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At Beyond the Bars, a community based and student-driven music program in Philadelphia, a student plays the keyboard. (Miguel Perez/WHYY)
The Pulse
Health

Philadelphia program allows students to tap into healing power of music

Beyond the Bars pulls techniques from music therapy to help students tie music and social-emotional learning together.

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Education

AI-powered computer software helps student with dyslexia

Dysolve AI, an artificial intelligence–powered software program, can help children with dyslexia improve their reading skills.

2 years ago

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Education

100 Black Men of Philadelphia gives away book bags and school supplies ahead of school year

The nonprofit held the backpack and school supplies giveaway in downtown Philadelphia Saturday morning.

2 years ago

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Education

Just 4 of Philly’s 218 public schools have librarians. A $150K grant hopes to move the needle

Studies show that schools with certified librarians have higher achievement and graduation rates, especially for students of color and those in underserved communities.

2 years ago

The Council Rock Newtown Little League team celebrates advancing to the Little League World Series
Community
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Council Rock Newtown headed to Little League World Series

The boys from Bucks County will face the Southwest Region on Thursday, August 15.

2 years ago

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Courts & Law

‘Damaged, traumatized and broken by the system’: Former residents sue Pa. juvenile detention centers for institutionalized child abuse

Lawsuits were filed Wednesday on behalf of 67 clients, accusing nearly a dozen Pennsylvania juvenile centers of child abuse.

2 years ago

Josh Shapiro with a class of children
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Why biz groups say tax credits aren’t enough to solve Pa.’s child care crisis

State lawmakers have passed and expanded tax credits aimed at making child care affordable. But business groups say more is needed to address a provider shortage.

2 years ago

Fairfax County Public School buses are lined up at a maintenance facility
Education

After targeted TikTok campaign, Great Valley teachers are pushing for a digital citizenship curriculum

Students in the Malvern district impersonated their teachers on social media. Schools across Chesco and the U.S. are wondering how to adapt amid ever-changing technology.

2 years ago

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Rendering of the building
Community

Golf superstar Jordan Spieth donates $250K to introduce young people to the sport at Cobbs Creek Golf Course

The money will go towards building a junior putting green.

2 years ago

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane

What Inside Out 2 tells us about embracing all our emotions

Inside Out 2 introduces some uncomfortable emotions - embarrassment, envy, ennui, and anxiety. Two psychologists who consulted on the film explain why we should embrace them.

Air Date: July 5, 2024 12:00 pm

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Community
6abc

New summer camp in West Philadelphia centers on teaching kids science, math, and technology

It's going to be a digital recreation center focused summer, bringing resources directly to kids in the neighborhood.

2 years ago

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Science

Kids can spend more time outdoors when provided with shade, study finds

Researchers say shade can increase outdoor activities by an average of 14 minutes.

2 years ago

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People at Cool Spring Park
Community

Wilmington’s Cool Spring Park introduces new amphitheater and outdoor classroom

The Delaware park has seen significant changes over the past year, including new bilingual signs along its trails.

2 years ago

exterior of CHOP in Philadelphia
Health

In Philly, only 1 qualified psychiatrist is available per 1,000 potentially at-risk children

The mental health crisis is moving faster than providers can catch up, says one CHOP doctor.

2 years ago

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Community

Pools and beaches offer a reprieve from extreme heat. Philly-area health experts stress water safety amid rise in drownings, lifeguard shortage

Fatal drownings among young children nationally rose 12% from 2020 to 2021, according to a new federal report.

2 years ago

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