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Philadelphia students are learning how to reduce the impacts of climate change and protect the watershed — and earning a “green ribbon” in the process.
11 months ago
Listen 1:13Job recruiters are seeking out Philly’s graduating high school seniors
Students from Mastery Charter Schools met with recruiters from 25 organizations to learn more about the opportunities available after graduating.
12 months ago
South Jersey schools would bear the brunt of proposed state aid cuts, led by Burlington County
An analysis by WHYY News shows that 15 school districts in Burlington County would see some kind of cut in state aid.
12 months ago
Philly’s pilot program for year-round school is starting to take shape
The goal is to reduce the “summer slide” where students' minds aren’t stimulated and subject matter needs to be re-taught after vacation.
12 months ago
Listen 0:54Princeton and Brandywine high schools win nationwide STEM competition
The schools earned $100,000 grand prizes for their innovations.
12 months ago
Philly Mayor Parker calls for cooperation following school board dispute
Mayor Cherelle Parker warned of outside forces attempting to use the disagreement to drive a wedge between her office and City Council.
12 months ago
Pa. school district cancels actor Maulik Pancholy’s speech over his activism and ‘lifestyle’
Pancholy, who is gay, was scheduled to speak against bullying during a May 22 assembly at Mountain View Middle School in Cumberland County.
12 months ago
Shapiro says Pennsylvania will move all school standardized testing online in 2026
The governor said he would like to get rid of the federally required standardized tests altogether, but that would mean losing $600 million in federal aid.
12 months ago
Collingswood students’ unofficial club under investigation for alleged racism, harassment
School district officials notified parents about a “non-sanctioned group of students who engaged in unacceptable actions.”
12 months ago
Philadelphia school district to end controversial practice of leveling
The district will use central office cuts and energy savings to fund the discontinuation of a process that moves educators early in the school year based on enrollment.
1 year ago
A Southwest Philly high school is partnering with CHOP to guarantee jobs for graduates
The partnership will prepare Hardy Williams Academy Mastery Charter School graduates for full-time positions at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
1 year ago
The annual AERA conference is in Philly this week, focusing on how research and policy changes can help provide educational opportunities for everyone.
1 year ago
Leaders hope to avoid the “summer slide” with more than 30,000 slots available for youth entertainment and education.
1 year ago
Their project involves an AI-powered stuffed animal that allows people to practice Mam, a Mayan language spoken in Guatemala.
1 year ago
Listen :54Mayor Cherelle Parker nominates 9 for Philly school board, a mix of new and returning faces
Parker said the nominees have an enthusiasm and zeal for student achievement, adding that she chose them because they put children first.
1 year ago