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Head Priest Giani Gurjit Singh recites hymns from the Sikh Holy Scripture as members of sangat (community) listen.
Education

Sikhs hope inclusion of their history in New Jersey’s social studies classes will combat bullying, discrimination

The state Department of Education has made resources available to schools on Sikh American History.

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‘Struggling to read’: Delaware implements early literacy plan to boost student learning outcomes

Delaware is funding efforts to boost early literacy efforts, but income and racial disparities remain.

2 months ago

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Philadelphia’s school board approves $1.5B loan, ratifies teachers union contract

Due to Pennsylvania’s budget impasse, the state “is not able to issue payments" for state or federal revenue sources, said the School District of Philadelphia’s CFO.

2 months ago

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The Nation’s Report Card shows troubling K-12 education trends

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Air Date: September 11, 2025 12:00 pm

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Faheem Lea addressing State Board of Education member Jack Fornaro and Board Vice President Nedd James Johnson with his concerns about the Camden City School District during public testimony
Education

Camden residents share concerns about school budget cuts, student achievement and superintendent hiring process

During public testimony sessions, residents expressed a lack of progress and cited a decline in schools, students and resources in the Camden City School District.

2 months ago

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Education

Teachers sue over Trump’s immigration crackdown, saying students are staying home

High school teachers in Pennsylvania said some students stopped showing up in the spring, fearful they would be arrested on campus.

2 months ago

School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education

Philadelphia’s school selection starts today. Here is everything you need to know

The process allows students to apply for any district school with available space for the 2026–2027 school year. There are more than 50 schools participating this year.

3 months ago

A speaker from the Breakthrough program speaks to students in the program.
Education

Breakthrough Collaborative trains teachers, aids students in Philadelphia’s underrepresented communities

“We’ve served over 1,600 students since we've been founded, and we’ve served over 550 teaching fellows,” said Michelle Palmer.

3 months ago

Justin Lee Smith holding up a book in a classroom
Courts & Law

‘Makes me want to vomit’: Ex-religious school leader in Delaware who shared child abuse videos gets 24 of 25 counts dropped

Justin Smith received a four-year prison sentence for one felony count. State police said many videos showed girls being forcibly raped.

3 months ago

A solar panel is visible.
Education

Pennsylvania schools still pursuing solar projects despite federal tax credit rollbacks

None of the schools that received Solar for Schools grants have told the state they’re pulling out due to federal tax credit rollbacks.

3 months ago

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Matthew Burrows speaking at a podium
Education

‘Blindsided’: Delaware auditor says multiple financial reporting failures triggered school district’s fiscal crisis

Auditor Lydia York’s report finds fault with how Appoquinimink’s superintendent, finance chief and school board oversaw finances.

3 months ago

Gov. Josh Shapiro addresses the media
Education

Dobbins High cited as proof that investments in career, technical education are paying off, Gov. Shapiro and others say

The principal at Dobbins High is an alum, and spoke movingly of the school’s “strong legacy.”

3 months ago

School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education

Teachers union ratifies 3-year deal with Philadelphia school district

The contract proposal, approved by 70% of members, included a 3% pay hike, $1,400 bonus and improved working conditions.

3 months ago

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Two people praying at a memorial for slain kids in a Minneapolis school shooting
Education

Philadelphia Catholic schools review safety protocols after Minneapolis shooting

“Providing safe environments for everyone … is always a top priority,” said Ken Gavin, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s chief communications officer.

3 months ago

Students listen to a speaker in the museum
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Billy Penn

Philadelphia Art Museum brings back free busing program as it plans big educational center renovation

The PMA’s learning and engagement center aims to build lifelong learners who return to the museum and own the space.

3 months ago

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