Amanda Fitzpatrick is WHYY News’ city education reporter. She has worked as a television anchor, reporter, and managing editor in Charlotte, Atlanta, Dallas, and Wilmington, North Carolina. She has vast broadcast experience, including filing radio newscast updates, and she enjoys keeping up with listeners and audiences across social media. She’s covered education, politics, and culture. Amanda has been active in the community in each media market she’s worked in. In addition to her journalism experience, she spent a year working as a public information officer for a 600-member police department.
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Philly School District reports record enrollment and uptick in graduating seniors
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The Pennsylvania State Education Association is concerned about the Trump administration's plans to eliminate the Department of Education and its impact on students.
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SEPTA continues talks to avert strike, allowing 55K Philly students to have transportation to school
The School District of Philadelphia planned to offer virtual learning to combat staff shortages and low student turnout.
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AP calls Senate race in Pa., McCormick declared winner while incumbent Casey doesn’t concede
The AP named Republican candidate David McCormick as winner of the Senate seat in a race against Democratic incumbent Bob Casey. Casey’s campaign is not ready to concede.
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55K Philly students could be without transportation to schools if SEPTA strikes
The School District of Philadelphia could offer virtual learning to combat staff shortages and low student turnout.
3 months ago
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Casey still ‘confident’ despite trailing in Pa. Senate race
The race for the coveted Senate seat remains undecided.
3 months ago
Casey’s Scranton legacy on full display as voters show up in droves for final push
In a last-minute push for votes, Casey highlights economic issues, child tax credits and tax cuts while continuing to rally support in his hometown ahead of Election Day.
3 months ago
Gwen Walz advocates for education in interview with WHYY News
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.
3 months ago
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VP Kamala Harris makes stop at Philadelphia’s Famous 4th Street Deli
Workers say the presidential candidate ordered a pastrami sandwich and potato pancakes at the corner deli that serves traditional Jewish food.
3 months ago
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William Penn School District awarded $2.5M in state funding for building improvements
The money will go towards roof and ADA improvements at Bell Avenue Elementary and Penn Wood Middle Schools.
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