Pennsylvania Education

The strike authorization is the union’s first in more than two decades, with an August contract expiration looming.

The organization A Better Chance Lower Merion has helped young students of color with mentors and access to strong schools.

Research shows participation in the program sets up students for success by strengthening their executive functions.

Board members reviewed 18 schools up for charter renewal, two weeks after approving the first new charter school since 2018.

Upper Darby School District is planning six Solar for Schools projects. Without federal tax credits, the district says they wouldn’t happen.

Low pay, difficult working conditions and high attrition rates fuel the need for teachers in Pennsylvania, education experts say.

The ACLU of Pennsylvania filed a temporary restraining order on behalf of three individuals who were banned from school board meetings. A judge ruled it is no longer relevant.

Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter of The Roots spoke at the Community College of Philadelphia about overcoming and growing from childhood trauma.

Parents of participants say afterschool program has helped their children connect to others like them and feel empowered in a creative atmosphere.

Hill-Freedman Records gives students a chance to be heard — and to collaborate with big names like John Legend, Jordan Mailata and HBO.

The school district in Delaware County said it is in need of Pennsylvania cyber charter reform and additional adequacy funding to balance the budget.

Community members have voiced concerns about Lucabaugh’s track record as superintendent of Central Bucks School District.

Cheltenham School District is changing its grade structure to accommodate the loss of the aging Montgomery County school.

Grants of up to $500K will support solar installations at public schools and community colleges across Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Philadelphia counties.

Under Abram Lucabaugh's recent tenure at Central Bucks, the school district implemented a number of controversial policies, including banning Pride flags and some books.