
Norristown is ‘effectively out’ of school space. The district has approved a $12M expansion project
Norristown Area School District is installing prefabricated additions to Cole Manor Elementary School, Hancock Elementary School and the administration building.
3 months ago
Listen 0:57Philadelphia schools could lose millions as Trump administration withholds federal money
States around the country were expecting to receive already-approved federal education funding by July 1. The Department of Education announced a review at the 11th hour.
4 months ago
The district’s agreement with DOJ to delay prosecution of criminal charges describes asbestos issues at 31 schools.
4 months ago
New poll shows parents hold improved perception of Philly school district
Parents are split on whether city schools are improving, but that’s better than 2022, when their take was decidedly negative.
4 months ago
Funding to address educational disparities in Pennsylvania has worked, advocates say
Many schools were underfunded for years, the Commonwealth Court ruled in 2023. The response has been promising, say those who have measured impacts.
4 months ago
Listen 1:18DOJ files criminal charges against School District of Philadelphia over asbestos management
Under a deferred prosecution agreement, the federal government may drop the criminal charges if the district complies with federal law.
4 months ago
Listen 1:022 Philadelphia charter schools face potential closure
KIPP North Philadelphia and People for People charter schools face an uncertain future after board members balked at their low test scores and suspension rates.
4 months ago
The group’s advocacy comes at a time when the federal government is threatening cuts in public education.
4 months ago
Listen 1:15The Academy at Penn program aims to provide career and college support for students from two Philadelphia high schools over the next four years.
4 months ago
Listen 1:08Philadelphia teachers have voted to authorize a strike. Here’s what to know
The strike authorization is the union’s first in more than two decades, with an August contract expiration looming.
4 months ago
The organization A Better Chance Lower Merion has helped young students of color with mentors and access to strong schools.
4 months ago
Listen 1:17Play On Philly is shaping students’ futures through intensive music education
Research shows participation in the program sets up students for success by strengthening their executive functions.
4 months ago
Listen 1:47Philadelphia Board of Education voices concern over charter school performance
Board members reviewed 18 schools up for charter renewal, two weeks after approving the first new charter school since 2018.
4 months ago
U.S. House budget bill would slash Pennsylvania schools’ savings from planned solar projects
Upper Darby School District is planning six Solar for Schools projects. Without federal tax credits, the district says they wouldn’t happen.
5 months ago
Listen 0:56Low pay, difficult working conditions and high attrition rates fuel the need for teachers in Pennsylvania, education experts say.
5 months ago
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