
Philly school district stares down a $300M deficit
The School District of Philadelphia will spend 40% of its reserves in order to avoid budget cuts for one more year. After that, there are no guarantees.
2 months ago
After reaching a tentative agreement on a new contract with the faculty and staff union, the college said today’s classes, work and activities will continue as scheduled.
2 months ago
Community College of Philadelphia’s union sets Wednesday strike date
CCP administration says it has been consistently negotiating and is committed to reaching an agreement.
2 months ago
How far can $12M go? Breaking down Mayor Parker’s education budget proposal
Advocates, educators and council members are gearing up for budget season. Here’s what they’re saying about Mayor Parker’s proposed education spending.
2 months ago
Swarthmore disciplines students involved in protests against war in Gaza
Students say they were surprised by the “unprecedented” penalties dealt out by the college following protests in 2023 and 2024.
3 months ago
Trump administration freezes $175M in funding to Penn over trans athlete policies
“This is immediate proactive action to review discretionary funding streams” to the University of Pennsylvania, a senior White House official told WHYY News.
3 months ago
New report shows struggles, successes of Philly-area students
The Children First report, released once a decade, highlights how mental health, violence, poverty and underfunding affects Philly schools and students.
3 months ago
Philly’s Fox Chase Farm program aims to grow student entrepreneurs in agriculture
The Philadelphia School District runs the farm, which has ambitious plans to train for careers beyond “cows and plows.”
3 months ago
Listen 1:27Faculty and staff at Community College of Philadelphia voting to authorize strike
The union members’ action comes after more than a year of unsuccessful contract talks.
3 months ago
Overbrook students spend recess in a bare-bones concrete yard. Now, they’re working with Trust for Public Land to reimagine the space.
3 months ago
Philadelphia education leaders are raising the alarm as a massive Education Department staffing cut threatens federal programs.
3 months ago
Mann Center launches new institute to support community, arts and jobs
The idea for the new institute emerged from an 18-month study and conversations with community stakeholders. It will be funded through government and private funds.
3 months ago
Listen 1:21Students and educators urge Philly school leaders to marshal resources for immigrant students
The repeal of a federal ban on immigration enforcement in schools by President Donald Trump has stoked fears about what it could mean for the community.
3 months ago
Need in Deed gathered a panel of advocates and officials to discuss safety amid an avalanche of executive orders from the new president.
3 months ago
William Penn School District faces $9.2M budget deficit
The school district was at the heart of Pennsylvania’s historic fair funding trial, yet financial issues continue to haunt William Penn.
3 months ago
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