Pennsylvania Education

The School District of Philadelphia planned to offer virtual learning to combat staff shortages and low student turnout.

The School District of Philadelphia could offer virtual learning to combat staff shortages and low student turnout.

Gwen Walz fired back at Donald Trump, saying he would hurt education by dismantling the Department of Education, and discussed the importance of federal funds for education.

The money will go towards roof and ADA improvements at Bell Avenue Elementary and Penn Wood Middle Schools.

As part of his reforms, Shapiro increased funding and created a new state board of education to promote coordination among colleges and universities.

Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker joined Superintendent Tony Watlington and Mural Arts executive director Jane Golden for the special dedication in North Philly.

The complaint alleges the school district violated the state Sunshine Act by excluding people without photo IDs at two recent board meetings.

Ralph won an Emmy for her portrayal of veteran teacher Barbara Howard on the hit TV show. She opens up about her career and her fight for equitable education.

The Peace Corners program, from the nonprofit Gabrielle's Wings, provides spaces for children to manage anxiety and learn about themselves at Catholic schools in Philly.

Philadelphia pioneered the school lunch 130 years ago.

Parents can learn about private, charter, cyber, faith-based and public school options, as well as how to apply for scholarships and access community resources.

About 31% of Philadelphia students in grades 3-8 scored at or above the reading benchmark on the Star Assessment in winter 2023–24.

Biden spoke at this year’s annual National HBCU Week Conference, held in Center City. The Biden-Harris administration has invested $17 billion in HBCUs since 2021.

About 21,000 freshman students move to the state for college each year, according to data from the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania.

Of the districts receiving money, the School District of Philadelphia, where damaged asbestos has repeatedly shuttered schools, received the maximum grant amount.