Education

Parents in Lower Merion Township are expressing concerns over the school district's decision to provide Chromebooks to elementary school students, with debates over screen time and the ability to opt out.

The story highlights Gavin Toney, a graduating senior at West Chester University who overcame significant adversity and now advocates for men's mental health through his campus radio show.

Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.

The outage comes just days after Canvas' parent company Instructure reported a "cybersecurity threat perpetrated by a criminal threat actor" and as many universities are in the middle of finals season.

Philadelphia City Council members are responding to controversy over the plan to close 17 schools, proposing hearings on the school board's governance and calling for more public involvement.

The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.

Budget cuts have led to layoffs in Camden schools, while three South Jersey teachers received surprise recognition and awards during Teacher Appreciation Week.

An all-women’s college in Massachusetts is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for admitting transgender women. 

As the class of 2026 prepares to enter the workforce, these are the best cities for new college grads, according to recent payroll data.

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.

A range of high-profile figures from entertainment, politics and the arts are set to headline college commencement ceremonies across the country in 2026.

High school seniors across Philadelphia were honored during a major Decision Day celebration recognizing the Class of 2026 and the next steps they are taking after graduation. Students announced plans to head to college, join the military, enter the workforce or take a gap year.

The School District of Philadelphia Board of Education has approved a $3 billion facilities plan that includes school closures, consolidations and large-scale building upgrades across the city.

Education Secretary Linda McMahon testified on Capitol Hill earlier this week to address a proposed budget that slashes student aid and civil rights funding as the Trump administration continues its efforts to reshape the federal education system.

The Philadelphia school board is expected to vote Thursday on a $3B facilities plan that aims to modernize over 150 school buildings, while closing more than a dozen others.