Across the nation this fall, the pivotal presidential election is a topic of formal instruction as well as casual conversation inside K-12 schools.
Some said the new instructional materials try to cover too much, and that they’re not very well prepared to teach it. But they also expressed hope about its long-term impact on students.
The exhibit at the Science History Institute showcases the role of women in pioneering in promoting healthier nutrition for children.
Four schools in the region were honored this year under the U.S. Department of Education program.
With closures on the table, Philly principals defend their schools before Board of Education.
Reginald Streater stressed that district leaders will seek out community input as officials develop a plan for school facilities.
The Philadelphia school district revised its system for selective high school admissions following criticism from students and educators.
Kahn-Tineta Smith wanted to be a teacher since she was a small child, but then ‘life happened.’ A district program helped her get the certification she needed.
Tony Watlington shared his priorities for this new school year including how to better train and recruit new teachers. He also hopes to rebuild trust with the school community through better customer service tools.
The district introduced a revised lottery system in 2022 to make the process more equitable, but students and educators have sharply criticized it.