
Education
The Dept. of Human Services has denied an application from the Clock Tower Schools, which shares an address and phone number with the closed Glen Mills Schools.
3 years ago
A flurry of moves by Central Bucks School District leaders has ignited another battle over civil rights for the LGTBQ community in Bucks County.
3 years ago
How four Philly students ended up working for their principal as teachers
Philadelphia Principal Marla Travis not only kept in touch with four former students: They became teachers at her school, thanks to the example she set.
3 years ago
Del. State Univ. president ‘incensed’ over Georgia police drug search of lacrosse team bus
The women’s team was on its way home from playing games in Florida and Georgia when the bus was stopped. Officers ransacked their luggage but found nothing illegal.
3 years ago
Listen 1:45Weapon scans begin for Philadelphia School District middle-schoolers
The weapons screenings are taking place upon arrival for middle schoolers at six schools each day.
3 years ago
Hindu priest calls for more N.J. schools to add Diwali to their calendars
Schools in N.J. must excuse students who celebrate the Hindu holiday. But a Nevada-based Hindu priest wants the holiday added to every district calendar.
3 years ago
Nonbinary student denied choice of health class at Central Bucks school
Students who are gender-nonconforming or trans could access health classes by attending the classroom corresponding to the student’s sex assigned at birth.
3 years ago
Listen 2:16Country music icon Dolly Parton celebrates success of Imagination Library in Wilmington
She has performed on stages all over the world, but the biggest impact of Dolly Parton’s career could be helping millions of kids develop a love for reading.
3 years ago
Temple University holds first in-person commencement ceremony in two years
Although the class of 2022 spent several years learning remotely, they finally got a chance to experience one of college’s most memorable moments face-to-face.
3 years ago
Wolf announces $5 million investment in Cheyney University’s ThinkUbator project
Cheyney University is probably best known as the nation's oldest historically Black university. But soon, it could also become known for being a leader in biotech.
3 years ago
How the Constitution teaches students to disagree civilly
A recent RAND Corporation survey found that nearly 75% of school district leaders nationwide felt political polarization interfered with their ability to teach their students.
3 years ago
Want to know the condition of a Philly school building? New map to help
As part of an effort to address aging buildings, the Philadelphia district says a new interactive map will help communities learn more about local schools.
3 years ago
Central High School’s new president makes history
Katharine Davis has been named the 15th president of Central High School, becoming the first woman and the first African American to lead the 186-year-old institution.
3 years ago
Rutgers women’s basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer announces retirement
She led the Scarlet Knights to the NCAA title game in 2007 when they lost to Tennessee.
3 years ago
Prominent Temple professor who founded Hope Center placed on administrative leave
Sara Goldrick-Rab is a leading voice on college affordability. The university is reviewing complaints about her leadership.
3 years ago