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The two vacancies were created in the fallout behind the resignation of former president Wasim Muhammad.
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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.
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Listen 1:24Better pay, cultural competency part of 10-year plan to improve Delaware schools
A recent survey underscores the need for better teacher compensation, professional development in cultural competency and universal early childhood care in Delaware.
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Listen 1:26‘Brand new era’: Delaware athletes can now make money from ads, but one high school went way too far
The state has relaxed its ban on endorsements, but the longtime prohibition against players in uniform and on school property remains.
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Listen 1:59Gwen 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.
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Listen 1:22VP 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.
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Listen 0:44William 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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Listen 0:59How Delaware will update curriculum to represent all racial and ethnic histories
The state's educational landscape is evolving — schools are incorporating diverse racial narratives into the curriculum.
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Listen 1:42Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker joined Superintendent Tony Watlington and Mural Arts executive director Jane Golden for the special dedication in North Philly.
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Listen 1:57Schools in Pa. and N.J. are getting money for electric school buses
Electric buses don’t release tailpipe pollution, so they’re better for the climate and healthier for kids.
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Listen 1:14Souderton Area School District is sued, drops ID checks at Wednesday’s board meeting
The complaint alleges the school district violated the state Sunshine Act by excluding people without photo IDs at two recent board meetings.
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Listen 1:10New social emotional learning program implemented at Philly’s Independence Mission Schools
The Peace Corners program, from the nonprofit Gabrielle's Wings, provides spaces for children to manage anxiety and learn about themselves at Catholic schools in Philly.
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Listen 1:31Food fight: The history of the school lunch at Philly’s Science History Institute
Philadelphia pioneered the school lunch 130 years ago.
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Listen 1:46School safety: Survey finds most teachers question active shooter drills
A recent survey released by RAND found that teachers don’t feel any safer or more prepared to respond to active shooter incidents after lockdown drills.
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Parents can learn about private, charter, cyber, faith-based and public school options, as well as how to apply for scholarships and access community resources.
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