
The policy aims to keep books that a yet-to-be-determined group might deem “inappropriate” for unspecified “sexualized content” out of school libraries.
3 years ago
Pennsylvania has a 3-year plan to tackle the teacher shortage
Making sure educators are paid well, come from diverse backgrounds, and feel supported on the job are among its goals.
3 years ago
New Pa. budget injects $125M into private school tax credit program that lacks basic accountability
A lack of transparency baked into state law makes it impossible to determine whether the program is actually improving outcomes for students who receive tuition assistance.
3 years ago
All students must now compete according to their sex assigned at birth, according to the updated policy.
3 years ago
From COVID to censorship: How a right-wing book ban took hold in Bucks County
In exactly one year, a relatively large and diverse school district went from debating masks to targeting LGBTQ books. Here’s how it happened.
Air Date: July 7, 2022
Listen 37:37Philadelphia’s school district will spend more than $4 billion this year to educate city kids.
3 years ago
After the spotlight: How a book ban fight changed one Pa. community
A book ban put the Central York School in the national spotlight. Meet the people who defeated it — and discover how it changed them.
Air Date: June 30, 2022
Listen 23:43Not just summer school, but a summer enhancement effort starts in Philly
The goal is to educate and entertain students to keep them happy, safe, and prepare them for class come September.
3 years ago
Mayor Kenney announces Philadelphia’s 3 new community schools, funded by the soda tax
Three Philadelphia schools have been added to the city’s Community Schools Program, a hallmark of Mayor Jim Kenney’s education plan. There are now 20 in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
As climate change makes Philly temps rise, so does urgency to make schools cooler
The start and end of Philly’s school years have gotten hotter. But as another school year ends, more than half of district schools still lack air conditioning.
3 years ago
Pennridge High School students organized a memorial to honor the victims, and to take a stance against gun violence.
3 years ago
Philly-area students learn how to report on something that could help everyone — they wanted us to learn "How We Heal."
3 years ago
Proposed book approval process for Central Bucks schools unclear, some parents say
A deeper look into Central Bucks School District’s new library book policy, which the American Library Association calls a first for Pennsylvania.
3 years ago
Yes, and… Philadelphia middle and high schoolers are learning improv to better their skills
The Philadelphia School District said it hopes improv workshops will help students better prepare for college.
3 years ago
‘The virus is not done with us.’ Mask mandate returns for Philly schools
Philadelphia schools will require all students and staff to wear masks throughout the school day “until further notice.”
3 years ago
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