Pennsylvania Education

U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle and other local officials highlighted longstanding issues like lack of air conditioning and poor ventilation.

Parker, Watlington and other school officials were on hand at Franklin S. Edmonds School in Mount Airy on Monday to celebrate the beginning of the school year.

The School District of Philadelphia announced 63 schools without adequate cooling will close early on Tuesday and Wednesday due to extreme heat.

As the president of the nation’s largest union, Becky Pringle plays a major role in Democratic politics, but a recent incident in Philly proved an embarrassment for the NEA.

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

Pediatric psychologists say it’s important to normalize feelings of anxiety and worry that kids and teens may feel about returning to school.

Philly Superintendent Tony Watlington discussed the latest on year-round schools, early dismissals, A/C, teacher and staff updates, school safety plans and curriculum changes.

The state’s Department of Education plans to update its own policy to reflect the new Title IX regulations that protect students from gender identity discrimination.

“We think it is important to invest in back-to-school,” said PHA president and CEO Kelvin Jeremiah.

A high-profile donation landed A/C units in several more schools. But 63 still lack sufficient air conditioning, district officials say.

Students will be able to apply to any district school outside of their neighborhood or catchment area for the 2025–2026 school year. The selection process opens Sept. 13.

Top musicians are teaching jazz music to middle and high school students in Philadelphia through the All City Orchestra Summer Academy.

City workers spoke with U.S. Education Secretary Dr. Miguel Cardona about how they were guided to hundreds of thousands of dollars in loan forgiveness.

The Freedom Schools Literacy Academy looks to address a gap in diversity among Philadelphia’s teachers.

Shapiro, believed to be on Kamala Harris’ vice president shortlist, did not express public support for school vouchers until running for governor.