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NJ school district prohibits all wireless devices: New policy explained
NEW YORK CITY - The Cherry Hill Public School District in NJ is cracking down on wireless devices this year, but they aren't stopping at just phones and tablets. The district will prohibit the use of any device that "transmits and receives voice or data via electromagnetic signals without the use of wires or cables." Those devices include cell phones, smartwatches, ear buds and wireless headphones.
New cellphone policy in effect for Cherry Hill, NJ students
Thirteen-year-old Chloe and her mom are getting ready for another school year in Cherry Hill public schools with a new rule in place, which bans the use of wireless communication devices during class."I'm okay with it, simply because I feel like even at home they're so distracted on their phones, let alone in school where they should be learning," said Chloe's mom, Justina Dieujuste.The new policy is in place district-wide and says students cannot use cellphones, smart watches, or wireless earbuds during instructional time."For a very long time now teachers have cited concerns around attention and focus and just things...
Dance instructor faces deportation in wake of Pa. college closure
With dreams of becoming an artist, Turkish-born dancer Su Güzey immigrated to the only U.S. city she had ever visited — Philadelphia. Güzey, now 33, moved to Philly in 2021 after being accepted into UArts’ MFA in dance. While pursuing her master’s degree, she began teaching as an adjunct assistant professor in the dance program, and performing in university-funded productions to help boost her resumé. She volunteered for several local productions and performed at the Philadelphia Fringe Fest.
Back to school: Safety concerns, positive student improvements addressed by Philly superintendent
School District of Philadelphia superintendent talks of improvements in keeping kids in classroom. Philadelphia’s Superintendent of Schools, Tony Watlington, is looking forward to the start of the new academic year and tells FOX 29 he’s focused on his goal of making the school district the fastest improving big school system in the country.
‘Ring the bell, PHL!’: School District of Philadelphia gets ready for back to school
The School District of Philadelphia is getting ready for back to school at Citizens Bank Park. In an event they call Ring the Bell they talked about the new things coming this school year and the resources students which include 800 new hires. Superintendent Tony Watlington says he is excited to start the new year […]
School district abandons busing changes
The Deptford school district announced on Aug. 12 that it will abandon controversial changes to its busing policy. “The transportation committee of the board of education met with administration on Monday, Aug. 12, to discuss this feedback,” said Superintendent Kevin Kanauss in a letter to parents. “After careful consideration, the recommendation and decision to rescind the transportation plan for the 2024-2025 school year has been made.
ACLU condemns Temple’s stance on discipline for students involved in pro-Palestine protests
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization that defends constitutional rights of individuals, released a letter to Temple administrators on Aug. 15 admonishing Temple for taking disciplinary action against students for participating in the “Gaza Solidarity” encampment on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus in May.
Lawsuit Over Tweet Urging University to Fire Professor for Alleged "Racism, Sexism, and Transphobia" Can Go Forward
From Judge Jeffrey Schmehl's decision in Manco v. St. Joseph's University (E.D. Pa.):. On February 25, 2021, Loue tweeted at SJU as follows: "but are you gonna fire Greg Manco who has done nothing but contribute to a hostile learning environment with his racism, sexism, and transphobia??????" SJU responded to Loue's tweet by saying, "Saint Joseph's continues to strive to be a welcoming, diverse and inclusive community. The University acts quickly to investigate reports of bias, harassment, and other incidents. Plaintiff then alleges that "Loue was never a student of Dr. Manco and knew this tweet to be false."
Back to school: Tips to get your kids back on a sleep schedule
PHILADELPHIA - It’s almost that time to start getting your kids back on their sleep schedules ahead of the start of the school year. If you haven’t even begun to think about sleep schedules for school, don’t worry, you still have time, but experts say the earlier you start, the easier the transition will be.
Gov. Josh Shapiro awarded $1.5 million to grow Pennsylvania’s special ed workforce, but Philly’s public schools didn’t apply
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.A new $1.5 million state grant offered school districts and universities across Pennsylvania a chance for funding to grow their special education workforce. But, despite a dire special education teaching shortage, the Philadelphia school district chose not to apply.The Developing Future Special Educators Grant, awarded by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, provides school districts and universities with up to $20,000 over a two-year period to establish “experiential learning” programs for high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in special education.Overall, 77 districts,...
Superintendent Watlington talks staffing, security ahead of new school year in Philadelphia
Philadelphia School Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington talked to Action News about staffing and safety for the upcoming school year."Safety and well-being of our students and our staff is the number one priority for our school district," said Watlington.On Thursday, the district announced the installation of new digital cameras at 150 buildings. The district will also expand Safety Zones around schools, and the Safe Pathways. That's a program that provides monitors to keep an eye on any issues."They've also worked together to increase the number of safety zones in this city to 28. These are areas that had an uptick in...
PCL and BAL PA high school football preview: Team-by-team look at what to expect
The Philadelphia Catholic League has moved some teams around in football as Archbishop Wood is now in the smaller-enrollment Blue Division while Bonner-Prendergast and Cardinal O'Hara shifted to the larger-enrollment Red Division. The Vikings, a Class 4A program, join Archbishop Ryan as the only other Class 4A in the Blue....
School District of Philadelphia ‘Ring the Bell’ at Phillies stadium to promote back to school efforts
As the familiar sound of ringing school bells fills the air, it signals one clear message: the start of a new school year is just around the corner. School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington joined several school board members which included President Reginald Streater, and Sarah-Ashley Andrews to welcome students back to school at their Ring the Bell event at Phillies Citizens Bank Park stadium on August 13.
Students, staff tour new elementary school facility in Philadelphia's Overbrook section
Friday was an exciting day for the students, faculty and staff of Lewis College Cassidy Academics Plus School in Philadelphia's Overbrook section.The school's brand-new facility opened for a tour just ten days before school starts.Action News also got a look inside the new facility."I like it cause it has a lot of color. The old Cassidy didn't have a lot of color. So, I think it brings more smiles, more energy," said 8th grader, Yasir.After a $62 million investment, the school will serve pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Spanning more than 87,000 square feet, it features brand-new classrooms with state-of-the-art technology, including WiFi and smartboards.Vibrant colors fill the hallways with words of affirmation like, "I am Worthy," displayed for all to see.There is also a sprawling outdoor play area with all brand-new equipment."My favorite part is the cafeteria because it looks like we are at a restaurant," said 5th grader, Jaziyah."They have a school that they can actually call home. They aren't sharing anything, it's their school, and it's memories for them," said Curtis Anders, from Overbrook.This school will accommodate 600 students, as the first bell rings on August 26.
East’s new clubs prepare over the summer
Cherry Hill East is renowned for its diverse range of clubs, offering students over 100 options to explore their interests, from business and medicine to art, theater, ethics, fashion, and more. Over the summer, three newer clubs at East have been preparing to start the school year with a strong presence. Eastside interviewed these clubs to learn about their plans for the upcoming year and the new opportunities they will offer students.
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