Education stories in Philadelphia

Temple University has notified its community of an alleged sexual assault involving two students at an off-campus residence. The university is providing support and resources for those affected while also addressing a separate incident of indecent exposure at the Howard Gittis Student Center.

A Delaware high school student was found with a knife and a loaded weapon following a report from a parent on Tuesday, officials say.

A new training program at the Philadelphia Navy Yard aims to equip residents for careers in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The initiative, launched by Kaazi, addresses the industry's need for skilled workers and offers opportunities for those without college degrees.

At Villanova University, all roads — or at least many of them — seem to lead to Rome, thanks to famed alumnus Pope Leo XIV and the school’s growing ties to the Vatican. Even its vaunted basketball program is getting in on the act. “We certainly have a bigger footprint there now than we used

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the University of Delaware, challenging its in-state tuition policies for students without lawful immigration status. This legal action highlights the ongoing debate over residency classification and its implications for students' financial burdens.

Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a bill prohibiting cell phones in Pennsylvania schools during school hours, effective next school year. The law aims to reduce distractions and promote better mental health and social interactions among students.

Governor Josh Shapiro has signed Senate Bill 1014, mandating a comprehensive ban on cellphones in Pennsylvania schools. The law requires schools to implement this policy by the year 2027.

A 15-year-old boy has died nearly a month after a falling tree branch struck him while he was reportedly with members of his high school cross-country team in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. The boy, a student at Parkland High School, was injured around 9 a.m. Saturday, September 26, along the 1300

Pennsylvania has passed a new law that classifies hazing as a child abuse offense, requiring mandatory reporting. This legislation follows a hazing incident involving Cheltenham High School football coaches, highlighting the need for stronger protections for children.

There will be no school for some students in Milford, Delaware, this week following a fire at their school.

A fire at Lulu Ross Elementary School in Milford resulted in significant structural damage, leading to the cancellation of classes for the week. Mispillion Elementary, located on the same campus, is also closed due to safety concerns.

Students from over a dozen Philadelphia high schools participated in the 'Give Us a Ballot' march, advocating for their voting rights and protesting school closures. The event highlighted the importance of youth engagement in shaping their futures.

A significant fire at Lulu M. Ross Elementary School in Milford, Delaware, early Sunday morning resulted in major damage to classrooms and administrative areas. Firefighters battled the blaze for three hours, and the community is rallying to support recovery efforts.

Students at Thomas Jefferson University showcased their engineering skills by launching pumpkins in the inaugural 'Pumpkin RAMpage' event. Seven teams designed wooden contraptions to see who could launch a 5-pound gourd the farthest, emphasizing creativity and collaboration across disciplines.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art will modify its Frank Gehry-designed renovations to create dedicated educational spaces, funded by a $20 million donation. This change aims to better support the museum's educational mission.

This week in Philadelphia history, we explore Benjamin Franklin's kite-and-key experiment, clarifying misconceptions about his role in discovering electricity. While he wasn't the first to link lightning and electricity, his proposed experiment laid the groundwork for future scientific inquiry.

Sarah Wansley has been named the new artistic director of the Resident Ensemble Players at the University of Delaware. She aims to strengthen ties with students and expand contemporary programming.