Report: Many Pennsylvania school districts fail to address environmental hazards
Schools in southeastern Pennsylvania fail short on testing and remediating mold and lead.
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Listen 1:02Central Bucks school board holds public hearings on termination of superintendent, principal
The administrators were placed on leave earlier this year following abuse allegations in a special education classroom at Jamison Elementary School.
8 months ago
Philadelphia teachers will be present for first day of school, but September walkout looms
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.
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Listen 1:07Study spells out impact of Pennsylvania private, independent colleges on their communities
The state’s independent, private colleges contributed more than $29 billion to local communities in 2024, according to a report they commissioned.
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The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.
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Pennsylvania universities cutting costs through layoffs, mergers to meet financial challenge
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.
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Listen 1:39Delaware County Community College extends deadline for free teaching pipeline program
The free initiative gives students the ability to earn up to 38 college credits toward an education degree during their junior and senior years of high school.
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Listen 0:48Penn researchers vote to unionize amid federal health and science funding threats
Organizers campaigned on salary increases and job security, especially for international scholars. They will soon bargain on a contract.
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Listen 1:30Education Department says it will release billions in remaining withheld grant money for schools
President Donald Trump’s administration had withheld over $6 billion in funding on July 1 as part of a review to ensure spending aligned with the White House’s priorities.
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Penn’s lawsuit against drugmakers joins hundreds of similar accusations. The defendants insist the charges are without merit.
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Listen 1:32Here’s what you need to know about the federal battles over education funding playing out this week — and how they'll affect Philadelphia's and Pennsylvania's schools.
9 months ago
Philadelphia Clef Club undergoing $4.5 million renovation to expand jazz education
Founded in the 1960s, the club is upgrading its facilities and reimagining its education program.
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Listen 1:16Norristown is ‘effectively out’ of school space. The district has approved a $12M expansion project
Norristown Area School District is installing prefabricated additions to Cole Manor Elementary School, Hancock Elementary School and the administration building.
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Listen 0:57Philadelphia schools could lose millions as Trump administration withholds federal money
States around the country were expecting to receive already-approved federal education funding by July 1. The Department of Education announced a review at the 11th hour.
9 months ago
The district’s agreement with DOJ to delay prosecution of criminal charges describes asbestos issues at 31 schools.
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