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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Education

Checked-out and stressed-out: helping disengaged teens reconnect

Ask most third graders if they like school and there’s a good chance they will give you an enthusiastic “ye ...

Air Date: April 11, 2025 12:00 pm

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Betty Chandy teaching
Education

Penn program offers artificial intelligence training to Philadelphia school district teachers

The PASS program is funded by a foundation supporting the integration of arts and technology into education.

2 years ago

Listen 0:52
Madinah Wilson-Anton speaks behind a podium
Education

‘A few bad actors’: Delaware lawmakers seek to strengthen school boards’ public accountability and transparency

Many of the bills were inspired by last year’s acrimonious Christina school board meetings attempting to remove the superintendent.

2 years ago

Listen 1:05
Two students help put away supplies in a classroom
Education

Supreme Court allows Trump administration to cut teacher-training money, for now

The justices split 5-4 Friday, with Chief Justice John Roberts joining the three liberal justices in dissent.

2 years ago

Tiger Woods lines up a putt on the 16th hole during the weather-delayed second round of the Masters golf tournament
Education

Tiger Woods’ foundation opens learning lab at Cobbs Creek Golf Course offering classes in math, science and high tech skills

The lab, opening next week, will offer classes to local students in robotics, cyber security, video game design — and of course, golf course management.

2 years ago

Group of Los Angeles students
Education

Studies show links between arts programs and positive academic outcomes, skills

Anecdotal evidence has shown arts-related classes lead to better grades.

2 years ago

Listen 1:57
The entrance to the school
Courts & Law

20 Delco school employees charged in connection with child abuse case

Chester Township police were notified on January 14, 2025, of a suspected child abuse case at Chester Community Charter School.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington
Education

Philly school district stares down a $300M deficit

The School District of Philadelphia will spend 40% of its reserves in order to avoid budget cuts for one more year. After that, there are no guarantees.

2 years ago

Superintendent Katrina McCombs hugs her mom
Education

Camden Schools Superintendent Katrina McCombs to step down July 1

The Camden native, who led the state-run school district for the last seven years, will transition to a state role.

2 years ago

Listen 0:55
George Read Middle School
Education

Delaware gym teacher, coach charged with using Instagram and texts to sexually solicit 13-year-old student

Ricardo Vila is the latest Delaware educator charged with sex or child porn crimes. Police say he sent explicit photos to an eighth-grade girl.

2 years ago

Listen 1:23
Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
Education

How far can $12M go? Breaking down Mayor Parker’s education budget proposal

Advocates, educators and council members are gearing up for budget season. Here’s what they’re saying about Mayor Parker’s proposed education spending.

2 years ago

Children play in the Secret Garden
Education

‘Secret garden’ planted at Wilmington day care in time for spring blooms

The outdoor classroom and neighboring pollinator and vegetable garden in West Center City are among more than two dozen similar projects led by the Delaware Nature Society.

2 years ago

Listen 2:03
The U.S. Department of Education building
Education

What could Trump’s move to dismantle the Department of Education mean for Pa. and N.J.?

Trump's executive order aimed at dismantling the Education Department follows drastic staffing cuts. Advocates say the changes could put critical school funding at risk.

2 years ago

School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education
Billy Penn

Parent, administrator offer two perspectives on Philly schools’ challenges

Mental health crises, poverty and lack of resources all play a part in students’ struggles.

2 years ago

A Portland Public Schools bus
Education

Failed referendums leave Delaware school districts at a crossroads with teacher layoffs, sports cuts and program losses ahead

In addition to layoffs, failed referendums in Indian River and Smyrna districts will lead to larger class sizes and reduced programs.

2 years ago

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