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Pa. school districts stressed over rising costs for pensions, special-ed and charters
Pa. school districts say rising fixed costs are leading to property tax increases and cuts to programs.
6 years ago
Democratic legislators say fixing school funding is a moral imperative
The opportunity gaps in Pennsylvania between rich and poor, black and white, are among the highest in the nation.
6 years ago
Cape Henlopen parent sues school officials, claiming daughter was molested
The suit claims a school staff member molested a 17-year-old in Cape Henlopen High School. It alleges the incident was just one of many instances of inappropriate behavior.
6 years ago
As Philly tallies homeless population, advocates say families are overlooked
Advocates for Philadelphia’s homeless are demanding more funding for family shelters and prevention.
6 years ago
Pa. school districts say later start times are boosting grades
Pennsylvania schools that have pushed start times later say the logistical hurdles are worth it for students who are more awake and alert.
6 years ago
Racial slur or point of pride? Why the debate over the Neshaminy ‘Redskins’ persists
Why has the Neshaminy School District in Bucks County refused to give up a decades-old nickname for its sports teams that many consider to be a racial slur?
Air Date: January 24, 2019
Listen 15:29There’s new blood leading Pennsylvania’s House and Senate Education Committees. Both chairmen talked about the upcoming legislative session.
6 years ago
Volunteers paint 100 murals at Kensington High School for MLK Day
The goal was to brighten the atmosphere of the 102-year old school with 100 murals throughout the building.
6 years ago
After racist taunts, Quakertown students hold first MLK Day of service
Last year, Quakertown students taunted and threw rocks at students from the majority-black Cheltenham district. As a response, the district held its first MLK Day of Service.
6 years ago
Delaware unveils online 'report card' for public schools
Delaware's new schools 'report card' is colorful and interactive. Users can find an array of information on academics, enrollment, school climate and faculty.
6 years ago
1,000 volunteers will paint inspirational murals at Kensington High on MLK Day
At Kensington High, volunteers intend to paint 100 murals reflecting the ideals of Martin Luther King Jr. and other inspiring figures.
6 years ago
Youth in Pa. residential institutions unsafe, disconnected, denied quality education
Lack of adequate oversight by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services has resulted in children being put in harm’s way.
6 years ago
$60 million boost in Del. education funds sought for English learners, poor students
Gov. Carney wants Delaware's school districts to craft initiatives that benefit children who do poorly on state's standardized tests compared with children of means.
6 years ago
Listen 1:23Pa. school board punts on policy to allow teachers to carry guns
The board approved the policy in September, making it the first district in Pennsylvania to sanction armed teachers. The teachers union quickly sued, followed by parents.
6 years ago
Charter school intends to honor Philadanco dance founder
A pending String Theory charter school in West Philadelphia will be named after the African-American dance pioneer.
6 years ago