K-12
Better air in classrooms matters beyond COVID. Here’s why schools aren’t there yet
Boosting ventilation and filtration lowers the risk of transmission, and is linked to higher test scores and better health. But making upgrades is more complex than it sounds.
2 years ago
Philadelphia school board names 3 finalists for next superintendent
The final candidates are school leaders from Baltimore, North Carolina, and Illinois.
2 years ago
After seven years of waiting and months of oral arguments, the first phase of this historic trial ended Thursday.
2 years ago
The legislation, if passed, aims to speed up the process of installing filtering hydration stations, but doesn’t earmark funds to help pay for them.
2 years ago
‘There should be no underdogs in the education system’: Pa. students reflect on school funding trial
A trial over how Pennsylvania funds its schools is wrapping up in Commonwealth Court. Students from one of the plaintiff districts hope it leads to change.
2 years ago
Listen 5:29Philadelphia is updating its mandated African American history course
As controversy swirls in the U.S. over how schools teach about race, the district is refocusing the class on "intellectual genealogy."
2 years ago
Philly schools will drop mask mandate on Wednesday
Masks will now be optional for students and staff, except those in pre-K Head Start programs.
2 years ago
Philly schools plan to drop their mask mandate, leaving students to worry about safety and confusion
Some think it won’t make a difference, because masking wasn't well-enforced in the first place.
2 years ago
No decision in N.J. school desegregation case
It’s likely that presiding Judge Robert Lougy may provide a written opinion at a later date, given the magnitude of the case.
2 years ago
Oral arguments in N.J. school desegregation trial set to begin
Plaintiffs will argue that the state has not done enough to properly integrate public schools.
2 years ago
Lead contamination ‘pervasive’ in drinking water in Atlantic County schools
A joint study from two organizations say 92% of the drinking water at Atlantic County schools is contaminated with lead.
2 years ago
Philly schools to drop testing requirement for vaccinated staff, keep mask mandate for now
Starting March 14, the district will no longer require vaccinated staff members to get tested. Testing for unvaccinated staff will drop from twice a week to once a week.
2 years ago
There are reportedly fewer than 10 librarians across the entire district.
2 years ago
Montco updating school, public masking guidance to align with CDC
Under the CDC’s updated guidance, masks are no longer required in indoor public settings for people who are healthy and who aren't caring for someone who is at higher risk.
2 years ago
Masks no longer required in Delaware schools starting Wednesday
Carney originally planned to lift the mandate April 1, but a significant drop in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations changed his mind.
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