K-12
Supreme Court rejects appeal over Pa. school’s transgender bathroom policy
The justices on Tuesday rejected an appeal from students who argued that allowing transgender students to use the same facilities violated their right to privacy.
7 years ago
Review of Philly schools could mean closures, boundary changes
The announcement could unnerve homeowners in gentrifying neighborhoods or neighborhoods with low-enrollment schools.
7 years ago
Jim Kenney cares a lot about the children of Philadelphia. Has he done enough for their schools?
Some of Kenney’s boldest moves have come on education issues. But he’s also taken a restrained approach to the city's school system.
7 years ago
After 36 years, a girl is the middle school math champ
In March, Vivian Loh became the first girl ever to win the Pennsylvania MATHCOUNTS competition.
7 years ago
Bernie Sanders unveils plan to overhaul public education
Bernie Sanders on Saturday released his plan for reforming public education, including halting federal funding of new charter schools and banning those that are for-profit.
7 years ago
5 ways the SAT has tried to reinvent itself
The SAT has undergone many, many changes over the years. Here’s a brief look at some of its redesigns.
7 years ago
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren stumps in Northeast Philly, presents education plan
Promising tuition-free public colleges and retiring student loan debt for millions if she’s elected president in 2020, Sen. Warren met with members of the American Federation
7 years ago
Battle of the metal warriors: Local high schools vie in first regional Liberty Bots competition
With a focus on workforce development in manufacturing, students from local high schools were partnered with representatives from local manufacturers.
7 years ago
Saluting the unsung heroes of education in Bucks, Montgomery
The Council for the Advancement of Public Schools recognizes four unsung heroes serving in schools in Bucks and Montgomery counties in Pennsylvania.
7 years ago
West Chester professor wants to be a voice (coach) for teachers
More than half of teachers say they’ve had some sort of voice disorder during their career. A West Chester professor is working to help them.
7 years ago
Listen 2:33N.J. school can’t fire ex-priest who impregnated a 16-year-old 30 years ago, ruling says
N.J. arbitrator says the district was aware Joseph DeShan impregnated a 16-year-old and can’t fire him for conduct from before he was a public employee.
7 years ago
Meet the 35 live tilapia swimming around a Fishtown classroom
Kids at Adaire love the 300-pound aquaponics tank — and teachers think all schools should have one.
7 years ago
Top 10 job opportunities in Philly region for workers without college degree
The majority of Americans don't have a college degree. But there are many non-college jobs that pay reasonably well.
7 years ago
8 ways to teach climate change in almost any classroom
Fewer than half of K-12 teachers told us that they talk about climate change with their children or students.
7 years ago
In 2018, a Philadelphia Inquirer investigation showed that lead paint, asbestos and mold were common fixtures in many of Philadelphia's school buildings.
Air Date: April 23, 2019
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