
Education
Why a request for West Chester district data on LGBTQ students spurs privacy worry
Officials denied most of the sensitive information sought, but the demand raised concerns about infringing rights of students and families.
3 years ago
Florida’s governor signs controversial law opponents dubbed ‘Don’t Say Gay’
The law says public school teachers may not instruct on sexual orientation or gender identity in grades kindergarten through third grade.
3 years ago
Some kids are happy to ditch the mask at school, others struggle with the transition
Children's mental health experts have advice for how to help kids deal with masking uncertainty – and deal with peer pressure if their mask choice isn't popular at school.
3 years ago
This year’s March Madness Cinderellas? A group of Peacocks from North Jersey
The Saint Peters Peacocks could make history tonight if they become the first No. 15 seed to advance to the NCAA men's college basketball tournament's Elite Eight.
3 years ago
Principals, district officials clash over new Philly schools budget
The overall budget increased for Philly’s public schools. But some principals say their schools have been shortchanged.
3 years ago
Temple’s public safety director stepping down amid wave of gun violence near campus
Executive Director of Public Safety Charlie Leone will leave his post effective April 29.
3 years ago
Drexel’s Ubuntu Center launches teach-in series on health equity
The Ubuntu Center aims to bridge connections between scholars, residents, and advocates about entrenched inequities created by racism and other systems of oppression.
3 years ago
‘Disappointed, but proud’: Princeton celebrates women’s basketball team after loss in tournament
Though the season ended in a loss to Indiana in the second round, Princeton is celebrating what the women’s basketball team accomplished after a year off.
3 years ago
‘Heartbreaking loss’: Beloved Wilmington principal who cut kids’ hair killed in motorcycle wreck
Terrance Newton bonded with kids with his clippers, scissors, and compassionate words. Gov. Carney calls the principal’s death a “heartbreaking loss.”
3 years ago
Listen 2:06Pennsylvania approves stronger charter school regulations
A Pennsylvania regulatory board is supporting Gov. Tom Wolf’s proposal to subject charter schools to stronger ethics and accounting measures.
3 years ago
This school wasn’t built for the new climate reality. Yours may not be either
Hurricanes, wildfires and floods: Across the country, climate change is driving more severe weather, and many schools are not prepared.
3 years ago
Philadelphia high schools to get later start time in the fall
School District of Philadelphia high schools will have a new start time of 9 a.m. starting next school year.
3 years ago
Lia Thomas posts top time in 500 prelims at NCAAs
The University of Pennsylvania senior, who is the No. 1 seed, advanced to Thursday night’s final with her top time of 4 minutes, 33.82 seconds.
3 years ago
Meet the finalists: What Philly’s 3 superintendent hopefuls said during their job interviews
All three candidates for Philly’s top schools job visited the city this week for their public vetting. A final decision is just around the corner.
3 years ago
Listen 5:11Better air in classrooms matters beyond COVID. Here’s why schools aren’t there yet
Boosting ventilation and filtration lowers the risk of transmission, and is linked to higher test scores and better health. But making upgrades is more complex than it sounds.
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