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Kate Conroy, an English and journalism teacher at William L. Sayre High School in Philadelphia, has banned generative AI in her classes. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
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Education

Ban it or use it? How teachers are grappling with generative AI in the classroom

Generative AI tools have transformed classrooms. But local teachers and school districts are still deciding on whether, and how, to use them.

2 months ago

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Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington
Education
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Philadelphia teachers union, school district reach tentative contract agreement

Teachers had planned to walk off the job after Labor Day if no new deal was reached.

2 months ago

Before becoming a student at The University of Pennsylvania, Najay Greenidge experienced ‘Ivy League Fever’ in grade school. (Courtesy of Najay Greenidge)
The Pulse
Health

Kids are catching ‘Ivy League Fever’ and the pressure to succeed is leaving many overwhelmed and burned out

Kids, often barely out of elementary school, are internalizing the idea that their futures depend on getting into an Ivy League school.

2 months ago

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Holicong Middle School in the Central Bucks School District
Education

Central Bucks terminates special education director amid abuse allegations

The board said it is not yet prepared to act on termination proceedings for Superintendent Steven Yanni and another administrator.

2 months ago

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The board members of the School District of Philadelphia met last night to discuss KOZ extensions and charter school closures. (Nate Harrington/WHYY)
Education

School District of Philadelphia delays vote on extending Keystone Opportunity Zone

Whitney Jones said he wanted assurance economic benefit would be for the city and the school district, “so we’re not continuously signing our kids up for the short change.”

2 months ago

several old lead pipes in a wall
Education

‘Kicking the can’: Advocates say Delaware isn’t doing enough to prevent childhood lead poisoning in schools

Advocates say the state lacks transparency on school drinking water quality and attempts to remove lead contamination.

2 months ago

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a sign reads WE'RE NOT GETTING THERE WITHOUT SEPTA
Urban Planning

Ahead of SEPTA cuts, Philly tells residents to plan for extra commute times next week

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she has faith that lawmakers in Harrisburg will “find “common ground” and approve transit funding in the state’s budget.

2 months ago

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a water fountain in a school hallway
Education

Report: Many Pennsylvania school districts fail to address environmental hazards

Schools in southeastern Pennsylvania fail short on testing and remediating mold and lead.

2 months ago

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a sign for Jamison Elementary School
Education

Central Bucks school board holds public hearings on termination of superintendent, principal

The administrators were placed on leave earlier this year following abuse allegations in a special education classroom at Jamison Elementary School.

2 months ago

Arthur Steinberg speaking with Philadelphia Federation of Teachers members behind him
Education

Philadelphia teachers will be present for first day of school, but September walkout looms

The teachers union and school district have made progress on some issues, but the union head said teachers are prepared to walk if a deal isn’t reached.

2 months ago

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Nilsa Cruz with students holding up an item from the time capsule
Education

As building gets demolished, community celebrates legacy of Camden’s Eastside High School

The demolition ceremony marked the beginning of a soon-to-be-built new building, which will open in 2029.

2 months ago

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Community

De Puerto Rico al condado de Sussex: cómo El Club Cultural móvil inspira a los jóvenes de Delaware a celebrar su herencia

Los niños del sur de Delaware están aprendiendo sobre el orgullo cultural, el espíritu emprendedor, la comida y la belleza de sus raíces latinas.

2 months ago

Teachers hold up a large sign in front of City Hall at the protest that reads 'FIGHTING 4 SCHOOLS'
Education

As Philly school officials and teachers union move closer to a deal, unresolved Pennsylvania budget remains an issue

The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.

2 months ago

Arsenal 6-8 in Lawrenceville
Education

School closures loom over Pittsburgh and Philly. How they want to handle middle school differs.

District officials in both cities say it is more difficult to offer rigorous and expanded courses in under-enrolled schools.

2 months ago

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Education

Montgomery County is holding a back-to-school drive for families in need

Residents, businesses and organizations can donate new school supplies through August 22.

2 months ago

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