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Prosecutors move to drop child abuse charges against Atlantic City superintendent
La’Quetta Small was charged with physically attacking her teenage daughter in 2024 alongside her husband, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small.
2 months ago
These Newark, Delaware 4th graders are lobbying for wetland protections
The EPA last year proposed changes to the definition of “waters of the United States,” leaving some Delaware wetlands vulnerable to development.
2 months ago
Listen 3:26While state law mandates districts to make arts classes available, public education funding disparities have meant that some schools are still catching up.
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Listen 1:12Delaware selecciona a dos estudiantes para el Programa Juvenil del Senado de Estados Unidos
Rafael Farrera-Juárez, estudiante de último año de Sussex Central, y Sadie Polk, estudiante de último año de Newark Charter, representarán al estado durante la sesión anual.
2 months ago
New CDC vaccine recommendations at odds with Pennsylvania, New Jersey school requirements
Vaccines for hepatitis B and meningococcal disease, or meningitis, are no longer broadly recommended for all kids.
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Listen 1:12Del. student’s nonprofit grows from 300 to nearly 58,000 users, expanding free STEM access globally
After seeing classmates lack access to STEM resources, a Delaware sophomore built a nonprofit now reaching nearly 58,000 students globally.
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Listen 1:11New Jersey is the latest state to ban cellphones during the school day in grades K-12
Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation on Thursday requiring bans on non-academic use of internet-connected devices during the school day.
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School District of Philadelphia will focus on engagement, academics in 2026
Philly schools will focus on academic achievement, customer service and family partnerships in 2026.
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Llano, who has led Vineland schools since 2021, was named during the State Board of Education meeting Wednesday.
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Listen 0:57How nature is fostering kids’ creativity in Philadelphia
Studies suggest nature can help lower stress and boost attention. Researchers and educators say it can also help kids express creativity.
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Listen 4:42Delaware gets $8.7M grant to help teachers merge literacy with civics, history lessons
Delaware was one of 24 recipients of the federal grant. The money will support the education of struggling kids in grades 4 to 12.
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Listen 0:49Para muchos estudiantes, el miedo a la inmigración no se limita a casa. Educadores e investigadores afirman que está transformando el aprendizaje y el bienestar.
2 months ago
These Delaware teens are heading to Washington as Senate youth delegates
Sussex Central senior Rafael Farrera-Juarez and Newark Charter senior Sadie Polk will represent the state, highlighting civic action close to home.
3 months ago
Listen 1:13At this South Jersey farm, a classroom rooted in the garden helps students grow skills for life
A culinary program uses adaptive tools and small classes to help students with a range of abilities and needs build confidence, connection and independence.
3 months ago
Listen 0:42For many students, immigration fear doesn’t stop at home. Educators and researchers say it’s reshaping learning, attendance and well-being.
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