Education stories in Philadelphia

The Philadelphia Board of Education has postponed a vote on a contentious facilities plan that proposes closing 17 schools. The decision comes amid community pushback and pressure from City Council, with the new vote scheduled for April 30.

The Philadelphia School Board postponed a vote on Superintendent Tony B. Watlington Sr.'s $3 billion facilities plan, which includes 17 school closures. Community members, including students and parents, voiced strong opposition, urging officials to reconsider the proposed closures.

The Bensalem Township school board has voted to eliminate more than 30 positions, including teachers and counselors, to address a $12 million budget gap. Despite these cuts, the district still needs to find an additional $2.7 million to balance its budget for the upcoming school year.

The School District of Philadelphia has postponed a vote on its controversial facilities master plan, which proposes closing 17 schools. The decision follows protests and concerns over the plan's implications for the community.

Since it looks like gas prices aren't going down anytime soon, I've decided to buy a Vespa. Currently working through getting my learner's permit before going for the full license. I've owned one before when I was in hs/college but not here in Philly. For the two-wheeled people of the city, what a

Holly Glen Elementary School in Williamstown, NJ, hosted its annual 'Bubble Day' to promote acceptance and celebrate differences among students. The event is part of a week-long initiative called the Acceptance World Tour, which includes various themed days.

The School District of Philadelphia is set to vote on a $3 billion facilities closure plan that includes closing 17 schools. City councilmembers and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers are urging a delay due to last-minute changes and strong opposition from the community.

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hi! i’m a social work intern in portland or working at a school which i love. i also want to get licensed when i move over to philly but im unsure about how to get hours during the summer. any advice is helpful! how much do you make? what district/schools is good to work for? downsides? full

Hey, everyone, looking to get some help with this. I played hockey for 4 years in middle school and high school. I fell out of it after high school. Late 40s now, so it's been ages I last played and have been on the ice. I'd really like to get back into it. Are there any adult hockey lessons or l

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is pushing for a $1 rideshare tax to generate over $50 million annually for public schools, amidst skepticism from City Council and rideshare companies. The proposal comes as the school district faces a $300 million deficit and potential school closures.

The Bensalem Township School Board voted to eliminate over two dozen staff positions, including teachers and administrators, to address a significant budget deficit. The decision comes amid rising costs from state funding formulas and a legal requirement to pass a balanced budget.

The assignment involves no laptop, no chatbot and no technology of any kind. In fact, there’s no pen or paper, either. Instead, students in Chris Schaffer’s biomedical engineering class at Cornell University are required to speak directly to an instructor in what he calls an “oral defense.” It

[Link: https://i.redd.it/zdso86l8vswg1.jpeg] The first medical school in the United States is the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, established in 1765 at the College of Philadelphia. Founded by Dr. John Morgan and Dr. William Shippen Jr., it established formal medical

If you've been watching the news or looking on social media, you may have heard a few things about CAPA students protesting a new dresscode. I've seen a few people online taking the principal's side, so I need to make this very, very clear: He is horrible. For those out of the loop, last wednesday

Looking for the best South Jersey options for neurology / neurosurgery. Initial candidate from South Jersey is Cooper University Hospital. However crossing the river to go to places like Penn or Thomas Jefferson is OK. Any suggestions welcome, thanks.

Can someone help with some info on Barrington and Haddon Heights school districts? Looking at some places near Avon elementary (Barrington) and Glenview elementary (HH)) but not very familiar with the districts. Are they comparable to Haddon Twp? We love the neighborhoods, just debating whether we s

The affordability challenges come as students and parents weigh the value of a college degree in a rapidly changing job market, with AI adding to uncertainty.

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A federal appeals court has upheld a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, igniting a potential Supreme Court battle. The ruling is seen as a victory for conservatives advocating for religious incorporation in education.

Leon Smith, a history teacher at Haverford High School, has been awarded the 2026 National Teacher of the Year for his impactful teaching methods. With a focus on community engagement and student empowerment, Smith has dedicated 25 years to inspiring students both inside and outside the classroom.