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7 Delco School Districts to Receive Extra Funds from State Due to High Tax Burdens
Seven Delaware County school districts, including Upper Darby School District, are among the fifty across the state that will receive extra money from the state to lower the tax burden for local residents. Fifty school districts across Pennsylvania, including seven in Delaware County, with serious property tax burdens will get...
Abington School District to ban cellphones in classroom this year
The Abington School District in Montgomery County will be restricting cell phone usage for the 2024-2025 year.Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Fecher shared the update Wednesday in a letter to the school community."We believe these changes will benefit our students socially and emotionally, in addition to eliminating distractions in class," said Fecher.At the middle school and high school level, the district is purchasing cell phone holders for students to use each time they walk into the classroom. Students will be able to retrieve the devices prior to leaving class, Fecher says.At the elementary level, there won't be cellphone holders, but principals will maintain a rule of no devices during the day.Abington school officials will communicate the implementation of the policy to parents, along with exceptions that will be made for students who need phones for health or accessibility reasons."We appreciate the support and understanding of our parents and guardians as we implement these new procedures to benefit our entire school community, the most important of them being our students, teachers, and staff," added Fecher.
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.
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,...
School bus cameras will help catch driver violations in Upper Darby
UPPER DARBY, Pa. - In an effort keep students safe, some schools in Delaware County are turning to newer technology for the new school year. The Upper Darby School District is adding license-plate-reading cameras to its school buses. The technology uses photo enforcement cameras to catch drivers who pass buses...
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....
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: 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.
Back to school: Find out how non-profit keeps teachers' classrooms supplied
FOLCROFT, Pa. - When it comes to back to school, it’s not just about getting the students ready, but the teachers as well. Making sure they have the supplies and resources they need is crucial. Fortunately, in Delaware County, there’s a non-profit doing just that. "Not all schools...
Register Now for Fall Education at Delaware County Community College – Drop-in Aug. 15-17 & 19-21
Fall registration is still open for all individuals interested in attending Delaware County Community College. Fall registration is still open for all individuals interested in attending Delaware County Community College. With flexible programs and a commitment to staying ahead of the curve, community colleges are uniquely positioned to meet ever-changing...
New program prioritizes FAFSA help on the heels of student aid form’s confusing rollout
The rocky rollout of this year’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid has prompted a local nonprofit to launch a new program to help students complete the application.
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."
Philly School District to introduce new English language arts curriculum as part of $70M overhaul
When classes begin on Aug. 26, teachers in the School District of Philadelphia will use a new English language arts curriculum, part of a $70 million curriculum overhaul.
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.
As the climate warms, more Philly public schools get A/C — but dozens still don’t have enough
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? Get in touch.
Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School Names Marc Caserio New Athletic Director
August 17, 2024 SueAnn Rybak Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School. Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School announced the appointment of its new athletic director on August 8, 2024. Marc Caserio, a 1995 graduate of St. John Neumann High School, brings 16 years of Athletic Management to the position. “I am honored to return...
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