Education

The board said it is not yet prepared to act on termination proceedings for Superintendent Steven Yanni and another administrator.

Whitney Jones said he wanted assurance economic benefit would be for the city and the school district, “so we’re not continuously signing our kids up for the short change.”

The city school district and local colleges are making plans to help students and staff navigate SEPTA’s looming service cuts.

Advocates say the state lacks transparency on school drinking water quality and attempts to remove lead contamination.

Schools in southeastern Pennsylvania fail short on testing and remediating mold and lead.

The administrators were placed on leave earlier this year following abuse allegations in a special education classroom at Jamison Elementary School.

The Simple Library gives Kensington residents a space to read and gather, with plans for student book clubs during school year.

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.

The state’s independent, private colleges contributed more than $29 billion to local communities in 2024, according to a report they commissioned.

The demolition ceremony marked the beginning of a soon-to-be-built new building, which will open in 2029.

The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.

District officials in both cities say it is more difficult to offer rigorous and expanded courses in under-enrolled schools.

Residents, businesses and organizations can donate new school supplies through August 22.

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.

Philly has a need for more certified teachers. Experts say a solution is multifaceted.