Inside the unraveling of one of Philadelphia’s most successful charter schools
In 25 years, there’s been mostly public praise for MCS — but its methodology is unusual, and some question the founder’s motives in shutting it down.
9 months ago
Philly students tackle mental health with free online app and help from Eagles player Lane Johnson
To help address student mental health challenges, The School District of Philadelphia has introduced a new online multi-platform tool called Kooth.
9 months ago
Listen 2:01Philly hip-hop artist returns back to school to share the importance of African American studies
Former students and current hip-hop artists talked to teachers about the importance of African American studies.
10 months ago
Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia awards millions of dollars to Philly students
It’s not too late to apply for thousands of dollars in scholarships for K-8 education in Philly.
10 months ago
Listen 1:04Shorter weeks, longer days? Pennsylvania poised to give schools flexibility on minimum requirements
Supporters argued the current law held schools to rigid schedules that didn’t allow for flexibility to address student needs.
10 months ago
Pennsylvania school choice program criticized as ‘discriminatory’ as lawmakers return to session
Democrats are pushing for billions of additional dollars for public schools, but Republicans are pressing to expand taxpayer funding for private schools.
10 months ago
What to know about the state tax break that keeps causing controversy on the Philly School Board
Keystone Opportunity Zones power many of the city’s best-known development projects. Critics say they’re being exploited.
10 months ago
People who want to work at Philly public schools aren’t hearing back, despite an ongoing staff shortage for teachers.
10 months ago
The Democratic majority hopes to block the unusual — they say illegal — payout and bring calm to the Central Bucks School District.
11 months ago
How Democrats flipped a Central Bucks School Board embroiled in controversy
CBSD attracted attention for book bans, anti-LGBTQ sentiments, and treatment of its students and staff. Democrats completed a clean sweep of all five board races.
11 months ago
Listen 1:21Elementary school in South Philadelphia temporarily closed over asbestos concerns
Southwark Elementary in South Philadelphia will close for several weeks.
11 months ago
The district is working on a “streamlined onboarding process,” per a spokesperson, as hundreds of positions remain unfilled.
11 months ago
The long-time educator says JoAnne Epps provided “a roadmap” for moving the university forward.
12 months ago
Listen 1:08Philly high schoolers and college students team up for a ZIP code art project
The students worked together to create a collage based on how their location and background influenced their life.
12 months ago
Listen 2:02Breakout sessions will cover topics including mental health, paying for college, and self-marketing for job applications.
12 months ago