than $29 billion to local communities in 2024, according to a report they commissioned.
4 weeks ago
As building gets demolished, community celebrates legacy of Camden’s Eastside High School
The demolition ceremony marked the beginning of a soon-to-be-built new building, which will open in 2029.
1 month ago
Listen 1:08The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.
1 month ago
School closures loom over Pittsburgh and Philly. How they want to handle middle school differs.
District officials in both cities say it is more difficult to offer rigorous and expanded courses in under-enrolled schools.
1 month ago
Montgomery County is holding a back-to-school drive for families in need
Residents, businesses and organizations can donate new school supplies through August 22.
1 month ago
Listen 0:46Pennsylvania universities cutting costs through layoffs, mergers to meet financial challenge
The belt-tightening follows drops in the number of college-age students, federal fund cuts and higher costs. Ten universities have closed or merged since 2016.
1 month ago
Listen 1:39As back-to-school season nears, Philly teacher shortages remain
Philly has a need for more certified teachers. Experts say a solution is multifaceted.
1 month ago
Drexel’s Biomed Summer Academy attracts high schoolers interested in STEM careers
The four-week program provides interactive learning about the frontiers of biomedical research.
1 month ago
Listen 1:34A look at colleges with federal money targeted by the Trump administration
Like no other president, Donald Trump has used the government's control over federal research funding to push for changes in higher education, including at Penn and Princeton.
1 month ago
Fab Youth Philly brings playful learning to city’s Playstreets
The organization’s Play Captain program allows teens to become leaders through workforce development training and activity leading on Playstreets.
1 month ago
Delaware County Community College extends deadline for free teaching pipeline program
The free initiative gives students the ability to earn up to 38 college credits toward an education degree during their junior and senior years of high school.
1 month ago
Listen 0:48Philadelphia found a way to keep kids learning in the summer, without federal dollars
Federal pandemic relief money supercharged summer learning. When that funding expired, Philadelphia found a way to keep its program going.
1 month ago
Trump’s power play with Penn, other universities
After major concessions from schools like Virginia, Columbia, and Penn, it seems the Trump administration's efforts to reshape higher ed are making inroads.
Air Date: July 28, 2025 12:00 pm
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