
Education
The Marple Newtown Education Association says the affluent district spends the lowest portion of its budget on wages in comparison to nearby districts in Delaware County.
2 years ago
Philly schools need billions in repairs and upgrades, district leaders tell City Council
District officials hope Gov. Shapiro’s new budget priorities on education will help provide funding for some of the much needed work.
2 years ago
At discussion about university finances, Rutgers union workers demand raises and new contract
The demonstration adds another page to the stalemate between union workers and Rutgers administration.
2 years ago
Listen 1:17Black female athletes: Having Black female coach is crucial
Black female representation in the coaching and sports administrative ranks has often existed on a minute scale.
2 years ago
Jason Wingard resigns as Temple University’s president, effective Friday
Embattled Temple University President Jason Wingard submitted his resignation to the university's Board of Trustees, effective March 31.
2 years ago
Fights lead to new bathroom rules at Pennsbury High School in Bucks County
Only four students are now allowed in a restroom at one time, and the bathrooms are monitored. Students say many bathrooms are locked.
2 years ago
Esports industry enters next level in South Jersey
Stockton University and Camden County College hope to match the passion students have for competitive video games with career opportunities.
2 years ago
Listen 4:31The Duane Morris law firm is reportedly charging Central Bucks School District $300,000 to $500,000 a month, for at least three months.
2 years ago
Listen 5:00Book ban attempts hit record high in 2022, library org says
A new report from the American Library Association says attempted book bannings and restrictions at school and public libraries continue to surge, setting a record in 2022.
2 years ago
Out of more than 900 union members, 84% support the vote of no confidence against three university leaders, including President Jason Wingard.
2 years ago
Two bright Philly students win spots in the Scripps National Spelling Bee
The winners, an eighth grader and a fifth grader, won first and second place in the regional bee hosted at WHYY.
2 years ago
Central Bucks School District spent over $250,000 to defuse anti-LGBTQ criticism
The school district has spent at least a quarter of a million dollars on attorney’s fees and public relations services since May, and the full amount is likely much more.
2 years ago
Quest to put more pre-K schools in low-income Wilmington neighborhoods takes another step
By this fall the Stubbs Early Childhood Assistance Program will serve more than 300 children at three sites, all in low-income areas of town.
2 years ago
Temple University faculty deciding on whether to hold no-confidence vote on president, executives
The union held a meeting to discuss concerns about how President Jason Wingard has led the school since taking over in 2021.
2 years ago
Temple graduate students ratify new pact, end 6-week strike
The Temple University Graduate Students Association says Monday evening that the vote was 344 to 8 in favor of ratification.
2 years ago