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Immigrant activists want Philly teachers trained on dealing with ICE
An immigrant rights group says Philly teachers and staff don’t know what to do should immigration enforcement ask for information on students. They’re trying to change that.
5 years ago
District, teachers union reach deal to reopen some Philly school buildings
The deal, announced Monday, calls for pre-K through grade 2 students at about 50 elementary schools to attend classes in-person twice a week, if they choose.
5 years ago
Worrying about your child’s COVID-era screen time? Here’s what you need to know
For now, while virtual activities are inescapable, experts say there’s no need for concerned parents to panic as long as they keep a few things in mind.
5 years ago
‘There’s no simple answer’: Can the whitening of Camden’s teachers be reversed?
A new report shows that since 1999, Camden teachers have gone from majority Black to majority White. WHYY explores the reasons for this trend.
5 years ago
‘This constant wheel’: Philly educators fight to bring truant students back into the fold
In a disconnected world, principals find themselves fighting harder to keep their tenuous ties to families on the fringe.
5 years ago
Listen 4:32Return to in-person school in Philly delayed again, mediation results expected Monday
The weeks-long conflict between the School District of Philadelphia and its teachers union is said to be nearing a conclusion.
5 years ago
Superintendent William Hite and Philly schools reopening
Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. William Hite joins to discuss the plans to reopen Philadelphia public schools.
5 years ago
Listen 13:30Our lungs and Covid; Philly schools reopening
Breathing: it's something that most of us don't even think about, until we have trouble doing it.
Air Date: February 25, 2021
Listen 49:30Teenager traces continuum of anti-Asian racism in ‘Pandemic’ play
A teenager pens an intergenerational drama about anti-Chinese racism, presented by Philadelphia Young Playwrights.
5 years ago
Pa. says it will allow public schools to postpone standardized tests until fall
After the federal government said states have to give tests, Pa. said it will comply, but give districts the option to test students early next school year.
5 years ago
‘Difficult to split yourself’: Philly area educators on the pros and cons of hybrid learning
While the health implications of restarting classroom learning has been the subject of intense debate, the effectiveness of hybrid education has garnered less attention.
5 years ago
Listen 4:24Why are negotiations over reopening Philadelphia schools dragging on so long?
Observers blame aging buildings and a history of distrust.
5 years ago
If schools follow CDC guidance, Biden’s reopening goals could be hard to reach
The CDC's latest school guidelines are running into complicated facts on the ground, especially when it comes to physical distancing and community spread.
5 years ago
Pa. Dems push for school infrastructure to be priority in next federal stimulus
They say schools need an influx to remediate asbestos and lead, make electric and plumbing repairs and do other needed maintenance work.
5 years ago
‘They see me as a role model’: Black teachers improve education outcomes for Black students
Black students who are exposed to Black teachers by third grade are 13% more likely to enroll in college, research shows. This is called the role-model effect.
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