K-12
An end to the reading wars? More U.S. schools embrace phonics
For decades, two schools of thought have clashed on how to best teach children to read, with passionate backers on each side of the so-called reading wars.
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City Hall protest calls on Philly to provide equitable treatment for charter schools
The students delivered petitions to both the mayor and City Council calling for fair reviews of charter schools, especially in Black and brown neighborhoods.
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Delaware launches a new program to boost middle schoolers' careers awareness and exploration, as well as their high and postsecondary school readiness.
3 years ago
High schoolers participate in 1st Annual Philadelphia Civics Day
Students from schools such as Constitution High School, Central High School, and Lincoln High School presented presentations on current policy.
3 years ago
Frankford High School to be closed for the rest of the school year due to damaged asbestos
The School District of Philadelphia said Friday that Frankford High School will be closed for the rest of the school year due to damaged asbestos.
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Central Bucks will monitor online activity to flag students experiencing bullying or mental health issues. Data and privacy experts say there are unintended harms to consider.
3 years ago
Listen 4:39Central Bucks teacher sues the district alleging retaliation over his support for LGBTQ students
The ACLU alleges the district criticized the teacher for filing a complaint to the Office of Civil Rights, at the request of a bullied trans student and his family.
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Listen 1:412 Philadelphia schools discuss next steps following asbestos discovery
In recent weeks, a total of four Philadelphia schools have been found to have asbestos.
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The meal kits aren’t necessarily the most nutritious, the thinking goes — but at least kids eat them.
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2 more Philadelphia schools will close due to asbestos issues
Previously, both schools were cleared of asbestos.
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How ‘Abbott Elementary’ helps teachers process the absurd realities of their job
'Abbott Elementary' draws inspiration from the very real conditions in Philadelphia's public schools.
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Some Philly school leaders spend their spring break bonding high above Fairmount Park
Trauma specialists at Philly schools take on an aerial challenge to better connect and build trust.
3 years ago
Listen 1:06U.S. would bar full ban on trans athletes but allow exceptions
The proposal sends a political counterpunch toward a wave of Republican-led states that have sought to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports.
3 years ago
Supreme Court says 12-year-old trans girl in West Virginia can continue on track team
The justices refused to disturb an appeals court order that made it possible for the girl to continue playing on her school’s track and cross-country teams.
3 years ago
The Marple Newtown Education Association says the affluent district spends the lowest portion of its budget on wages in comparison to nearby districts in Delaware County.
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