K-12
School District of Philadelphia releases 2023-2024 COVID protocols
Masking will be optional for students and staff except when determined necessary to fight an outbreak.
3 years ago
As classes resume in sweltering heat, many Philly schools lack air conditioning
Amid sweltering heat waves, classes have resumed in many districts around the country that have outdated heating and cooling systems — or no air conditioning at all.
3 years ago
New Jersey’s Sikh community want schools to teach kids about Sikhism
A N.J. resident drafted a resolution urging the state to incorporate instruction on Sikhism into grade-school curriculum. Community members say it could help prevent bullying.
3 years ago
Upgraded SAFE DE app designed to help Delaware students’ health and wellness
The Delaware Emergency Management Agency’s School Safety and Wellness Suite offers anonymous reporting, crisis messaging, and mental health education.
3 years ago
How students at Central High School are turning cafeteria food waste into mutual aid
Feeding Philly is going into its second year of helping North Philly teens and families fight food insecurity.
3 years ago
New Jersey to require free period products in schools for grades 6 through 12
The state will bear any costs incurred by schools under the legislation.
3 years ago
Philly schools will pay $300 a month to parents who drive their kids to school
The program aims to help combat a bus driver shortage.
3 years ago
“We’re setting a new tone for our family to come in the future.” Bodine High School students examine what it’s like being first-generation college students.
3 years ago
Listen 3:18Through the Return to Learn initiative, the district will enhance support for students facing challenges and high-risk situations.
3 years ago
New Jersey requires climate change education. A year in, here’s how it’s going
New Jersey set aside $4.5 million in grants in 2023 to support and train educators and ensure students in underserved districts also have access to climate change education.
3 years ago
Expiration Dates and Food Waste, ‘Schooled’
Federal standards for food quality labels are lacking, causing tons of confusion for consumers and leading to billions of dollars in food waste across the country every year.
Air Date: August 17, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:03What Makes a Great Board Game, “Schooled,” Black Teens and Suicide
Since the pandemic, board game sales are through the roof. We'll talk about what makes a great game -- for dinner parties, first dates or family game night.
Air Date: August 16, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:02Why We Love Mascots, Covid Update, ‘Schooled’
The original Phillie Phanatic joins us to talk about the recipe for the perfect mascot, which has the power to unite millions of people. Also, Covid case counts in the region.
Air Date: August 15, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:04ChatGPT and school instruction: Navigating between evolution and caution
The Philadelphia School District is currently limiting the use of the AI software for students until they learn more about it.
3 years ago
Test results show Delaware students are continuing to struggle after post-COVID return to classrooms
Test results for the 22-23 school year show that only 40% of students in grades 3-8 scored proficiently in English language arts, a 2 percentage point decline from last year.
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